Do you remember your first job? Was it overwhelming? Maybe you did not have all the information to make you decision? Many students may not be aware of the exciting opportunities in the Natural Resources consulting field. Mr. Brad Marler of AllenES gave an informative and engaging lecture about career opportunities in Natural Resources consulting to the environmental assessment class at Mississippi State University.
On February 9, 2021, Rick Sumrall, P.E. of AllenES held a live webinar discussing the recently Issued Industrial Storm Water General Permit. This is the first seminar in the yearlong Environmental Seminar Series AllenES has planned for 2021. Another example of using technology to benefit our clients.
AllenES and Volkert are proud of the completed Wolf Bay Watershed Plan developed for the Mobile Bay National Estuary Program. The plan identifies specific and achievable measures to restore, protect, conserve, and preserve features of the Wolf Bay, which is an Outstanding Alabama Water and its Watershed. For more details, please visit http://mobilebaynep.com/news/wolf_bay_watershed_management_plan_completion.
Depicted below is AllenES’ field inspection of the construction of a perimeter access road at solid waste management facility in northeast Mississippi.
AllenES is utilizing 10-point passive gas samplers in order to determine the effectiveness of Phytoremediation techniques used as a remedial strategy on groundwater contamination.
Phytoremediation is the use of living plants for in situ remediation of contaminated groundwater and soil and can provide cost effective alternatives to traditional methods.
To recap a success in 2020, AllenES oversaw construction of the first new Mississippi municipal landfill in years.
The landfill is located in Marshall County, Mississippi.
The American Planning Association (APA) is promoting the use of drone technology to assist local planners in gaining a better understanding of the communities and environments in which they work.
AllenES has a Licensed and Certified Drone Operator on staff to assist you with your planning needs.
To understand how drone technology can be incorporated into planning projects, visit https://www.planning.org/blog/9208901/incorporating-drones-into-planning-practice/.
The Partners of Allen Engineering and Science appreciate the hard work and dedication of our engineers, scientists, construction managers, designers, planners, and administrative staff.
Job well done in 2020!
Partners include:
Front Row from Left to Right: Brad Young, CWB; Jeff Allen, P.E.; Melissa Pringle, Ph.D.; and John Ryan, P.G.
Back Row from Left to Right: Michael Hohm, P.E.; Jay Estes, ACIP; John Bourgeois, P.E.; and Andrew Covington, P.E.
We wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday season!
AllenES holds monthly Power Luncheons where the incredible female leaders of AllenES come together to share their wisdom, experiences, and perspectives ranging from engineering to accounting. Our female leaders continually bolster our capabilities and enhance the services we provide to our valued clients. Through their insightful discussions and collaborative spirit, we strengthen our commitment to excellence and innovation.
AllenES’ Senior Principal Planner, Jay Estes, AICP, participated in a Nature-Based Solutions for Coastal Hazards Workshop hosted by Weeks Bay NERR, NOAA’s Office of Coastal Management, Mississippi State University, Mobile Bay NEP, and The Nature Conservancy. The interactive, hands-on workshop provided participants with the opportunity to learn more about applying natural solutions to assist in mitigating the impacts of natural hazards.
AllenES is a member of the Gulf of Mexico Alliance (GOMA) Business Advisory Committee. Dr. Melissa Pringle enjoyed joining the webinar hosted by Jeff Keenum, Environmental Advisor/EHP Office/FEMA Region 4. His insightful presentation covered the “Partial Implementation of the Federal Flood Risk Management Standard.”
Owen McIntosh attended the Madison County Business League & Foundation (MCBL&F) Young Professionals Spring Connections.
Amber Coeur, CEO/Entrepreneur, outlined strategies to optimize alignment with our core values in daily life to enhance mental health and foster mental well-being by merging personal and professional aspirations.
AllenES was proud to serve as a sponsor for the AL Soil and Water Conservation Society Annual Meeting this spring.
The meeting included informative presentations regarding water quality and coastal management challenges in addition to conducting project site visits to see first-hand engineered solutions being constructed.
Dr. Melissa Pringle and Owen McIntosh attended the Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) Annual Meeting to explore AI’s impact on businesses and its potential in local MS communities.
Mr. Owen McIntosh and Dr. Melissa Pringle represented AllenES at the Madison County League and Legislature Luncheon in March.
Speaker of the House, Jason White, served as the keynote presenter.
AllenES Senior Principal Planner Jay Estes, AICP presented the City of Foley, Alabama’s Resilient Housing Plan during session of the Coastal Community Resilience Working Group at the Gulf of Mexico Alliance 2024 GOMCON Conference.
The presentation was one of four concurrent sessions focused on resilient housing issues in the Gulf of Mexico Region.
AllenES attended spring 2024 career fairs and is actively recruiting. Please send resumes to mpringle@allenes.com
AllenES enjoyed participating in the MEDC Legislative Conference in February.
It was a wonderful two days kicking off with Governor Haley Barbour serving as keynote speaker on Day One and wrapping up with Governor Tate Reeves as keynote speaker of the Awards Luncheon on Day Two.
Hats off to MEDC for a job well done!
Pictured: Governor, Haley Barbour; Executive Director of MEDC; Jeff Rent, President of MEDC Board; and Lori Watts, Secretary/Treasurer of MEDC Board
