B&R Consulting Engineers, Inc.City of La Quinta
Statement of Qualifications
Construction Management and Inspection
Services for Highway 111 Rehabilitation
Project No. 2022-25
November 18, 2024
34432 Yucaipa Blvd., Suite C ♦ Yucaipa, CA 92399
Fred Valencia, PE ♦ (909) 915-4825 ♦ fvalencia@bandreng.com
Nahro Saoud, PE, QSD ♦ (909) 556-7721 ♦ nsaoud@bandreng.com
November 18, 2024
City of La Quinta
Carley Escarrega
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
(760) 777 – 7096
cescarrega@LaQuintaCA.gov
RE: RFP – CM – Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project – 2022-25
Dear Ms. Escarrega:
In response to the City’s Request for Qualifications referenced above, B&R Consulting Engineers
Inc. (B&R) is pleased to submit this proposal for an opportunity to provide Professional
Construction Management and Construction Inspection as needed to support the City of La
Quinta in the construction and delivery for the Highway 111 rehabilitation project. The B&R
Team has a proven track record of success delivering projects on budget and schedule through
our cost effective and value-adding services. We are confident that our team is ideally suited to
provide the most comprehensive and cost effective services while addressing the most
challenging problems.
A Qualified Team of Diverse & Local Construction Management & Engineering Professionals
B&R is ready to provide the City of La Quinta with excellent engineering and construction
expertise. The B&R staff have had many years of experience on a myriad of projects of varying
scope, cost, and complexity. Our Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) is 84-3780798, and B&R
has been in operation and managing construction operations since 2019 (5 Years) but have staff
with over 30 years of construction management and inspection experience. B&R specializes in
construction management, construction engineering, inspection services, office engineering,
constructability reviews, value engineering, claims management, and contract administration for
public works and transportation projects. Our team is experienced in the construction of
retention basins (above and below ground), street improvements, traffic control, bridge
construction, AC Pavements, PCC pavements, pre-cast slabs, curb and gutter, ADA accessible curb
ramps, retaining walls, sound walls, drainage facilities including storm drains, impact basins,
inlets, channels, and reinforced concrete box culverts and new traffic signal installations and
modifications to existing traffic signals.
If successful, the B&R Team will be called upon to provide construction management and
inspection for the Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project. We are prepared to provide a scope of the
services that meets or exceeds the requirements set forth in the City’s RFQ. Therefore, our goal
is to ensure that we have the depth of resources readily available that are multi-skilled, qualified,
experienced, and efficient.
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B&R Team Responsiveness and Commitment
Our team is structured to be responsive to your needs and commits our principals and support
staff to this important contract. The B&R Team commits to providing 100% of the City’s needs. To
ensure success, the Project Construction Engineers (Key Staff) will take an active role in providing the
scope of services required. Our Project Construction Managers, Fred and Nahro, with the support of our
team of highly skilled and multidisciplinary experts, are extremely confident in our ability to get
the job done right in a cost effective manner.
B&R Benefits
■ Expertise Developed Over Many Years Delivering Successful Transportation Projects
■ Ability to Provide Timely and Exceptional Quality Work in an Efficient Manner
■ Proven Experience in Construction Management and Construction Engineering
■ Familiar with Caltrans and Federal Procedures
■ Experience with delivering projects with Federal Highway Administration requirements
■ Ability to Provide Cost Effective Solutions and Negotiate Contract Change Orders
■ Ability to Provide Staff on a Full-Time or Part-Time Basis in Response to Workload Demands
■ Review of Contractor Submittals for Contract Compliance and Provide Comments to City
■ Effective Internal Company Cost Controls For Lower Costs
■ Key Staff With Proven Responsiveness
■ 100% Commitment to this Endeavor
Key Staff of Multi-Skilled Construction Experts
We understand that personnel consistency and the ability to meet fluctuating workload demands
is of the utmost importance. Providing the City with reputable options, B&R is proposing highly
qualified professionals to serve as Project Construction Engineers and support personnel for the
length of the contract. The selected individual(s) will report directly to City staff and work from the
field, fulfilling the entire Scope of Work as listed in the RFQ. We understand that the City is looking
for Project Construction Engineers who can perform all the requested services. We are confident
everyone that we are offering, all of whom are seasoned and have experience in Caltrans
Standards and in-depth familiarity of the “Greenbook”, can fill these needs. We know project
administration and record keeping are critical to ensure the funding is secured for the projects.
Solid Track Record Performing Construction Services and Established Professional
Relationships
B&R staff in this proposal have built strong professional relationships over the last 30 years and
have a long history of working together to deliver many successful transportation projects. As an
Area Construction Manager with Caltrans, I had the privilege of working with Nahro Saoud in his
roles as a Resident Engineer and Structures Representative, Manny Yogarajah as a Resident
Engineer, and Lorraine Rodriguez as Assistant Resident Engineers on several transportation
projects. Now working together as a small firm, we can offer the City of La Quinta the flexibility
to augment staff as needed to deliver this roadway rehabilitation project. B&R offers the City the
flexibility to mobilize construction field staff on short notice and our ability to handle complex
assignments. B&R addresses conflicts in the field by taking control and resolving complex
construction matters immediately, thereby lifting the burden off our clients while always keeping
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them informed of the project status. Any unanticipated change in site conditions can be
addressed, if needed, by B&R’s experienced team where solutions are devised and proposed for
quick review and approval, thus reducing costs and minimizing delays.
Cost Effective Services for Efficient Management
B&R maintains a very aggressive cost control system to ensure that we are competitive in the
industry and cost effective for our clients. Our current fee schedule provides all-inclusive rates
that are the same for straight time and overtime, even on projects requiring payment of prevailing
wages for field staff. All vehicle, phone, computer, and travel time costs are included in our fee
structure. This system simplifies tracking and stops overtime and direct costs from chipping away
at the budget. Being a small firm, our low overheads are an added benefit.
The staff of B&R Consulting Engineers Inc. always strive to improve our product quality, staff
utilization, and productivity in our engineering and construction services, with a focus on
achieving a high level of service on our projects. We take pride in the large number of industry
professionals, Cities, Local Agencies, and Caltrans Staff with whom we continue to have
professional relationships. Our team is ready to hit the ground running, and we are extremely
confident in our ability to get the job done right.
I, Fred Valencia, as the Project Manager/Project Construction Engineer, am fully committed to
providing all the resources required to ensure the success of the City’s projects. All information
provided in this proposal is valid for a period of at least ninety (90) days from the date of this
letter. Furthermore, any individual who will perform work for the City as part of this proposal is
free of any conflict of interest. All personnel assigned to this project will act in the best interest
of the City, ensuring impartiality and objectivity in all duties performed. I may be reached at (909)
915-4825 or at fvalencia@bandreng.com. B&R looks forward to this opportunity to provide
construction management services to the City of La Quinta.
Respectfully Submitted,
B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
Federico C. Valencia, PE
President
Office Address: 34432 Yucaipa Blvd Suite C
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Email: fvalencia@bandreng.com
Phone: (909) 915-4825
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction Letter
Project Experience and References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Organization Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Scope of Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Project Understanding and Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Complementary Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Attachments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Disclosure
Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements
Non-Collusion Affidavit
Acknowledgement of Addenda
Appendix (Resumes)
SECTION PAGE
Project Experience and References
The 6th Place Low Water Crossing Project in the City of Yucaipa replace the existing
low water crossing at Wildwood Creek with triple box culverts. The project limits
included the full length of 6th Place from Wildwood Canyon Road to Avenue G. This
project was similar to other recent projects in the City of Yucaipa that provide a safe
crossing for vehicular and pedestrian traffic by replacing the existing low water
crossings at washes with all weather crossings.
The 6th Place Low Water Crossing Project, in addition to the 8’ x 14’ triple box culverts,
included channel improvements in Wildwood Creek, street improvements at the
bridge and roadway approaches, a maintenance access ramp to the channel, curb and
gutters, sidewalks, access improvements to the adjacent private properties and the
construction of an underground storm drain system.
B&R staff have provided services to the City of Yucaipa under this agreement in
support of several projects. The Fremont Low Water Crossing (LWC) was one of these
projects. The Fremont LWC consisted primarily of the construction of triple 10’ x 14’
reinforced concrete box culverts under a reconstructed Fremont Street to provide an
all weather crosing. In addition, the project provided for the widening of Fremont
Street to include curb and gutter, sidewalks, fencing, surface drainage facilities, and
multi-use trails. Channel improvements were also constructed to protect the facility.
These included extensive grading, headwalls, wingwalls, cutoff walls, concreted rip-
rap installation both upstream and downstream, rehabilitation of existing energy
dissipators, concrete aprons, and concrete slope paving.
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6th Place Low Water Crossing Box Culvert, City of Yucaipa
Project Features
• City of Yucaipa
• Caltrans District 8 oversight
• Low water crossing box
culverts
• Roadway widening
• Local street improvement
• Utility relocations
Key Personnel Involved:
• Fred Valencia
• Nahro Saoud
• Lorraine Rodriguez
Project Start: Jan 2018
Construction Cost: $2.5M
Completion: Jan 2019
Reference:
City of Yucaipa
Landon Kern, PE
Assistant City Engineer
(909) 797-2489 Ext. 288
Project Features:
• City of Yucaipa
• Caltrans District 8 oversight
• Triple 10’ x 14’ concrete
box culverts
• Roadway widening
• Local street improvement
• Utility relocations
Key Personnel Involved:
• Fred Valencia
• Nahro Saoud
Project Start: Jan 2019
Construction Cost: $2.3M
Completion: Oct 2019
Reference:
City of Yucaipa
Landon Kern, PE
Assistant City Engineer
(909) 797-2489 Ext. 288
Fremont Low Water Crossing Box Culvert, City of Yucaipa
The primary services provided by B&R staff
on this project was construction
management, inspection services, and
coordination with utility companies,
residents, surveyor, and Contractor.
The purpose of this box culvert installation
was to enhance groundwater recharge and
provide flood protection and public safety
by allowing vehicular and pedestrian access
at all times, specifically during significant
storm events. Historically, Fremont Street
would be closed to traffic due to storm
waters in Wilson Creek.
The Yucaipa Boulevard Phase I and II Improvements Project primarily widens
Yucaipa Boulevard from 4 to 6 lanes. The limits of Phase I are from the Hampton/
Avenue E intersection to east of 18th Street and the limits of Phase II are from west
of 16th Street to 15th Street. In addition to widening the Boulevard, the project
included surface drainage, catch basins and storm drain systems, curb and gutter,
sidewalks, ADA compliant curb ramps, retaining walls, a raised center median, new
traffic signals, under-grounding of utility lines and removal of overhead utilities,
utility poles and other utility work such as utility vaults, and conduits. The project
includes coordinating with utility companies to complete about 18th Street sewer,
water, television, telephone and TV/communication cable underground/relocation
work. These first two phases of improvements on Yucaipa Boulevard improve traffic
circulation to and from the I-10 freeway, they enhance pedestrian safety, and
improve local drainage.
B&R staff continue to provide construction management services as the final work
at the Chinaberry Street intersection is completed and the project enters the close-
out phase.
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Project Features:
• City of Yucaipa
• Caltrans District 8 oversight
• Storm Drains
• Curb and Gutter
• Curb Ramps
• Utility Relocations
• Traffic Signals
• Retaining Walls
• Roadway widening
• Local street improvement
Personnel Involved:
• Fred Valencia
• Nahro Saoud
• Lorraine Rodriguez
• Manny Yogarajah
Project Start: Oct 2017
Construction Cost: $8.2M
Completion: Jul 2019
Reference:
City of Yucaipa
Landon Kern, PE
Assistant City Engineer
(909) 797-2489 Ext. 288
Yucaipa Blvd. Phase I and II Street Improvements, City of Yucaipa
The Avenue 52 Grade Separation Project is located in the City of Coachella adjacent
to a Union Pacific Railroad line. The project constructed a new overhead structure,
from Calle Limon to approximately 600’ east of Industrial Way/Tyler Street, spanning
over UPRR mainline tracks and Grapefruit Boulevard (a.k.a. Highway 111).
Improvements included a new connector road from Avenue 52 to Grapefruit
Boulevard at Sunset Drive, widening Grapefruit Boulevard, extending Sunset Drive,
and repaving a portion of Grapefruit Boulevard for approximately 2.75-miles as a
detour road. The new Avenue 52 overhead is a new three-span, 349’ long structure
that can accommodate an ultimate six- lane corridor concept. Mr. Saoud’s team
completed this project under budget with $1.8 million remaining in contingencies.
Additional project features included:
Construct Retention Basin with two drywells
New signalized intersections for safer, more efficient vehicular, bicycle, and
pedestrian movements
Improved streets that are wider and include additional, safer pedestrian and
bicycle facilities
Improved drainage for more-effective stormwater and pollution control
Enhanced visual impacts including aesthetic wall treatments, bridge pilasters,
and ornamental lighting
Installed sewer for Coachella Valley Water District
Installed conduits for Imperial Irrigation District power line relocations
Services included:
Unique to this project was the
construction of an earth retention basin
to collect run off from the west and
approaching the intersection of Sunset
Drive and Avenue 52 and control its
discharge. The facility will prevent run off
from flooding the intersection at Sunset
and Grapefruit Boulevard (HWY 111).
Due to the high clay content of the area,
drywells were constructed under the
retention basin to assist with draining
and eliminate ponding inside the basin.
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Contract administration Safety Compliance
Resident Engineer/Structure Rep. SWPPP Enforcement
Claims Mitigation/Resolution Inspection
Constructability Review Office Engineering
Utility relocation coordination
Avenue 52 Grade Separation
CMAA 2017 Public Works
Project Achievement Award
Relevant Project Experience:
• Worked closely with local
agencies
• Roadway and Structure Work
• New grade separation over
railroad and highway
• Unique geometrics for
efficient construction to
meet schedule
• Aesthetic features
• Major utility relocations
Personnel Involved:
• Nahro Saoud
(RE and Structure Rep)
• Lorraine Rodriguez
• Walid Saoud
• Adel Rashid
Project Start: Jan 2014
Construction Cost: $22M
Completion: Jun 2016
Reference:
Andrew Simmons, P.E.
City Engineer
760.398.3502 ext. 134
asimmons@coachella.org
Avenue 52 Grade Separation, City of Coachella
Dry Wells
The Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Station Design-Build Project is located in
Fontana, California. This $21.7 million project was designed to create a maintenance
station for the Caltrans landscape crew and to provide significant street improvements
to Cherry Avenue in Fontana. In addition to establishing a fully functional maintenance
yard, the project scope included extensive infrastructure upgrades, such as asphalt
concrete (AC) pavement, utility relocations, curb and gutter installations, storm
drainage systems, sidewalks, curb ramps, driveways, and roadway widening.
B&R’s project team delivered comprehensive inspection and office engineering
services to Caltrans, ensuring quality and compliance across all phases. They
collaborated closely with the City of Fontana, the project’s contractor, utility
companies, and multiple Caltrans units, facilitating coordination and efficiency in
delivering this vital community infrastructure. The team played a key role in managing
day-to-day project operations, adhering to safety and environmental standards, and
coordinating with stakeholders to minimize disruptions and ensure timely completion.
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Project Features:
• Caltrans District 8
• Storm Drains
• Curb and Gutter
• Curb Ramps
• Utility Relocations
• AC Pavement
• Roadway widening
• Local street improvement
Personnel Involved:
• Lorraine Rodriguez
• Khalid Saoud
Project Start: Jun 2020
Construction Cost: $21.7M
Completion: May 2024
Reference:
Caltrans
Tim Flores, PE
Caltrans Senior Transportation
Engineer
(951) 830-6254
08-R4204 CaltransDesign-Build Landscape Maintenance Station
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ORGANIZATION CHARTHighway 111 Rehabilitation Project – 2022-25
Lorraine Rodriguez
Support Staff
Construction Manager
Fred Valencia, PE
- Key Personnel
Legend
Inspector
Construction Manager
Nahro Saoud, PE, QSD Manny Yogarajah, PE, QSD 1
Walid Saoud, PE
Khalid Saoud, PE
Ammar Aldulaimi
Adel Rashid
Inspector
Note: As instructed in RFQ, staff to provide support services will be assigned, in varying levels of
responsibility and as needed by the CITY to meet the project schedule, project requirements and
construction activities.
Subconsultant: 1 JT Engineers & Associates
Carley Escarrega
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Scope of Services
B&R Consulting Engineers Inc. (B&R) is a construction management firm that can
provide high quality construction management, construction engineering, land
surveying, inspection services, office engineering, constructability reviews, claims
management, and contract administration for public works and transportation
projects. The firm principles have over 35 years of experience in the industry. Most
of that experience was gained working on a myriad of Caltrans highway roadway
and structures projects. That experience has served the B&R team members well,
allowing for the successful completion of several City of Yucaipa projects. Some of
these projects required construction in phases like the Wilson III Basin projects and
the Dunlap Boulevard Bridge Replacement project. The B&R Team partnered with
the City to develop bid packages including plans and specifications to
accommodate the phasing of projects.
Our team specializes in bridges, highways, and municipal infrastructure. B&R can
provide specialized construction expertise in roadway construction, earthwork,
utilities, storm drains, concrete and asphalt paving, highway electrical/traffic signal
installation/lighting, bridge construction, box culverts, retention basins, SWPPP,
striping and traffic detours, office engineering, CPM scheduling, and dispute
resolution.
B&R can also provide land survey services. Our licensed land survey staff is
experienced in all types of surveying including GPS, conventional, boundary,
topographic, construction, structural steel, Civil 3D/AUTOCAD drawings and maps.
Our licensed land surveyor is also a Certified Party Chief in Subdivision, Boundary,
Construction, and Topographic Surveys.
B&R understands the inherent limitations of construction contract administration
budgets on municipal projects. B&R staff are multi-skilled and can perform the full
scope of these projects without the need for additional staff. B&R is also able to
provide staffing as needed when needed or on a part time basis.
B&R is certified as a DBE firm in the State of California and our firm’s office is in the
City of Yucaipa.
B&R is a California Corporation and is owned and managed by licensed Civil
Engineers. B&R staff are experienced with projects of all sizes and scope. All our
experience is derived from working on highway and bridge projects and local City
and County projects. Most of our team members have worked in both the public
and private sector. In addition, we have experience working in both an oversight
role with local agencies delivering their projects and experience working for a local
agency helping deliver their projects that have State and Federal Oversight.
Financial Condition
B&R is in excellent financial condition, and we have never defaulted on any
financial obligations. We can meet all financial obligations necessary to
complete the assignment. There is no pending litigation or impending merger
of the firm.
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SERVICES:
CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT & INSPECTION
• Resident Engineer/ Structure
Representative
• Prepare Project Correspondence
• Construction Inspection
• SWPPP Inspection
• Constructability Review
• Risk Management
• Value Engineering
LAND SURVEYING
• Construction Staking
• Property Line Surveys
• Legal Descriptions
• Topographic/Contour Surveys
• Roadway Cross Sections
• Centerline Ties and Monumentation
• Utility Positive Location
• Sewer and Storm Drain Invert
Location
OFFICE ENGINEERING
• Develop and Maintain Project Files
• Track and Document Bid Item
Quantities
• Prepare Contract Change Orders
HIGHWAY & BRIDGE ENGINEERING
• Independent Check & Plan/ Peer
Review
• Bridge Shoring and Falsework
Submittal Review
• QA/QC Validation & Compliance
PROJECT CONTROLS
• CPM Schedule Development &
Review
• Dispute Analysis & Claims Support
• Cost Control
Office Location:
B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
34432 Yucaipa Boulevard, Suite C
Yucaipa, CA 92399
Contacts:
Nahro Saoud: (909) 556-7721 cell
Fred Valencia: (909) 915-4825 cell
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Sub-Consultant Profile
JT Engineers & Associates
Established in 2018, JT Engineers & Associates (JTEA) is a professional construction
management firm, located in Riverside, California. JTEA is a California Corporation that
specializes in providing construction management and related services to the Cities,
Counties, State, and other transportation agencies on transportation improvement
projects. Recently, JTEA was selected as a sub-consultant to Project Quality
Management Inc., to provide quality assurance services for the design-build project on
Interstate 10 from the LA County Line to I-15 in San Bernardino County. This project has
an estimated construction cost of over $900 million.
B&R Experience Performing Work of Similar Nature
B&R staff have previously worked together on projects that range from small highway improvements to multi-
million dollar, complex transportation infrastructure projects. For example, Fred and Manny both worked to deliver
the I-215 Bi-County HOV Gap Closure Project through the cities of Riverside, Colton, Grand Terrace, and San
Bernardino. This was a Caltrans project with a $170 million price tag being delivered in cooperation with SBCTA and
RCTC. Fred’s role on the project was that of Construction Manager and Manny was the assigned Senior Resident
Engineer. Another example is the I-10 Roadway and Bridge Widening Project through the City of Ontario. On this
project Fred and Nahro worked as Construction Manager and Structure Representative respectively. This was a
freeway widening project that added high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes to a 5.0 mile segment of I-10, from
approximately the Haven Avenue overcrossing to the Grove Avenue undercrossing. It included five bridges and over
15,000 linear feet of retaining walls and soundwalls. Another example where Fred and Nahro work together on a
successful project was the $75 million I-15 pavement rehabilitation and widening project from 6th St in Ontario to
the 15/60 interchange. This was one of the first projects to use “super slab” technology in District 8. The
management team was able to construct this major project within budget and with $3.5 million remaining in
contingencies.
B&R Experience Working with Government Agencies
B&R staff have experience working and partnering with multiple federal, state, city, and county agencies or private
companies. Our experience is derived from delivering projects for various agencies over the years in compliance
with the contracts, applicable permits, agreements, laws, or regulations. Some of these agencies include:
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
The City of La Quinta (City) seeks proposals from qualified construction management firms to provide Construction
Management and Inspection Services for Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project, City Project No. 2022-25. This rehabilitation
project includes the pulverization, milling, and asphalt concrete overlay, signing and striping of Highway 111 from the westerly
La Quinta City Limits to Jefferson Street. The project also includes signing and striping within these project limits. In addition,
the project scope includes removal and construction of curb ramps, curb returns, crossgutters, bus pads, and the adjustment
of various utility appurtenances.
This project will require construction administration that may include preparation of contract change orders, preparation of
letters, maintenance of project files, monitoring of Contractor’s schedule, NPDES and SWPPP monitoring, fugitive dust
monitoring, environmental compliance, labor compliance effort, and ensuring project files satisfy Caltrans Oversight
requirements. The projects will also require coordination and inspection utilizing the City standards, City construction plans
and specifications, Caltrans standard plans and specifications, and Local Assistance Procedures Manual.
The following is a summary of B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.’s qualifications and experience as it relates to the services
requested:
B&R staff have extensive experience in the construction management and inspection of transportation projects. B&R staff
have experience of performing resident engineering, construction inspection, contract administration, office engineering and
related construction support services. This experience was gained delivering traditional Caltrans capital projects on the State
Highway system or partnering with agencies like RCTC and SBCTA to deliver projects under the terms of a Cooperative
Agreement between Caltrans and the local agency. These Cooperative Agreement projects were either Advertised, Awarded,
and Administered (AAA) by Caltrans or the local agency.
Valencia, Saoud, and Yogarajah have experience performing the contract administration on Cooperative Agreement projects
where Caltrans performed the AAA and RCTC or SBCTA, as the lead agency, had selected Caltrans to deliver projects. Messrs.
Valencia, Saoud, and Yogarajah also have experience performing oversight on Cooperative Agreement projects where RCTC or
SANBAG performed the AAA and selected a consultant to perform contract administration. In addition to partnering with RCTC
and SBCTA, coordination with local cities where the projects were located was required.
These Cooperative agreement projects provided B&R staff with valuable experience in managing projects with multiple funding
sources. Some of the projects had various Federal, State, and local funds requiring diligent contract administration and timely
project closeout in accordance with the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual to ensure reimbursement of costs
through the various funding sources.
Familiarity with the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual (LAPM) is key to the successful management of construction
projects. This important manual is updated regularly by Caltrans’ Local Assistance Program. B&R staff have extensive
experience with this manual. In addition, there are several other key guides provided by the Caltrans Division of Construction
to assist local agencies in the delivery of their federally funded projects or projects within the State’s Right of Way. They are
the “Oversight Resident Engineer Guidelines” and the “Local Agency Structure Representative Guidelines”.
B&R Approach to Construction Management & Project Delivery
B&R understands, has experience, and can provide the scope of services as described in the RFP for Construction Management
and Inspection Services for Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project No. 2022-25. The B&R team’s Caltrans and Consultant
experience have given B&R staff the opportunity to perform these types of services on various types of street, highway, building,
or landscape projects. Some of the facilities B&R staff are experienced with are retention basins, storm drains, traffic signals,
ADA compliant facilities, sidewalks, curb and gutter, paving, utilities, retaining walls, sound walls, drainage structures, rock slope
protection and bridge improvements. On these projects, B&R staff are experienced in providing all aspects of full construction
management services, including, but not limited to, inspection of the contractor’s work to ensure compliance with the contract
requirements as stated in the project plans, project specifications and corresponding State, County or City standards and
ordinances; processing monthly progress payments; managing change orders, responding to RFIs, and managing the submittal
process; reviewed contractor’s payroll records to ensure labor compliance requirements are met; provided documentation of
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pre-construction conditions and during construction as the project progresses; coordinated and facilitated work performed by
utility companies; ensured compliance with project permits and environmental compliance; coordinated and performed
project survey, materials testing and public outreach.
B&R staff have experience providing both full construction management services and staff augmentation services that focus
only on the needs the client desires. Depending on the size and complexity of projects, our flexibility allows our firm to staff
projects either full-time or part-time. The following is a brief description of some of the services we have provided to our
clients:
■ Tracked and segregated expenditures for each funding source provided on each project.
■ Monitored and reviewed project budgets, schedules, plans and specifications developed by others.
■ Preformed constructability/biddability reviews, value engineering, peer review including verification of plans, technical
specifications and Engineer’s Estimate and all bid documents.
■ Prepared a master list of all plan check comments and monitored the responses.
■ Performed pre-construction condition surveys.
■ Coordinated projects with various local agencies and stakeholders.
■ Assisted in the bidding of projects including responding to bidder’s inquiries, providing bid analysis, verification of
references, licenses and recommendation of award to successful bidder.
■ Provided review and acceptance of project baseline CPM schedules, monthly update schedules, time impact analyses, and
as-built schedules.
■ Reviewed CCOs and negotiated cost estimate.
■ Resolved disputes before they became claims.
■ Resolved claims and finalized Contractor claims.
■ Reviewed the contractor’s safety program.
■ Prepared all documentation for project close-out.
Project Controls Methodology
B&R will maintain a comprehensive financial management system that will provide resource expenditures and personnel
utilization as required to control budgets and monitor the projects. Monthly statements will be used to prepare progress
reports and report expenditures. Our progress report will include a listing of the work completed during the month, expected
work for the next month, a review of key project issues and the recommended approach for managing them. In addition, the
progress report will track the resources “burn rate” to ensure that the B&R Team is operating within our planned budget and
schedule. Fred and Nahro, as the primary service providers, together with the assigned staff will ensure continuous and
rigorous monitoring of our performance.
In addition to electronic files, hard copy project files will be maintained to satisfy the City’s and/or Caltrans’ standards as described
in the Caltrans Construction Manual and to comply with the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual. Hard copies of all
documents will be filed in binders or file boxes in standard filing categories.
SCOPE OF WORK
The following narrative describes services that B&R can provide when they are needed at the City’s discretion. B&R is equipped
to handle all the services listed in the RFP. B&R is confident we can provide these services and ensure successful construction
contracts and that the projects are completed in compliance with contract requirements and applicable government
regulations. B&R staff will act as an extension of the City of La Quinta by establishing a sound working relationship with the
City and understanding specific resource needs and how best to fill them. Our basic objectives are:
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Deliver a product that satisfies the City’s needs
Improve project delivery performance with relation to quality, scope, schedule and cost
Complete the task right the first time
Anticipate and respond to issues before they become problems by focusing on critical areas
Communicate continuously and effectively with stakeholders
Address and resolve disputes as soon as possible
Manage change and risk
In broad terms, the selected firm will provide support services to assist the City of La Quinta primarily in the construction
management, administration, and inspection of this project. The following is a brief discussion of typical activities that may be
required.
Pre-construction Phase:
Constructability review of plans, specifications, and the engineer’s estimate.
Check for quantity discrepancies, potential conflicts/consistency between plans, specifications, and engineer’s
estimate.
Review project estimate and provide recommendations to ensure appropriate cost estimate.
Manage the bidders’ questions, review bid documents and prepare bid tabulations.
Review successful bid for completeness and responsiveness and prepare bid analysis.
Construction Phase: Contract administration, coordination, and inspection will be provided during this phase. The
following task will be performed during the construction phase:
Project Administration
The City’s standards and policies/procedures and other agency standards called out in the contract will be used
in the administration of the projects. Depending on funding sources, the administration may require the
following policies/procedures found in the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual and/or the Caltrans
Construction Manual. In addition, the Local Assistance Procedures Manual requires that every local agency
receiving funds for a Federal-aid transportation project must adopt a Quality Assurance Plan (QAP) that is
updated at least every five years.
To maintain effective communications among all stakeholders, regular project coordination meetings will be
conducted to discuss the schedule, change orders, new issues, submittal status, RFI's, safety, etc. The meetings
are normally held weekly and may include attendees like designers, utility companies and local water
companies.
Properly prepared progress payments and supporting documentation ensures a permanent record of work
completed and accepted. B&R will track all the quantities of completed work and quantity sheets will be
prepared on a monthly basis. Also, work performed on a time and materials basis will be closely monitored and
documented. This will ensure the contractor is paid only for completed and acceptable work and will document
that project funds are being managed appropriately.
B&R will provide a Construction Manager to coordinate consultant operations with the City. The Project
Construction Manager shall be the responsible single point of contact assigned to direct and coordinate
construction inspection activities.
B&R will establish and maintain complete and accurate records including correspondence, RFI’s, submittals,
progress payments, material testing reports, list of project personnel, schedules, materials data, daily diaries,
etc. To ensure records are accurate and complete, B&R will, for example, review, answer, and document
Contractor Requests for Information (RFI's) and include design’s response when necessary. Review and advise
the City on Contractor’s CCO requests, recommend needed CCO's, prepare draft CCOs for City’s approval, and
track CCO expenditures. Issue a Weekly Statement of Working Days, showing days remaining, rainy days, CCO
days to provide a record of contract working days management and reduce disputes over working days.
To achieve the full benefit of complete and accurate records, they must be well organized in an appropriate
filing system. The categories included in the filing system will depend on the type of project and/or its funding
source and follow guidance found in City policies, the City’s Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), the Caltrans Local
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Assistance Procedures Manual and/or Caltrans Construction Manual. A well-organized filing system will meet
the needs of the City and will ensure documents can be retrieved easily in support of dispute resolution, audits,
or oversight agency reviews.
Review the Contractor's baseline and monthly update schedules and notify all parties of deviations from the
schedule that may lead to project delay or potential claims.
B&R will prepare Daily Reports using Caltrans format in the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual and
ensure work progress is well documented. In addition to a narrative describing the Contractor’s operation and
location where the work was performed, any pertinent discussions regarding the work will be included as well
as a description of subcontractor’s work. The Daily Reports will include a record of labor and equipment hours
as well as identification of the item of work.
B&R will develop, prepare and submit monthly Activity Summary Report for the Project. The activity report will
include a narrative of the current construction activity, work completed to date, and the status of project budget
and schedule (elapsed time vs. percent complete). In addition, copies of the last Weekly Statement of Working
Days, current CCO Log, and RFI Log will be provided.
B&R will ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations. B&R will do this by monitoring the project
and ensuring all activities follow applicable environmental regulations and contract requirements, such as
SWPPP and Fugitive Dust requirements. B&R will also ensure environmental mitigation required by the project’s
environmental findings (Environmental Commitment Record) are performed, for example encountering buried
cultural resources.
B&R will inspect and ensure that all work performed on projects follows the contract documents and meets
established and applicable City provisions, Provisions for Public Works Construction (“Green Book”) and/or the
Caltrans Quality Assurance Program Manual. To satisfy the City’s requirements and ensure materials comply
with the contract, B&R will coordinate and schedule materials testing as necessary.
To ensure compliance with the applicable labor laws and contract requirements, such as prevailing wage
requirements, B&R will review Contractors’ certified payroll records and assist the City with labor compliance.
B&R will ensure compliance with the requirements of the 2014 Whitewater Region Water Quality Management
Plan (WQMP) and enforce the City of La Quinta’s Municipal Code, Chapter 6.16, “Fugitive Dust Control”
Ordinance.
Project Closeout and Post Construction Phase: The start of this phase of the project is critical. It is imperative that some
of the project closeout activities be performed timely to allow the contractor to complete remedial work prior to the
last working day. Project punch list items may require the contractor to perform some work. The following tasks will
be performed during the project closeout and post construction phase:
Prepare punch lists and perform final safety review
Prepare ADA Certification Form and get Approval from Caltrans if needed
Issue Proposed Final Estimate, review contractor’s Exceptions to Proposed Final Estimate
Review all liens, stop notices, claims
Process Final Estimate
Assist the City in obtaining final release of project permits
Transmit all project documents to the City
Prepare Special folder with all signed CCOs, oversight concurrence and approval documents
Provide construction claims management, resolve outstanding claims
QUALITY CONTROL AND ASSURANCE
The B&R Team will implement the Quality Management Plan (QMP) outlined below to ensure our work product is accurate,
well written, complete, and based on sound reasoning and engineering judgment. The B&R Team will ensure the QMP is
implemented on all projects to identify work product issues and deficiencies and to make the necessary corrections and
changes to achieve continuous quality improvement. The QMP shall be applied to all documents including letters, project
schedules, diaries, meeting minutes, reports, etc.
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Continuous Improvement Process:
The method used to ensure quality of deliverables is a basic continuous improvement model as shown in the graphic. The
success of this approach depends greatly on the quality standards and expectations being clear and understood by all staff.
The next step is to continuously monitor, and audit deliverables being generated. At this point the auditor/reviewer may need
to provide guidance, technical support, or advice on deliverables with critical due dates. In addition, it is critical that feedback
is obtained from the recipient, or an evaluation is made on how well the document serves its intended purpose.
The next step is to identify any errors or deficiencies in the work product. Then, in addition to identifying errors or deficiencies,
it is important that the data is carefully studied and used as an opportunity to apply lessons learned and improve the work
product.
At this point the original expectations and standards may need modification to ensure the continuous improvement part of
the process is applied. Any modified instructions, expectations, standards, or guidance again needs to be clear and understood
by all staff.
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Develop and
Communicate
expectations and
standards.
Monitor and audit
work product.
Identify errors or
deficiencies.
Make corrections
or improve work
product.
Identify and make
changes to
expectations and
standards.
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Complementary Services
In addition to the services requested in the RFP, B&R can provide complementary services that could be
useful, and in some cases essential, to a construction project. This includes risk management and
mitigation, cost estimation and Budgeting, and drone photography/videography.
Risk Management and Mitigation
B&R’s team brings over 30 years of dedicated experience in the construction industry and has worked on
a multitude of projects that include pavement rehabilitation and roadway improvement. B&R has identified
risks and provided mitigation for local agencies such as the City of Yucaipa, as well as for Caltrans. B&R can
navigate a wide range of challenges in construction projects, and provide the City of La Quinta with safe,
effective, and cost-saving solutions. By addressing these issues in advance, B&R will help the City reduce
the likelihood of claims and change orders, saving the City valuable time and money.
Cost Estimation and Budgeting
B&R offers can offer construction cost estimation and budgeting services throughout the project, ensuring the
project remain within budget. Our experienced staff will carefully evaluate and vet any change orders
submitted by contractors, confirming that all proposed costs are accurate, necessary, and aligned with project
requirements.
Throughout the project, B&R will maintain close monitoring of the budget to ensure the project is within its
allocated budget. Additionally, our team has developed effective methods for tracking construction material
prices, allowing us to adapt to market fluctuations and provide accurate, timely budgeting insights. B&R’s
proactive approach to cost management helps mitigate financial risks, delivering projects on time and within
budget.
Drone Photography/Videography
B&R has the equipment and knowledge to provide drone photos and videos that offer the City of La Quinta
a detailed view of the project. These aerial shots will give a unique perspective, allowing for a better
understanding of the project's progress and its overall scope.
By using drone footage, we can help enhance the City’s project webpage, making it more engaging and
informative for residents. These visuals give the public an easy way to follow the project’s development,
providing insight into why the work matters and how it will benefit the community.
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Attachments
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November 18, 2024
City of La Quinta
Carley Escarrega
78495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, California 92253
(760) 777 – 7096
cescarrega@LaQuintaCA.gov
RE: RFP – CM – Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project – 2022-25 Disclosure
Dear Ms. Escarrega:
As of the date of this letter, I affirm that there have been no alleged significant prior or
ongoing agreement failures involving B&R Consulting Engineers (B&R) within the past
five (5) years. Additionally, B&R has not been involved in any civil or criminal litigation or
investigation during this period in which they were judged guilty or liable. Therefore, I
certify that there is no negative history to disclose that would impact the proposer’s
qualifications or integrity regarding this proposal.
Should you have any questions, please contact me directly at:
Federico C. Valencia
(909) 915-4825
fvalencia@bandreng.com
Sincerely,
Federico C. Valencia
President
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ATTACHMENT 2
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I, ________________________________________ (name) hereby acknowledge and confirm that
__________________________________ (name of company) has reviewed
the City’s indemnification and minimum insurance requirements as listed in Exhibits E and
F of the City’s Agreement for Contract Services (Attachment 1); and declare that insurance
certificates and endorsements verifying compliance will be provided if an agreement is awarded.
I am _________________________________ of ______________________________,
(Title) (Company)
Commercial General Liability (at least as broad as ISO CG 0001)
$1,000,000 (per occurrence); $2,000,000 (general aggregate)
Must include the following endorsements:
General Liability Additional Insured
General Liability Primary and Noncontributory
Commercial Auto Liability (at least as broad as ISO CA 0001)
$1,000,000 (per accident)
Personal Auto Declaration Page if applicable
Errors and Omissions Liability $1,000,000 (per claim and aggregate)
Worker’s Compensation (per statutory requirements)
Must include the following endorsements:
Worker’s Compensation Waiver of Subrogation
Worker’s Compensation Declaration of Sole Proprietor if applicable
Federico Valencia
B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
President B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
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ATTACHMENT 3
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
I, ________________________________________ (name) hereby declare as follows:
I am _________________________________ of ______________________________,
(Title) (Company)
the party making the foregoing proposal, that the proposal is not made in the interest of, or on behalf
of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation; that the
proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the proposer has not directly or indirectly induced
or solicited any other proposer to put in a false or sham proposal, and has not directly or indirectly
colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any proposer or anyone else to put in a sham proposal,
or that anyone shall refrain from proposing; that the proposer has not in any manner, directly or
indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the proposal price of
the proposer or any other proposer, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the proposal price,
or of that of any other proposer, or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the
agreement of anyone interested in the proposed agreement; that all statements contained in the
proposal are true; and, further, that the proposer has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her
proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative
hereto, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association,
organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive or sham
proposal.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and
correct.
Proposer Signature: __________________________________________________
Proposer Name: __________________________________________________
Proposer Title: __________________________________________________
Company Name: __________________________________________________
Address:__________________________________________________
Federico Valencia
President B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
Federico Valencia
President
B&R Consulting Engineers Inc.
34432 Yucaipa Blvd Suite C, Yucaipa, CA 92399
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ATTACHMENT 4
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal;
If no addenda has been issued, mark “N/A” under Addendum No. indicating
Not Applicable and sign
ADDENDUM NO. SIGNATURE INDICATING RECEIPT
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Fred Valencia, PE
Construction Manager
Mr. Valencia has over 40 years of experience in the transportation industry. He
has 31 years of Caltrans experience and 23 of those years were in the Caltrans
Construction Division delivering transportation projects. Prior to being assigned
to the Construction Division, he worked in a design squad where he promoted
to a supervisory position leading his own design squad as a Project Engineer. Mr.
Valencia also served for 5 years as the District Hydraulics Engineer.
Mr. Valencia’s first Construction Division assignment was that of Branch Chief of
the District 8 Construction Office responsible for field and office safety efforts,
staff training, management of vehicles and equipment, contractor progress
payments, and general administrative duties. Following that assignment Mr.
Valencia accepted a field position as a Construction Engineer where he was
responsible for several construction contracts of varying scope, cost, and
complexity. Mr. Valencia served in this capacity for a period of 10 years.
With a promotion to Supervising Transportation Engineer in Construction he
assumed the duties of an Area Construction Manager. He supervised from 6 to
10 Senior Level first-line supervisors which, together with their staff, resulted in
a span of control of 50 to 60 engineers and administrators. In this management
position that spanned over 10 years, Mr. Valencia:
• Provided assistance to staff on complex and sensitive contract
administration issues, budgeted for personnel and resources necessary to
administer construction program, coordination of construction activities
with other district functions, supervision of assigned personnel, ensuring
that materials and completed work complied with plans, specifications, and
design criteria, review and approval of resident engineer’s recommendation
for change orders and/or time extensions, ensuring that the maintenance of
project records complied with Caltrans standards, ensuring the
performance of all safety-related activities, and ensuring compliance with
regulations and specifications related to labor and civil rights.
• Was involved in the review and approval of baseline schedules and monthly
updates to the schedules, the management of Notices of Potential Claim
(NOPCs), Safety Reviews, implementation of SWPPPs. Closely involved with
the Construction Engineer and Resident Engineer in the negotiation,
issuance, and implementation of CCOs.
• Active participation in partnering process. Ensured implementation of
facilitated partnering on major projects. Worked with senior staff to keep
team focused on meeting goals and objectives of partnering relationship.
• Provided assistance to senior staff in the prevention and resolution of
contract disputes including the use of a DRB where appropriate. Provided
guidance and assistance in the review and analysis of contract statement of
claims and managed the claim process after Contract Acceptance.
Upon separation from Caltrans, Mr. Valencia was employed by S2 Engineering as a Senior Construction Manager responsible
for Marketing and Operations. In this engagement, Mr. Valencia was responsible for preparing statements of qualifications,
research potential market opportunities, and maintain client relationships. Mr. Valencia provided oversight and
Firm:
EDUCATION:
B.S., Civil Engineering
California State Polytechnic University,
Pomona
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer: Civil, CA #44244
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 40
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
Caltrans Senior Construction
Engineer Academy
Dispute Review Board Foundation
DRB Training
Dispute Review Board Foundation
Chairing Workshop
AQMD Fugitive Dust Control
30-Hour OSHA Hazard Recognition
Training for Construction Industry
EXPERTISE:
Caltrans and Local Agency
Experience
Dispute Review Board Experience
Caltrans Resident Engineer Academy
Instructor
Experience with Oversight of Local
Agency Federally Funded Projects
REFERENCES:
Hector D. Davila, PE, QSD
Engineering Construction Manager
Riverside County Transportation
Department (RCTD)
(951) 235-5608
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management of day to day operations focusing on client services and meeting client needs. S2 Engineering’s services
included construction management, inspection, and materials testing. In August 2018, Mr. Valencia joined TranSystems as
a Senior Construction Manager to primarily provide construction management services to the City of Yucaipa. In this role,
Mr. Valencia provides project construction administration, coordination and inspection services on various federal, state
and locally funded Public Works construction projects. His responsibilities include the preparation of contract change orders,
preparation of letters, maintenance of project files, and ensuring project files satisfy Caltrans Oversight requirements. Mr.
Valencia is also responsible for coordination with the Contractor, Surveyor, the materials lab, inspection in the field and the
resolution of field and local resident issues.
In addition, Mr. Valencia also serves on Dispute Resolution Boards (DRB’s) throughout southern California. Mr. Valencia has
served on a total of forty-six (46) DRBs and has served as Chairman on several DRBs. Other relevant activities:
Participated in a Statewide team to develop the “Construction Manual Supplement for Local Agency Resident
Engineers” and the “Local Agency Structure Representative Guidelines”. These guides provide assistance to Local
Agency Resident Engineers responsible for administering construction contracts on the State Highway System. These
guides were first published in 2008.
Served as an instructor in 2004 and 2005 at the Division of Construction’s “Resident Engineer Academy”.
Participated as a member in several “Boards of Review” as part of the construction claims process in District 8.
Bi-County Project SR 215, Caltrans District 8 | Riverside and San Bernardino Counties | 2014 | $152 M
Construction Manager: The Bi-County Project was located within both Riverside & San Bernardino Counties from the
60/91/215 interchange in the City of Riverside to Orange Show Road in the City of San Bernardino. It was a cooperative
effort between Caltrans, SBCTA, and RCTC with Caltrans Advertising, Awarding, and Administering (AAA) the contract. The
project included adding eight miles of HOV lanes in each direction closing an existing gap in HOV lanes, replacing two railroad
overcrossings, the widening of three undercrossings, the demolition of one overcrossing, and the construction of retaining
walls and soil nail walls. The Bi-County project had a construction value of approximately $152 million.
Major responsibilities as the Construction Manager included:
• Overall coordination SBCTA staff regarding project progress, utility issues, major change orders, traffic management
issues.
• Addressing specific major hurdles on this project included addressing impacts to the project caused by utility relocation
work that did not occur prior to construction (right of way workarounds) and had to be performed during construction.
• Planning and executing a traffic management plan to address extended full freeway closures on a major transportation
corridor through the District to perform structure work. Efforts included implementation of a 55 MPH speed limit
reduction.
• Addressing environmental concerns with nesting birds along the corridor and bats roosting in the bridges across the
Santa Ana River.
• The discussion, coordination, and implementation of a Value Engineering Change Proposal (VECP) resulting in
considerable cost savings by combining stages in the construction of the railroad shoofly bridges with the permanent
railroad structures. The VECP mitigated both issues with material shortage for the construction of the shoofly and utility
relocation delays.
I-15 Pavement Rehabilitation Project, Caltrans District 8 | San Bernardino County | 2014 | $86 M
Construction Manager: The Route 15 Pavement Rehabilitation Project was located in San Bernardino County within the
cities of Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana and Rialto from the 7th Street Undercrossing to the Sierra Avenue Undercrossing.
General roadwork consisted of pavement rehabilitation, slab replacement, replacement of bridge railings, and the
replacement of approach slabs. Bridge work consisted of the rehabilitation of bridge decks, approach slabs and concrete
barriers.
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Major responsibilities as the Construction Manager included:
• Review and approval of the baseline schedule and monthly updates to the schedule.
• Management of Notice of Potential Claims (NOPCs) and Dispute Review Board Status and issue meetings.
• Active participation in Partnering Meetings, negotiation, issuance, and implementation of CCOs.
• Closely involved with the Construction Engineer and Resident Engineer in identifying, evaluating, and resolving material
quality issues and ensuring contract compliance.
Colorado River Bridge Replacement Project, Caltrans District 8 | San Bernardino County | 2014 | $26 M
Construction Manager: The Colorado River Bridge Replacement Project was located on State Route 62 in near the town of
Parker, Arizona. The purpose of the project was to replace the existing two-lane bridge with a structure capable of
accommodating four lanes and standard shoulders. The Colorado River Bridge Replacement Project had a construction
value of approximately $26 million. The project was located on the Arizona border and over a navigable body of water,
which required close coordination with several partners and federal and state resource agencies. Primary partners on this
project were the Arizona DOT, FHWA, the Town of Parker, and the Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT). In addition, close
coordination was required with the US Army Corps of Engineers, US Fish and Wildlife, the Regional Water Quality Control
Board, the US Coast Guard, and local law enforcement. Mr. Valencia’s assignment on this project was from August 2012
through July 2014.
Rtes 210/215 IC, Segments 5 & 11, Caltrans District 8 | San Bernardino County | 2013 | $77 M
Construction Manager: The Rtes 210/215 IC Segments 5 & 11 project was located in San Bernardino County within the City
of San Bernardino. The project consisted of the construction of two HOV lanes and two freeway-to-freeway direct
connectors. The project had a construction value of approximately $77 million. Mr. Valencia’s assignment on this project
was from September 2009 through March 2013.
• Review and approval of the baseline schedule and monthly updates to the schedule.
• Management of Notice of Potential Claims (NOPCs) and Dispute Review Board Status and issue meetings.
• Active participation in Partnering Meetings, negotiation, issuance, and implementation of CCOs.
• Closely involved with the Construction Engineer and Resident Engineer in identifying, evaluating, and resolving
material quality issues and ensuring contract compliance.
Rte 215 Widening, Segment 3, Caltrans District 8 | San Bernardino County | 2011 | $81 M
Construction Manager: The Rte 215 Widening Segment 3 project within the limits of the City of San Bernardino. It was a
cooperative effort between Caltrans and SBCTA with Caltrans Advertising, Awarding, and Administering (AAA) the contract.
The project consisted of the construction of one HOV lane and one mixed flow lane in each direction and adding operational
improvements consisting of auxiliary lanes and braided ramps. The project had a construction value of approximately $81
million. Major responsibilities as the Construction Manager included:
• Overall coordination and consultation with SBCTA staff regarding project progress, utility issues, change orders, and
traffic management issues.
• Addressing specific major hurdles on this project included addressing impacts to the project caused by utility
relocation work. Project included the placement of numerous aerial transmission lines underground and the
relocation of power poles due the freeway widening.
• Addressing several environmental issues. One major issue was the removal and transportation of asbestos containing
material (ACM) to an approved site. Cost for this work was approximately $1.1M. Another were SWPPP concerns
exacerbated by the heavy rainfall experienced in January 2010.
• Closely involved with the Construction Engineer and Resident Engineer in identifying, evaluating, and resolving
material quality issues and ensuring contract compliance. Also in the negotiation, issuance, and implementation of
CCOs.
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Nahro Saoud, PE, QSD
Construction Manager
Mr. Saoud has 34 years of construction and engineering experience in
bridge, highway, box culvert, retaining/warped wing walls, energy
dissipators, impact basins, and railroad grade separation construction
including bridge replacements. He is highly skilled in performing the duties
of construction manager, resident engineer, and structure representative.
He has extensive experience working with Caltrans, and other agencies.
Nahro also spent 24 years as a Caltrans employee with District 8 and
worked at Districts 7, 8 and 9. Other agencies he has worked with include
Cities of Coachella and Yucaipa and OCTA. He is highly skilled in managing
multi-million-dollar construction projects from inception to completion
and managing multiple projects simultaneously. He provides excellent
communication and coordination with project engineers, designers,
contractors, and subcontractors, as well as coordinating with the client,
railroads, utilities, and on public issues. Nahro effectively coordinates
activities and resolves obstacles by providing feasible solutions. As
resident engineer and structure representative, he wrote and negotiated
complex construction contract change orders (CCOs) and minimized
claims.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Yucaipa, Project Construction Administration, Coordination &
Inspection Services on Various Federal, State and Locally Funded Public
Works Projects, City of Yucaipa, California.
Senior Construction Manager: Mr. Saoud has been providing construction
management services to the City of Yucaipa since 2017. Currently, Mr.
Saoud continues to provide project construction administration, and
structure representative services on various federal, state and locally
funded Public Works construction projects to the City of Yucaipa. His
responsibilities include constructability reviews, the preparation of
contract change orders, the processing of progress payments, preparation
of letters. Mr. Saoud is also responsible for coordination with the
Contractor, Surveyor, and the materials lab, inspection in the field and the
resolution of field and local resident issues.
Dunlap Bridge Replacement: The project will be constructed in phases.
Phase I of the project includes constructing a precast girder bridge
structure on CIDH piles and remove portions of the existing structure.
Phase II will include the removal of the existing box culverts, construction of wingwalls, installation of rock riprap,
utility relocations, street improvements and drainage facilities on Dunlap Boulevard
Wilson III Basin: The project includes construction of the Wilson Creek Impact Basin and the Oak Glen Impact
Basin. The work also includes constructing reinforced concrete box culverts, concrete spillways, grate inlets,
Firm:
EDUCATION:
M.S., Civil Engineering
Tennessee State University
B.S., Civil Engineering
Arkansas State University
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer: Civil, CA #56092
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 34
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
Qualified SWPPP
Practitioner/Developer/Trainer of
Record No. 21731, CA Storm Water
Quality Association
Resident Engineer Certificate
Program
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Zone
Caltrans Temporary Pedestrian
Facility Training
EXPERTISE:
Resident Engineering
Structure Representative/Inspector
Caltrans District 8, SBCTA, City of
Coachella, OCTA, City of Yucaipa
Highway/Roadway, Grade Separation
& Freeway Interchange Bridges
Construction Management
Risk Management
QA/QC Inspection
Constructability Review
Construction Safety
Claims Support & Negotiation
REFERENCES:
Mr. Siong Yap, PE, Senior
Transportation Engineer, Caltrans
Phone: (951) 232-3922 cell
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tubular steel fencing, channel connections, concrete headwalls and wingwalls, grouted riprap, non-grouted
riprap, and storm drain lines.
Several Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts: Several RCB were constructed to replace low water crossings at 6th
Place, Freemont Street, and D Street. The projects are constructed in accordance with City standards, plans and
specifications, and the Caltrans Construction Manual and Local Assistance Procedures Manual.
Orange County Transportation Authority, Lakeview Avenue Grade Separation, Orange County, California.
Structure Representative: The project, grade separated Lakeview Avenue over Orangethorpe Avenue and BNSF
railroad tracks by constructing a new four-lane overcrossing. The project also included a new four-lane bridge
over Atwood Channel to provide access for a residence and six business properties east of Lakeview Avenue, and
a new connector road with a signalized intersection for access from Orangethorpe Avenue to Lakeview Avenue.
The existing north access from Eisenhower Circle to Lakeview Avenue was eliminated and a new signalized
intersection created at the south access from Eisenhower Circle to Lakeview Avenue. Nahro oversaw the
construction for Lakeview Avenue over Orangethorpe Avenue and BNSF railroad tracks by constructing the
bridge using 110’ C/PS girders. Throughout the project he was able to coordinate with the contractors and ensure
compliance.
Coachella, Avenue 52 Grade Separation, City of Coachella, California. Structure Representative
Resident Engineer: This $23 million project constructed a grade separation bridge over UP railroad tracks to
accommodate an ultimate six lane corridor, widened Grapefruit Boulevard (a.k.a, Highway 111), and extended
Sunset Drive to reconnect Avenue 52 with Grapefruit Boulevard. All the work was based on Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) and Caltrans requirements. It included mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) walls, and a
6’ garden wall; major utilities and drainage systems, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant
pedestrian facilities. Nahro reviewed and approved technical submittals, prepared quantity calculations for value
engineering cost proposals (VECP), and coordinated with the contractor, various public utility agencies, and
project stakeholders.
I-10 Roadway and Bridge Widening Project*, Caltrans District 8/SANBAG, Ontario, CA (1998 to 2000)
Structure Representative. This freeway widening project added high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes to a 5.0 mile
segment of I-10, from approximately the Haven Avenue overcrossing to the Grove Avenue undercrossing. It
included five bridges and over 15,000 linear feet of retaining walls and soundwalls. Nahro was responsible for
monitoring contractor performance and ensuring the work was in conformance with the contract schedule, plans
and specifications; enforcing safety codes and labor laws; coordinating with public agencies and utilities; CCOs,
and progress pay estimates. He reviewed and approved falsework plans, shop drawings, pre-stressed/post-
tensioned duct profiles, and sequenced tendon stressing, as well as construction schedules and safety plans. He
performed calculations for elongation and maximum jacking force for each tendon. The project included
hundreds of work items such as rubberized asphalt concrete, asphalt concrete, concrete pavement, structural
concrete, retaining/sound/MSE walls, drainage, rock slope protection for spillways and box culverts, creek
channels, concrete barriers, overhead and changeable message signs (CMS), auxiliary control units, and
communication systems. Bridges included: Haven Avenue – two span, multi-column bent, 66’ wide by 300’ long,
cast-in-place/pre-stressed (CIP/PS) box girder bridge; Cucamonga Wash – pre-cast/bulb-tee girder with skewed
piers and end diaphragm-type abutments bridge; Holt Boulevard – CIP/PS box girder bridge (outside widening);
Fourth Street Undercrossing (UC) – PC/PS girder bridge (outside widening, both sides); and Grove Avenue UC –
pre-cast/pre-stressed (PC/PS) girder bridge (outside widening, both sides).
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Lorraine Rodriguez
Construction Inspector
Ms. Rodriguez is an experienced construction inspector and office
engineer with 35 years of experience on civil engineering road and
highway improvement projects. She is a former Caltrans Transportation
Engineering Technician (Range C). She communicates effectively with all
involved. She has successfully seen projects through from the initial
planning stages through to completion. Lorraine is proficient in current
construction methods and inspection techniques and can handle
complex assignments, work independently, and make strong decisions.
Project experience includes new freeway construction, freeway
rehabilitation and widening, slab replacement and pavement repair, and
bridge reconstruction. Lorraine has been responsible for performing
inspections, ensuring contractor compliance with plans and
specifications, conducting and coordinating materials sampling and
testing, maintaining field records including progress photos, generating
inspection reports, performing quantity calculations, generating progress
pay estimates, and participating in construction site safety plan, policy
and procedures review.
Relevant Project Experience
Caltrans 08-A3374 Roadway Construction Inspection Services Contract,
San Bernardino County, CA
Construction Inspector/Office Engineer: She assisted Caltrans as an
office engineer for Contract No. 08-0R4204. The project is a design-build
project for the construction of a new maintenance station for the
Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Division. The project includes various
construction items including paving, grading, drainage, minor concrete
structures, utility lines, building structures, etc. Lorraine assists with management of the documentation for the
project, generating contract documents such as change orders and weekly statement of working days. Lorraine
also assists with inspection and monitoring site activities. Lorraine was also assigned to Caltrans Contract No. 08-
0K2924. The project consisted of the pavement rehabilitation of traffic lanes on I-10 from Oak Glen Road in
Yucaipa to County Line Road in Calimesa. Rehabilitation strategies included construction of JPCP rapid setting
pavement, RSC slab replacement, cold planing and paving of AC sections, and the construction of 3 lanes in each
direction of Continuously Reinforced Concrete Pavement (CRCP). Her duties included field inspection of
construction items and installation of detour signs for traffic control. In addition, she performed office engineer
duties.
Avenue 52 Grade Separation, City of Coachella, CA
Inspector: This project constructed a grade separation bridge over UPRR tracks to accommodate an ultimate six
lane corridor, widened Grapefruit Boulevard, and extended Sunset Drive to reconnect Avenue 52 with Grapefruit
Boulevard. It included 12 sound/retaining walls, mechanically stabilized earth walls, and a 6’ garden wall; major
Firm:
EDUCATION:
Certificate of Accounting Skadron
College of Business, San Bernardino
Valley College
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 35
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Zone
EXPERTISE:
Roadway/ Highway Projects
Document Control
Caltrans District 8
Continuous Reinforced Concrete
Pavement
Rapid Set Concrete
Jointed Plane Concrete Pavement
Building Facilities
REFERENCES:
Tim Flores, Caltrans
Senior Structure Representative
(951) 830-6254
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utilities and drainage systems, and ADA compliant pedestrian facilities. Lorraine’s responsibilities included
ensuring facilities were constructed in compliance with plans, special provisions, and specifications. Prepared
daily reports and tracked bid item quantities for monthly pay estimates. Inspection responsibilities included
inspection of paving and rehabilitation of AC roadways State Route 111 and Grapefruit Boulevard. She was
responsible for traffic control, striping, and inspection of PCC paving.
SR 91 and SR 215 Bi-County HOV Gap Closure Project, Riverside and San Bernardino Counties
Inspector: This project constructed HOV lanes in each direction from SR 215 from the 91/60/215 interchange in
Riverside to Orange Show Road in San Bernardino. This project also included the replacement of the Newport
Road OC, construction of three steel truss railroad bridges, and the AC pavement rehabilitation by cold planing
and placing Rubberized AC Type G. Lorraine’s inspection duties included AC cold planing and paving operations,
utility relocations, traffic control, MBGR installations, and SWPPP and Safety enforcement.
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Manny Yogarajah, PE, QSD
Construction Inspector
Manny Yogarajah has more than 31 years of experience including 24 years
in highway and bridge infrastructure construction. As a Resident Engineer
and Senior Resident Engineer for over 22 years at Caltrans, Manny acted as
a Caltrans Oversight Engineer overseeing many local agency projects. He
completed multiple highway construction projects worth over $1 billion
consisting of roadways, bridges, connectors, retaining walls, sound walls,
drainage, and communication facilities. Projects include: I-210 Segments 9
to 11, I-215 Segments 1 to 5, and I-215 Bi-County project where he
negotiated and implemented a $15 million Value Engineering Cost Proposed
CCO that mitigated a 1-year project delay at the savings of over $3M. Manny
managed and successfully completed this project under budget and ahead
of schedule. The project received the “Best in Class 2016” Caltrans
Excellence in Partnering Award for projects greater than $50M. Manny is
highly skilled in performing the duties of Construction Manager, Resident
Engineer, and Inspector. He has extensive experience working with Caltrans
D8, RCTC, SANBAG, and throughout the Inland Empire. Manny received
“Resident Engineer of the Year” Awards in 2003 and 2011.
As a Resident Engineer on several large state highay projects, Manny
worked closely with and partnered with the Cities along the highway
corridor. Many of the projects included facilities to be constructed outside
the state right of way and within the jurisdiction of various Cities. Many of
these improvements included local streets, signalized intersections, or
facilities requiring ADA compliance. Manny worked closely with City
Engineers and their representatives to ensure facilities were constructed to
their standards met with their approval and to ensure all commitments
made to the Cities in various agreements were satisfied.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Yucaipa Project Construction Administration, Coordination and
Inspection
As a Senior Construction Manager with TranSystems, Mr. Yogarajah
provided construction management services to the City of Yucaipa from
2014 to 2016. Mr. Yogarajah provided project construction
administration, coordination and inspection services on various federal,
state and locally funded Public Works construction projects. His
responsibilities include the preparation of contract change orders, the
processing of progress payments, preparation of letters, maintenance of
project files, and ensuring project files satisfy Caltrans Oversight
requirements. Mr. Yogarajah is also responsible for coordination with the
Contractor, Surveyor, and the materials lab, inspection in the field and the
resolution of field and local resident issues.
Firm:
EDUCATION:
B.S., Civil Engineering
New Jersey Institute of Technology,
Newark
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer: Civil, CA #52951
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 31
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
Qualified SWPPP Practitioner
/Developer/Trainer of Record No.
21755, CA Storm Water Quality
Association
Resident Engineer Certificate
Program
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Zone
Caltrans Temporary Pedestrian
Facility Training
EXPERTISE:
Roadway/ Highway Projects
Public Works
Caltrans
Quality Assurance
Compliance
Materials Sampling & Testing
Coordination
Field Records Maintenance
Progress Photos
Inspection Reports
Quantity Calculations
Progress Pay Estimates
Construction Site Safety
REFERENCES:
Mr. Mike Barnum
SBCTA, Construction Manager
Phone: (909) 884-8276
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SR-91 Improvements Design-Build, Corona, CA
Quality Assurance Manager. The 91 Project, with a construction cost of $1.4 billion, divided into 10 key segments
along SR 91 and south on I-15, will add both regular lanes and express lanes to the EB and WB 91 in Riverside
County. Improvements will extend existing OCTA SR-91 Express Lanes 8 miles east to I-15 and widen it from 5 to
8 lanes in each direction, which includes expanding the single HOV lane to 2 Express Toll Lanes, adding 1 general
purpose lane, and 1 auxiliary lane to manage on/off traffic. The scope includes 32 bridges, 100 retaining walls
(nearly 1M SqFt), 200,000 CY of PCC paving, and 290,000 SqFt of sound walls. Responsibilities: managing roadway
QA inspection and testing teamwork including grading, compaction, MSE walls, rebar, etc. Acting as a resource
to QA inspectors for field level QC/QA issues. Attending daily “play of the day” meetings to understand the
construction plan, progress and needs, and scheduling the activities of the inspectors and testers. Providing
review and approval of daily report, and review and sign-off on closeout documentation.
Laurel Street Grade Separation, SANBAG, Colton, CA
Resident Engineer. This $40 million project constructed a grade separation between a local street and BNSF
railroad tracks, including an additional bridge to access a local business, multiple retaining walls, drainage
systems, roadway lighting along with irrigation and planting. Storm run-off at the project site is collected in a
temporary pit first and then the treated run-off is discharged into the existing drainage system outside the
project site using a pump station. The project is deemed to be in 100% compliance with approved SWPPP
requirements.
I-215 Bi-County HOV Gap Closure, Caltrans, San Bernardino County, CA
Caltrans Sr. Resident Engineer. This $170 million project constructed an HOV lane through the cities of Riverside,
Colton, Grand Terrace, and San Bernardino, from the SR 60/ SR 91/ I-215 junction in Riverside County to Orange
Show Road in San Bernardino. An HOV lane was added in each direction by reconstructing inside and outside
shoulders and restriping the lanes resulting in 3 general purpose lanes and 1 HOV lane in each direction. Project
features included PCC and AC paving, bridges including a BNSF railroad bridge replacement, drainage facilities,
sound/retaining walls, traffic signals, and fiber optic communication systems. Coordinated with RCTC, SANBAG,
cities, SBCFD, USACE, and CDFW. It completed ahead of schedule and under budget. Manny received Gold
partnering awards 2 years in a row at the District level.
I-215 Segments 1 &2, Caltrans, San Bernardino, CA
Caltrans Oversight Engineer. This $200 million project constructed approximately 2.5 miles of freeway through
the City of San Bernardino, including realigning 3 existing lanes in each direction and new HOV and mixed-flow
lanes. Features included PCC and AC pavement, bridges, drainage facilities, sound/ retaining walls, traffic signals,
and fiber optic communication systems.
I-215 Segments 5 & 11, Caltrans, San Bernardino, CA
Caltrans Sr. Resident Engineer. This $110 million project shifted the alignment of I-215, adding one
HOV lane and 1 mixed flow lane in each direction, replaced 3 overcrossings, and added 2 connectors on the I-
215 and SR-210 Interchange. The BNSF Railroad parallels the project on the west side. Project features included
PCC and AC pavement, bridges, drainage facilities, sound/retaining walls, traffic signals, and fiber optic
communication systems. Despite several challenges, the project was completed on time and under budget.
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I-215 Segment 3, Caltrans, San Bernardino, CA
Caltrans Resident Engineer. This $125 million project constructed HOV and mixed-flow lanes in the City of San
Bernardino, from I-10 to Rialto. Project features included PCC and AC pavement, bridges, drainage facilities,
sound/retaining walls, traffic signals, and fiber optic communication systems. Coordinated with SANBAG, the City
of San Bernardino, and USACE. Manny received various partnering awards at the District and State levels. The
project was completed on schedule and under budget.
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Walid Saoud, PE
Construction Inspector
Walid’s extensive roadway inspection experience in City of Yucaipa
projects as well as Caltrans projects. His responsibilities included
inspection, document control, developing/preparing contract change
orders (CCOs), coordinated partnering/DRB activities and meetings, and
assisted in the preparation of position papers to be used in dispute
meetings. Walid is experienced with the use of Microsoft Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint. He has also used Blue beam, AutoCAD, Micro Station,
and Civil 3D extensively. He has also excelled in development,
coordination, and review of engineering plans and specifications ensuring
strict adherence to design standards. Assisting in the preparation of
construction documents, reviewing contractor submittals, and
facilitating claim resolution has been a significant part of his role.
Furthermore, he has successfully designed drainage systems, performed
cut-fill analysis, and ensured compliance with contract plans and
specifications. He has worked on various projects such as flood control,
bridge replacements, pavement rehab, and new paving. These projects
included items such as sidewalk, AC pavement, ADA curb ramps, grading,
catch basin, flood control facilities, detention basins, energy dissipators,
rock slope protection, etc.
Relevant Project Experience
Caltrans, Various Caltrans Projects, Cities in San Bernardino/Riverside
County, California.
Transportation Engineer. Developed, coordinated, and reviewed
engineering plans, specifications, estimates, and reports for
transportation projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and principles. Projects consisted of cold-
plane and overlay, concrete slab replacement, ADA curb ramps, MGS, and shoulder widening. This involved
producing layouts, profiles, sections, diagrams, and details for various project elements, conducting technical
studies and reviews, and preparing contract specifications and submittals. Provided field inspection and daily
reports during the construction process. Provided Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) support, resolved
issues. Assisted in preparing construction documents, reviewed contractor submittals, and supported the
resolution of claims.
Professional Engineering Services Contract│ City of Yucaipa │ B&R Consulting Engineers, Inc.
Dunlap Bridge Replacement: Phase I of the project includes constructing a precast girder bridge structure on
CIDH piles and removal of portions of the existing structure. Phase II includes the removal of existing box culverts,
construction of wingwalls, installation of rock riprap, utility relocations, street improvements and drainage
facilities on Dunlap Boulevard.
Wilson III Basin: The project includes construction of the Wilson Creek Impact Basin and the Oak Glen Impact
Basin. The work also includes constructing reinforced concrete box culverts, concrete spillways, grate inlets,
Firm:
EDUCATION:
B.S., Structural Engineering
University of California, San Diego
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer, CA, # 95486
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 5
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Zone
Caltrans Temporary Pedestrian
Facility Training
EXPERTISE:
Roadway/ Highway Projects
Document Control
Caltrans ADA Curb Ramp Design
REFERENCES:
Kevin Manilla
Vice President
Lochner
(909) 203-7208
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tubular steel fencing, channel connections, concrete headwalls and wingwalls, grouted riprap, non-grouted
riprap, and storm drain lines. Duties included the design of drainage systems to tie to existing structures, verified
constructability of inlet modifications based on existing site controlling parameters (embankment slopes, steep
elevations, and impact to the public).
City of Yucaipa, B&R, Project Construction Administration, Coordination & Inspection Services on Various
Federal, State and Locally Funded Public Works Projects, City of Yucaipa, California.
Inspector: Comprehensive inspections were conducted to ensure construction activities complied with all
contractual specifications, facilitating accurate documentation for contractor payments. Plans and specifications
were diligently reviewed to confirm contractor compliance, and collaboration with the City of Yucaipa led to the
development of key infrastructure projects. Responsibilities also included efficiently managing and preparing
project-related documentation, supporting structural representatives by reviewing submittals, and performing
detailed on-site inspections of various infrastructure elements including sidewalks, pavements, and drainage
systems at the Wilson III Basin project.
San Bernardino County Transportation Authority, Redlands Passenger Rail Project Maintenance Facility, City
of San Bernardino, California.
Project Engineer. This project consists of the construction of a new Diesel-Multiple unit shop and yard facility
adjacent to two operating railroad agencies, BNSF and SCRRA. The facility includes a pre-engineered 15,219 sq.
ft. maintenance building, storage tracks, switches, and a concrete wash pad. Walid's tasks included generating
logs of the contract change orders, survey staking requests, and generating compaction test and compressive
strength logs for concrete structures. He also maintained records and reports related to the project, such as RFIs
and submittals, during the construction process. He ensured contract compliance with the plans and
specifications. Walid prepared contract change orders (CCOs) to make alterations, deviations, additions, or
deletions from the plans and specifications, ensuring proper completion or construction of the contract. He
gathered critical information, interpreted technical reports and data, and determined feasible solutions.
Additionally, he compiled and integrated various engineering plans, including "As-Builts," into a draft using
Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) to provide the most current set of contract plans for the field.
City of Newport Beach, ADA Curb Ramp Replacement, City of Newport Beach, California.
Design Engineer. Designed curb ramps to meet ADA requirements while verifying existing subsurface utilities
through as-builts, and determining pothole locations, if applicable. Designed and calculated the transition slope
and grade breaks tying into approach sidewalk to prevent cross-slope issues/uneven surfaces in order be within
OSHA compliance. Independently calculated quantities for concrete removals/placements of curbs, curb ramps,
gutters, and sidewalks using quantity take off methods. Designed curb and gutter using Caltrans
standards/specifications and determined the required cross slope and anticipated peak flow with the existing
tie-in elevations and drainage inlets.
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Khalid Saoud, PE
Construction Inspector
Khalid has 4 years of construction and engineering experience in highway,
roadway, and structure construction. He is skilled at coordinating
engineering functions efficiently, both in teams and independently. He has
experience performing the duties of construction manager, resident
engineer, and structure representative. Khalid is experienced with the use
of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. He has also used Blue beam,
AutoCAD, Micro Station, and Civil 3D extensively. He can work on multiple
projects with various responsibilities simultaneously. He provides
excellent communication and coordination with project engineers,
designers, contractors, and subcontractors, as well as coordinating with
the client, utilities, and on public issues. He has written and negotiated
complex construction contract change orders (CCOs) and minimized
claims.
Relevant Project Experience
Caltrans, Various Caltrans Projects, Cities in San Bernardino/Riverside
County, California.
Transportation Engineer: Khalid oversaw varous construction projects
including the construction of a California Department of Transportation
maintenance building in Southern California, and the rehabilitation of the
Southern California District 8 TMC. Tasks included the review of shop
drawings; monitoring contractor performance and ensuring the work was
in conformance with the contract schedule, plans and specifications; enforcing safety codes and labor laws;
coordinating with public agencies and utilities; generating CCOs, and progress pay estimates; generating As-Built
plans using CAD software. He worked on the Design-Build of a Caltrans landscape Maintenance station in
Southern California and the restoration of various bridges along I-215 and SR-60. Tasks included inspection of
construction, communicating with the contractor and designers, documenting field quantities, review of
intermediate design plans, and performing various bridge calculations. Khalid inspected variuos roadway items
such as AC paving, road widening, striping, curb ramps, concrete structures, drainage systems, etc. Khalid is also
familiar of other various structure inspection tasks such as CIDH piles, steel beam pile driving, erection of steel
members, steel welding and connections, falsework, footings, retaining walls, etc. Currently, Khalid is assigned
to a Design Unit in District 8. As a Lead Designer Khalid is preparing PS&E packages for Caltrans projects that
include mill and overlay, concrete barrier, culvert upgrades, guard rail, roadway widening, etc. Khalid oversees
coordinating with several functional units including right of way, structures, utilities, environmental, hydraulics,
traffic, etc.
Firm:
EDUCATION:
B.S., Structural Engineering
University of California, San Diego
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer: Civil, CA # 95007
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 4
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Zone
Caltrans Temporary Pedestrian
Facility Training
EXPERTISE:
Roadway Inspection and Design
Structure Inspection
Caltrans District 8, City of Yucaipa
Risk Management
QA/QC Inspection
Construction Safety
REFERENCES:
Tim Flores, Caltrans
Senior Structure Representative
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City of Yucaipa, B&R, Project Construction Administration, Coordination & Inspection Services on Various
Federal, State and Locally Funded Public Works Projects, City of Yucaipa, California.
Inspector: Inspection tasks included analyzing and inspecting construction processes and procedures, as well as
documenting field quantities for the processing of the contractor pay request. Duties also included reviewing
contract plans and specifications to ensure that the contractor’s work was done in compliance with specified
plans. Assisted the City of Yucaipa in creating a plan for a retaining wall extension. Office tasks included preparing
records and files relating to current projects, as well as setting up files in preparation for upcoming projects. I
assisted the structure rep by reviewing the structure submittals. Also inspected the structure work on the Wilson
III Basin. Inspected various items including sidewalk, AC pavement, curb and gutter, storm drain installation, ADA
curb ramps, and grading.
City of Colton, Laurel Street Grade Separation, City of Colton, California, Assistant
Office Engineer/Document Control: Prepared records and reports related to the project, as well as monitored
and provided daily reports. Preformed document filing, tracking, and updating request for information (RFI’s)
and submittal logs. Assisted with field calculations and monthly progress estimates. Utilized AutoCAD,
MicroStation, and Excel for field engineering activities. Assisted in preparing quantity calculations for monthly
progress estimates. Also familiar with Bluebeam software and Civil 3D.
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Ammar Aldulaimi
Construction Inspector
Mr. Aldulaimi has 12 years of construction and engineering experience in
highway and roadway construction. He is skilled at coordinating engineering
functions efficiently, both in teams and independently. He has worked on
various types of projects including a design-build project on the I-450. He
has experience performing the duties of construction inspector leading a
team to complete a project efficiently and accurately. He provides excellent
communication and coordination with project engineers, designers,
contractors, and subcontractors, as well as coordinating with the client,
utilities, and on public issues. Mr. Aldulaimi has experience in roadway
grading, drainage systems, curb ramps, AC paving, concrete structures, and
the compliance of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, etc.
Relevant Project Experience
State Project/Orange County, I-405 Improvement Project, Various Cities
in Orange County, California.
Quality Validation Assurance Engineer/ Inspector/Office Engineer: This
was a design build project. The project scope included the addition of one
new general-purpose lane and one new toll lane in each direction along the
16-mile corridor of I-405 between State Route 73 (SR 73) and Interstate 605
(I-605). The new toll express lanes combined with the existing high
occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane create two Express Lanes in each direction in
the I-405 median from SR 73 to I-605. The Project also included the
replacement of 18 bridges, the construction of new and widened bridges,
improvements to the auxiliary lanes, relocations of utilities, construction of
new sound walls, and additions to the tolling and Transportation System
Management and Transportation Demand Management systems. Ammar
coordinated multiple field reviews with owners and Caltrans, inspected
storm drain construction, HMA paving, PCC concrete placement, ADA curb
ramps, and guardrail systems to ensure compliance with the RFC Plan and Caltrans specifications. Ammar
updated the master tracking logs, including safety device quantities and quality control logs for concrete, rebar,
and materials. Additionally, Ammar managed fence subcontractors, performing quantity take-offs and
maintaining cost codes, filling out T&M tickets and task orders. Ammar's responsibilities included managing
SWPPP work, release settlement for walls and bridges, minor concrete orders, timecards, and cost reports.
Finally, Ammar assisted other engineers in planning activities in Segments A and B under the supervision of the
Area Project Manager and put together look-ahead schedules on the board for weekly schedule look-ahead
meetings. As a Field Engineer with OHL, Ammar was involved in drainage work, such as planning activities in two
segments, preparing work plans and work packages, and performing quantity take-offs. Ammar also prepared
presentations for pre-construction meetings, analyzed traffic control plans, and submitted RFI's and permanent
material submittals.
Firm:
EDUCATION:
MS, Financial Management, 2007
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 12
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Zone
Caltrans Temporary Pedestrian
Facility Training
EXPERTISE:
Roadway/ Highway Projects
Public Works
Quality Assurance
Compliance
Materials Sampling & Testing
Coordination
Field Records Maintenance
Progress Photos
Inspection Reports
Quantity Calculations
Progress Pay Estimates
Construction Site Safety
REFERENCES:
Ali Iqbal
Segment Manager on I-405
OHL
(714) 294-8152
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OCTA, Lakeview Avenue Grade Separation, City of Lakeview, California.
Quality Control Engineer/Inspector: The project, grade separated Lakeview Avenue over Orangethorpe Avenue
and BNSF railroad tracks by constructing a new four-lane overcrossing. The project also included a new four-lane
bridge over Atwood Channel to provide access for a residence and six business properties east of Lakeview
Avenue, and a new connector road with a signalized intersection for access from Orangethorpe Avenue to
Lakeview Avenue. The existing north access from Eisenhower Circle to Lakeview Avenue was eliminated and a
new signalized intersection created at the south access from Eisenhower Circle to Lakeview Avenue. Ammar was
responsible for preparing and submitting final Quality Control Packages to the owner. Ammar also estimated and
submitted change orders to the owner, ensuring that the project stayed on track and within budget. He inspected
concrete pours and HMA paving. He updated Quality Control Logs such as Asphalt, Compaction, Material
Receiving, Concrete Placement, Concrete Compressive, and Aggregate to ensure compliance with project
specifications. Ammar is proficient in quantity inputs, subcontract change orders, and quantity/cost forecasts.
Additionally, Ammar issued certificates of compliance and mill certs to ensure compliance before submitting to
the owner, ensuring the project's quality and compliance standards were met.
Al Dhair Co, Iraq.
Inspector Engineer: Ammar was responsible for preparing conceptual building plans, site plans, and preliminary
cost estimates during project inception. He conducted on-site inspections of proposed building sites and
remodeling requests, reviewed and analyzed construction bids and change orders, and assisted project managers
in technical and budgetary matters during construction. Ammar also prepared and maintained monthly
construction progress schedules, assisted in the development of selection criteria for architectural and
engineering firms, and monitored the work of construction contractors on the projects. He prepared progress
reports and schedules to ensure that the projects were completed within the specified timelines.
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Adel Rashid
Construction Inspector
Adel has over 26 years of construction and engineering experience in
bridge, highway, grade separation and mechanically stabilized earth (MSE)
wall construction. He is highly skilled in performing the duties of a
construction inspector. He has experience working with Union Pacific
Railroad (UPRR), Cities, and Government Agencies. His experience includes
grade separation construction, bridge widenings, retaining walls, and
concrete barrier. He is experienced with roadway construction, earthwork
operations, HMA paving, JPCP, drainage systems, traffic control, and
pavement delineation. Adel effectively coordinates activities and resolves
obstacles by providing feasible solutions.
Relevant Project Experience
United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq HQ, Missan Engineering
Contracting Company, ltd., UN Headquarters Building D, Baghdad, Iraq.
Consultant Roadway/Structures: Construction Inspector: The United
Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq Headquarters in Baghdad Iraq required
the construction of roadways, drainage systems, retaining walls, concrete
barrier, and box culverts. Inspection for all project phases of development
was performed, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Project
executed work was recorded with daily reports and weekly meetings.
Inspection responsibilities included HMA paving, PCC paving, structures
concrete, pavement delineation, drainage systems, and traffic control.
City of Coachella, Avenue 52 and Grapefruit Boulevard Grade Separation - Improvement Project, Coachella,
CA
Consultant Structures Construction Inspector: The project scope included a new six lane corridor, a widening of
Grapefruit Boulevard (Highway 111), and extension of Sunset Drive to reconnect Avenue 52 with Grapefruit
Boulevard. The project constructed a grade separation bridge over the UPRR tracks to accommodate an ultimate
six lane corridor. All the work was based on FHWA and Caltrans requirements. The project also included MSE
walls, and a 6’ garden wall; major utilities and drainage systems, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
compliant pedestrian facilities. Monitored Avenue 52 grade separation construction. Adel’s duties included, but
were not limited to, monitoring contractor and subcontractor performance, and ensuring work was in
conformance with contract schedule and plans and specifications, enforcing safety codes and labor laws,
communicating, and coordinating with utility companies, and preparing progress pay estimates. His inspection
responsibilities included driven piles, approach slabs, retaining walls, MSE walls, sounds walls, drainage systems,
concrete pavement, structure concrete, rock slope protection, concrete barrier, storm drain systems, grading,
striping, earthwork calculations and monitored and provided daily direction to inspection personnel. Duties
included reviewing the trenching & shoring, check construction sequencing plan, check the construction staking,
check excavation to ensure that is in accordance with the approved shoring plan and comply with Cal-OSHA
requirement.
Firm:
EDUCATION:
MS, Mechanical Engineering,
University of Brasov,
Brasov, Romania, 1985
YEAR OF EXPERIENCE: 26
CERTIFICATION AND TRAINING:
PM10 AQMD Certification
Defensive Driver
UPRR Safety Certification
EXPERTISE:
Roadway/ Highway Projects
Public Works
Quality Assurance
Compliance
Materials Sampling & Testing
Coordination
Field Records Maintenance
Progress Photos
Inspection Reports
Quantity Calculations
Progress Pay Estimates
Construction Site Safety
RFP – CM – Highway 111 Rehabilitation Project – 2022-25
United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq HQ, Missan Engineering Contracting Company, ltd., UN
Headquarters Building C, Baghdad, Iraq
Consultant Roadway Construction Inspector: Scope included the implementation of civil contracts and projects
under the supervision of the US Military and the United Nations in Iraq. Reviewed construction drawings,
specifications, conditions, schedules, work plans and procedures. Adel worked as an engineer/inspector to
monitor the daily construction activities to ensure that the technical requirements of the project are met.
Inspection of work in the field included construction of retaining walls and concrete barrier, the grinding of
existing asphalt concrete surfacing, the placement of new Asphalt Concrete Pavement and the rolling of the hot
mix asphalt material complete in place to meet the contract requirements which included, but not limited to,
the disposal of grinded material, sweeping, applying liquid asphalt (tack coat), striping, maintenance, and the
removal of temporary HMA tapers. Adel preformed contract administration for paperwork and documentation,
developed and maintained cooperative working relationships to be an effective team member, analyzed
blueprints, construction drawings, and other project documentations.
CONTACT
Fred Valencia, PE
Construction Manager
(909) 915-4825
fvalencia@bandreng.com