Engineering Management Institute

12/05/2025

📘 Your Essential Study Resources for the PE Exam
The new Civil PE exam is tougher and more focused, which means your study approach needs to be smarter, not harder. Zachary Lenz shares the resources and strategies that helped him stay sharp, manage the mental load, and perform at his best throughout the exam. 💡
👉 Watch now: https://pepasspoint.com/conquer-civil-pe-exam-strategies
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12/04/2025

🤝 Why Great Project Management Starts With People

Technical skills matter, but people skills drive outcomes. Lynnville Browning, PE, PMP explains how relationships, expectations, and communication shape real project success. 💡⚙️

👉 Watch now: https://bit.ly/4auIejg

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12/04/2025

💡 Why Servant Leadership Matters More Than Ever

In this week’s Civil Engineering CEO show, Fiona Johann, PMP, talks with Lisa M. Robert, P.E., President & CEO of RS&H, about servant leadership in civil engineering and how purpose-driven leaders guide teams through challenges and change.

Key takeaway: Great leaders know what truly matters, and create clarity for their teams to do their best work.

👉 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/sp2jd8PhSSA

💬 What leadership quality has made the biggest difference in your career?

In this video, Lisa M. Robert, PE, shares how servant leadership, technology, and new delivery frameworks are shaping the future of infrastructure. She expla...

12/04/2025

🚧 What makes civil engineering project delivery truly successful?

In this episode, Anthony Fasano, PE, AEC PM, F.ASCE talks with Debby Reece, MS, PE, Senior Vice President of California Water Business at WSP in the U.S., who brings more than 30 years of experience delivering transportation, stormwater, and land development projects, along with deep leadership skills that drives smooth, successful project delivery.

Debby shares practical insights on staying on schedule, navigating stormwater and LID requirements, coordinating with agencies, leveraging key technologies, and developing the communication skills that define exceptional PMs.

👉 Ready to level up your civil project delivery? Listen to the full episode: https://bit.ly/4peyA8V

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12/03/2025

🔥 The PE exam isn’t just a test of knowledge — it’s a test of mindset.

In this week’s Pass the PE Exam episode, Anthony Fasano, PE shares the #1 mindset shift that helps engineers stay focused, study consistently, and stay motivated all the way to exam day.

👉 Watch the full video: https://bit.ly/49U1Mxh

💬 What’s the toughest part of staying motivated during PE exam prep?

Preparing for the PE Exam isn’t only about studying, it starts with the mindset to pass the PE exam. If you want to stay motivated, handle pressure better, and build real exam-day confidence, this week’s video breaks down the mindset strategies most engineers overlook.

12/03/2025

🌟 What if your next big career leap isn’t technical at all?

In this week’s Engineering Management Lessons video, Fiona Johann sits down with Steve Seville, PE, Director of Salmon Recovery at Parametrix, to explore how stepping into people-centered and business-focused roles opened new leadership doors and strengthened his client relationships.

Key insight: Growth accelerates when engineers develop skills beyond the technical track.

👉 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/I33lKx1MflA

💬 Which non-technical skill has helped you grow the most in your career?

In this video, Steve Seville, PE, talks about how taking on NEW Responsibilities can truly Supercharge Your Engineering Career. He explains how broadening yo...

12/01/2025

“The P in PM is as much about ‘people management’ as it is about ‘project management’.” ~ Cornelius Fichtner

Happy Monday!
A reminder for every AEC leader and project manager starting the week:
Your biggest impact won’t come from tools, schedules, or software…
It comes from how you guide people.

Strong project outcomes start with strong human leadership: clarity, communication, empathy, and accountability.

If you want better projects, invest in the people who deliver them. Let’s lead with purpose this week.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the Engineering Management Institute!

This season reminds us how fortunate we are to work alongside professionals who bring dedication, curiosity, and leadership to the AEC community every day.

Thank you for the trust you place in EMI and for the impact you make through your work.

Wishing you and your loved ones a safe, meaningful, and restful Thanksgiving.

11/26/2025

🎯 Want to reduce project risk before it becomes a problem?

Effective management starts with one thing: clear, consistent communication. When multidisciplinary teams stay aligned, misunderstandings drop and risk becomes easier to handle.

👉 Watch now and share your thoughts below: https://bit.ly/3XjV4ZV

11/26/2025

🤖 The Future of Infrastructure Is Smarter Than Ever

In this week’s AEC AI & Tech Strategy Podcast, Nick Heim, P.E., talks with Orly Ben-Eliyahu, COO of Dynamic Infrastructure about how engineering AI solutions are transforming how we inspect, maintain, and future-proof critical infrastructure.

Key takeaway: AI frees engineers from repetitive tasks so they can focus on meaningful, high-value decisions.

👉 Listen to the full episode here: https://bit.ly/4ombBaF

💬 Do you think AI will make infrastructure management easier or more challenging?

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11/26/2025

🏗️ How Project Managers Shape the World Around Us

In this week’s AEC Project Management Podcast, Fiona Johann, PMP, talks with Latrice Celio, P.E., RCDD, Principal Electrical Engineer at Coffman Engineers about the real influence project managers have on the built environment, from power systems to future-ready leadership.

Key takeaway: Great PMs balance technical excellence with people development to strengthen every project team.

👉 Listen to the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3JTXDyY

💬 What part of the built environment inspires you most?

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11/26/2025

The Secret to Stronger Project Delivery in 2026

Firms with disciplined PM systems will enter 2026 with a clear advantage, better decisions, better alignment, and stronger performance.

Curious what that looks like in practice?

Explore the full article to see how stronger PM systems shape better outcomes across teams and projects.

Read here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/hidden-advantage-shape-aec-firms-2026-z9uqe

Why Project Management Is Becoming the Industry’s Strongest Strategic Lever The firms that will lead the AEC industry in 2026 share a simple truth: project management is no longer a task list; it is a strategy. Healthy margins, predictable delivery, and loyal clients begin long before construction...