Building Constructable Concrete Structures – Contractors and Engineers Working Together

UB Alum and Vice President, American Concrete Institute 

Vice President and General Manager, Keystone Concrete 

Friday, March 28 | 11 a.m. | 140 Ketter Hall

Join Scott Anderson, an industry expert, as he shares insights on creating constructable concrete structures through collaborative efforts between contractors and engineers. This presentation will delve into essential construction details that facilitate successful project outcomes, highlighting the importance of dialogue and stakeholder cooperation.

Key Takeaways

- Understanding the interplay between constructability, engineering, and contracting

- Identifying construction details that enhance project outcomes

- Exploring real-world examples of successful collaboration between contractors and engineers

- Learning how collaborative approaches lead to higher-quality structures and better outcomes for owners and all stakeholders

As Vice President and General Manager of Keystone Structural Concrete, Scott Anderson brings over 30 years of expertise in concrete construction, leading high-profile projects totaling over $1 billion. His portfolio includes residential towers, parking garages, institutional structures, office towers, and large formed concrete structures.

Anderson is Vice President of the American Concrete Institute (ACI) and leads the ACI Financial Advisory Committee. He contributes to various ACI committees, including Concrete Constructability, Tolerances, and Concrete Construction Practices. Anderson also led the recent effort to refresh ACI's strategic vision and goals.

A strong advocate for industry excellence, Anderson has been actively involved with the American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC) since 2003, serving as a director since 2007 and as President (2015-2016). He chaired the Education and Training Committee (2011-2014) and developed a widely used training video on concrete finishing basics. Currently, he is President of the ASCC Education, Research & Development Foundation.

Anderson holds a BS in Civil Engineering from UB and an MS in Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin. He is a licensed professional engineer in Texas and was recognized as one of Concrete Construction magazine's 2018 "Most Influential People."