Illinois Section ASCE – American Society of Civil Engineers

IL Section T&DI Board Meeting
2024-11-12 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | IL
Board meetings are open to all members, if you plan to attend, please inform T&DI Chair, Josh Starzyk, at jstarzyk@GFNET.com.

IL Section CI & Benesch Weber Road at I-55 and Longmeadow Parkway Webinar
2024-11-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual
Please join The Illinois Chapter ASCE Construction Institute and one of their annual sponsors, Benesch, for a virtual presentation on Weber Road at I-55 and Longmeadow Parkway. Presenters from Benesch will discuss how they addressed the challenges and issues they faced on both projects.

Registration link: I-55 Weber Road Project + Longmeadow Parkway Project registration – Webex

IL Section Geo-Institute October Dinner Meeting - Micropile Underpinning of Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Cooling Tower
2024-10-15 17:15 - 20:00 | Pazzo’s at 311, 311 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
Our distinguished guests, Terry Holman, PhD, PE, and Nathan Holmer, PE, SE from Geosyntec Consultants, will be presenting on the Micropile Underpinning of Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Cooling Tower in Toledo, Ohio. Please click on the flyer link below for more information.

Please register using the appropriate link below:

Professionals (Consultant/Contractors)

Educator/Government Employees

Student Members

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We look forward to seeing you there!

2024 Annual Awards Dinner
2024-10-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Intercontinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, 505 N Michigan Ave., Chicago, 60611, United States
The Illinois Section of ASCE cordially invites you and your guests to join us for our annual engineering awards dinner. Please join us for a memorable evening of networking, dinner and presentation of the 2024 individual and project award recipients, along with recognizing our 2025 Life Members and installation of the 2024/2025 Board, with guest emcee, comedian, Ken Garr.

Place: InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile (505 N Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611)

Time: 6 pm – 7 pm Cocktail Hour (Empire Ballroom)

7 pm – 10 pm Dinner & Awards (Grand Ballroom)

Cost:

General $195.00

Educator/Government $95.00

Student $75.00

Sponsorship:

Platinum (includes preferred table of 10 with logo identifier) $3,500.00

Gold (includes 5 tickets) $2,800.00

Silver (includes 3 tickets) $2,000.00

Bronze (includes 1 ticket) $1,000.00

*All Sponsors will have company logo displayed in the program and on presentation slides.

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities:

* Cocktail Hour-Limit 2 (includes 10 tickets, priority seating and Platinum table recognition and heavy marketing during the cocktail hour) $5,000

* Plated Dinner-Limit 1 (includes 10 tickets, priority seating and Platinum table recognition and logo on each place setting.) $5,000

* Dinner Wine Sponsorship-Limit 1 (includes 10 tickets, priority seating and Platinum table recognition and logo on each place setting.) $5,000

* Student Seat Sponsorship-Limit 3 (includes 10 student tickets, and logo recognition during dinner and in the program.) $3,000

* Program Sponsor-Limit 1 (Logo recognition during dinner and in the program.) $500

* Name Tag/Registration Table Sponsor-Limit 1 (Logo recognition at registration table, during dinner and on the back of name tags.) $500

* Award Plaque Sponsor-Limit 1 (Logo recognition during dinner and the opportunity to provide personal note from your company to award winners.) $800

Register Here
(If you are a non-member you can still register. You will be asked to log-in. To log in you will need to create an account with your primary email address. Once you have created your account you will be able to log in and register. Your account will enable you to log in and register for any future ASCE events.)

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ASCE Region 3 Assembly
2024-09-27 11:00 - 2024-09-28 14:00 | Christopher B. Burke Engineering – Chicago Office, 625 W. Adams, 7th Floor, Chicago, IL, United States
ASCE Region 3 Assembly is a great opportunity to share and learn with ASCE members and students from all around Region 3.
Register Here
Cost:
Members $100
Students $50
Event Sponsor (includes 1 ticket) $400
You have the option to reserve tickets ($50 each) for the Wendella – Chicago’s Original Architecture Tour. The tour is Friday night, 6:15pm departure.

Experience the city’s legendary architecture from the best seat in the house—the river. Our experienced tour guides detail the 130 year long history behind the skyline, while our bartenders and staff keep you comfortable and entertained. This comprehensive tour navigates through the heart of the city on all three branches of the Chicago River. It’s the one thing everyone tells you to do in Chicago, done right.
Hotel Accommodations

W Chicago – City Center ($229 USD per night)
172 W Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 332-1200
**The hotel block has been extended to September 10th so please book your room soon.
Book your group rate for ASCE Region 3 Assembly

Thank you to our generous sponsors:
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Chicago Engineers Foundation's Annual Meeting & Reception
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Union League Club, 65 W Jackson Blvd., Chicago, 60604, United States
Chicago Engineers Foundation’s Annual Meeting & Reception is scheduled for Thursday, September 26th at 6pm at the Union League Club of Chicago. To RSVP please email cef@chicagoengineersfoundation.org.

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IL Section ASCE SEI September Webinar - Redundancy in Steel Bridges
2024-09-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Speaker: Teyfik Terzioglu, PhD, PE, Parsons

Place: Virtual Webinar (Webinar link will be sent 24 hours prior to the event)

Cost:

ASCE Members $15

Non-ASCE Members $25

Government Free

Student Free

CEU: 1.0 PDH will be provided

Contact: Ashutosh Ranade, asce.il.struct@gmail.com

Registration – Register by Tuesday, Sept. 24th 2024

IL Section ASCE CI/GI/EWRI IDOT Pump Station No. 4
2024-09-25 17:00 - 19:30 | Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse-Lombard, 70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL, 60148, United States
Come learn about the stormwater pumping station alongside the Eisenhower Expressway and Des Plaines River! IDOT engineers, as well as representatives from IHC Companies, will present the challenges and successes of this massive and unique project.

Cost:

Professional $75

Government $65

Student $35

Gold Sponsor (includes 4 tickets) $350

Silver Sponsor (includes 2 tickets) $200

Bronze Sponsor (Includes 1 ticket) $100

Registration and additional information

Hosted by the Construction Institute, Geo-Institute, and Environmental & Water Resources Institute

IL Section ASCE T&DI September Luncheon - Commissioner Tom Carney - Chicago Department of Transportation
2024-09-12 11:30 - 13:30 | Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse – Rosemont, 5464 N River Road, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Registration Link: IS-ASCE T&DI September 2024 Luncheon: Commissioner Tom Carney – CDOT (constantcontactpages.com)
Sponsorships for this event are available.

IL Section ASCE T&DI Board Meeting
2024-09-10 17:30 - 18:30 | IL
Board meetings are open to all members, if you plan to attend, please inform T&DI Chair, Sylvan Popovici, at Spopovici@benesch.com.

IL Section ASCE UESI Board Meeting
2024-09-09 13:00 - 14:00 | IL
Board meetings are open to all members, if you plan to attend, please request from UESI Chair, Joel Koenig, at jkoenig@cmtengr.com an invite to the meeting. Meeting is held via Teams.

IL Section ASCE CI & IAACE Joint Event: Happy Hour & Networking Mixer
2024-08-27 17:00 - 19:00 | SPIN Chicago, 344 N. State St., Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
Join us for a fun and engaging evening at the IAACE & ASCE-CI Joint Happy Hour & Networking Mixer! This event offers a great opportunity to meet and connect with fellow professionals in the civil engineering and infrastructure sectors. Enjoy delicious sliders & platters, relax with a complimentary drink ticket, and engage in some friendly competition with ping pong games. Don’t miss this chance to expand your professional network and enjoy a lively evening in the heart of Chicago.

Enjoy an evening of networking, good food, and great company!

Register

Contact: admin@ia-ace.org.com

IL Section ASCE T&DI August Networking Event
2024-08-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Parlor Pizza Bar – West Loop, 108 N Green St, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/m5faqmm/lp/bbdaf4ac-4485-410c-8cbe-e898a41232f5

IL Section ASCE EWRI Summer Social
2024-08-13 17:00 - 20:00 | Parlor Pizza Bar – West Loop, 108 N Green St, Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
Registration: Please email Francisco Martinez Acosta (FMartinezAcosta@baxterwoodman.com) to let us know you’re coming!

IL Section ASCE Award Application Deadline Extended
2024-07-10 00:00 - 12:00 | IL
The Illinois Section of ASCE needs your help in identifying and recognizing qualified individuals, projects, firms, and agencies for their contributions to civil engineering and our Society. Award winners will be acknowledged during our Annual Awards Dinner taking place in October. Click here to view our past award winners.

Information on award requirements, nomination forms, and complete nomination instructions can be found on our website www.isasce.org/awards.

Nominations for all 2024 awards are due by July 10, 2024.

Please submit the nomination(s) electronically:
A pdf of the nomination packet electronically to illinoissection@isasce.org.

Any questions can be emailed to Saki Handa at saki.handa@optimatics.com.

Illinois Section ASCE SEI Summer Field Trip - Hot-Dip Galvanizing Facility Tour
2024-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Valmont Coating – Empire Galvanizing, 10909 Franklin Ave., Franklin Park, 60131, United States
Galvanizing is a crucial role in extending the life span and durability of steel, protecting it from harsh environmental and external forces. Come Join us on Thursday June 27th, 2024, to witness the hot-dip galvanizing and protective coating process presented by Valmont industries. During the tour, representatives from Valmont will present on the American Galvanizers Association’s technical information for engineers regarding their products usage.

Place: VALMONT COATING – EMPIRE GALVANIZING

10909 Franklin Ave., Ste 1409

Franklin Park, IL 60131

Time: 1pm – 3pm

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Engineers Without Borders Summer Social - Grooves for Good: A Night of Jazz
2024-06-19 18:00 - 21:00 | Guild Row, 3130 North Rockwell Street, Chicago, IL, 60618, United States
Our “Grooves for Good” fundraiser is on June 19th and it will feature a celebration of our clean water projects in Kenya, Guatemala, and Tanzania. It will also include a jazz band performance from a chapter member of EWB — Morgan Street Jazz. Tickets are now on sale here: https://support.ewb-usa.org/GroovesForGood. Even if you’re brand new to Engineers Without Borders – Chicago, this is a great event to attend and learn about all the great work our chapter is doing! This will be a great opportunity to meet with our amazing network of local engineers.

Diversity and Inclusion Fundraising Event - Topgolf Schaumburg
2024-06-13 17:30 - 20:30 | Topgolf – Schaumburg, 2050 Progress Parkway, Schaumburg, IL, United States
The Illinois Section ASCE DI TopGolf Event benefits the Illinois Section’s Diversity and Inclusion initiatives. This year, the D&I committee is partnering with local community colleges to increase the presence and awareness of Civil Engineering.
Only click on registering others if you purchase an additional $90/person ticket(s).
If you are registering a twosome, you will have the option to do so as part of the sponsorship later during the registration process. This ensures a smooth and straightforward registration experience for all participants.
Register here

MWRD Open House & Tours of the Lockport Powerhouse
2024-06-08 10:00 - 14:00 | IL
Location: 303 W. 2nd Street, Lockport, IL (A shuttlebus will take you to the powerhouse site).

Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm

Cost: Free

Pre-registration is not required.

Sturdy shoes and clothes appropriate for a construction site required.

Questions can be directed to MWRD at 312-751-5600

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IL Section ASCE EWRI & Sustainability Committee, Fullersburg Woods Salt Creek Improvements Presentation
2024-05-30 14:30 - 15:30 | IL
Presenter: Deanna Doohaluk, The Conservation Foundation

Place: Fullersburg Woods Nature Center Annex (located near the Ogden Avenue and Interstate 294 exit ramps)

Time: 2:30pm

Cost: Free

Space is limited, so contact Jerry McGovern at jeromemcgovern@att.net if you would like to attend by Wednesday May 29, 2024. One professional development hour will be awarded. If you have a question or comment, please contact me.

Afterwards, attendees can choose to join us at Driftwood Grill at Cermak Road and Midwest Road in Oak Brook for a beverage.

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IL Section ASCE T&DI May Luncheon - Omer Osman, Secretary Illinois Department of Transportation
2024-05-23 11:30 - 13:30 | Maggiano’s Oak Brook, 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, 60523, United States
IS-ASCE T&DI is pleased to announce our May 2024 Luncheon, which will feature a presentation by Omer Osman, Secretary Illinois Department of Transportation.
Registration Link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/93ewyfs
Sponsorship opportunities are available for this event!

EWRI World Congress 2024
2024-05-19 - 2024-05-22 | IL
We just announced the detailed agenda: https://www.ewricongress.org/program

We have also announced the keynote speakers https://www.ewricongress.org/program/keynote-speakers and some amazing technical tours https://www.ewricongress.org/program/tours-outings and technical workshops https://www.ewricongress.org/program/technical-workshops that we are hosting during the week.

Mini Symposium on Climate Change & Infrastructure: Emphasis on the Midwest
May 19, 1:30-6:30pm

Thanks for being a supporting partner for this event.

See you in Milwaukee!

Save the Date- 5×7 – Vertical

IL Section ASCE UESI & CI Joint May Dinner Meeting - Commonwealth Edison Utility Relocation Process
2024-05-16 17:30 - 20:00 | HBK Engineering, 2101 W. Carroll Ave., Chicago, IL, United States
Please join us on May 16 for a dinner and presentation with ComEd’s Vincent Mazzaferro and HBK’s Eileen Koplin. The presentation will discuss the ComEd conflict review and relocation process for various agencies.

Cost: $65/per person

Sponsorship: $250 (includes 2 attendees)

Click here to register
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IL Section ASCE T&DI Board Meeting
2024-05-14 17:30 - 18:30 | IL
Board meetings are open to all members, if you plan to attend, please inform T&DI Chair, Sylvan Popovici, at Spopovici@benesch.com

IL Section ASCE SEI May Luncheon - Remote Work for Engineers: Unlocking Collaboration to Build Tailored Solutions
2024-05-07 11:30 - 13:15 | Pazzo’s at 311, 311 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60606, United States
Stepping away from the usual ‘one-size-fits-all’ methods, this presentation dives into the foundations of how knowledge is created and transferred in remote engineering teams. We won’t just tell you what to do; instead, we’ll introduce you to the basic building blocks that drive successful knowledge sharing. Understand what engineers today are truly seeking in our increasingly digital world. While it’s not about providing ready-made solutions, we’ll offer techniques to help your teams grow stronger and more connected, even when miles apart. In this age of digital transformation, fostering effective communication and understanding is more crucial than ever. Join us to grasp the essentials of strengthening bonds and enhancing efficiency, ensuring your remote teams can thrive in any situation.

Time: 11:30am – 12:00pm Networking

12:00pm – 1:15pm Lunch & Presentation

Place: Pazzo’s, 311 S Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60606

Cost: $65 ASCE Members

$75 Non-ASCE Members

$50 Government

$25 Students

CEU: 1.0 PDH will be provided

Register here by: Monday, May 6, 2024

Please email us with any questions at

asce.il.struct@gmail.com

2024 Chicago Geotechnical Lecture Series - Lessons in Underground Construction
2024-05-03 | UIC-Student Center, 750 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60607, United States
We’re excited to announce our lineup for the 2024 Lecture Series. Please see the revised attached flyer, which includes information on the seminar, updated registration links, and abstracts/bios for each of our distinguished speakers. We’re also excited to announce that the Lecture Series is headed back to its roots at UIC, where we will be hosted by Prof. Reddy and his department.
We encourage you to register early for the Lecture Series. Early bird rates are available until April 9th.
Please reach out with any questions. We will provide information on sponsorship opportunities within a few weeks.
ASCE Geo-Institute Illinois Chapter
2022-2023 Organizing Committee
Chair: Jason Buenker (jason.buenker@shanwil.com)
Co-Chair: Thierno Kane (tkane@geosyntec.com)
Treasurer: Mark Abtahi (abtahima@cdmsmith.com)

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IL Section ASCE CI & IAACE Joint Event - CTA RPM Tour & Happy Hour
2024-04-30 15:00 - 19:30 | IL
Time: 3:00 pm Prompt Start

Meet Up Location: Red/Purple/Brown Line Belmont Station (945 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657)

Wear sturdy shoes as we will be walking through various sites around the project. Additional safety gear is not required.

Happy Hour Time: 4:30 PM-7:30PM

Happy Hour Location: Trader Todd’s 3216 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657

Cost: $40 Per Person. Includes 3 hours of unlimited pizza, pasta and salad along with two drink tickets.

Register Here

Registration ends April 29, 2024

Organizer: Dan Lowery, dlowery@transystems.com

ABOUT THE RPM PROJECT
The Red and Purple Modernization (RPM) Phase One Project is the largest capital project in CTA history, consisting of a new bypass structure just north of the Belmont station, a complete rebuild of the Lawrence, Argyle, Berwyn and Bryn Mawr stations and the installation of a new signal system between Howard and Belmont.
While large-scale mega-projects of this type come with benefits, such as smoother, more reliable service, relief of overcrowding and larger, modern stations with ADA accessibility, they also come with unique challenges due to their longevity and complexity. Recognizing that there will be challenges, CTA is taking a conscientious approach to construction and working closely with each of the communities and its leaders to minimize negative impacts.

Chicago Engineers' Foundation - Sock Hop Chicago
2024-04-26 18:30 - 21:00 | Union League Club, 65 W Jackson Blvd., Chicago, 60604, United States
The Fabulous 50’s are back…for one night only.

Grab your favorite dreamboat or doll and dress like a cool cat in your 1950’s best for an evening of kicks at the Union League Club of Chicago. Enjoy live music and dancing, entertainment, premium auction packages, and more. Early bird tickets are available now. Find more information and get your tickets HERE.

Proceeds from this evening provide learning and scholarship opportunities for Chicago’s next generation of engineers.

IL Section ASCE T&DI April Luncheon - Cassaundra Rouse, Executive Director of Illinois Tollway
2024-04-25 11:30 - 13:30 | Maggiano’s Oak Brook, 240 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL, 60523, United States
IS-ASCE T&DI is pleased to announce our April 2024 Luncheon, which will feature a presentation by Cassaundra Rouse – Executive Director of Illinois Tollway.

IL Section ASCE Annual Spring Dinner
2024-04-18 17:00 - 19:45 | Maggiano’s Chicago, 111 W. Grand, Chicago, IL, 60654, United States
The Illinois Section of ASCE is pleased to host its annual Spring Dinner, celebrating student scholarship award winners and other local student outreach initiatives for civil engineering. The program will feature a welcome message from ASCE Society President-Elect Feniosky Peña-Mora, a Keynote presentation from ASCE Region 3 Director Kenneth Mika, recognition of the IS-ASCE 2024 university student scholarship award winners and other remarks from local leaders for student outreach initiatives happening in the Illinois Section.
5:00pm – 6pm Registration & Cocktail Hour
6:00pm- 7:45pm Dinner & Program
Cost:
$80.00 Member
$90.00 Non-Member
$25.00 Student
$0 IL Section Past President
$600 Table of 8
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Gold Sponsor $750 (includes 2 tickets)
Silver Sponsor $500 (includes 1 ticket)
Bronze Sponsor $250 (sponsorship only)
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