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  A PE in the Philippines to a PE in USA with Jonathan Espiritu 18.09.2026 28dk

  Picture this: you’re a stay-home dad taking care of three kids while preparing for your exam. Interesting? That’s exactly how today’s guest started his journey toward becoming a PE in the US! In this episode, Jonathan Espiritu dives into the steps he took to get licensed in the US as a Filipino engineer, and dives into the tips fellow Filipinos and international engineers alike can use to crush their NCEES exams and do the same! 😉 Tune in to Learn:His journey from the Philippines to oil & gas in Saudi Arabia to a civil engineer in the USThe main differences between the Philippines and the US in the civil engineering fieldHis FE exam prep as a stay-home dad with 3 kids (yes, you read that right!)A time management technique he used to find study time he didn't think he hadHow he found Civil Engineering Academy — and why it was crucial to his successHow a career opportunity led him to change his depth exam3 tips for those taking the Civil PE ExamThe astonishing difference in difficulty between breadth and depth questionsWhy you already have what it takes to crush theory problems on the PETips for Filipinos interested in becoming licensed PEs in the USWhat is the NCEES approval process like for international applicants? Our Partner:Audible FREE Download:The Ultimate Civil PE Exam Startup Guide Resources Mentioned:The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseAASHTO’s Green BookThe Highway Capacity ManualRoadside Design Guide BookTexas Department of TransportationUniversity of Saint Louis, TuguegaraoSaudi Aramco Petroleum Connect With Jonathan:LinkedInCEA Exam Prep Materials:WebsiteThe Ultimate Civil FE Review Course The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseThe Ultimate Civil PE Depth Review CoursesFE and PE Practice Exams Join the CEA Family:Free NewsletterFree Facebook CommunityYouTube [email protected]
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  The Present & Future of Transportation Engineering With ENR’s Top 20 Under 40 Christy Jeon 16.09.2026 34dk

  Transportation is changing fast. From sustainability concerns to climate resiliency to EVs, the systems we use today will look very different very soon. That’s what Christy Mihyeon Jeon joins us to talk about. 👇After 24 years in transportation planning and engineering, working on everything from major highway projects to electrification of transportation systems, as well as being named one of the “100 Most Influential Women in Engineering,” she’s someone everyone in the industry should listen to. In this episode, she pulls back the curtain on what transportation planning actually is and how it differs from the other niches within transportation engineering — like traffic operations.But what about where the industry headed? 🤔Way ahead of you!She also dives into what that future will likely look like. From EVs all the way to autonomous vehicles, the future of transportation systems and infrastructure will be very different — and getting there means overcoming some really complex challenges she also talks about here.Whether you already work in transportation or you're thinking about jumping into the field, this conversation can help you see the bigger picture for what’s currently going on in the profession…and what’s still to come.So, hit play to give this one a listen and hear what Christy has to say about the present and future of transportation engineering. 😉🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Her Traffic Jams Got Her into the Transportation Engineering WorldWhich of Her Credentials Had the Biggest Impact on Her CareerHow She Managed to Skip the FE and Go Straight for the PE (+ How Difficult It Was)The Story Behind How She Became a PE in a State That Requires the FE FirstHow "Sustainability" in Engineering Has Changed Over Time...And What It Means TodayWhat Transportation Planning Really isThe Biggest Challenge She's Had to Overcome in Her Career (And How It Impacts You)What the Concept of "Resiliency" Means (And How Differs From One State to Another)The Impact of Electrification on Transportation Infrastructure and PlanningThe 3 Big Components of the Future of Our Transportation SystemsThe Biggest Concern Before the Full Adoption of Autonomous Vehicles is PossibleHer Top Piece of Advice for Women to Thrive in EngineeringHow Joining Professional Organizations Can Supercharge Your Career (And Life)The Only Skill You Need to Be a Successful Engineer That Takes a Long Time to Learn🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDGeorgia DOTIncorporating Sustainability in Transport Planning, by Christy JeonChristy's "Top 20 Under 40" Nomination💬 CONNECT WITH CHRISTY:LinkedIn🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  The AEC Freelancing Platform Changing How Engineers Find Work With Brian Sullivan 11.09.2026 31dk

  Not finding reliable engineering talent for your projects when you need it? After 20 years running his AEC firm, Brian Sullivan knows that problem all too well — and he’s now set out to tackle it from a completely different angle. 👇In this episode, Brian talks about his journey from starting, scaling, and selling his own civil engineering firm to building an engineering tech company called GigBench that puts an end to this problem once and for all.The idea? 🤔Be the place where firms can find vetted, experienced professionals, without having to make a full-time hire…while engineers can find more flexible engineering work, without having to leave their day job.Whether you’re thinking about freelancing as a civil engineer yourself or need freelance engineering work for your company, you need to sign up for GigBench — and Brian spills the beans on everything you need to know about it.So, go check it out wherever you get your podcasts to hear more about what he’s building with GigBench, how it works, and how you can take advantage of it. 😉🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:A Big Problem He Faced Running His Own Firm That Gave Him the Idea for GigBenchHow He Started GigBench After Selling His FirmHow GigBench Works (For Engineers and Firms)Is GigBench Only for the AEC Industry?How AEC Freelancers Benefit from Using GigBenchHow AEC Employees Can Use GigBench Without Breaking Any Non-Compete ClausesGigBench's Official Launch and How Engineers Can Join as Soon as It DoesThe 2 Business Challenges He's Facing Trying to Build GigBenchThe Business Skill He Learned Building His Firm That’s Applicable to Every BusinessThe 2 Biggest Values He Learned in His Firm That He's Now Applying to GigBenchThe Monetization Model of GigBench (+ Its Fees for You)How GigBench Can Work For Hungry Retirees as WellThe Most Important Lesson in His 20-Year Career You Need to Take to Heart🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDGigBenchSullivan Engineering AcquisitionConEdisonManhattan CollegeUpWork💬 CONNECT WITH BRIAN:[email protected]🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  The Top 16 Transportation PE Study Materials Worth Considering 02.09.2026 18dk

  Freaking out trying to choose the exam prep resources for the Transportation PE that are actually worth your money? 🤔  With so many options, it's easy to go down a rabbit hole…but you don’t have to. 👇In this episode, we’re sharing our hand-picked list of the top Transportation PE study materials worth considering for each one of the main aspects of an exam prep to help you cut through the noise. That way, you nail down your options to only a few resources, pick the ones you think give the biggest bang for your buck, and finally get your studying going.So, if you want to pass the Civil PE Transportation exam, give this episode a listen and pick your study materials from this list. 😉🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:The 3 Main Categories of Any Good Exam Prep3 Resources to Brush Up on the Theory6 Books That Give You 500+ Problems to Practice With7 Realistic Practice Exams for You to Simulate the Real DealHow to Approach Problem-Solving the Right Way When Studying for the PEHow to Take Practice Exams Effectively When Prepping📖 THEORY REVIEW:PE Civil Transportation Review ManualPE Civil Exam Review Guide (Transportation)Daniel Findley’s YouTube Playlist✍️ PRACTICE PROBLEMS:Six-Minute Solutions: Transportation Depth QuestionsThe Essential Guide to Passing The Transportation Civil PE ExamCEA Transportation PE Practice Problems PlaylistPE Civil Transportation Workbook100 Bonus Transportation Theory QuestionsAll-in-One PE Practice Exams: Breadth and Depth🖥️ PRACTICE EXAMS:Official NCEES PE Civil: Transportation Exam (Old Version)Official NCEES PE Civil: Transportation Exam (Newest Version)Transportation Depth Practice ExamsThe Ultimate Transportation PE ExamCivil PE Practice Exam: Transportation DepthTransportation Depth PE Civil Engineering ExamsCivil PE Practice Exam: Breadth + Transportation DepthPE CBT Exam Simulator📄 OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:April 2024 Changes to the PESchool of PE’s Transportation Guide Review VideoThe Importance of Practice Exams in Your Prep🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  How Clara Feitoza Passed the FE Exam Using Only Our Free Resources 26.08.2026 25dk

  What if you could pass the FE exam on your first try…totally on your own? Clara Feitoza did exactly that — and she says CEA played a huge role in helping her get there. Here’s how. 👇After nearly three years out of college, Clara had to juggle work, graduate school, and an insanely intense 2.5-month study plan. She listened to our podcast in every way she could and used the strategies she picked up from passing CEA students to build a game plan she could actually stick to.And boy, did she stick to it!Clara worked through more than 2,000 practice problems, took weekly practice exams (not a typo!), and used what she had to help her learn: AI tools as her “study buddy.”In this episode, she shares all the details of this journey. From the tips from past CEA students that worked perfectly for her, all the way to the lessons she had to learn herself while going through the process.If you’re taking the FE exam, there’s plenty here for you to steal and apply to your own prep to get this thing over with as soon as possible.Go check it out!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:How She Got into the Environmental Engineering World (And Why)What She Does Today as an Environmental Engineer in CanadaThe Washington Accord: Why the NCEES Exams Matter Even Outside of the USHer Insane Exam Prep Routine to Knock Out 1,000+ Problems Per Month (And Why)How Being a Curious Graduate Student Helped Her With the ExamThe Mind Trick That Made Her Feel at Easy Walking into the ExamWhat Made Her Panic a Bit Once the Exam Began That You Should Be Aware ofHow Confident She Walked Out of the Exam RoomHer Biggest Tip for Anyone Taking the FE ExamWhy She Recommends Civil Engineering Academy for Any Test-Taker Out There🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDClara's LinkedIn PostThe Washington Accord💬 CONNECT WITH CLARA:LinkedIn🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  From 4-Time Taker to Licensed PE: How Jennifer Caron Crushed the Construction Exam 20.08.2026 36dk

  Passing the PE is tough enough on its own. Now, throw being a first-time mom of a newborn with three failed past attempts into the mix, plus a job. That’s exactly where Jennifer Caron found herself. 👇After trying other review courses, she failed the exam twice. For the third time, she joined Civil Engineering Academy and, even though she had another failed try, this time was different.She reached out to us for guidance, we personally helped her rebuild her game plan, and she came back for the fourth (and final) round at the Construction PE Exam. 💪In this episode, she gets real about what it took throughout this journey to finally get this done. How she balanced studying with motherhood, what really matters in your studies that you have to commit to…all the way to what helped her pick herself up after three tries (and how).If you're a repeat taker working parent  feeling beaten down by this exam, Jennifer's story is one you’ll want to hear. And if you are also taking the Construction PE exam specifically, then her story is something you must listen.Go check it out wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Her Journey Into Civil Engineering as a Math TeacherWhy the Transition from Math to Civil Engineering Was Harder Than It SeemsHer Experience With the FE Exam as Math Teacher-EngineerWhat Pushed Her to Go for the PEWhy She Chose Civil Engineering Academy After Failing Twice Other CoursesHer Tips for All the Women Gearing up for the PE Exam as a MomThe One Thing About CEA That Made All the Difference in Her Prep The Only Right Way to Study for the PE (That She Learned the Hard Way)Does the Difficulty of the PE Exam Change From One Try to Another?The Role of Practice Exams in Your Studies..And Why Not All of Them are Worth ItThe Importance of a Support Group in Your PrepHer Crucial Tip for All the Repeat Takers Like Her to Get Over This ThingWhy the Construction PE is One of the Most Challenging ExamsHow AI Helped Her Get Familiar With All the Codes & Standards for the Construction PEA Small Quirk With the Codes on the Exam That Force You to Know Them Inside and OutHow Things are Like in the Test Center on Exam DayHer 2 Last-Second Tips for Anybody Prepping for the PE ExamWhy She Recommends Civil Engineering Academy to Every PE ExamineeWhat Does a Civil Engineer Working in Underground & Submarine Transmission Do?🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDMid-America Christian UniversityUniversity of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)Burns & McDonnell💬 CONNECT WITH JENNIFER:LinkedIn🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  2027 Structural PE Exam Shake-Up: What You Need to Know to Prepare 13.08.2026 15dk

  If you're planning to take the Civil PE Structural Exam in 2027, then this episode is a must-listen for you to stay on top of all the exam changes you’ll be dealing with on exam day. 👇In this one, we wrap up our 2027 PE exam specifications review series by taking a closer look at the Structural Exam. We compare the current specs with the new ones and break down what's actually changing — and what isn't. Just like it happened with the others, the exam content isn't getting flipped on its head (yet). But the required design standards are changing…and Structural had the most updates than any of the other exams when it comes to the codes. 😲So, if you’re planning to get over this hump in 2027 and finally get the PE license, no need to panic. We cover everything you’ll be getting into in this episode. 😉Go check it out, and don’t forget to share it with that friend or coworker who will be gearing up for this as well! 🎧🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Where to Find the New Specs for the Structural PE (+ Exam Info & Resources Recap)The Biggest Confusion With the New Specs: Why Does It Read "Effective 2024"?Will the Exam Format Change in 2027 With the New Specs?What's Changing in the Exam Content in 2027 — or is It?What's Really Changing in the Exam in 2027 Big Time!A Rundown of the Updated List of Standards for the 2027 ExamIs the Structural PE Exam the Most Code-Heavy?How We Can Help You Pass the Structural PE Exam🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:Civil PE Exam Page2024 Civil PE Structural Exam Specifications2027 Civil PE Structural Exam Specifications2027 Water Resources Specs Review Episode2027 Transportation Specs Review Episode2027 Construction Specs Review Episode2027 Geotechnical Specs Review EpisodeNCEES YouTube ChannelNCEES Video TutorialNCEES Exam Prep MaterialsNCEES ADA Accommodations Page🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  How to Find the Right Career Path (and the Right Job to Match It) With Jeff Perry 06.08.2026 31dk

  Ever wondered whether you're on the right career path for you — or if there's a better opportunity out there you just haven't found yet? 🤔 In both cases, figuring it out alone is overwhelming…and that’s when this week’s guest comes in.This week, we bring back Jeff Perry on the podcast. After years of helping engineers build intentional careers through his coaching, he’s expanded into the recruiting world — which allows him to help you one step further by finding you that purpose-based job.In this episode, he pulls back the curtain on the recruiter’s role in your career and clears up some of the biggest misconceptions engineers have about it. He also shares awesome practical insights on the importance of LinkedIn, career growth, and what employers are looking for today.So, whether you're actively job-hunting, thinking about making a pivot, or simply want to be more intentional with where your career is headed, this episode is packed with advice you cannot afford to miss.Go check it out! 🎧🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:A Brand-New Chapter for Him to Help You With Your Engineering CareerThe 2 Misconceptions Engineers Have About RecruitersThe Most Important Thing to Recruiters (for the Benefit of Companies & Candidates)Hidden Job Openings: The Superpower of Recruiters Most People OverlookWhen to Use a Recruiter vs. a Career CoachTechnical vs. Soft Skills: What Companies are Currently Valuing the MostThe Single Biggest Mistake Engineers Make When Trying to Advance Their CareersThe Only "Resume" You Need to Worry About to Get You the Best OpportunitiesA Real-Life Example of How to Demonstrate Your Specialty to Get Job OffersThe Hardest Part of the Recruiting World He Didn't Expect2 Career Lessons He Learned in His Evolution from Coaching to RecruitingHow a Relationship With a Recruiter Could Help You (Even If You Like Where You're at)What's the Biggest Red Flag on a Resume?LinkedIn: Good or Bad?Is Job-Hopping a Bad Thing?When Picking a New Company, Salary or Culture?Is It Better to Work Remotely, Hybrid, or in the Office?The One Interview Question Every Job Interview Should Ask?What an Intentional Engineer is (And How to Become One)🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDCEA Episode #104 (1st Episode With Jeff)CEA Episode #241 (2nd Episode With Jeff)💬 CONNECT WITH JEFF:LinkedInWebsiteCareers Launch Talent Group🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  Building an Engineering Career in the U.S. as a Pakistani Architect with Shahzaib Bangash 29.07.2026 31dk

  Are you an international engineer looking to build an engineering career in the US? 🤔 It may feel impossible, but our latest guest did it…and without any background in engineering whatsoever. 😲 👇This week, we sit down with Shahzaib Bangash, who left his Architecture career in Pakistan to build an Engineering career in the US. That’s when he first learned what becoming a PE in the US actually entails. 😅In this episode, he shares all the details of this journey. From working odd jobs to pay for his Master’s all the way to his experience passing the FE and PE exams after multiple attempts (with a baby on the way on each!)If you're an international professional chasing the American dream, this conversation is packed with proof that your background doesn't define where you end up…and practical advice for how to make it happen. 😉So, go check it out! And if you’re an American engineer who happens to know an international engineer working toward licensure in the U.S., be sure to share this one with them!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:His Journey from Architect in Pakistan to Professional Engineer in the USThe Licensure Process He Went Through as an International ProfessionalDo You Need to Prove Anything to Sit for the FE as an International Professional?The Most Important Lesson He Learned in His Prep to Pass the PEHow He Bounced Back After a Fail (And His Advice for You to Do the Same)The 2 Metrics That Show You're Ready to Take the FE ExamWhy the PE is a Completely Different Beast That Requires 100% of Your DedicationThe One Factor That Indicates Which Civil PE Exam You Should TakeThe Number One Thing You Need to Master for the PE Exam to Do Well on ItHow to Handle All the Codes for the PE Exam the Right WayHow He Passed 2 Civil Engineering Exams With No Background Education on It2 Challenges International Professionals Face Going to the USWhat His First US Engineering Job Taught Him (And He Recommends It to Everybody)The Best Moment to Take the PE Exam — And WhyHow the PE License Has Helped Him in His Career So FarHis Top Tip for Anyone Going Against the FE and PE ExamsWhy He Recommends Civil Engineering Academy's FE and PE Study Materials🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDNCDOT Transportation Engineering Associate (TEA) ProgramThe Green BookRoadside Design GuideHighway Capacity Manual (HCM)Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)North Carolina Department of TransportationMehran University of Engineering and TechnologyNorth Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University💬 CONNECT WITH SHAHZAIB:LinkedIn🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  2027 Geotech PE Exam Shake-Up: What You Need to Know to Prepare 24.07.2026 21dk

  If the Geotechnical PE Exam is on your radar for 2027, then this next episode in our walkthrough series on the upcoming 2027 NCEES specification updates is for you! 👇For this one, we dive into the geotechnical specifications and do what we did for the Water Resources, Transportation, and Construction exams — compare the current specs with the new one so you know exactly what's changing in 2027…and what isn't.The good news? 🤔The exam topics themselves have stayed the same. The real story is the updated codes and standards you'll need to be familiar with on exam day. So, if you’re planning to take the Geotech PE Exam next year, you’ll want to listen to this one to know what you’ll be up against — and how to prep for it. 💪🚨 REMINDER 🚨The official PDF document released by the NCEES for the 2027 specifications states that it’s effective 2024 for the exam content, and then that it’s effective 2027 when you scroll down to the codes and standards section. That’s correct! It means that the only thing they changed was the codes required — that’s why it reads “2027” — but the exam topics and content remain the same from the 2024 specs. Don’t let this technicality throw you off!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Where to Find the New Specs for the Geotech PE Exam (+ Exam Info Recap)How Much Does the PE Exam Cost? The Process to Apply for the PE Exam...And The Importance of Having the FE DoneHow the NCEES Goes About Updating the Specs Where to Find the Required Exam Resources (And How to Use Them on Exam Day)The NCEES Guide and Official Prep Materials for Test-TakersWhere to Apply for ADA Accommodations for the PE ExamWhere to Find the Latest Pass Rates on the Official ExamThe Biggest Confusion With the New Specs: Why Does It Read "Effective 2024"? What's Changing in the Exam Content in 2027 — or is It?What's Changing in the Design Standards for Geotech in 2027The Increase in the Number of Codes Over the Years (+ The Key to Handle Them All)🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:Our Civil PE CoursesOur Civil FE CourseCivil PE Exam Page2024 Civil PE Geotechnical Exam Specifications2027 Civil PE Geotechnical Exam Specifications2027 Water Resources Specs Review Episode2027 Transportation Specs Review Episode2027 Construction Specs Review EpisodeNCEES YouTube ChannelNCEES Video Tutorial on Searching the HandbookNCEES Examinee GuideNCEES Exam Prep MaterialsNCEES ADA Accommodations PageCEA Episode 250 (Nicole Hatfield on ADA Accommodations for the PE)🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  2027 Construction PE Exam Shake-Up: What You Need to Know to Prepare 16.07.2026 17dk

  Taking the Construction PE Exam? 🤔 Then check out this next episode in our series breaking down the upcoming 2027 NCEES specs for all civil PE exams. This time focused on Construction. 👇In this one, just like we did for the Water Resources and Transportation exams, we compare the current 2024 specs with the new ones effective April 2027 so you know exactly what's changing — and what isn't.The biggest surprise?The exam content is staying exactly the same. That’s right. No changes at all. The real shake-up, though, is in the codes and standards you'll need to know (and use!) on exam day.So, we walk you through everything in the news specs — and what each one of them means for your exam prep — to help you cut through the confusion, stay ahead of the changes, and walk into the exam room with confidence. 💪If you’re taking the Construction PE Exam, go give this one a listen. You’ll thank us later. 😉🚨 REMINDER 🚨The official PDF document released by the NCEES for the 2027 specifications states that it’s effective 2024 for the exam content, and then that it’s effective 2027 when you scroll down to the codes and standards section. That’s correct! It means that the only thing they changed was the codes required — that’s why it reads “2027” — but the exam topics and content remain the same from the 2024 specs. Don’t let this technicality throw you off!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:How the NCEES Goes About Updating the Specs (And It's Not as Bad as You Think)What's New for You If You're Taking the PE Construction Exam in 2027 Where to Find the New Specs for the Construction ExamThe Biggest Confusion With the New 2027 Specs Making People Go Crazy PE Exam Format RecapWill the Exam Content Change With the New 2027 Specifications?What's REALLY Changing in the Construction Exam...And Why You Need to KnowA Deep Dive into the New Codes and Standards Required for the Exam The Increase in the Number of Codes in the PE Exam Over the YearsHow We Can Help You If You Need to Pass the PEWill the PE Exam Change Again? Short Answer: DefinitelyWhat to Do If You Have Questions About the New 2027 Specs 🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:Our PE Construction Review CourseCivil PE Exam Page2024 Civil PE Construction Exam Specifications2027 Civil PE Construction Exam Specifications2027 Water Resources Specs Review Episode2027 Transportation Specs Review EpisodeCEA Episode 250 (Nicole Hatfield on ADA Accommodations for the PE)🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  America's Greatest Civil Engineering Marvels Throughout Its 250 Years 09.07.2026 35dk

  What do the Hoover Dam, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Interstate Highway System have in common? 🤔 Here it is. 👇They weren’t just projects to solve specific problems — they helped shape America into the huge, powerful country it is today! 🇺🇸And since America just turned 250 years old last Saturday, we thought it'd be fun to look back at some of these greatest civil engineering marvels that changed the nation's future for the better.Therefore, in this episode, Mark jumps back on the show to talk through the projects we believe had the biggest impact on the country's growth, economy, and everyday life.From connecting the East and West to bringing electricity to millions, you'll hear the stories behind these projects and why the civil engineers who worked on them have played such a huge role in building the America we know today. 😉So, go give this one a listen to learn more about the projects that built America over its 250 years…and let us know which other civil engineering marvels you would’ve added to the list. 👍🧠 Historical Projects Covered:The Transcontinental Railroad and Its Economic Impact (Till This Date!)The Ground-Breaking Brooklyn BridgeThe Impact of US Engineering Outside of the US With the Panama CanalThe Concrete Ingenuity of the Hoover DamThe Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge Next to the Hoover DamThe Innovation of the Golden Gate BridgeThe Role of the Tennessee Valley Authority to Electrify Rural AmericaRoosevelt's Rural Electrification Administration (REA)The Interstate Highway System That Connected AmericaThe Magnitude of the Apollo 11 Moon LandingCalifornia's Central Valley Project for Water Management🚨 OUR FOURTH OF JULY SALE IS LIVE! 🚨Discount: 25% OFF any review courseCode at Checkout: JULY42026Deadline: July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM MST🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  2027 Transportation PE Exam Shake-Up: What You Need to Know to Prepare 02.07.2026 15dk

  After diving into the new specs for the Water Resources PE, it’s time to do the same for the Transportation PE Exam and figure out what’s actually changing in 2027 if you’re taking this one. 👇The good news? You can breathe a little easier. 😅The exam itself isn't getting turned upside down (yet), but there are some important changes you need to know. Especially when it comes to the codes and standards you'll be expected to use on exam day — and there are quite a few of them! 😲Therefore, in this episode, we compare the current specifications with the new version going into effect in 2027, clear up some of the misunderstandings floating around online, and talk through what these updates really mean for your exam prep. If you listened to our Water Resources PE specs breakdown, this follows the exact same format — but, this time, it's all about Transportation.So, go give this one a listen if Transportation is your path and get ahead of the 2027 changes before they sneak up on you! 👍🚨 REMINDER 🚨The official PDF document released by the NCEES for the 2027 specifications states that it’s effective 2024 for the exam content, and then that it’s effective 2027 when you scroll down to the codes and standards section. That’s correct, and it really means that the only thing they changed was the codes required — that’s why it reads “2027” — but the exam topics and content remain the same from the 2024 specs. Don’t let this technicality throw you off!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Where to Find the New Specifications for the Transportation ExamWill the Format of the PE Exam Change With the Exam Specification Changes?How Much It Costs to Take the PE Exam?The Biggest Confusion With the New 2027 Specs Making People Go CrazyWhat Changed in the Exam Content With the New 2027 SpecificationsHow the Codes and Standards Will Change With the New SpecsHow the Search Function Works During the Exam That Forces You to Know the Codes What Pass Rates Reveal About the Transportation PE That's Never Happened BeforeHow We Can Help You on Your Journey to the PE LicenseThis Week's shoutouts to CEA students Who Passed Their Exams🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:PE Exam Overview Page2024 Civil PE Transportation Exam Specifications2027 Civil PE Transportation Exam SpecificationsNCEES Account PageNCEES YouTube ChannelCEA Episode 333 (The Latest FE & PE Exam Stats)CEA Episode 343 (New PE Water Resources Specs Review)Our PE Transportation Review CourseOur PE Transportation Practice ExamOur PE CBT Exam Simulator🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  The Top 18 Study Resources for the Construction PE Exam 18.06.2026 21dk

  Gearing up for the Construction PE Exam and wondering which materials are actually worth your money to get this done? 🤔 If yes, then here’s something you need to keep in mind. 👇Even though the exam is closed-book, using only the PE Civil Reference Handbook and codes listed in the specs won’t cut it! ❌With Construction having the lowest pass rates among all five Civil PE disciplines, you need a solid theory review, plenty of practice problems, and realistic exam simulations if you want to get this over with.So, in this episode, we decided to share our hand-picked list of the top 18 study resources for the Construction PE Exam that you can choose from based on what works for you.Go give it a listen to find out the resources that can help you get over this thing once and for all! 😉🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:The 3 Main Categories of Any Good Exam Prep5 Resources to Brush Up on the Theory6 Books That Give You Almost 500 Problems to Practice With7 Realistic Practice Exams for You to Simulate the Real DealHow to Approach Problem-Solving the Right Way When Studying for the PEHow to Take Practice Exams Effectively When Prepping📖 THEORY REVIEW:PE Civil Reference ManualConstruction Depth Reference ManualPE Civil Exam Review Guide: ConstructionAll-in-One PE Civil Exam Guide: Breadth and DepthConstruction Methods and Management✍️ PRACTICE PROBLEMS:PE Civil Practice ProblemsSix-Minute Solutions: Construction Depth ProblemsPE Civil Construction WorkbookConstruction Practice Problems for the PE Civil Exam100 Bonus Construction Theory QuestionsAll-in-One PE Civil Practice Exams🖥️ PRACTICE EXAMS:NCEES PE Civil Construction Practice ExamConstruction Depth Practice ExamsConstruction Depth PE Civil Engineering ExamsThe Ultimate Construction PE ExamConstruction Depth Practice Exam and Assessment GuidePractice Exam for the Civil PE: Breadth + Construction DepthPE CBT Exam Simulator📄 OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED:Best Exam Prep Resources for the Water Resources PE ExamPE Civil Reference Manual ReviewPE Civil Construction Exam Review Guide ReviewThe Importance of Practice Exams to Your Prep🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  2027 Water Resources PE Exam Shake-Up: What You Need to Know to Prepare 18.06.2026 12dk

  Have you heard the Water Resources PE Exam is changing in 2027 and are now wondering if it’s time to panic already? 😅 Don’t worry — you can put the paper bag away because we did the work for you. 👇In this episode, we do a deep dive into the new exam specifications effective in April 2027!We break down exactly what's changing, what's staying the same, and why a lot of engineers are making this update seem way scarier than it is. Really.While the exam content itself hasn't been turned completely upside down (yet), there is one HUGE change that you need to have on your radar if you’re planning to take the Water Resources PE Exam.This single change signals an important shift in how you'll need to approach your exam prep moving forward, especially when it comes to the resources you'll have available on exam day.So, if the 2027 specifications have been floating around your LinkedIn feed, study group, or office conversations, this episode will help you separate fact from fiction and keep your prep pointed in the right direction. 😉Go check it out!🚨 REMINDER 🚨There is a typo in the official PDF document released by the NCEES for the 2027 specifications that states it’s “effective 2024.” However, that’s not the case. The actual exam content and the new codes and standards listed in that document are still valid beginning 2027. So don't let the typo throw you off!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Where to Find the New Specifications for the Water Resources ExamThe Biggest Misunderstanding With the New Specs Making People Go CrazyHow Much Has the Specs Changed When Comparing the Two?What Really Changed in the New Specs Effective in 2027 (And It's BIG!)The Surprising Trend With the Water Resources PE Exam And How to Deal With ItHow to Get to Know the Exam Experience Before the Real DealWhat Are Your Thoughts on the New Specs?What This New Specs Will Do to Water Resources Test-Takers and Its High Pass Rates🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:2024 Civil PE Water Resources Exam Specifications2027 Civil PE Water Resources Exam SpecificationsCEA PE CBT Exam SimulatorCEA Civil PE Water Resources Course🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  PE Civil Structural Exam vs PE Structural Exam: Why Engineers Are Confused 11.06.2026 12dk

  Ever found yourself staring at the NCEES website wondering why there seems to be two exams for Structural Engineering folks — the PE Civil: Structural Exam and the PE Structural Exam? 🤔You're definitely not alone! This is one of the most common points of confusion for structural engineers. In fact, just some time ago, one of our own students emailed us asking if they were supposed to use the PE Structural Engineering Reference Handbook for the PE Exam. Hint: the answer is no!While their names and reference materials may sound almost identical, they're completely different exams built completely differently.That’s when we knew we needed to talk about this!In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the differences between the PE Civil: Structural Exam and the PE Structural Exam (better known by many as the SE Exam).We break down where the confusion comes from, why so many engineers mix these exams up, and how to determine which path makes the most sense for your goals. By the end, you'll have a much clearer picture of what's what and where you fit into it…so you can cut through the noise and avoid heading down the wrong road. So, if you've ever scratched your head over the PE Structural vs. SE exam conversation, go give this quick episode a listen and let's put an end to this dilemma once and for all. 😉🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:The Big Thing That Happened in 2024 That Caused This ConfusionWhy People Get Confused About These 2 Exam on the NCEES WebsiteThe Difference Between the PE Civil: Structural Exam and the PE Structural ExamThe Specifications and the Basics of the PE Structural ExamWhich One is Designed for Those in the Structural Engineering World3 Pieces of Advice for You to Decide Which One You Need (Or Both)🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:PE Civil: Structural Exam PagePE Structural Exam Page🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOU:The Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSES:Civil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CoursesFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMS:FE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Management Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEA!WebsiteNewsletterFree CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  Motherhood, a Career Break, and Passing the PE Exam With Anellise Deters 04.06.2026 39dk

  Imagine this: you step away from civil engineering for years to raise your kids, and then come back to the profession and have to pull off one of the biggest achievements in everybody’s career right off the bat? 🤔That's exactly the road Anellise Deters traveled on her way to becoming a licensed PE. And there’s more — she did that all while being a mother of three kids!Exactly. I reacted the same way: What the heck?! 😯In this episode, she dives into this exact journey, sharing the lessons, tips, and resources she learned the hard way as she prepped for the Water Resources PE exam, picked herself up after a first failed attempt, and got it done on the second try.Yes. It wasn’t smooth sailing at all. But as she also dives into the opportunities that opened up for her after earning those two letters next to her name, you’ll see why it’s totally worth “the trouble.” 😉If you've ever wondered whether you've been out of civil engineering for too long, don't have enough time to study because of family, or can’t bounce back after a failed attempt…this interview is 100% for you.Period. Go check it out!🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:Her Journey Going into Civil Engineering, Out of It, and Now Back into ItWhy She Wanted the PE LicenseWhat Actually Made Her Go for the PE After Coming Back into the IndustryHow She Balanced Family With Studying for the PEIs the PE License More Heavily Demanded in the Public or Private Sector?How She Found Civil Engineering Academy (and Went for It!) What She Enjoyed the Most About The Ultimate Civil PE Review CourseHer Top 2 Tips for Anyone Prepping for the PE Exam, If You Want to PassHow She Picked Herself Up from a Failed Attempt...And You Can, TooShould You Really Wait Years to Take the PE? Here's Why the Answer is No.The Maximum Number of Questions You Can Blind-Guess on the PEWere There a Lot of Theory Questions on the PE Exam?Was She Satisfied With the Student Support at CEA?Why She Took the Water Resources Exam...Without Ever Working in Water Resources How She Handled All the Codes for the PE (With Some Help from AI) How Much Time is Enough to Let Emotions Settle After a Fail And Get Back to Study?When is the Best Time to Take the PE in Any of the Testing Windows?What to Do After You Find Out You FailedThe Doors the PE License Opened for HerThe Non-Studying Tip She Learned the Hard Way That You Need to Live By Does She Recommend Civil Engineering Academy?🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDOur PE Review Course100 Bonus Water Resources Theory Questions500-Problem PE Civil Water Resources BookCEA Podcast Ep 300 (Switching Exams After a Fail?)New 2027 PE Exam SpecificationsUSA Employment WebsiteBureau of ReclamationIMEGUtah State UniversityChatGPT💬 CONNECT WITH ANELLISELinkedIn🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  The Top 14 Study Materials for the Water Resources PE Exam 28.05.2026 19dk

  Picking your study materials for the Water Resources PE exam is like going down a rabbit hole. 😵‍💫 Everybody swears by a different resource and, before you know it, you’ve got 30+ options and no clue where to even start.That’s exactly why we put this episode together!In this one, we break down our top picks for PE Water Resources study materials for each one of the three main aspects of any good exam prep. This list is based on our own journey and what we’ve heard from our students for more than a decade now about the resources that worked and helped them cross the finish line.If you’ve been overwhelmed trying to figure out which study resources to get to prepare for the Water resources PE Exam, this episode narrows down your options and gives you a hand-picked stack to choose from.No matter which ones you choose out of that stack, they will move the needle forward for you. 😉So, go give this episode a listen to learn what these battle-tested, proven materials are!🧠 IN THIS EPISODE:The 3 Aspects of Any Good Exam PrepThe Top 4 Study Materials  to Brush up on TheoryThe 5 Best Practice Problem Books to Get Sample Questions From5 Realistic Practice Exams to Simulate the Real Deal3 Things You Need to Know About Any Resource You Get📖 THEORY REVIEW:PE Civil Water Resources and Environmental Review ManualWater Resources and Environmental Depth Reference ManualWater Resources and Environmental Depth Practice Exams and Study GuidePE All-in-One Exam Guide: Breadth and Depth✍️ PRACTICE PROBLEMS:PE Civil Practice ProblemsSix-Minute Solutions for the Civil PE Water Resources and Environmental Depth ExamWater Resources Practice ProblemsAll-in-One Civil Engineering PE Practice Exams: Breadth and Depth100 Bonus Water Resources Theory Questions🖥️ PRACTICE EXAMS:NCEES PE Civil Water Resources & Environmental Practice ExamWater Resources and Environmental Depth Practice ExamsPractice Exam for the Civil PE Exam: Breadth + Water Resources DepthThe Ultimate Water Resources PE Exam (PDF)The Ultimate Water Resources PE Exam (Paperback)The Ultimate PE CBT Exam Simulator🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  A Deep Dive into the World of Land Development With Jason Cheramie, PE 21.05.2026 30dk

  Ever wondered what civil engineers working in land development actually do? 🤔 That’s a possible career path most civil engineers never hear about…until now! 👇For this episode, land development & stormwater management specialist Jason Cherami, PE, jumps on the show to break down the career path that turns raw land into functional spaces for both residential and commercial uses.In this episode, we talk about all things land development. From what the work looks like, the pain of getting permits, the pressure that comes after construction kicks off…all the way to the skills and certifications civil engineers need to succeed in the field. 👍If you’re curious about this branch of civil engineering — or thinking about jumping into it yourself — there’s a ton of practical insight packed into this conversation that can supercharge your path (and growth) into land development. 🔥So, go give this one a listen! 🎧🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:What a Career in Land Development is Like and What You DoThe Critical Skill for a Good Career in Land DevelopmentThe Biggest Issue That Makes Land Development Difficult (And Why)The Software Tools You Need to Learn to Get a Leg Up in Land DevelopmentThe ONE Thing Young Land Development Professionals Need to Take to HeartHis Biggest Lesson Learned That Land Development Folks Need to Live ByThe Top 3 Factors in Any Land Development Project (in the Right Order of Importance!)The Groups of People You Work With When You're in Land DevelopmentThe Responsibility of the Land Development Professional After Construction BeginsThe Tech Advancements in Land Development (And the Problem With Using Them)What Certifications Do Land Development Professionals Need?His Experience With the FE and PE Exams in North CarolinaAI Advancements in Land Development…and Why It'll Never Replace the People in ItHis Most Important Piece of Advice for the Younger Generation of Engineers🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDStormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs)AutoCADGISYouTubeChatGPTCivil 3DMicrosoft ExcelBentley SoftwareBentley OpenRoadsNorth Carolina State University💬 CONNECT WITH [email protected]🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Training WorkbookFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]
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  How Top AEC Firms Are Using AI Today With Bhragan Paramanantham 15.05.2026 30dk

  You've probably been hearing all the AI buzz in civil engineering over and over again. A new tool here. A possible new use there. But how is all the new tech being actually implemented at AEC firms? 🤔That’s why this episode with Bhragan Paramanantham is so enlightening! He started as a civil engineer out in the field doing normal, day-to-day tasks while asking himself “There’s gotta be a better way to do this.” That curiosity eventually pulled him into the world of innovation and tech in the AEC industry…and he’s been at the thick of it ever since, helping companies roll out AI adoption and training at scale! 😲In this episode he dives deep into all the uses (and risks) of AI in the AEC industry based on his own experience as the Innovation Advisor at AECOM and his current role at an accelerator for AEC-focused startups.If you’ve been putting this whole AI thing on the back burner, you’re already getting behind. This episode is a must-listen to stay ahead of the curve with AI and construction tech. 👍🧠 TUNE IN TO LEARN:The Struggles of Being in a Tech Role in the AEC IndustryDoes AI Really Put Civil Engineers' Jobs a Risk?The Simplest Way Civil Engineers Can Start Learning How to Use AIHow AEC Firms Can Start Using AI (+ Case Studies to Get Your Firm Going)His Current Work With the "YCombinator for AEC-Focused Startups"His Experience at AECOM as the Innovation Advisor to Kickoff Its AI Training ProgramThe 2 Biggest Barriers to AI Adoption in AEC (And How to Solve Them)What the AEC Industry Looks Like 5-10 Years from Now With AIHis Favorite AI Tool You Can Use Too (and It's Not ChatGPT)What He's Most Excited About in the AEC World TodayThe Engineering Buyout: Are AEC Firms Becoming AI Firms (And Why)?How AI Will Slide into the Civil Engineer's Work, Not Replace ItHow to Dive into Construction Tech🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONEDLast Week in ConTech NewsletterChatGPTClaude CoworkOpenClawConsigliAECOM Acquisition of ConsigliFormwork LabsBrick & Mortar VenturesAECOMWSPAutodesk💬 CONNECT WITH BHRAGANLinkedInHis Newsletter🎁 OUR FREEBIES FOR YOUThe Civil FE Startup GuideThe Civil PE Startup GuideFREE Floodplain Manager Course Module🖥️ OUR REVIEW COURSESCivil FE Review CourseCivil PE Review CourseFloodplain Manager Review Course📚 OUR PRACTICE EXAMSFE Practice ExamsFE CBT Exam SimulatorPE Bonus Theory QuestionsPE Practice ExamsPE CBT Exam SimulatorFloodplain Manager Practice ExamFE Environmental Practice ExamPE Environmental Practice Exam📱 CONNECT WITH CEAWebsiteNewsletterFREE CEA CommunityLinkedInYouTube [email protected]