Jacobs Picked to Design $27M Puerto Rico Wastewater Project

Jacobs announced Sept. 17 it has been selected by the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) to design the $26.99-million replacement of the Mayagüez Ocean Outfall, where the existing pipeline was heavily damaged during Hurricane María in 2017.  The project entails building a 1.1-mile pipeline that conveys treated effluent from the Mayagüez Regional Wastewater […]

Joint Ventures in India: Learning from McDonald’s Experience

A troubled relationship between McDonald’s and one of their Indian partners is spoiling the American corporation’s once impressive position in India’s food and beverage industry. McDonald’s is set to close nearly 170 outlets in northern and eastern India; 43 outlets have already shut down in Delhi. Since September 2013, McDonald’s has engaged in drawn out […]

The Best Time of Year to Invest in Exterior Basement Waterproofing

Many property owners struggle with the proper timing for exterior basement waterproofing projects. And it’s natural when you consider all the factors involved. Weather conditions are constantly changing, and contractor schedules fill up fast. Waterproofing materials perform differently based on temperature, making it clear that timing is more than just a matter of convenience. Getting […]