Barge Design Solutions

A multidisciplinary, employee-owned A/E firm driven by a simple purpose: to improve the lives of our people, clients, and communities.

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What better way to kick off #WomensHistoryMonth than celebrating Carrie Stokes' first day as our new CEO? We are excited about this next chapter under her #leadership!

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We give a heartfelt THANK YOU to @BobHigginsPE on his final day as CEO! Your visionary leadership has shaped Barge into the amazing company it is today. Bob, we’re truly grateful for your impact. You’ll always be part of #TeamBarge! 💛

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Congrats to Katie Waldschmidt for being named Young #Engineer of the Year by the TSPE Nashville Chapter! She was recognized at the 2025 Middle TN All Engineers Banquet for her dedication to engineering, community service, and impactful work with @NashvilleDOT. Way to go, Katie!

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Lauren Gaines, associate project manager, has been named to the @AUAlumniAssoc Young Alumni Council. We’re excited to have Lauren continue fostering the spirit of her alma mater with her valuable years of experience.

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#BlackHistoryMonth celebrates the profound impact of African Americans. We honor the contributions and accomplishments that have shaped both the AEC industry and our communities.

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We're celebrating 70 years of Barge in 2025 by honoring the people, culture, clients, and communities that shaped our history. Check out our anniversary logo—a tribute to the legacy we’re proud to continue building!

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Mary Vavra has been named Chair-Elect of @TAllianceMidTN! The organization works to educate, empower, and advocate for dedicated regional transit funding. #Transit #Leadership #MiddleTennessee

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We’re thrilled to show our excitement for our 70th anniversary and meet the next generation of #TeamBarge at these upcoming career fairs! #GPTWcertified

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Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy through action—rolling up our sleeves to strengthen our communities not just on this day but throughout 2025. In our 70th year, #TeamBarge aims for 7,000 service hours this year!

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Congratulations to Rachel Back, PE, CFM, who has been appointed to the #ACEC Middle Tennessee Chapter Board of Directors! @ACECTN

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Happy 70 years! Our founders opened the doors in 1955 with the desire to build a company on its people, and here we are, seven decades later, still loving what we do. #Barge70 #70YearsStrong

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Apply now for Barge’s summer #internship program and gain hands-on experience in #engineering, #architecture, & more! Check out current opportunities: https://t.co/LtBu2Tb7zj. More coming after the holidays!

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Last night, we honored Nashville’s Most Admired CEOs—but, of course, our favorite is Bob! 🎉 Congrats again, Bob, on this well-deserved honor! Here's Bob with his wife, Michelle. @nashvillebiz #Award #Leadership

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The Honor Award for the Studies Category is @BargeDesign for their Nashville Streets and Pathways Lighting Manual project, completed for the @NashvilleDOT in Nashville, Tennessee.

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It’s #GivingTuesday! We’re committed to building better communities by supporting each other. Visit https://t.co/iWSTB89ocT to find inspiration and resources for making a difference today.

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The Grand Winner of the Special Projects – Small Division is @BargeDesign for their Murray Lane and Holly Tree Gap Roundabout CEI Services project, completed for the for the @CityofBrentwood, Tennessee.

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Last week, our exciting new chapter made headlines! After nearly 16 years, CEO Bob Higgins announced he’ll step down next year, with Chief of Staff Carrie Stokes being named his successor. ICYMI, check out the announcement: https://t.co/5MpiCYgAng

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Our team was recognized at the 2024 ACEC Tennessee Engineering Awards Gala for the following projects:
🏆 Nashville Streets and Pathways Lighting Manual Project supported by @BargeDesign
🏆 Craighead Street Pedestrian Improvements Project supported by @LDAengineering

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After 15 incredible years, Bob Higgins is stepping down as Barge CEO on 2/28. Chief of Staff Carrie Stokes will succeed him. Bob will continue as chairman of the board, focusing on key client engagements and our innovation strategy. Learn more: https://t.co/5MpiCYgAng

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Earlier this week, three of our transportation projects were recognized at the @ACECTN Engineering Excellence Awards! Click the link below to learn more about each project and its impacts, including one that took home an esteemed Grand Award: https://t.co/xX0Zsn0zCG