Construction kudos
Moffatt & Nichol is ramping up its reputation as a construction expert.
The National Academy of Construction (NAC) has elected Eric A. Nichol, president, CEO, and chairman of the board of directors of Moffatt & Nichol as a member of its class of 2021. He will be formally inducted in October, during the NAC annual meeting.
In electing Nichol, NAC cited him as an “innovative executive leader with expert knowledge in seismic and structural analysis of waterfront designs with vast experience in public-private, governmental, and professional organizations”.
General Secretary of the Academy, Wayne Crew, said: “Eric Nichol is a most deserving new member. His contributions in earthquake engineering, seismic projects, bridge design, and maritime facilities are only part of his international influence. We welcome him.”
Career highlights
Nichol began his career at Moffatt & Nichol in 1980 as a part-time labourer. He has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering, a master’s in earthquake engineering and a PhD in structural engineering.
He has been involved in seismic retrofit projects in Southern California. He also helped with bridge design projects for the Virginia Department of Transportation. He has worked on maritime and waterfront facilities along the East Coast and in the United Arab Emirates.
Since being elected president of Moffatt & Nichol in 2006, the company has tripled in size.
Connect with Moffatt & Nichol at Seawork Connect 5th-7th October.
By Rebecca Jeffrey
