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Level Design Podcast

Level Design Podcast

A podcast for Architects and Engineers.

Join Scott Zurn, Professional Engineer with over 3 decades of experience and Founder of Level Design Partners, in exploring the in’s and outs of the design industry, bringing new thinking to outdated systems, and restoring value and honor to the unique people who choose to be designers, engineers, and architects.

We’ll be discussing how Architects and Engineers can thrive in this industry by creating more freedom, flexibility, and financial security as a design professional, regardless of their current situation.

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The Knowledge Gap and the Need for Mentorship in the Design Industry
Sept. 16, 2024

The Knowledge Gap and the Need for Mentorship in the Design Industry

In today’s episode, we explore the growing knowledge gap as well as the critical importance of mentorship for Architects and Engineers. We discuss why mentorship is baked into everything we do in our collaborative, Level Des…
What’s Under Our Cities?
Sept. 9, 2024

What’s Under Our Cities?

The conversation explores the history and challenges of underground infrastructure. From the complexity and challenges it presents today, the transition to clean energy, regulatory challenges, and the importance of planning …
How Our Roads Work & Which State Has the Best Roads
Sept. 3, 2024

How Our Roads Work & Which State Has the Best Roads

Many people aren't aware of how roads are designed, funded, or function. Road infrastructure is crucial in our society, connecting communities and enabling easy travel. In today’s episode, we dive into this topic to reveal i…
Minimizing Financial Waste with Whitney Pogue, P.E., Value Engineering & Estimates Coordinator
Aug. 5, 2024

Minimizing Financial Waste with Whitney Pogue, P.E., Value Engineering & Estimates Coordinator

Scott talks a lot about how taxpayer dollars are actually being used (or misused) to support our infrastructure. Today, we get an inside look with guest Whitney Pogue, Civil Engineer, P.E., Value Engineering & Estimates Coor…
The Transportation Bill, The Water Challenge, and Life in the 1680s
July 18, 2024

The Transportation Bill, The Water Challenge, and Life in the 1680s

“The bridges and highways we fail to repair today will have to be rebuilt tomorrow – at many times the cost.” - President Ronal Reagan. Our conversation begins with a story set in the 1680s, describing the simple life of a y…
The Negatives & Positives of Being a Civil Engineer in the 21st Century
July 8, 2024

The Negatives & Positives of Being a Civil Engineer in the 21st Century

Join us as we explore the state of infrastructure in the US, the cost and burden on taxpayers, the economic impact of infrastructure investment, and the need for increased investment. We dive into the political nature of inf…
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