For his exemplary career as an educator, researcher and administrator, most notably his water resource systems analysis research, leadership of national committees on critical environment and energy issues, regional leadership of water infrastructure improvements, and inspired leadership of Carnegie Mellon University.

For his exemplary career as a researcher and educator, most notably his contributions to the understanding of the performance of coastal structures exposed to extreme conditions, for fostering the exchange of information through conferences and publications, and for his inspirational teaching.

For his research on seismic performance of structures, for leadership in earthquake hazard mitigation and improvement of public safety, and for service to the structural engineering and engineering mechanics professions. 

For over three decades of service to the civil engineering profession and his seminal role in leading the change process within the engineering community resulting in the new NCEES Model Law requiring additional education for the professional practice of engineering.

For visionary contributions that have brought the principles of sustainability into the lexicon of the engineering profession and for his passionate dedication to educating the next generation of engineers in service to others.

For identifying the essential knowledge and skills required for the professional practice of civil engineering and leading in communicating this need throughout the nation, and for leadership in research to improve management and engineering in the construction industry.

For over four decades of service to the civil engineering profession, as a leading international expert in construction equipment and for mentoring young engineering educators.

For seminal contributions to the field of fluid mechanics and the numerical simulation of fluid flows and education of civil engineers over a period of four decades.

For exemplary professional work, research, prolific contribution to technical literature, and voluntary activities around the world as a technical expert and advisor.