Recalling limited facetime with C-suite executives as a young engineer, the now CEO of the engineer's North America business told ENR conference attendees that he welcomed emerging professional feedback "as a key part of being a good leader.”

Gathered in a city populated by master musicians and chefs, ENR’s third-annual Top Young Professionals conference attendees absorbed another kind of expertise in New Orleans March 9-10.

The region’s brightest young leaders are not only standouts at their respective firms, they also share their skills broadly.

With an eye toward shaping the future of construction, the region’s top young leaders are contributing to their firms, mentoring colleagues and working to improve their communities.

These stars from the West Coast construction sector made a bright impression on ENR California & Northwest’s judges thanks to their passion for innovation and their dedication to their communities.

This group of 20 architects, engineers, project managers, marketers and entrepreneurs is leading the way for the next generation of AEC industry professionals.

The AEC industry’s next generation of leaders are strengthening their areas of expertise both at the office and in the community.

Emerging leaders in design and construction not only chart their own path to success, they help others to succeed. Their engineering feats and mastery of cutting-edge technology allow these standouts to shape the industry’s future.

This year’s up-and-comers have the technical and leadership skills and community spirit needed to help drive the industry forward.

The AEC industry’s next generation of leaders are strengthening their areas of expertise both at the office and in the community.