2026 ISIC Track at MTC&E Conference

ISIC sponsored and conducted a one-day ISIC Track – Digital As-Built (DAB) and Workflow of Pavement Construction during the 2026 MTC&E conference (Minnesota Transportation Conference and Expo) on March 18, 2026, in Minneapolis, MN, USA. 

All ISIC Track sessions 01-09 were in Rooms 13, 14, and 15 of MTC&E at the Saint Paul RiverCentre (175 Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55102).

Track Title

ISIC Track – Digital As-Built (DAB) and Workflow of Pavement Construction

  • Date: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
  • Format: One-day track
  • Sponsor: International Society for Intelligent Construction (www.IS-IC.org)

Summary Report

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Learning Objective

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of Digital As-Built (DAB) technologies and their application in pavement construction workflows.
  • Explore how DAB enhances quality control and assurance in construction projects.
  • Discover how DAB workflows and software technologies support updates to asset and pavement management systems.
  • Engage with perspectives from agencies, industry leaders, and contractors.

Presentation Details

Agenda

Morning Session (Room 13,14,15)

TimeTopicSpeakers
08:00 AM – 08:30 AMISIC Track 01 – Introduction and OverviewDr. George K. Chang (Transtec-Terracon)
08:30 PM – 09:30 AMISIC Track 02 – DAB from the Material Delivery Management System (MDMS)Rebecca Embacher (MnDOT)
09:30 AM – 10:15 AMISIC Track 03 – DAB from 2D/3D MillingTom Chastain (Wirtgen Group)
10:15 AM – 10:30 AMBreak 
10:30 AM – 11:15 AMISIC Track 04 – DAB from 2D/3D Paving and Thermal ProfilingJim Preston (TOPCON) and Craig  Lamarque (Wirtgen Group)
11:15 PM – 12:00 PMISIC Track 05 – DAB from Intelligent CompactionTodd Mansell (Caterpillar)

12:00 PM – 01:00 PM Break (lunch)

Afternoon Session (Room 13,14,15)

TimeTopicSpeakers
01:00 PM – 01:45 PMISIC Track 06 – DAB for Living Models in Asset and Pavement Management Systems Jim Preston (TOPCON)
01:45 PM – 02:45 PMISIC Track 07 – DAB for Improving Construction QC and QAAmanda L. Gilliland (Transtec-Terracon) and Scott Fernald (Granite Construction)
02:45 PM – 03:00 PMBreak 
03:00 PM – 4:00 PMISIC Track 08 – Complete Paving DAB Workflow Examples  Rebecca Embacher (MnDOT) and Scott Fernald (Granite Construction)
4:00 PM – 5:00 PMISIC Track 09 – Open Panel DiscussionModerator: Curt Turgeon (MnDOT) Panels: DOTs (MnDOT), vendors (Caterpillar, Wirtgen, TOPCON), contractors (Granite), consultants (Transtec-Terracon)
5:00 PMAdjourned 

Contacts

Session Abstracts

ISIC Track 01 – Introduction and Overview

The opening presentation of the ISIC Track will introduce ISIC and provide an overview of the Digital As-Built (DAB) and the pavement construction workflow. This ISIC track brings together experts from agencies, industry, and academia to explore the latest advancements in intelligent construction technologies and their application in pavement construction.

ISIC Track 02 – DAB from the Material Delivery Management System (MDMS)

MnDOT has been the agency’s leader in digital delivery with intelligent construction technologies, including material delivery management systems [MDMS], which encompass E-Ticketing (later expanded to MDMS) and Veta software, for two decades, with many practical and valuable lessons learned.  This session demonstrates the MDMS implementation in Veta, which supports national compliance with the AASHTO MDMS standards.

ISIC Track 03 – DAB from 2D/3D Milling

This presentation focuses on using 2D/3D models for milling, including Machine Setup Best Practices – key dos and don’ts when configuring equipment to ensure accurate model execution. Model Building – what goes into creating a constructible model, and Field Execution – what’s needed to successfully use 3D models on site, including equipment, data flow, and crew coordination.

ISIC Track 04 – DAB from 2D/3D Paving and Thermal Profiling

This presentation focuses on using 2D/3D models for paving and automatic documentation of data related to pavement thermal profiling, paving parameters, and construction as-builts. It will also cover data formats and storage, enabling data sharing across different equipment and providing operators with additional information to manage the construction process better.

ISIC Track 05 – DAB from Intelligent Compaction

This presentation covers automatic documentation of data related to pavement compaction, intelligent compaction, and construction as-builts. It will also cover data formats and storage, enabling data sharing across different equipment and providing operators with additional information to manage the construction process better.

ISIC Track 06 – DAB for Living Models in Asset and Pavement Management Systems

This session highlights how technology built into modern construction equipment, such as machine control, compaction measurement, and onboard sensors, can collect valuable as-built data. This session will demonstrate how this data can be integrated into asset and pavement management systems, enabling owners to create “living models” that support informed planning, maintenance, and lifecycle management decisions. Real-world examples will illustrate the benefits and opportunities.

ISIC Track 07 – DAB for Improving Construction QC and QA

This session highlights how DAB from modern construction equipment can improve construction quality control and assurance.  Real-world case studies will be demonstrated to trace the causes (cool streak from PMTP, lack of roller coverage/passes from IC, evidence of low DPS values, etc.) and determine solutions for poor or failed in-place asphalt densities.

ISIC Track 08 – Complete Paving DAB Workflow Examples

This session will present a complete DAB paving workflow example spanning the entire construction life cycle. Data and software interoperability will be demonstrated.

ISIC Track 09 –  Open Panel Discussion & Closing Remarks

The ISIC track will conclude with an open panel discussion that ties its topics to perspectives from various industry sectors. The panel members will include DOTs (MnDOT, etc.), vendors (Caterpillar/Wirtgen/TOPCON, etc.), contractors (Granite, etc.), and consultants (Transtec-Terracon/WSB, etc.)

Closing Remarks

Thank you for participating in the ISIC Track workshop. We hope the sessions provided valuable insights into Digital As-Built technologies and their role in improving pavement construction workflows. Please stay connected with ISIC for future events and collaboration opportunities.

Speakers and Bios

Dr. George K. Chang, P.E., Transtec Group, a Terracon Company – President, ISIC

Dr. Chang has been a world expert on pavement smoothness and intelligent compaction/construction technologies for 3 decades. He founded the International Society for Intelligent Construction – ISIC (www.IS-IC.org). His research, teaching, specification development, and software tools have made significant contributions to advancements in the fields mentioned above. The websites he develops and maintains, Profile Viewing and Analysis – ProVAL and Intelligent Construction Technologies – Veta, have become a one-stop shop for pavement smoothness and intelligent compaction (IC)/construction technologies (ICT). Since 2007, he has led the implementation of IC/ICT efforts worldwide, including in the US, Europe, China, and Australia.

Rebecca Embacher, Advanced Materials and Technology Engineer, MNDOT – Technical Committee of ISIC

Ms. Embacher earned her M.S. in Civil Engineering at the University of Minnesota. She has worked as a research engineer at the University of Minnesota and the Minnesota Department of Transportation, a pavement engineer at American Engineering and Testing, Inc., and an Assistant Grading and Base Engineer at the Minnesota Department of Transportation. She is currently the Advanced Materials and Technology Engineer at the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Her areas of experience include the physical and mechanical properties of concrete, pavement design and preservation, seasonal load limits, research and development, earthwork/embankment, and pavement construction. Additionally, she has implemented intelligent construction technologies during the past 20 years. This includes technologies such as machine guidance for excavation, grading, milling, and paving; intelligent compaction for reclamation and bituminous applications; paver-mounted thermal profiling; e-construction, e-ticketing, and MDMS; determination of Veta features; digital delivery; and other advanced technologies.

Tom Chastain, Milling Product Manager, Wirtgen Group

Mr. Chastain’s responsibilities included dealer product operation training. Dealer sales training both in the classroom and on job sites. He often performs demonstration planning either directly with the contractor or in coordination with the dealer representative. He is also involved with national and local organizations working to improve the industry.

Jim Preston, TOPCON – Treasurer of ISIC North American Chapter

Mr. Preston is an Intelligent Paving Specialist at TOPCON. While attending Tri-State University and Ohio State University, Jim interned with civil engineering and Consulting firms, working with municipalities and DOTs on road and bridge applications. Jim found an interest in fieldwork and began engaging with the technology manufacturers. Over the last 28 years, Jim has worked with numerous technology companies and international markets in the fields of civil engineering, construction, and mining. As a member of the ISIC and NRRA technology committees, he continues to broaden the scope of solutions. Working with Topcon Positioning Systems, Jim is proficient in identifying applications that support the current and future needs of the industry.

Todd Mansell, Caterpillar – Vice-Chair of ISIC North American Chapter

Mr. Mansell is a Product Application Specialist with Caterpillar’s Global Paving division based in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, where he prepares and delivers paving and compaction training and consulting for Caterpillar customers worldwide.  Todd has a Civil Engineering degree from Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Canada, and an MBA from Santa Clara University in California.   Todd has worked in the asphalt paving industry for over 35 years in various roles, including asphalt laboratory and field technician, lab manager, field inspector, quality control manager, trainer, and equipment technology development.  Todd has a passion for quality paving and for testing and implementing new and innovative paving technologies and practices.  Todd is an active member in several national and international paving industry associations, committees, and task groups, including NAPA, AAPT, NCAT, CTAA, TRB, and ISIC.  Personal interests include fishing, woodwork, and history.

Craig Lamarque, V.P., Head of Digital Products, Wirtgen America

Craig Lamarque leads a newly established organization within Wirtgen America focused on training, technical support, and application support for the full suite of Wirtgen Group digital products. For the last two years, he has worked closely with each Wirtgen Group brand, as well as factories, dealers, road building contractors, and road authorities, to optimize current and future Wirtgen Group digital products. Prior to joining Wirtgen, he spent 24 years at John Deere Construction in a variety of training, product support, and sales roles. For over a decade, he worked in strategic account management, building partner relationships with some of the largest roadbuilding contractors in North America.

Amanda L. Gilliland, P.E., Transtec Group, a Terracon Company – Communication Coordinator of the ISIC North American Chapter

Ms. Gilliland spent 10 years in the construction industry as a paving quality control manager. In 2013, she led her company to be the first contractor to use IC in Alaska. Over the past six years with Transtec, she’s contributed to several national initiatives focused on improving pavement data quality and advancing intelligent construction practices. She’s helped lead the ICT implementation and support program with Missouri DOT (MoDOT) since 2019.

Scott Fernald, Granite Construction – Automation Technology Coordinator of the ISIC North American Chapter

Scott is a construction manager at Granite Construction, Inc. With a 26-year career in the construction industry, Scott Fernald has spent the past 23 years dedicated to Granite Construction. Beginning his tenure at Granite as a Project Engineer, later advanced to Project Manager and now serves as a Construction Manager overseeing asphalt paving operations for the Utah Region. Known for his strong passion for innovation, Scott also serves as Construction Technology Manager, leading efforts to integrate and advance construction technologies, always driven by a desire to “make things better.”

Curt Turgeon, Director of the Office of Materials and Road Research of MnDOT – Steering Committee Member of ISIC

Curt is the Director of the Office of Materials and Road Research of MnDOT. He has led MnDOT and the industry in implementing innovative construction technologies for decades. He has served in a leading role on the AASHTO Committee on Materials and Pavements.