BIM, or Building Information Modeling, is a software that helps to generate 3D representations of physical structures and their individual characteristics. The software is commonly used in architecture and construction, as the two sectors primarily... (Read More)

Structural engineering is one of the main sectors within the engineering industry and has been in use since the advent of civilization. The concept involves analyzing and designing structures such as buildings, bridges, towers and other types of... (Read More)

Civil engineering, as it stands alone, is a broad subject and involves multiple sectors. The meticulous role of a civil engineer is crucial in varying ways, including the construction of buildings, highways, dams and tunnels. Consulting and contract... (Read More)

Climate change is affecting the world in a number of different ways. Today’s landscape architects are adapting to the impacts, helping to protect the built environment against the increasing numbers and intensity of extreme events. The American... (Read More)

At McNeil Engineering, we’ve been using LIDAR laser scanning as a tool for civil engineering, structural engineering, surveying and building modeling for years. One of the most interesting uses was scanning the Book Cliffs in eastern Utah in a... (Read More)

Civil engineering is almost always involves a challenge of one kind or another. Every construction project presents unique issues or problems — complications at the site, the ground, the surrounding buildings and the people who will use the... (Read More)

Construction projects don’t stop just because winter comes every year. But winter does pose special challenges for construction crews. This means that construction managers and administrators need to prepare and take special steps to ensure safety... (Read More)

[caption id="attachment_575536" align="alignleft" width="300"] For the roof rebuild at Camp Shawnee's main lodge in Liberty, Utah, we chose a design that combined new materials with the rustic look of the existing building.[/caption] It’s... (Read More)

[caption id="attachment_575526" align="alignright" width="300"] Abravanel Hall concert space in Salt Lake City, where we designed a retaining wall, created the erosion control plan, designed the storm water collection system, and completed the... (Read More)