The QBS Express

The ACEC Kansas podcast sits down with Matt Volz, head of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub.  Tune in to learn more about what “The Hub” means for Kansas communities, economic development, public safety, and of course, ACEC KS member firms!

In this episode of the QBS Express, the ACEC Kansas podcast, host Scott Heidner, Executive Director of ACEC Kansas, sits down with Matt Volz to discuss the Kansas Infrastructure Hub. Matt Volz, recently appointed to lead the Kansas Infrastructure Hub, shares his journey from Northern Minnesota to his pivotal role in Kansas. The conversation delves into the origins, funding, and impact of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub and the Build Kansas Fund. They discuss the types of projects eligible, the agencies involved, and the significant opportunities for consulting engineering firms. Listen in to learn how this initiative aims to leverage federal dollars to enhance Kansas infrastructure and the ripple effect it has on the economy and local communities.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:57 Matt Volz's Background and Career Journey

02:13 Transition to Kansas DOT and ITS Engineering

05:14 Consulting Career and International Experience

07:35 Return to Kansas and the Infrastructure Hub

08:41 Overview of the Kansas Infrastructure Hub

13:27 Funding and Legislative Support

14:50 Eligibility and Application Process

20:48 Impact on Consulting Engineering Companies

26:19 Success Stories and Future Plans

31:44 Lightning Round: Getting to Know Matt Volz

34:19 Conclusion and Farewell

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