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Category Archives: Civil Engineering

Connecting With Future AEC Professionals

Westlake recently had the opportunity to host thirty students from Portland Community College’s Civil & Construction Engineering Technology program at our Tigard, Oregon offices. Our team came away energized and excited by students’ insightful questions and enthusiasm about the career path they’d chosen. First year students attended overview sessions about Land Use Planning, Civil Engineering, ... Continue Reading

Governor Tina Kotek Signs Landmark Middle Housing Legislation at Century Commons

On July 28, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek visited Century Commons, a new 18-unit affordable housing development in Hillsboro built by Habitat for Humanity-Portland Region, to sign into law five bills aimed at boosting Oregon’s supply of “middle housing.” These new laws are designed to accelerate the construction of housing types such as duplexes, triplexes, townhomes, ... Continue Reading

Professional Development Lunch & Learns: A Mid-Year Reflection

As we reach the midpoint of the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible Lunch and Learn sessions we’ve hosted so far. These monthly gatherings have become a fundamental part of our Westlake culture, bringing together collaboration and community over a shared lunch. Each session has featured insights from both industry leaders ... Continue Reading

Celebrating a Year of Achievements and Community

It was a lot of fun looking back at all we accomplished last year.  We donated to important causes, we celebrated professional development milestones, we said goodbye to colleagues, and we welcomed new ones. Our core values of teamwork, a passion for excellence, technological innovations, and life-work balance were on display throughout the year.  Westlake ... Continue Reading

Erosion Control Impacts Our Community

This week, I had the opportunity to visit several construction sites where WCI is providing erosion control monitoring services. As part of the Marketing team, I’m always encouraged to visit project sites to capture photos, share exciting updates, and highlight the amazing companies we collaborate with. However, yesterday’s visit was all about gaining a deeper ... Continue Reading

Inspiring The Next Generation – Summer Internship Program 2024

Westlake Consultants is committed to nurturing the next generation of engineers, surveyors, and industry professionals through our annual summer internship program. Each year, we welcome a group of talented students who bring fresh perspectives and energy to our firm. This summer, Westlake was thrilled to offer four college internships in our Engineering, 3D/Industrial Measurement, and ... Continue Reading

Westlake Consultants Is Turning 40

Westlake is gearing up to celebrate our 40th anniversary this August. As the firm prepares to reach this milestone, we thought it would be fun to look back on the company’s history, and some local history around WCI’s year of incorporation, 1983. At its time of incorporation by founding Principals Judi Haney and Len Schelsky, land ... Continue Reading

Thank Your Mentor Day

This year, Thank Your Mentor Day falls on Saturday, January 21st. This is a great opportunity to show your appreciation for all the mentors in your life, both personal and professional. This day is especially impactful in the AEC business, as experiential knowledge and leadership skills being passed to younger generations ensures a thriving future. ... Continue Reading

Westlake Employee Scott Zelenka’s “Infrastructure Around the World” Presentation

On Tuesday October 11th, Westlake’s Scott Zelenka, PE gave a ‘lunch and learn’ presentation called “Infrastructure Around The World,” covering his global travels this past year. With his family in tow, Scott traveled for ten months from Portland, to Western Europe, through Turkey and Egypt, eventually ending up in Southeast Asia. The Zelenkas departed on ... Continue Reading