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Eng i nee r i ng And Cons t ruc t i on Getting In OnThe Ground Floor American Council of Engineering Companies www.acec.org A federation of 52 state and regional councils that represent more than 600,000 engineers, architects, land surveyors and other specialists. Key Issues For ACEC • A national infrastructure plan • Tax reform • FAA reauthorization • Water infrastructure Associated General Contractors www.agc.org The leading association for the construction industry, representing more than 26,000 firms—including more than 6,500 of the nation’s leading general contractors and more than 9,000 specialty contracting firms—and supporting more than 10,500 service providers and suppliers through a nationwide network of chapters. Key Issues For AGC • Construction law • Labor and human resources • Risk management • Safety and health • Workforce development • Technology National Academy of Engineering www.nae.edu A private, independent nonprofit institution that provides engineering leadership in service to the nation by promoting a vibrant profession and engaging subject-matter experts to provide independent advice to the federal government on engineering and technology matters. Key Issues For NAE • Competitiveness • Diversity and inclusion • Education • Ethics National Society of Professional Engineers www.nspe.org A national organization committed to addressing the professional concerns of licensed Professional Engineers (PEs) across all disciplines. Key Issues For NSPE • Threats to professional licensure • Qualifications-based selection of engineering services • Autonomous vehicles Cold days on construction sites are a little less bracing for teams that wear the DICKIES men’s thermal lined hooded jacket. The 80/20 cotton-poly fleece jacket is lined with 60/40 cotton poly thermal knit fabric, and the three-piece hood has a matching self liner. Handwarmer pockets, and ribbed cuffs and a waistband keep biting winds at bay. Choose from ash gray, black or dark navy in sizes S to 5X. Heritage Sportswear / PPAI 177353 www.heritagesportswear.com The Clique Malmo Tactical Snagproof Polo has style and function for the hardest working clients. The 100 percent polyester polo is made of snagproof fabric that meets IL50 certification standards and comes in men’s and women’s companion styles. Tactical features include integrated mic loops at the shoulder and chest, and two slots at the left sleeve for pens. Choose from six colors in sizes XS to 5XL. Cutter & Buck / PPAI 196156 / www.cbcorporate.com 38 | JULY 2018 | GROW