Gina-Marie Schoregge, P.E.
895 Pinelawn Ave.
Copiague, NY, 11726
Cell: (516)404-6709
Email: gmz1722@gmail.com
Company
Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers
2006 to Present
Title
Professionsal Engineer and Health and Safety Coordinator
Education
Hofstra University, BE-Structural Engineering, 2006
Professional Registration(s) and Certification(s)
Professional Engineer: 2013/New York
10-Hour Health and Safety in Construction (29 CFR 1926.2)
40-Hour HAZWOPER trained (29 CFR 1910.120 ( e))
4 Hour Scaffold User training (valid through 3/8/16)
Project Experience
BUILDINGS AND DEVELOPMENTS
Exelon Headquarters, Baltimore, MD
Project Manager. Construction of new headquarters tower within Honeywell's former Baltimore Works
environmental remediation site required foundation construction within a multimedia cap and
underlying chromium contaminated ground. The urban development is located on fill inboard of a
Multi-Purpose Levee. A 25-story concrete office and 9-Story concrete garage structures are supported
on high-capacity pipe piles, and a 1-story green roof central plaza is supported on piles which transition
into columns supporting the upper platform. Oversaw, reviewed and checked design of pile
foundations, sheet pile retaining walls, concrete retaining walls, pile supported platforms, cap
restoration details, drainage and earthwork. Developed construction sequence for foundations.
Developed Construction Plans for Monitoring and Pile Load Tests. Developed Engineering
Evaluations, Conceptual and Detailed Development Plans for the MDE and EPA approval. Developed
Value Engineering Study for Developer. Wrote proposals for additional work added to scope.
Oversaw/managed budget and staffing. Attended several public meetings. Developed GMP and
Construction Drawing sets for Baltimore City and Contractor. Will provide construction support and
review of construction document and submittals. Will Develop Record drawings for submittal to
Baltimore City and Maryland.
World Trade Center Vehicle Security Center and Bus Facitily, New York, NY
Structural Engineer and Security Information Manager (SIM). The VSC will provide underground
police and security screening of buses, trucks, and cars entering the WTC site and its facilities. I was
responsible for corrdinating the implementation and daily oversight of the policy for the particular Port
Authority department, office, business unit, or third party contractor, vender or other party. As
Structural Engineer, Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the entire
facility excavation. Performed Q-system and RMR system ratings for the rock mass and initial rock
support. Performed wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program. Performed numerical analysis
using finite element method in Phase 2 program for stresses and stability of temporary support of
excavation wall. Prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of excavation in rock
with rock bolts and shotcrete using AISC and ACI.
World Trade Center Tower One, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. Provided construction support services related to the stabilization and rehabilitation
of the Vesey and West Street slurry walls relevant to the Freedom Tower construction.
World Trade Center Tower Two, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. Providing geotechnical engineering services to WSP Cantor Seinuk, the foundation
engineer for Tower Two. MRCE designed the subgrade drainage system and selected foundation, and
provided construction support services during construction.
World Trade Center East Bathtub, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. Engineering design services provided for a building foundation Re-Use Study for
future development of WTC east bathtub, which is the future site of Towers 2, 3 & 4.
Westchester's Ridge Hill Development, Yonkers, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE was the foundation engineer for the entire Ridge Hill site, an 80-acre
mixed-use development including retail, commercial, residential and structural parking space. MRCE
provided subsurface investigations for the 15 new buildings and 2 miles of roads, including a new
bridge over the New York State Thruway and a new connector road to the Sprain Parkway. This project
has also entailed extensive rock blasting; monitoring the blasting vibrations and designing stable rock
slopes; designing recommendations and stability analyses for retaining walls including: T-Walls up to
42 feet high and Keystone retaining walls. MRCE also designed support of excavation systems for the
contractor and provided on-site inspection services.
Harbor Point Area 2, Baltimore, MD
Structural Engineer. MRCE provided geotechnical engineering and design of new pile foundations for
several new buildings in a development constructed adjacent to the Fells Point section of the Baltimore
Inner Harbor. I designed concrete filled pipe piles with pile cap foundations for three 6 to 12 story
buildings in conformance with AISC, ACI and Baltimore Building Codes, performed foundation cost
estimate using MEANS Heavy Construction Cost data and local supplier price quotes, prepared contract
drawings and specifications for developer, and reviewed Shop Drawings for conformance with the
contract documents and specifications.
35-40 30th Street Damage Investigation, Astoria, Queens, NY
Reviewed documents and provided comments on SOE and repair schemes by others. Provided advice to
Masur, Carp & Rubin, P.C. Counsel for N.P. Holdings, LLC, Developer.
US Land Port of Entry, Massena, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE provided a geotechnical investigation and the accompanying report,
including test pits, borings, and a settlement analysis for new custom screening facilities, including
several low rise buildings booths and parking areas, at this important border crossing. Foundation and
construction recommendations, as well as subgrade recommendations for the pavement design were
also provided.
East River Plaza, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE provided geotechnical site exploration and provided foundation
recommendations for this large multi-use development which spans three blocks from 116th to 119th
Street between Pleasant Avenue and the FDR Drive in Harlem. It is built on the 6.5 acre site of the
abandoned Washburn Wire Factory.
East Lake Plaza, Flushing, Queens, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE provided a subsurface investigation including borings and test pits,
geotechnical report with foundation recommendations for a proposed 16-story residential structure with
3 basements. I provided design of support of excavation with underpinning and slurry wall alternatives.
Rosslyn Central Place WMATA Analysis, Arlington, VA
Structural Engineer. Prior to the construction of a new 24-story office building which straddled an
entrance to DC Metro Station escalators, I analyzed changes in rock and concrete lining stresses in the
subway station were conducted to determine effects of proposed works on the existing facilities;
performed assessment of rock mass geomechanical properties, using Q-system and RMR system ratings
for the rock mass and numerical analysis using finite element method; and performed finite element
modeling using the program Phase 2 program to evaluate changes in stress and displacement in tunnel
liner.
TRANSPORTATION AND TUNNELS
Bridges
Willis Avenue Bridge Minipile Foundation Design, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. The project consisted of the design of mini-pile foundations for a new swing-span
bridge over the Harlem River. Provided design alternative mini-pile foundations using AISC to
substitute temporary and permanent piles specified by contract, including vertical and lateral load
analysis using F-B Pier program and preparation of drawings for construction. Prepared design
calculations for new concrete filled pipe pile with steel reinforcement bars using AISC and designed
pile caps using ACI. Performed a review and check of the As-Built data for the pile installations in
comparison to the Contract Drawings. Performed analysis check of As-built data.
Cooper River Bridge, Charleston, SC
Structural Engineer. Analyzed lateral capacity of 10-12 foot diameter drilled shafts under earthquake
loading to support contractor claim process. Performed analysis using the beam-on-elastic foundation
method as implemented in the L-Pile software package and in conformance with the South Carolina
Building Code. Prepared Expert Witness report.
Tunnels and Subways
PATH Tunnels E&F Condition Survey, Exchange Place to WTC, New York, NY
Security Information Manager (SIM). Responsible for coordinating the implementation and daily
oversight of the policy for the particular Port Authority department, office, business unit, or third party
contractor, vendor or other party during MRCE's condition survey of PATH Tunnels E&F as part of an
On Call Services contract.
Con Ed Harlem River Utilidor for New M-29 Feeder, Bronx-Manhattan, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE led a joint venture effort to design and construct Con Ed's 700 ft long
utility tunnel connecting the Bronx and Manhattan, 150 ft deep under the Harlem River east of the
Brooklyn Bridge. I performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the two shafts
on either end of the tunnel; Q-system and RMR system ratings for the rock mass and initial rock
support; wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program; numerical analysis using finite element
method in Phase 2 program for stresses on shaft liner and shotcrete tunnel liner, rock bolts, and stability
of rock in shafts and tunnel; and prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of
rock bolts and shotcrete for excavation in rock using AISC and ACI.
Con Edison Willis Avenue Bridge HDD Crossing, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. To enable Con Edison to supply four new 138 kV underground transmission
circuits between the Mott Haven Substation in the Bronx and the Park View Substation in Manhattan,
NY, the new lines were installed by HDD crossings of the Harlem River, Harlem River Drive, and a rail
yard. MRCE's included a feasibility study, alignment selection and design. MRCE's responsibilities also
encompassed interpreting the geotechnical data, subsurface conditions, and ground behavior likely to
influence HDD construction activities.
Con Rail Bergen Hill Tunnel, Jersey City, NJ
Structural Engineer. During Consolidated Rail Corporation's evaluation of alternative rail traffic routes
between their Croxton and Oak Island yards, one selected route will use the the Bergen Hill and Waldo
Tunnels. This required clearance in the tunnels to be increased to accommodate taller rail cars. I
performed rock mass assessment to evaluate stability of tunnel during and after rock removal to
increase clearance; and numerical analysis using Phase 2 program for stresses and stability in tunnel
walls and design of tunnel support during expansion using AISC.
New South Ferry Terminal, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. For the design-build project for the construction of the new South Ferry Terminal,
MRCE provided geotechnical and foundation engineering services to allow the construction of a new
structural box under an active subway line. Services included:Design of underpinning sysems for
existing 1/9 and 4/5 subway tunnels; design of excavation support system; geotechnical and dewatering
analysis; and instrumentation and monitoring.
Second Avenue Subway, New York, NY
Structural Engineer. During the construction of New York City's newest subway along 2 Ave from
125th St to the Financial District in Lower Manhattan, I performed engineering services on several
sections:
Phase 1 - 96th to 62nd St. - Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the
two shafts on either end of the station. One shaft was 40 ft x 100 ft and the other 27 ft x 40 ft, and both
were 30 ft deep. Used Dips program for mapping of rock discontinuities, and Q-system and RMR
system to evaluate rock mass properties and stability. Performed wedge stability analysis using
Unwedge program. Performed numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for
analysis of excavation wall and rock anchor and shotcrete support. Prepared design and analysis
calculations for temporary support of excavation in rock using AISC.
Phase 2 - 125th to 96th St. - Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties a for 60
ft deep cut-and-cover excavation adjacent to sensitive buildings, with groundwater only 10 ft below
grade. Used Dips program for mapping of rock discontinuities, and Q-system and RMR system to
evaluate rock mass properties and stability. Performed wedge stability analysis using Unwedge
program. Performed numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for analysis of
excavation wall and rock anchor and shotcrete support. Prepared design and analysis calculations for
temporary support of excavation in rock using AISC.
WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT / SEWERS / DAMS / POWER
New Tank Farm Site Investigation (Atlantic Terminal), Chiriqui Grande, Panama
Structural Engineer. As part of a project to reverse the flow in a pipeline from the Atlantic to the Pacific
Ocean, Petroterminal de Panama (PTP) is constructing new tanks and pump stations. MRCE is
providing geotechnical engineering services to the owner of the pipeline. The work includes a
geotechnical subsurface investigation, seismic hazard studies, evaluation of alternative foundations for
the new oil storage tanks, and monitoring of construction.
NYCDEP Gilboa Dam, Schoharie County, NY
Structural Engineer. Rehabilitation of the existing embankment and gravity dam to improve stability
under design flood conditions. As part of an effort undertaken by the New York City Department of
Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) to provide emergency repairs to the Gilboa Dam, MRCE
performed various geotechnical services. These included peer review of the geotechnical investigation
performed to recover embankment soil samples and concrete and rock core to determine shear strength;
a concrete degradation assessment; and a dam stability evaluation.
NYCDEP Newtown Creek Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrade, Brooklyn, NY
Structural Engineer. Performed support of excavation calculations for this major expansion of the
existing plant situated in an area containing contaminated groundwater. The support of excavation
included the design of rakers, wales and soldier piles and steel sheet piling using AISC Steel Manual
and heel block design using ACI. Performed a comprehensive review of contractor submittals relating
to the contract drawings and specifications relating to earth work, foundation design and support of
excavation in compliance with the New York City Building Code.
West Dearborn CSO No. 5, Dearborn, MI
Structural Engineer. Provided a peer review of Ben Gerwick's study of causes of caisson failure and
planned methods of completing construction. The 70' ID caisson being sunk 150' into rock through
weak clay and sand and then hard glacial till had tipped 3' from vertical.
60 L Street New Interceptor Sewer (NoMA - Square 673), Washington, DC
Structural Engineer. Reviewed inspection procedures for new interceptor sewer at a commercial
development and reviewed contractor's support of excavation design calculations and drawings for
building foundation construction.
Consolidated Edison Gas Lines Vibration Monitoring, Queens, NY
Structural Engineer. Monitored vibrations during jacking of pipes below Con Edison gas lines at Cross
Island Parkway.
MARINE AND WATERFRONT
Harrison Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) Remediation, Harrison/Newark, NJ
Structural Engineer. Designed jet grouting used to seal cofferdams around gas lines 40 ft below ground
surface and 30ft below water line.
PJ-4 Onshore Range Tower, Bayonne, NJ
Structural Engineer. Analysis of pile arrangement and pile cap in FB-Multi Pier and review of caisson
design and final calculations for the design and construction of U.S Coast Guard Aid to Navigation PJ-4
Onshore Range Tower.
General Dynamics Electric Boat Graving Docks 1 & 2, Groton, CT
Structural Engineer. MRCE designed temporary support for sheet piling forms for construction of
concrete encasement for existing cell walls of graving docks for long-term life extension. MRCE
performed analysis and designed sheet piling under various stages of construction during concrete
placement. MRCE also prepared drawings, including plans, sections, details, construction procedures,
and prepare a monitoring program to verify adequacy of design loads during concrete placement.
Dundalk Marine Terminal Remediation, Baltimore, MD
Structural Engineer. Performed conceptual design of a 5 million cubic yard remedial excavation at a
148-acre waterfront site. Computed excavation volumes, construction logistics, and production rates,
including import of clean fill and offsite transport of excavated spoils by rail, to meet project deadline.
Reviewed available data and selected soil profile and soil parameters. Performed remedy cost estimate
using MEANS Heavy Construction Cost data and local supplier price quotes. Prepared analysis report.
Prepared data reports for water collection data and soil movements. Data was collected with
inclinometers for soil movement and then documented and analyzed and compared with baseline
readings.
Marine Company 1 Firehouse (Pier 53), New York, NY
Structural Engineer. MRCE designed a new pier structure to support the new FDNY Marine Company
1 Firehouse Building, which is over water. This work has been undertaken on behalf of the Hudson
River Park Trust. Other design elements included a new wave screen system and marine floats for a fire
boat and a rescue craft mooring and access; bulkhead modifications; existing finger pier fender system
modifications for a new 140-foot fire boat; and mooring and breasting dolphins.
Port of Albany Wharf Replacement & Rehabilitation, Albany, NY
Structural Engineer. Provided marine structural engineering services on a new wharf that extends from
Shed No. 4 to Shed No. 5. Services include design of a tied-back pile-supported high-level reinforced
concrete platform and steel sheet pile bulkhead with new fender systems and upland rail links.
NJ Transit Hoboken Terminal Structural Inspection, Hoboken, NJ
Structural Engineer. Performed extensive field investigation at the Hoboken Terminal Train Shed and
Train Concourse to document existing structural conditions. The work included coordination,
supervision and inspection of concrete encased steel members, concrete roof panels, columns and
bracing system. Used non-destructive testing methods to asses structural conditions, including visual
inspection and light impact to detect hollow areas or delaminated concrete. Recorded observations
using photographs and project-specific forms.

Resume - Schoregge

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    Gina-Marie Schoregge, P.E. 895Pinelawn Ave. Copiague, NY, 11726 Cell: (516)404-6709 Email: gmz1722@gmail.com Company Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers 2006 to Present Title Professionsal Engineer and Health and Safety Coordinator Education Hofstra University, BE-Structural Engineering, 2006 Professional Registration(s) and Certification(s) Professional Engineer: 2013/New York 10-Hour Health and Safety in Construction (29 CFR 1926.2) 40-Hour HAZWOPER trained (29 CFR 1910.120 ( e)) 4 Hour Scaffold User training (valid through 3/8/16) Project Experience BUILDINGS AND DEVELOPMENTS Exelon Headquarters, Baltimore, MD Project Manager. Construction of new headquarters tower within Honeywell's former Baltimore Works environmental remediation site required foundation construction within a multimedia cap and underlying chromium contaminated ground. The urban development is located on fill inboard of a Multi-Purpose Levee. A 25-story concrete office and 9-Story concrete garage structures are supported on high-capacity pipe piles, and a 1-story green roof central plaza is supported on piles which transition into columns supporting the upper platform. Oversaw, reviewed and checked design of pile foundations, sheet pile retaining walls, concrete retaining walls, pile supported platforms, cap restoration details, drainage and earthwork. Developed construction sequence for foundations. Developed Construction Plans for Monitoring and Pile Load Tests. Developed Engineering Evaluations, Conceptual and Detailed Development Plans for the MDE and EPA approval. Developed Value Engineering Study for Developer. Wrote proposals for additional work added to scope. Oversaw/managed budget and staffing. Attended several public meetings. Developed GMP and Construction Drawing sets for Baltimore City and Contractor. Will provide construction support and review of construction document and submittals. Will Develop Record drawings for submittal to Baltimore City and Maryland. World Trade Center Vehicle Security Center and Bus Facitily, New York, NY Structural Engineer and Security Information Manager (SIM). The VSC will provide underground police and security screening of buses, trucks, and cars entering the WTC site and its facilities. I was responsible for corrdinating the implementation and daily oversight of the policy for the particular Port Authority department, office, business unit, or third party contractor, vender or other party. As Structural Engineer, Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the entire facility excavation. Performed Q-system and RMR system ratings for the rock mass and initial rock support. Performed wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program. Performed numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for stresses and stability of temporary support of excavation wall. Prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of excavation in rock with rock bolts and shotcrete using AISC and ACI.
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    World Trade CenterTower One, New York, NY Structural Engineer. Provided construction support services related to the stabilization and rehabilitation of the Vesey and West Street slurry walls relevant to the Freedom Tower construction. World Trade Center Tower Two, New York, NY Structural Engineer. Providing geotechnical engineering services to WSP Cantor Seinuk, the foundation engineer for Tower Two. MRCE designed the subgrade drainage system and selected foundation, and provided construction support services during construction. World Trade Center East Bathtub, New York, NY Structural Engineer. Engineering design services provided for a building foundation Re-Use Study for future development of WTC east bathtub, which is the future site of Towers 2, 3 & 4. Westchester's Ridge Hill Development, Yonkers, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE was the foundation engineer for the entire Ridge Hill site, an 80-acre mixed-use development including retail, commercial, residential and structural parking space. MRCE provided subsurface investigations for the 15 new buildings and 2 miles of roads, including a new bridge over the New York State Thruway and a new connector road to the Sprain Parkway. This project has also entailed extensive rock blasting; monitoring the blasting vibrations and designing stable rock slopes; designing recommendations and stability analyses for retaining walls including: T-Walls up to 42 feet high and Keystone retaining walls. MRCE also designed support of excavation systems for the contractor and provided on-site inspection services. Harbor Point Area 2, Baltimore, MD Structural Engineer. MRCE provided geotechnical engineering and design of new pile foundations for several new buildings in a development constructed adjacent to the Fells Point section of the Baltimore Inner Harbor. I designed concrete filled pipe piles with pile cap foundations for three 6 to 12 story buildings in conformance with AISC, ACI and Baltimore Building Codes, performed foundation cost estimate using MEANS Heavy Construction Cost data and local supplier price quotes, prepared contract drawings and specifications for developer, and reviewed Shop Drawings for conformance with the contract documents and specifications. 35-40 30th Street Damage Investigation, Astoria, Queens, NY Reviewed documents and provided comments on SOE and repair schemes by others. Provided advice to Masur, Carp & Rubin, P.C. Counsel for N.P. Holdings, LLC, Developer. US Land Port of Entry, Massena, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE provided a geotechnical investigation and the accompanying report, including test pits, borings, and a settlement analysis for new custom screening facilities, including several low rise buildings booths and parking areas, at this important border crossing. Foundation and construction recommendations, as well as subgrade recommendations for the pavement design were also provided. East River Plaza, New York, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE provided geotechnical site exploration and provided foundation recommendations for this large multi-use development which spans three blocks from 116th to 119th Street between Pleasant Avenue and the FDR Drive in Harlem. It is built on the 6.5 acre site of the abandoned Washburn Wire Factory. East Lake Plaza, Flushing, Queens, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE provided a subsurface investigation including borings and test pits, geotechnical report with foundation recommendations for a proposed 16-story residential structure with 3 basements. I provided design of support of excavation with underpinning and slurry wall alternatives. Rosslyn Central Place WMATA Analysis, Arlington, VA Structural Engineer. Prior to the construction of a new 24-story office building which straddled an entrance to DC Metro Station escalators, I analyzed changes in rock and concrete lining stresses in the subway station were conducted to determine effects of proposed works on the existing facilities; performed assessment of rock mass geomechanical properties, using Q-system and RMR system ratings for the rock mass and numerical analysis using finite element method; and performed finite element modeling using the program Phase 2 program to evaluate changes in stress and displacement in tunnel liner.
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    TRANSPORTATION AND TUNNELS Bridges WillisAvenue Bridge Minipile Foundation Design, New York, NY Structural Engineer. The project consisted of the design of mini-pile foundations for a new swing-span bridge over the Harlem River. Provided design alternative mini-pile foundations using AISC to substitute temporary and permanent piles specified by contract, including vertical and lateral load analysis using F-B Pier program and preparation of drawings for construction. Prepared design calculations for new concrete filled pipe pile with steel reinforcement bars using AISC and designed pile caps using ACI. Performed a review and check of the As-Built data for the pile installations in comparison to the Contract Drawings. Performed analysis check of As-built data. Cooper River Bridge, Charleston, SC Structural Engineer. Analyzed lateral capacity of 10-12 foot diameter drilled shafts under earthquake loading to support contractor claim process. Performed analysis using the beam-on-elastic foundation method as implemented in the L-Pile software package and in conformance with the South Carolina Building Code. Prepared Expert Witness report. Tunnels and Subways PATH Tunnels E&F Condition Survey, Exchange Place to WTC, New York, NY Security Information Manager (SIM). Responsible for coordinating the implementation and daily oversight of the policy for the particular Port Authority department, office, business unit, or third party contractor, vendor or other party during MRCE's condition survey of PATH Tunnels E&F as part of an On Call Services contract. Con Ed Harlem River Utilidor for New M-29 Feeder, Bronx-Manhattan, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE led a joint venture effort to design and construct Con Ed's 700 ft long utility tunnel connecting the Bronx and Manhattan, 150 ft deep under the Harlem River east of the Brooklyn Bridge. I performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the two shafts on either end of the tunnel; Q-system and RMR system ratings for the rock mass and initial rock support; wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program; numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for stresses on shaft liner and shotcrete tunnel liner, rock bolts, and stability of rock in shafts and tunnel; and prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of rock bolts and shotcrete for excavation in rock using AISC and ACI. Con Edison Willis Avenue Bridge HDD Crossing, New York, NY Structural Engineer. To enable Con Edison to supply four new 138 kV underground transmission circuits between the Mott Haven Substation in the Bronx and the Park View Substation in Manhattan, NY, the new lines were installed by HDD crossings of the Harlem River, Harlem River Drive, and a rail yard. MRCE's included a feasibility study, alignment selection and design. MRCE's responsibilities also encompassed interpreting the geotechnical data, subsurface conditions, and ground behavior likely to influence HDD construction activities. Con Rail Bergen Hill Tunnel, Jersey City, NJ Structural Engineer. During Consolidated Rail Corporation's evaluation of alternative rail traffic routes between their Croxton and Oak Island yards, one selected route will use the the Bergen Hill and Waldo Tunnels. This required clearance in the tunnels to be increased to accommodate taller rail cars. I performed rock mass assessment to evaluate stability of tunnel during and after rock removal to increase clearance; and numerical analysis using Phase 2 program for stresses and stability in tunnel walls and design of tunnel support during expansion using AISC. New South Ferry Terminal, New York, NY Structural Engineer. For the design-build project for the construction of the new South Ferry Terminal, MRCE provided geotechnical and foundation engineering services to allow the construction of a new structural box under an active subway line. Services included:Design of underpinning sysems for existing 1/9 and 4/5 subway tunnels; design of excavation support system; geotechnical and dewatering analysis; and instrumentation and monitoring. Second Avenue Subway, New York, NY Structural Engineer. During the construction of New York City's newest subway along 2 Ave from 125th St to the Financial District in Lower Manhattan, I performed engineering services on several
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    sections: Phase 1 -96th to 62nd St. - Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties for the two shafts on either end of the station. One shaft was 40 ft x 100 ft and the other 27 ft x 40 ft, and both were 30 ft deep. Used Dips program for mapping of rock discontinuities, and Q-system and RMR system to evaluate rock mass properties and stability. Performed wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program. Performed numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for analysis of excavation wall and rock anchor and shotcrete support. Prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of excavation in rock using AISC. Phase 2 - 125th to 96th St. - Performed assessment of rock mass and geomechanical properties a for 60 ft deep cut-and-cover excavation adjacent to sensitive buildings, with groundwater only 10 ft below grade. Used Dips program for mapping of rock discontinuities, and Q-system and RMR system to evaluate rock mass properties and stability. Performed wedge stability analysis using Unwedge program. Performed numerical analysis using finite element method in Phase 2 program for analysis of excavation wall and rock anchor and shotcrete support. Prepared design and analysis calculations for temporary support of excavation in rock using AISC. WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT / SEWERS / DAMS / POWER New Tank Farm Site Investigation (Atlantic Terminal), Chiriqui Grande, Panama Structural Engineer. As part of a project to reverse the flow in a pipeline from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, Petroterminal de Panama (PTP) is constructing new tanks and pump stations. MRCE is providing geotechnical engineering services to the owner of the pipeline. The work includes a geotechnical subsurface investigation, seismic hazard studies, evaluation of alternative foundations for the new oil storage tanks, and monitoring of construction. NYCDEP Gilboa Dam, Schoharie County, NY Structural Engineer. Rehabilitation of the existing embankment and gravity dam to improve stability under design flood conditions. As part of an effort undertaken by the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP) to provide emergency repairs to the Gilboa Dam, MRCE performed various geotechnical services. These included peer review of the geotechnical investigation performed to recover embankment soil samples and concrete and rock core to determine shear strength; a concrete degradation assessment; and a dam stability evaluation. NYCDEP Newtown Creek Water Pollution Control Plant Upgrade, Brooklyn, NY Structural Engineer. Performed support of excavation calculations for this major expansion of the existing plant situated in an area containing contaminated groundwater. The support of excavation included the design of rakers, wales and soldier piles and steel sheet piling using AISC Steel Manual and heel block design using ACI. Performed a comprehensive review of contractor submittals relating to the contract drawings and specifications relating to earth work, foundation design and support of excavation in compliance with the New York City Building Code. West Dearborn CSO No. 5, Dearborn, MI Structural Engineer. Provided a peer review of Ben Gerwick's study of causes of caisson failure and planned methods of completing construction. The 70' ID caisson being sunk 150' into rock through weak clay and sand and then hard glacial till had tipped 3' from vertical. 60 L Street New Interceptor Sewer (NoMA - Square 673), Washington, DC Structural Engineer. Reviewed inspection procedures for new interceptor sewer at a commercial development and reviewed contractor's support of excavation design calculations and drawings for building foundation construction. Consolidated Edison Gas Lines Vibration Monitoring, Queens, NY Structural Engineer. Monitored vibrations during jacking of pipes below Con Edison gas lines at Cross Island Parkway. MARINE AND WATERFRONT Harrison Manufactured Gas Plant (MGP) Remediation, Harrison/Newark, NJ Structural Engineer. Designed jet grouting used to seal cofferdams around gas lines 40 ft below ground surface and 30ft below water line.
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    PJ-4 Onshore RangeTower, Bayonne, NJ Structural Engineer. Analysis of pile arrangement and pile cap in FB-Multi Pier and review of caisson design and final calculations for the design and construction of U.S Coast Guard Aid to Navigation PJ-4 Onshore Range Tower. General Dynamics Electric Boat Graving Docks 1 & 2, Groton, CT Structural Engineer. MRCE designed temporary support for sheet piling forms for construction of concrete encasement for existing cell walls of graving docks for long-term life extension. MRCE performed analysis and designed sheet piling under various stages of construction during concrete placement. MRCE also prepared drawings, including plans, sections, details, construction procedures, and prepare a monitoring program to verify adequacy of design loads during concrete placement. Dundalk Marine Terminal Remediation, Baltimore, MD Structural Engineer. Performed conceptual design of a 5 million cubic yard remedial excavation at a 148-acre waterfront site. Computed excavation volumes, construction logistics, and production rates, including import of clean fill and offsite transport of excavated spoils by rail, to meet project deadline. Reviewed available data and selected soil profile and soil parameters. Performed remedy cost estimate using MEANS Heavy Construction Cost data and local supplier price quotes. Prepared analysis report. Prepared data reports for water collection data and soil movements. Data was collected with inclinometers for soil movement and then documented and analyzed and compared with baseline readings. Marine Company 1 Firehouse (Pier 53), New York, NY Structural Engineer. MRCE designed a new pier structure to support the new FDNY Marine Company 1 Firehouse Building, which is over water. This work has been undertaken on behalf of the Hudson River Park Trust. Other design elements included a new wave screen system and marine floats for a fire boat and a rescue craft mooring and access; bulkhead modifications; existing finger pier fender system modifications for a new 140-foot fire boat; and mooring and breasting dolphins. Port of Albany Wharf Replacement & Rehabilitation, Albany, NY Structural Engineer. Provided marine structural engineering services on a new wharf that extends from Shed No. 4 to Shed No. 5. Services include design of a tied-back pile-supported high-level reinforced concrete platform and steel sheet pile bulkhead with new fender systems and upland rail links. NJ Transit Hoboken Terminal Structural Inspection, Hoboken, NJ Structural Engineer. Performed extensive field investigation at the Hoboken Terminal Train Shed and Train Concourse to document existing structural conditions. The work included coordination, supervision and inspection of concrete encased steel members, concrete roof panels, columns and bracing system. Used non-destructive testing methods to asses structural conditions, including visual inspection and light impact to detect hollow areas or delaminated concrete. Recorded observations using photographs and project-specific forms.