Industry Insights Archives

From CAD to BIM: How Civil Engineering Is Transforming Construction

The evolution from CAD to BIM is transforming civil engineering, enabling better collaboration, greater efficiency, reduced risk, and more informed decisions throughout the construction lifecycle.

September 9, 2026

Connecting Communities: How Smart Corridor Planning Gets People Going

Learn how transportation engineers plan and design safe, efficient corridors through careful analysis, environmental review, and public engagement.

August 10, 2026

Fast-Tracking Safety for Houston Students

Pape-Dawson’s innovative delivery and collaboration accelerated a critical safety project, creating a lasting solution for Houston students.

July 20, 2026

Smarter Systems, Stronger Cities: AI’s Role in maintaining Modern Infrastructure

AI is helping cities prevent infrastructure failures by detecting defects, predicting risks from data, and analyzing how connected systems are affected—so problems like sinkholes can be caught early and avoided.

July 8, 2026

Engineering Beneath the Surface: Fortis Arena Blends Innovation and Flood Protection at Christ Presbyterian Academy

Pape-Dawson transformed a site constraint into an opportunity by designing an underground stormwater detention system beneath Fortis Arena, preserving flood protection while supporting Christ Presbyterian Academy's new athletics facility.

June 26, 2026

Going With The Flow: Navigating Florida’s New Stormwater Requirements

Florida’s new stormwater rules are pushing developers toward stricter nutrient reduction standards and more advanced runoff treatment strategies, says Jamie Poulos.

May 14, 2026

Types of Civil Engineering: Roles, Responsibilities, and Careers Shaping the Future

Discover the different types of civil engineering and how today’s engineers are building sustainable infrastructure, transportation systems, and resilient communities.

May 13, 2026

Local Rules, National Reach: Navigating the building permits maze

Effective permitting management helps companies avoid delays and keep construction projects moving across complex local regulations.

April 7, 2026

The Future of Industrial Water Treatment: Smart and Sustainable Approaches

Industrial water and wastewater treatment design is undergoing some of the most significant shifts in infrastructure innovation today.

March 12, 2026

Connected Mobility: How AI Is Redefining Transportation Networks

Connected mobility uses AI and real-time data to improve transportation safety, efficiency, and adaptability. Pape-Dawson integrates these tools with engineering expertise to deliver future-ready transportation solutions.

February 9, 2026