The latest issue of PileDriver is now available. Issue 3 explores the projects, people and companies shaping the driven pile industry today. Inside, you'll find project stories, member profiles, industry insights, chapter news and coverage of the issues affecting contractors, engineers and suppliers across the foundation construction sector. Whether you're looking for technical knowledge, business perspectives or industry success stories, there's something for every PDCA member in this edition.

For those of you heading to Orlando in July pick up extra copies of this issue during the upcoming PDCA Annual Conference!

Can heavy marine construction help restore the environment it's built in? At Vigor Industrial's Seattle shipyard, Orion took on a $44.7-million project that required both rebuilding critical waterfront infrastructure and creating better habitat for juvenile fish. The result was a complex pile driving operation involving the removal of more than 6,000 timber piles, innovative construction techniques and close coordination with environmental regulators. Learn how the team balanced demanding marine construction requirements with habitat restoration goals and why salmon were spotted using the restored area just one week after the work was completed.

When Brian Tolley joined Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in 2009, the company's piling and shoring division was little more than an idea on an organizational chart. Today, it's a major contributor to the business.

In this candid interview, Tolley reflects on the lessons learned while building the division from the ground up, the leadership principles that guide him today and why he believes the future of the deep foundations industry depends on developing people as much as projects. From hiring for grit and character to navigating workforce shortages and increasingly complex job sites, Tolley shares insights gained through nearly two decades of growth, problem-solving and team building.

In South Carolina, Charleston sits on challenging soils, faces significant seismic risk and continues to grow at a remarkable pace. For Parker Marine Contracting, that's exactly where the driven pile proves its value.

This third-generation family business has spent decades helping build hospitals, hotels, ports and other critical infrastructure throughout the Carolinas. From driving record-setting pile lengths to pioneering below-grade parking solutions in downtown Charleston, Parker Marine has earned a reputation for taking on projects others might avoid. Read how a company founded in 1951 continues to evolve while staying true to the values that built it.

How do you replace a deteriorating ore-loading facility with a modern cruise ship terminal in one of North America's most challenging marine environments?

The answer involved piles driven up to 319 feet deep, heavily loaded mooring structures, complex marine logistics and months of work under strict environmental regulations. Pacific Pile & Marine shares how it delivered the Ore Peninsula Redevelopment project in Skagway, Alaska, helping transform a piece of aging industrial infrastructure into a facility built for the next generation of cruise vessels.

As demand for ground improvement solutions continues to grow, rigid inclusions are creating new opportunities for pile driving contractors. Many of the skills, equipment and installation practices used in traditional pile driving applications translate directly to this evolving market.

This technical feature examines how driven timber and prestressed concrete elements can be used as rigid inclusions, explores the role of load transfer platforms and reviews case studies that demonstrate where driven solutions can provide a competitive advantage. For contractors interested in expanding their capabilities, it's a valuable look at an increasingly important segment of the industry.

From July 79 in Orlando, the PDCA Annual Conference & Expo brings contractors, engineers and suppliers together for technical learning, real-world discussion and relationship building. With sessions on innovation, QA/QC and industry trends, it's a chance to connect with peers facing the same challenges and opportunities.

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Are you interested in being interviewed or writing an article for PileDriver magazine? Editorial coverage is one of the FREE benefits of PDCA membership! The PDCA Communications Committee is always looking for companies, pile driving projects and industry stories to write about. To learn more or to ask about how you can join a PDCA Communications Committee call email matt@piledrivers.org.