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“HONORING DR. BERNARD MEYERS” mentioning the U.S. Dept. of Energy was published in the Senate section on pages S7080-S7081 on June 28, 2001.
The publication is reproduced in full below:
HONORING DR. BERNARD MEYERS
Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, I rise today to say thank you to Dr. Bernard ``Bernie'' Meyers, President and General Manager of Bechtel BWXT Idaho, LLC (BBWI). BBWI manages the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL) for the United States Department of Energy.
The INEEL is the third largest employer in the state of Idaho and the largest employer in my hometown of Idaho Falls. For the past 2 years Bernie's professional and personal skills have helped lead the INEEL in its mission to be an enduring national resource that delivers science and engineered solutions to the world's environmental, energy and security challenges.
On August 1, 2001, Bernie will retire as President of BBWI and assume additional duties on behalf of Bechtel. In addition to his duties as President of BBWI, Bernie is also Senior Vice President in the 30,000 employee worldwide Bechtel organization.
Bernie's 39-year professional career includes 26 years spent with Bechtel, where he has risen through the nuclear engineering ranks while serving as an Engineer, Supervisor, Project Manager, Vice President, and finally as Senior Vice President.
Bernie's stewardship of Bechtel BWXT Idaho represents a strong demonstration of Bechtel's commitment to provide customer satisfaction and operational excellence for the eastern Idaho community. In addition to being a Senior Vice President, Bernie has in the past directed major Bechtel companies, managed North American operations, headed up the firm's Engineering and Construction operations, managed Bechtel's nuclear business line and served as an ``in-the-trenches'' project manage for some $30 billion worth of nuclear power jobs.
During that same time, Bernie gained INEEL-applicable experience in integrating safety through diverse workforces and in serving as a leader in nuclear technologies and nuclear operations. Over the years, he has managed large, complex and highly technical entities; overseen research and development organizations, and helped expand new and existing business lines into both national and international markets. He also has integrated technical, management and business systems across multiple offices, companies, sites, and disciplines.
Bernie is a Fellow in the American Society of Civil Engineers and the American Concrete Institute, and has authored a textbook, as well as more than 60 professional papers. He holds a master's degree in civil engineering from the University of Missouri and a doctor's degree in civil engineering from Cornell University.
During his time in Idaho, Bernie Meyers has provided sound thinking, decisive leadership and an intelligent vision for the future of the INEEL. He has provided honest and frequent communications about INEEL activities with Idaho's Congressional delegation, Idaho elected officials, key stakeholders, business and community leaders and the site's employees.
Under Bernie leadership, BBWI has proven to be a solid corporate neighbor throughout the state of Idaho. His advocacy for science education has helped to firmly establish the JASON Science Education program in the state, creating an awareness of science and technology careers for Idaho's elementary and secondary school students. His support of art, cultural and civic causes have contributed to the financial well being of many of organizations in Idaho.
On behalf of the people of Idaho, I want to say thank you to Bernie Meyers for a job well done. I want to wish Bernie and his wife Rita all the best as they tackle new challenges in the years ahead.
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