AISC Lectureship Award Presented to Ronnie Medlock
The award recognizes contributions to FHWA Bridge Welding Reference Manual.
High Steel VP of Technical Services Recognized By AISC
April 4, 2025 - High Steel's Vice President of Technical Services, Ronnie Medlock, PE , recently received the American Institute of Steel Construction's 2025 T.R. Higgins Lectureship Award in recognition of his contributions to the Federal Highway Administration’s Bridge Welding Reference Manual.
“Simply put, Ronnie Medlock is an icon within the bridge fabrication and construction world, and the impact of his contributions to the standards that guide the industry cannot be overstated. Ronnie Medlock has changed the way bridges are fabricated and constructed in the U.S.,” said AISC Vice President of Engineering and Research Christopher H. Raebel, SE, PE, PhD.
In April, Medlock gave the final keynote address at the 2025 NASCC: The Steel Conference, where he also received a $15,000 honorarium. He will present his work upon request throughout the country over the year.
"I'm humbled and honored to receive this extraordinary recognition,” said Ronnie. “Really, the award reflects the top priority and value that High Steel and the High Companies place on community engagement, industry leadership, and the achievement of excellence in our projects and services.”