14 Steps for Preserving Steel Structures
Preventative maintenance is defined as scheduled work at regular intervals with the goal to preserve the present condition and prevent future deficiencies. On bridge structures, this work is typically performed on… Continue Reading
What’s the Buzz on Bumble Bees?
After a minor delay by President Trump’s Administration, the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) listed the Rusty Patched Bumblebee (Bombus affinis) as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA)-… Continue Reading
A Look Back: Heliport System Planning
In the early 80’s an effort was made to focus a portion of the FAA’s Airport Improvement (AIP) grant program on the needs of heliport infrastructure through heliport system plans,… Continue Reading
Right-of-Way Acquisition in 7 Steps
Right-of-Way acquisitions in civil engineering encompass a lot of detail. According to Betsy Bosiak, land acquisition specialist at Hoyle, Tanner, it can take a little under five years to learn… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Nicole Crawford
Nicole Crawford, Airport Engineer and HGTV-Enthusiast What has drawn you to and kept you at Hoyle, Tanner? I was working at a smaller firm before. I wanted to try a… Continue Reading
Capturing Data in a New Era
This season Hoyle, Tanner employees are finding all sorts of ways to get out into the field. An essential aid to us in our field work is a GPS data… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Amy Johnson
Amy Johnson, Civil Engineer and Devoted Athlete What has drawn you to and kept you at Hoyle, Tanner? Well, I was first drawn to Hoyle, Tanner because I worked with… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Fran Weaver
Fran Weaver, Grant Administrator at work & Avid Recycler/Earth Enthusiast in free time What has drawn you to and kept you at Hoyle, Tanner? Well the real reason I came here… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Jeff DeGraff
Jeff DeGraff, Bridge Engineer and Outdoor Enthusiast What has drawn you to and kept you at Hoyle, Tanner? There are few structural engineering jobs in Vermont. It’s also one of… Continue Reading
Unifying Beautification Efforts in the Millyard
In honor of Earth Day 2016, members of our team are hitting the streets and giving back to the Manchester community by participating in Intown Manchester’s #AdoptABlock neighborhood clean-up effort. Intown Manchester… Continue Reading
How Your Community Plays a Part in National Walk to Work Day
Spring has arrived just in time for National Walk to Work Day! Individuals across the country are lacing up their sneakers and hitting the pavement, while communities are taking a… Continue Reading
Pi vs. Chocolate Cream
Pi… I did not forget the “e”, I am referring to the mathematical constant, π, for the value 3.141592…, a ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter. For some it… Continue Reading
Girl Day
In honor of Girl Day, a recognized day of Engineers Week, I had the pleasure of speaking to three Hoyle, Tanner engineers about their careers: Karen J. Frink, P.E.; Audrey G. Beaulac, P.E., CPSWQ;… Continue Reading
Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport Advertisment for Bids
Terminal Apron Expansion (Base Bid) and Apron Rehabilitation (Additive Alternate #1) Auburn-Lewiston Municipal Airport Auburn-Lewiston, Maine Plans & Specifications Available: Thursday February 11,2016 Bid Opening: Thursday March 10, 2016 Estimated Project Construction: August… Continue Reading
“Climbing” the Memorial Bridge
ensuring the safety of the traveling public across the country. You might not realize it, but chances are every time you get in a car you drive across one or… Continue Reading
First Response: Storm Damage Mitigation of BMP Failure Presentation
I didn’t know what to expect. I had been to conferences before, seen many presentations, but never had to give one of my own. I thought, why not, I can… Continue Reading
Getting the Most out of Your First Entry-Level Position
Entry-level positions are more important than one may think. They are a chance to get a feel for the work world, establish some independence, and put your best skills to… Continue Reading
The Value of an Internship
Navigating through college can be a tough endeavor for a lot of people. There is only so much that high school can do to prepare a student for what they… Continue Reading
Asset Management – Optimization of O&M & CIP, & Funding Strategy
Recently, John Jackman, P.E. and Carl Quiram, P.E. finished our series discussion on Asset Management highlighting the Optimizing O&M and CIP, as well as Funding Strategy tasks. The concepts presented… Continue Reading
Asset Management – Condition Assessment
Today, John Jackman, P.E. and Ben Horner, P.L.S. continued our Asset Management Series with a discussion on Condition Assessment. This presentation covers the differences between inspection and assessment; the benefits of knowing the… Continue Reading
Presidential Power Sways Environmental Perception
Who would you say was one of the most significant environmental Presidents? Would it surprise you if I told you I think it is Richard Nixon? Yes, the only US President… Continue Reading
A Resident Project Representative’s Perspective – Civil Engineers as ‘civil’ engineers
Recently while on-site, I was helping train a summer intern. In describing what I do in the field vs. what she was learning in the classroom, one thing that came… Continue Reading
Asset Management – Inventory
As part of our Asset Management Series, today we discussed – Inventory. To share their knowledge on the subject, John Jackman, P.E. and Heidi Lemay present the process; associated questions; available data;… Continue Reading
Introduction to Asset Management
Recently, John Jackman, P.E. and Carl Quiram, P.E. administered the Introduction to Asset Management presentation discussing the basic principles presented in our Continuum of Asset Management post, as it relates to public works…. Continue Reading
A Resident Project Represenative’s Perspective – Civil Engineers as ‘civil’ engineers
Recently while on-site, I was helping train a summer intern. In describing what I do in the field vs. what she was learning in the classroom, one thing that came… Continue Reading
Social Media for Everyone
Recently, I had the opportunity to share my understanding of various social media platforms and the benefits that municipalities can derive through their use at the New Hampshire Public Works Association‘s March… Continue Reading
Continuum of Asset Management
This graphic illustrates the Asset Management continuum with a focus on system-wide assets. Understanding the basic steps of a successful Asset Management program will help in developing a process and… Continue Reading
7 Factors in Snow Load Evaluations
The weight of one foot of fresh snow ranges from 3 pounds per square foot (psf) for light, dry snow to 21 psf for wet, heavy snow. When evaluating an… Continue Reading
Planning Your Assets – Part 2
As outlined in the ‘9 Steps in Starting Asset Management’ and ‘Planning Your Assets – Part 1’ we have shared the process of starting asset management as well as an… Continue Reading
Planning Your Assets – Part 1
As outlined in the ‘9 Steps in Starting Asset Management’ post we shared earlier, asset management is the methodical process of organizing, operating, maintaining, renewing, and disposing of tangible assets… Continue Reading
9 Steps in Starting Asset Management
Asset management refers to the methodical process of organizing, operating, maintaining, renewing, and disposing of tangible assets while tracking each asset’s useful life and risk of failure to ensure the… Continue Reading
Learning Continued
Like many other companies, Hoyle, Tanner remains committed to the ongoing education of its employees. One of the great benefits offered to full-time employees is the Education Cost Reimbursement, which… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Heidi Lemay
What drew you to Hoyle, Tanner originally? Originally, I met Todd Clark and other representatives at an ASCE event and they were sitting at a table conversing. I liked that they… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Jake Sparkowich
What drew you to Hoyle, Tanner originally? Well, I was working for a much smaller company before joining the team and knew that I wanted to work for a larger… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Shawna Fournier
What drew you to Hoyle, Tanner originally? Well, I was a stay-at-home mom for 10 years raising my children and had just completed my first degree. I applied at a… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Delinda Robinson
What drew you to Hoyle, Tanner originally? Judy… she told me about the opening and the company and that she really liked the members of the marketing team. What… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Kimberly Peace
Kimberly Peace, Environmental Coordinator & Beach Enthusiast What drew you to Hoyle, Tanner originally? I was looking for a change and the opportunity to work in a different environment. I… Continue Reading
Every Little Bit Counts
During the recession in 2009, Hoyle, Tanner’s employees joined together to help the local community in New Hampshire and started a non-perishable collection to benefit the New Hampshire Food Bank… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Dave Wheeler
What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? I studied at the University of Vermont, and the concept for my senior design project was actually provided by Hoyle, Tanner, working… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Erica Haines
What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? When I finished college, I really wanted to be in this area. It’s where I grew up before going to school in… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Nichole Davis
Nichole Davis, Marketing Specialist, Aspiring to be like Captain Planet What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? I was working toward my bachelor’s at SNHU in Marketing, and Hoyle,… Continue Reading
5 Facts About Sustainable Stormwater Practices
In urban areas where numerous impervious surfaces are found, stormwater runoff is a significant contributor to water pollution. As rain falls in suburban and rural areas, the rain water is… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Matt O’Brien
What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? To be perfectly honest, it was kind of by chance. The 2008 economic crash played a big role in bringing me here…. Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Jill Semprini
What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? First, I really wanted to work in New Hampshire. I had worked in Boston for four years prior, and that was not… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Travis Gelinas
Travis Gelinas, CADD Technician & Car Nut What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner It was a “right place, right time” kind of situation. I used to work for… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Dan Marks
Dan Marks, Environmental Engineer & All Around Good Guy What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? When I started looking for a job in the industry, I was interested… Continue Reading
To Blog or Not to Blog… This is Your Answer
Recently, we have found ourselves asking the questions of whether or not to blog; who would be interested in what we have to say; and would we have “followers”? An… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Marisa DiBiaso
Marisa DiBiaso, Civil Engineer & Seeker of Eternal Youth What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? It was really slow at previous job, so I wanted to find a… Continue Reading
Employee Spotlight: Jeff Collins
Jeff Collins, Transportation Engineer & Proud Father & Husband What brought you to work at Hoyle, Tanner? I started working here straight out of college, so really I was happy… Continue Reading