News
Check out the latest updates from V3! Whether we’re presenting at a conference or celebrating an employee milestone, we always have something in store.
Creating Recreation for All at Riverside Adventure Park
Transforming a century-old golf course into a multi-functional public park requires more than redevelopment—it demands visionary landscape architecture, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a deep understanding of place. Riverside Adventure Park in Indianapolis exemplifies how landscape architects …
Pocket Neighborhoods: Creating Communities with Character and Connection
Imagine living in a tight-knit community filled with walkable paths, charming homes, and beautiful green spaces where people enjoy the outdoors together. Welcome to a pocket neighborhood, where social connection is woven into every architectural and natural feature. Learn more about this unique …
The Benefits of Healing Gardens
Gardens are inherently calming spaces, but healing gardens take it one step further with intentional design elements known to soothe and aid recovery. Learn more about how our Landscape Architects use the restorative power of nature to create therapeutic green spaces. What is a healing garden? A …
Ask an Expert: Why Are Roundabouts Gaining in Popularity?
Roundabouts offer safe, efficient intersection systems that keep communities moving. But despite their benefits, the U.S. has mostly excluded their use in modern transportation designs—until recently. We spoke with Denver Regional Leader Noah Nemmers to learn why roundabouts are making a comeback …
2025 Employee Enrichment Wrap Up
Our employee enrichment programs are a direct reflection of our core values and give our team members engaging opportunities to give back, achieve goals, and have fun together. Every year we encourage our employees to explore personal and professional growth though a rotating calendar of events, and …
V3 Wins 2026 APWA Public Works Project of the Year in Environment – Less Than $5 Million
Another APWA win for V3! Our work on the Country Club Highlands Drainage Improvements project has earned a 2026 APWA Chicago Metro Chapter (Suburban Branch) Public Works Project of the Year in the “Environment – Less Than $5 Million” category. This award celebrates public works projects that …
V3 Wins 2026 APWA Public Works Project of the Year in Environment – $5 Million to $25 Million
We are proud to announce that V3 has won a 2026 APWA Chicago Metro Chapter (Suburban Branch) Public Works Project of the Year for our work on the Sugar Creek Watershed/Jackson Pond Expansion project. This annual award promotes excellence in the management, administration, and implementation of …
Expanding an Icon with Pinehurst Sandmines
When one of the world’s top golf resorts builds a new course for the first time in 30 years, contributing to that effort is a major honor. Discover how our team led the way for Pinehurst Sandmines: a rustic getaway alongside Pinehurst No. 10. The best gets even better Pinehurst Resort is the …
V3 Announces Next President & CEO, Pat Kennedy, P.E.
New year, new CEO! Pat Kennedy, P.E. has officially taken the reigns as V3’s President and Chief Executive Officer. As announced last August, our Board of Directors selected Pat as Lou Gallucci’s successor, naming him as our third-ever CEO. Pat’s comprehensive industry knowledge and unparalleled …
V3 Welcomes Howard Hamilton, Illinois Water Supply & Wastewater Group Leader
We’re thrilled to share that Howard Hamilton, P.E. has joined V3 as our Water Supply and Wastewater Group Leader in Illinois. In his new role, Howard will help advance our water-related expertise and support communities throughout Chicagoland and beyond by delivering sustainable water and wastewater …
V3 Welcomes Mark Wynker, Alberta Land Development Market Leader
We are pleased to welcome Mark Wynker to our Alberta team to launch a new office in Calgary. As Alberta Land Development Market Leader, he will work closely with our Edmonton team to support residential and commercial project growth in Western Canada while also leading the addition of new team …
V3 Welcomes Michael McWhirter, Water Market Leader
We are thrilled to welcome Michael McWhirter as our Water Market Leader. With over 20 years of experience spanning 15 countries, Michael’s extensive engineering, leadership, and project delivery experience will accelerate our growth in water solutions, supporting our desire to make real, impactful …