The 43rd annual geotechnical conference provides a forum for the presentation of a wide variety of geotechnical field, design, and construction-related topics. Please join us for what promises to be an interesting and informative program. A certificate verifying 7.5 Professional Development Hours (6.5 hr of Technical PDH and Includes 1 hr of ethics) will be provided to registered attendees.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
All professionals who are involved in geotechnical exploration, design, construction, or observation.
This would include:
- Engineers/Geologists
- University Instructors
- Technicians/Contractors
REFUNDS will be made if the conference is canceled or if the applicant cancels no later than five working days prior to the conference date.
PROGRAM
7:30 – 8:00 Registration
8:00 – 8:15 Welcome Address
Dr. Shannon Bartelt-Hunt, P.E. Ph.D.
Dept. of Civil and Env. Engr. Chair, University of Lincoln
9:30 – 10:30 “How Reliable is the CPT to Estimate Settlement of Foundations”
Dr. Peter Robertson, P.Eng., Ph.D., PK Robertson, Inc.
9:30 – 10:30 “A Case for a Deep Foundation Design-Construction Continuum”
Mr. Billy Camp, P.E., D.GE, Kiewit
10:30– 11:00 Break/Vendor Displays
11:00 – 12:00 “Ethical Strategies for an Irrational World” (Ethics)
Mr. Aaron Mann, Terracon
12:00 – 1:00 Lunch/Vendor Displays
1:00 – 2:00 “Quantifying Engineering Properties for Levee Design using CPT”
Dr. Navid Jafari, Ph.D., Texas A&M University
2:00 – 3:00 “Design and Quality Assurance of Ground Improvement System using CPT Analysis”
Mr. Alex Potter-Weight, P.E, Menard USA
3:00 – 3:30 Break/Vendor Displays
3:30 – 5:00 “Trials and Tribulations Crossing the Papillion Creek”
Mr. Bryan Kumm. P.E. & Mr. Jacob Sellin, P.E., HDR
Mr. Taylor Reinsch, P.E., Benesch
VENDOR DISPLAYS
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HOTEL: Courtyard by Marriott at Omaha Aksarben Village
Hotel Address: 1625 S 67th St., Omaha, NE 68106
Special Conference rate of $119/night + taxes and fees between February 11, 2026 to February 14, 2026 (must book prior to January 14, 2026 to guarantee reservation at special rate. Following cut-off date, room rate will be subject to availability)
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OTHER NEBRASKA ASCE EVENTS
Please attend our other events:
Geotechnical Short Course
Thursday, February 12, 2026 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (Central Time)
Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine St, Omaha, NE 68106
Topic: Cone Penetration Testing (CPT) for Geotechnical Applications
Instructors:
Dr. Peter Robertson - PK Robertson, Inc
Ms. Kelly Cabal - ConeTec
Mr. Alex Potter-Weight - Menard USA
Register Here for Geotechnical Short Course
Geotechnical Section Meeting
Thursday, February 12, 2026 5:30-8:00 pm (Central Time)
Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine St, Omaha, NE 68106
Topic: Emerging Technologies for Levee Inspection
Presenters: Dr. Navid Jafari – Texas A&M University
Register Here for Geotech Section Meeting