Rick Barnard

Gulf Interstate Engineering Co. provides project management, engineering, design, procurement and material and construction management services for oil and gas production, transportation and storage systems. It specializes in the project management and engineering of pipeline systems, gathering systems, production facilities, pump and compressor stations, storage terminals and loading facilities. The firm also provides feasibility and economic studies, project management, right-of-way and land acquisition support, engineering, geographic information system, pipeline integrity, procurement and construction management services. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Houston, TX.

The American Society of Civil Engineers, founded in 1852, is the oldest national engineering society in America. The non-profit company is based in Reston, VA and has subsidiaries in the United States. With over 150,000 members worldwide, the organization advocates for sustainable and resilient practices to maintain and modernize the nation's infrastructure. The company also works to increase investment in infrastructure and improve engineering knowledge and competency. The society's Civil Engineering Landmark Program recognizes historically significant civil engineering projects, structures, and sites.

Project Management Institute, Inc. provides project management services. Its advance careers improve organizational success and further mature the profession of project management through globally recognized standards, certifications, resources, tools, academic research, publications, professional development courses and networking opportunities. The company was founded by James Snyder, Eric Jenett, Gordon Davis, E. A. Engman and Susan C. Gallagher in 1969 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

The Pipeline Contractors Association is a trade association located in the United States, specifically in Virginia. The association represents companies in the oil and gas pipeline construction industry. The PLCA provides legal and advocacy services to its members, with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, training, environmental compliance, and community support. The association has a storied history, with representatives from 17 construction firms holding meetings in the late 1940s to anticipate the need for a safe underground system of transportation for natural gas, petroleum, and petroleum products.

Interstate Natural Gas Association of America operates as a not-for-profit organization. It specializes in the natural gas pipeline industry. The firm regulates the safety, environment, construction, economics, security, and operations of the industry. The company is headquartered in Washington, DC.