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PWGC named one of top civil engineering firms to work for in 2011

According to ZweigWhite, P.W. Grosser Consulting was named one of the top thirty-five in "CE News Best Civil Engineering Firms To Work For 2011." Coming in strong again for the second year at number 7, PWGC's founder Dr. Paul Grosser, PE takes pride in stating "I am delighted to see the company excel during this tough economic environment." Since inception in 1990, Dr. Grosser, PE established a corporate culture like no other for his employees and this industry ranking award acknowledges his efforts and foresight to know that the success of the company relies on the employees. Solidifying his approach, CE News names PWGC as an outstanding employer selecting them for their commitment to their employees in providing a work environment that is positive, challenging and interesting. The annual survey conducted by CE News magazine is quite unusual: each firm is rated by their own employees. Employees provide feedback on their work environment, training and mentoring programs, internal communication, culture, insurance and fringe benefits, and compensation and bonus practices. Other metrics for the survey include: total billings during the last five years, turnover rates, history of downsizing events. Deanna Lantieri, director of human resources from PWGC was present to accept the award and said, "We are honored to rank in the Top thirty-five at the number 7 sport the second year in a row and pleased with the pride our employees have working at PWGC."
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The evolving relationship of environmental  consultants and the lending community - by Chuck Merritt

The evolving relationship of environmental consultants and the lending community - by Chuck Merritt

When Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) were first part of commercial real estate risk management, it was the lenders driving this requirement. When a borrower wanted a loan on a property, banks would utilize a list of “Approved Consultants” to order the report on both refinances and purchases.