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BUSINESS NEWS LGE DESIGN BUILD ANNOUNCES LGE RESIDENTIAL DESIGN BUILD LGE Design Build has officially launched a brand new residential architecture, design, and construction division, LGE Residential Design Build. For more than 25 years, LGE Design Build has been a leader in the Valley’s commercial market by offering a full-service, client-oriented model of design and construction. Now the residential division will seek to provide that same dynamic level of service on a personal scale. “Capitalizing on the proven processes, management, and relationships LGE has cultivated for years, LGE|RDBwill guide owners every step of the way, providing personalized services for all phases of the process,” said

David Sellers, president and CEO of LGE. “Building your home is an art form that requires the highest levels of collaboration, empathy, and discipline, and we will work tirelessly to deliver those pillars of service to our clients.” The LGE|RDB team will be led by Lead Project Manager Will Ryczek. Ryczek brings more than 10 years of experience in construction working for prominent builders in Arizona as well as world renowned architects. Ryczek earned his master’s degree in architecture from ASU and has since constructed high- end, modern projects across Arizona, Texas, and California. “Building a modern, architectural home is challenging,” Ryczek said. “Having an

informed, capable team you can trust to guide you through it on your behalf is game- changing.” Also joining the team in the field is Lead Residential Superintendent Cody Jones. Jones has spent the last 15 years working to build some of the finest homes in the Valley and across the country, capitalizing on his skill set and resourcefulness. “For us, no two homes are ever the same,” Jones said. “It’s that challenge I look forward to each day.” LGE|RDB will concentrate its projects in constructing modern architecture and will break ground on its inaugural project in Paradise Valley this year.

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inexperienced. Numerous times I didn’t speak up when I had an educated response, and I’ve learned that never helps any project delivery team, especially during meeting collaboration. It’s always better to identify a concern or share the knowledge you have on a specific situation if you feel it’s beneficial to the discussion. Time and time again I find myself in situations where a topic or concern is identified which someone responds to intelligently and it can help others on their specifics for the project or uncover another concern/issue that needs to be addressed. ALWAYS STRIVE FOR PROGRESSION IN SOME AREA OF YOUR CAREER: Always keep an open mind and be the type of professional you would want to interact with. In my opinion, any type of job experience can contribute to professional growth. Embrace opportunities for cross-training within the industry and vigilantly learn from all experiences. As you see yourself advancing and developing, maintain your software proficiency and always push for progression in some area of your career. There are many different approaches or methods you can use to grow your career. A great example is learning a new software program or learning about a topic or discipline related to your career. You can maximize professional experiences by attending high performing seminars by leaders within the industry, leaders who provide great examples and can even serve as unofficial mentors for what you can strive for professionally. Pursue additional certifications and possibly even graduate-level education as you become more discipline focused throughout your career. A career is a relationship you have with yourself. You’re the only person with the knowledge and insight on the level of effort you’re putting in to progress it. Be honest with yourself about how you want your career to progress. Set high expectations and then explore different methods to obtain and reach your goals. All the hard work and effort you put in will pay dividends down the road. JAMES D. VIGIL, A.M.ASCE, is a supervisory civil engineer for the federal government in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

contract drawings called for W12x14s that were installed just as the superintendent insisted. I was concerned with the deflection requirements from experience as these beams seemed smaller than I would’ve anticipated for the specific clear span. I notified the superintendent that I believed there was a typo in the beam sizes during the drafting stage and we needed to notify the DOR for a final verification prior to concrete placement. The DOR confirmed the beam sizes were incorrect and the quick fix was to provide an additional beam below the existing W12x14s by stitch welding a secondary beam to support the load and satisfy deflection requirements set forth by the LRFD design code. The true beam size should’ve been W21x44 to match surrounding wide flanges. I truly believe the lesson here is to trust your engineering judgment, and if something seems off follow through and complete your own research of the topic until you receive an answer that relieves your concerns in any situation. “Set high expectations and then explore different methods to obtain and reach your goals. All the hard work and effort you put in will pay dividends down the road.” SPEAK WHEN NECESSARY IF YOU HAVE THE KNOWLEDGE OR INSIGHT ON THE DISCUSSION: I went to work for the federal government immediately following my graduation with a civil engineering degree in 2007. I considered obtaining a master’s degree then, but I felt the need for real experiences that came with being an engineer. I began in the general engineering section utilizing Bentley software platforms, Specs Intact, and various modeling programs to generate construction drawings and specifications. I’m definitely an introvert and have been considered shy throughout my life. I’ve found myself in many situations/ meetings where a question or concern arose which I had an answer for, but was shy and didn’t want to sound

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