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Beneath Our Feet: Unveiling the Basics of Concrete Pipe & Boxes
January 30 @ 8:00 am - 8:55 am CST
Location: Frisco 1
Speaker: Jennifer Harrell, P.E., ENV SP – American Concrete Pipe Association
Presentation Description:
Intrigued by the silent champions shaping our urban landscape? Embark on a user-friendly exploration of concrete pipes and boxes, the often-overlooked backbone of city infrastructure. This presentation is designed to engage not only the non-technical enthusiast but also provides valuable insights for professionals in the concrete pipe and box manufacturing industry, including those involved in installation, inspection, and even those just starting in the technical field. Whether you’re seasoned in the industry or just beginning your technical journey, navigating the challenges of discussing and explaining technical details without a specialized background can be daunting. No technical degree required—just your curiosity and questions! Let’s uncover the unsung heroes together, contributing to the seamless functioning of our communities.
Speaker Bio:
Jennifer is the Central Region Engineer for the American Concrete Pipe Association. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Civil Engineering from The University of Kansas and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the state of Kansas. As a Region Engineer with the American Concrete Pipe Association, she assists & supports the states’ of Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana Department of Transportation officials, and other public & private stakeholders in meeting their critical infrastructure needs. Jennifer’s focus is on asset management, specification consultation, technical training, grassroot efforts, and infrastructure installation best-practices for reinforced concrete pipe and boxes. Jennifer worked in municipal government for 12 years as a Hydraulics Engineer and a Project Manager. Jennifer has more than 23 years of experience in all aspects of civil engineering, project planning and management. Her expertise in asset management and municipal planning includes research and analysis, budgeting, contract management, specification writing, QA/QC, inspection, construction, operation and maintenance of infrastructure projects. Her background encompasses work in public and private sectors as well as manufacturing.
