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Among one of the greatest technical challenges in many projects is the preparation of the site infrastructure to support the planned new building improvements.  This precursor to the vertical construction phase is termed “Make Ready” and is the first phase of any major new facility installation or expansion. The Make Ready phase may involve developing new power, gas, water, sewer, or information technology infrastructure and often requires the rerouting of…

I asked Sacha how she become interested in AIA?  This is what she shared . . . I initially got involved with AIA through their student organization, AIAS (American Institute of Architecture Students). I was involved in the AIAS – Arizona chapter for 3 years; my first year I was a general member and wanted to see what opportunities the organization would provide. During that time, I went to the…

Donna Mertes, PE, Civil Engineering Department Manager, is our 2020 GLHN’s Employee Owner of the Year. Each year GLHN recognizes an employee-owner who demonstrates our corporate values. Selected by her fellow employee-owners; Donna represents GLHN’s motto of “Our Success Comes from Helping Others Succeed”.  Her attitude, efforts and daily practices promote the collaboration of our integrated architectural engineering team, directly impacting our bottom line.   Donna is a great ambassador…