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Jul 1976
Changing Responsibilities of the Professional Engineer in Public Works
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Volume 102, Issue 3
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Public works as a subject covers planning, well as construction. Professional engineers in public works must broaden their base of knowledge to participate in complex social decisions. Value engineering and innovation are a key to meeting today's demands. Waste, pollution, and concern for the environment are growing public problems. For the engineer to continue work and deal successfully with critics, leadership and communication are vital. Motivation of skilled people to be creative and to innovate is a high priority need. Value engineering practice to establish goals and to reward results is a sound policy in public works. The news media, legislators, voters organizations, and other sectors of society are becoming an increasing force in the development of public works programs.
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Engineering Issues: Journal of Professional Activities
Volume 102 • Issue 3 • July 1976
Pages: 345 - 349
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© 1976 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: Jul 1976
Published online: Feb 10, 2021
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James L. Ogilvie, M.ASCE
Secretary-Mgr., Denver Board of Water Commissioners, Denver, Colo.
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