Engineering With Heart: Purpose, People and the Path Forward at Lamp Rynearson

How do you build infrastructure that lasts—and communities that thrive? Lamp Rynearson CEO Dave MacIver joins host Allison Schneider on ACEC’s Engineering Influence to unpack people-first leadership, trust, and values-driven growth in the AEC industry.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

The small, consistent actions that create long-term legacy

Why “engineering for impact” starts with people, not projects

How emotional intelligence (EQ) fuels better technical outcomes

Practical ways to cultivate trust—inside firms and with communities

What sustainable, values-based growth looks like in today’s market