
William Sibert
William Sibert was an American civil engineer who played a significant role in the construction of the Panama Canal, particularly overseeing the work on the Atlantic side. He collaborated closely with John F. Stevens and later George Goethals, and is noted for his contributions to the engineering challenges of the canal. Sibert's expertise and leadership were essential in bringing the ambitious project to fruition, and he co-authored a technical account of the canal's construction.
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William Sibert worked alongside John F. Stevens on the Panama Canal project.
El ingeniero y la máquina… olvidados…!La Prensa – leading Panamanian daily, est. 1980·
Panama· 2026-06-21




