Fenstermaker’s Post

Fireworks and freedom, reflecting on the values that drive us—Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸

At 44 y/o, Survey Technician, Jason James, earns AAS in Drafting and Design Technology from SOWELA Technical Community College—a courageous choice to return to college and pursue a new career in Drafting yielding a tremendous result. Jason shares how this life-changing decision, supported by his wife, Courtney, and children, Holt and Griffin, turned into an enriching experience. Despite initial nerves about being older than most of his classmates, Jason quickly found camaraderie, helping him to excel and embrace his new path. "These friendships made two years fly by faster than any I had ever experienced. I am so blessed that this new generation of Drafters helped me become more than an old retired Soldier. "My advice to anyone deciding to go to college later in life is: 1. Trust yourself and the plan God has for you. 2. Make a goal and develop a strategy to achieve that goal. 3. Be willing to adapt. 4. These young professionals are smart, let them teach you something. 5. Make friends who will be there when you need help." You're an inspiration, Jason. We are proud of you and your accomplishments—cheers to new beginnings and continued success in your drafting career! #drafting #surveylife #hireaveteran

Iberia Parish President, M. Larry Richard sees Acadiana Regional Airport Access Road project through completion—paving the way for economic growth and connectivity, driving Iberia Parish forward. Fenstermaker designed a two-lane roadway connecting LA 3212 and LA 675 in New Iberia, LA, providing a more direct access path to the airport. Engineering design consisted of the main roadway, one single-lane, five-leg roundabout, and a two-lane roadway to serve a future connection with US-90 Frontage Road and a second roundabout. Fenstermaker is proud to play a role in the development and prosperity of Iberia Parish—meeting LADOTD requirements, incorporating existing roadways, and allowing for future connectivity and expansion.  Learn more, watch our project video: https://lnkd.in/g3JW-Eaf

Carencro Mayor, Charlotte Clavier, joins Fenstermaker Senior Planner, Devin A. Foil, AICP, CFM for a discussion of the City's master planning effort in this special podcast episode. Listen as Mayor Clavier shares her motivations behind launching the master plan initiative—a community-driven action plan aimed to transform Carencro into a reflection of its residents' aspirations for the future. Learn more, listen in full: https://lnkd.in/gCiFjeRE #leadership #communityengagement #urbanplanning

Fenstermaker GIS Specialist, Mike Donlon, shares, "Solving spatial problems with modern mapping is where I find fulfillment in my work. "With the world's increasing reliance on #GIS technology, it represents the future, embedding data within visualizations. That integration makes geospatial mapping incredibly versatile, with applications across many industries. "Working with drones is also exciting—they've got boundless potential, allowing us to see the world from different perspectives, beyond human capability. "It's a lot of fun learning how to operate and maintain these machines. "At Fenstermaker, we're leveraging GIS to create powerful, data-driven maps that are revolutionizing how we understand and interact with our environment. This dynamic technology is a game-changer." #mapping #remotesensing #drones

Executive Assistant to the President, Brittany L., earns MBA from University of Louisiana at Lafayette—since joining Fenstermaker in late March of 2020, Brittany has excelled in her role, exhibiting exceptional dedication, diligence, and innovative thinking. Brittany's achievement is reflective of her growth mindset, a tightly-held core value within our firm's culture. President, Charles Fenstermaker shares, "We were looking for a unicorn when we discovered Brittany—an exceptional fit from day one. This latest success demonstrates her patience and persistence, traits that come in handy working alongside me all day! "In all seriousness, we are incredibly proud of Brittany, a resourceful and reliable professional who brings her best to every task. Congratulations on your master’s degree!" Serving as inspiration to anyone in pursuit of their own goals, Brittany shares this advice: "Know what you want to achieve and break it down into manageable steps. When your goal is divided into smaller tasks, it won't seem as overwhelming, and you can celebrate small victories along the way, keeping you excited about moving forward." Join us in congratulating Brittany on this momentous occasion. #graduation

Mayor Ken Ritter's focus on quality of life and recreation in the City of Youngsville Louisiana paying dividends as Sports Complex expansion nears completion—tour the site with J.B. Mouton, Inc. President, Stuart Billeaud, Fenstermaker Engineers, Dax Douet, P.E. and Dustin Guidry, P.E., and YSC Director, Tim Robichaux. ‣ 46-acre expansion ‣ 2 HS/collegiate baseball fields (max cap 4) ‣ Amphitheatre ‣ 8-court pickleball ‣ 200 addt'l parking spaces Beautiful bird's-eye views—drone footage courtesy of Fenstermaker Construction Inspector, Scott Courville. #communitydevelopment #qualityoflife #sportsandrecreation

Fenstermaker delivers impeccable Environmental Assessment (EA) Report to Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development, securing the first-ever 'net benefit determination' for an LADOTD project while achieving a Finding of No Significant Impacts (FONSI) approval from both Federal Highway Administration and LADOTD. Demonstrating exceptional expertise in both environmental assessments and project management, Fenstermaker successfully overseeing a team of seven sub-consultants for the Cane River Bridge project—underscoring our capacity for complex projects while ensuring safety, traffic efficiency, community connectivity, and the preservation of environmental and historical integrity. Learn more about our role in this and other critical infrastructure projects https://lnkd.in/gRTuA9Ev #criticalinfrastructure #connectivity #environmentalsustainability

Rise of women in STEM, these Lake Charles ladies have graduated—Allison Guillory, Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, and Allison O'Quain, Associate of Drafting and Design Technology, SOWELA Technical Community College. (L to R) Fenstermaker takes tremendous pride in preparing the next generation for the technological demands of the future. Here, reciprocity reigns—young minds bring eager attitude and fresh perspective, while our seasoned experts deliver time-tested wisdom and impassioned mentorship. Congratulations are in order for outstanding achievement, and for those pursuing their own goals, some advice, "Stay focused on your priorities. Maintaining focus will help you with consistent progress toward your goals. "Celebrate your milestones, taking time to acknowledge your achievements no matter how small. This will reinforce your progress and keep you motivated. "Remember, everyone's journey is unique. Don't compare yourself to others; rather, always stay true to yourself!" —Engineering Technician, Allison O'Quain #WomeninSTEM #EngineeringDiversity #Graduation