After 34 years, William Ibbs is retiring as professor of construction management from U.C. Berkeley. His groundbreaking research into the subject of project change and its impact on labor productivity influenced professional practice and set a standard that helps parties resolve disputes. He will continue to chair The Ibbs Consulting Group, which provides advisory services to owners and contractors.
Alan Merrett joined HNTB Corp. as associate vice president and project director in the firm’s Los Angeles office. He will serve as deputy construction manager for the I-10 Express Lanes project for the San Bernardino County Transportation Authority. Merrett has more than 30 years of experience in the transportation industry and has served as a project construction manager on large rail, aviation and highway infrastructure projects.