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BUSINESS NEWS AECOM JOINT VENTURE TO PROVIDE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT’S CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AECOM, the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced its AECOM-DBS joint venture with minority-owned business enterprise partner DB Sterlin has been awarded a three-year contract to provide program management services to the Chicago Department of Water Management. In this role, AECOM-DBS will manage the capital improvement program for DWM’s facilities, which deliver nearly 750 million gallons of drinking water to residents daily. Work will focus on numerous DWM assets, including improvements to its 4,300-mile water distribution system, 12 pumping stations, and two of the world’s largest water purification plants. “Through our work with DWM on their ambitious capital improvement program, we share a deep commitment to ensuring safety, championing sustainability, and optimizing costs for the benefit of Chicago area communities,” said Drew Jeter, chief executive of AECOM’s Program
Management global business line. “Our Sustainable Legacies strategy centers the role of infrastructure in delivering equitable outcomes, and we’re proud that this program presents a critical opportunity to address one of the greatest health and equity challenges associated with water delivery in the U.S. – lead service line replacement.” Across the city of Chicago, AECOM- DBS will support the ongoing delivery of high-quality drinking water and efficient management of waste and stormwater infrastructure as well as the replacement of 400,000 lead service lines. The team will use the latest methods in water main design and rehabilitation to identify and address critical water system vulnerabilities, mitigate corrosion, and limit impacts on trees and vegetation. This will include the use of trenchless technologies to minimize costs, accelerate work, and limit disruption to the public. Through its vast expertise, the joint venture will use a facilities planning, design and construction management approach to provide a smooth transition and quickly prioritize DWM’s long-term planning needs while minimizing community disruption.
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3. Future-focused leadership development. Lastly, a culture of forward-thinking leadership sets top firms apart. These firms prioritize the development of future leaders within their organizations. Recognizing that individuals won’t be part of the workforce indefinitely, they invest in grooming the next generation of leaders. This practice not only benefits the firm’s long-term strategies but also nurtures a sense of recognition among high-performing employees. It establishes a roadmap for the future, instilling confidence in the organization’s sustained success. Moreover, it encourages a culture where dedication and hard work can lead to increased responsibilities and financial growth. While these aspects represent just a fraction of what distinguishes top AEC firms from the rest, they hold substantial potential to transform organizational dynamics. Investing in workload management, organizational efficiency, and future leadership development can catalyze a positive shift within any firm. If your firm has yet to invest in these critical areas, now is the time. By doing so, you can significantly enhance the well-being and satisfaction of your most valuable asset – your employees. Kyle Ahern is an employee experience and data strategist at Zweig Group. Contact him at kahern@zweiggroup.com.
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