Episode: Paving Success

In this episode Nicolai Oliden, a roadway engineer based in Phoenix, Arizona, shares insights into the diverse projects and career paths available in the field. From childhood experiences on construction sites with his father to his current role as a regional supervisor at Jacobs.

Through personal anecdotes and professional lessons learned, Nicolai provides practical advice for early-career engineers, touching on topics such as communication skills, personal finance, professional development, and the power of owning mistakes. Nicolai imparts his perspective on differences between small engineering firms and large international ones, while noting the challenges and opportunities each environment presents.