Leading engineering and public works associations, professional societies, trade associations, and academic institutions have united to address the workforce shortage, enhance recruitment and retention, and nurture the next generation of talent.
According to a press release, the Engineering Workforce Consortium was formed following a summit organized by the American Council of Engineering Companies, the American Public Works Association, and the American Society of Civil Engineers.
The mission of the Engineering Workforce Consortium focuses on attracting new engineering talent, retaining the existing workforce in engineering and public works, and advocating for industry growth and sustainability.
The consortium leads a collaborative effort to engage, retain, and empower the upcoming generation of engineering and public works professionals.
Gary Raba, chief growth officer of Raba Kistner, Inc. and board chair for the American Council of Engineering Companies, highlighted the consortium’s importance:
“The talent war and shortage of skilled professionals in public works and engineering are challenges we all face. The consortium provides a unified platform for exchanging best practices, leveraging collective strengths, and tackling the workforce crisis directly.”
The Engineering Workforce Consortium consists of a diverse array of groups committed to addressing the workforce shortage in engineering and public works.
“Many public works departments across North America have unfilled job openings, leading to delays in projects due to the workforce shortage,” said Dominick Longobardi, president of the American Public Works Association. “We are pleased to be part of the consortium, as its collective voice will improve hiring and better equip us to meet the goals of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.”
The Engineering Workforce Consortium represents a pivotal step towards fortifying the engineering and public works sectors for the future.
Marsia Geldert-Murphey, past president of the American Society of Civil Engineers, stated, “The workforce crisis affecting the engineering and public works communities is hindering the impact of landmark federal infrastructure legislation and impeding community development at a critical time. Our three organizations are dedicated to developing a wide range of strategies to tackle this issue so that the public can appreciate the significant benefits of careers in these fields. This Consortium will motivate infrastructure leaders to share and curate these strategies moving forward.”
Together, these industry leaders are committed to nurturing talent, retaining expertise, and driving growth in STEM careers to meet the evolving demands of infrastructure development.
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