The Major Bridges P3 Initiative is part of the PennDOT Pathways Program, which is designed to bolster PennDOT’s ongoing effort to address the state’s growing backlog of replacement and rehabilitation needs for major bridges that are approaching the end of their useful life. By allowing for the use of a P3 delivery model, PennDOT will be able to replace or rehabilitate major bridges around the state more quickly, achieve significant savings for taxpayers, and minimize the impact on the traveling public.

The initiative includes the rehabilitation or replacement of select bridges—grouped in packages—and all associated infrastructure investments associated with that specific bridge, including roadway and approach work, and improvements to nearby impacted roadways.

The Bridging Pennsylvania Constructors team is led jointly by S&B USA Construction and FCC. The consortium members have a 20-year long track record of successful project delivery with PennDOT, having worked in all PennDOT districts.

The Project: 

The purpose of the Pennsylvania Major Bridges Project is to deliver infrastructure improvements focusing on the rehabilitation and replacement of nine major bridges (and associated roadways) across the Commonwealth. It was awarded to a consortium led by SBC in April 2022 and, upon completion, it is estimated to be over $2B. 

The project is being delivered under a Pre-Development Agreement (PDA) that guarantees early involvement and increased collaboration between the Owner (PennDOT), the Developer (a JV MacQuarie Capital and S&B Concessions) and the Design Builder (a JV S&B Construction and FCC). The PDA phase will be delivered starting in April 2022 and will last until December 2026. 

The first package of 6 bridges will be ready for Financial Close in December 2022 and it is anticipated that detailed design will immediately follow, with an expected construction start in December 2023. 

 

Job Summary:  

The P3ECM :  

  • Will lead the development of the Comprehensive Environmental Protection Plan (CEPP), the Environmental Protection Training Plan (EPTP), the Waste Management Plans (WMP) and the Noise Study Work Plan (NSWP) for the entire project in coordination with the Project Director, act as the main point of contact with the client and lead designer for environmental matters. 
  • Will coordinate with PennDOT regarding Provided Environmental Approvals, Environmental Site Assessments, Hazardous Materials and Recognized Environmental Conditions. 
  • The ECM shall fully understand Environmental Law, the NEPA Basic Configuration(s), the Environmental Survey Boundary (ESB), environmentally sensitive areas, Categorical Exclusions, Environmental Assessments, environmental commitments, and Environmental Approvals. 
  • The ECM shall oversee Environmental Approval re-evaluation and Development Entity-Led Environmental Approvals and ensure environmental compliance. 
  • The ECM shall manage and track Provided Environmental Approvals, Development Entity-Led Environmental Approvals, and associated environmental commitments within ECMTS. 
  • Is a highly experienced and personable leader with strong technical knowledge, excellent strategic networking skills, capable of understanding and work across all elements of the project from technical to commercial. 
  • Will require to be a great communicator in English and with a good understanding of the transportation sector and business culture in Pennsylvania.  
  • Must be collegiate and possess good ‘soft’ skills to lead and persuade a diverse group of individuals to deliver both PDA design work and subsequent agreements in a timely and efficient manner.  
  • Will work collaboratively with other team members to achieve goals, ask for inputs by valuing others’ ideas and expertise, and support and acts in accordance with final decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position. 
  • Must have the experience and capacity to deliver the technical support for large scale, highly important road construction projects involving complex technical issues. 

 

Duties include, but are not limited to: 

  • Review and approve all relevant correspondence to client, subs and consultants. 
  • Regular reporting on specific environmental elements of the project. 
  • Ensure the appropriate training is in place for the document controls department. 
  • Establish an audit process to ensure all records are kept accurately and in a timely manner. 
  • Work closely with the Construction Manager to ensure effective management of the project environmental compliance with the PDA and subsequent agreements terms, including regular updates. 
  • Identify and ensure insurable events are notified, when required. 
  • Participate in the project progress meetings, internal and with the client. 
  • Identify opportunities to generate value in the project or to recover unexpected, incurred costs due to unforeseen circumstances. 
  • Participate in the implementation of environmental management systems and ensuring best practices are followed in the selection, procurement, and performance management of consultants,  sub-contractors and suppliers 
  • Participate in meetings with owners, developers, partners and subs 
  • Produce periodic Progress Reports, as required by the PDA. 

 

Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Biology, Environmental Science or equivalent is required. 
  • Must have no less than 15 years of relevant experience in coordinating complex environmental issues on Highway improvement projects with similar size and scope; 
  • Should have held a similar role on a minimum of two design-build projects of at least $250 million in total construction cost. 
  • Must demonstrate a working knowledge of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) 
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with E-Builder or other PC software packages typically associated with project management is also required. 
  • Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain good relationships and partnerships with clients, vendors, subcontractors and construction partners required. 
  • Experience and good relationship working with PennDOT is highly valuable. 
  • P3 or Design Build experience in large projects (>$500M) on the contractor or designer side is highly valuable. 

 

Other Conditions: 

  • This permanent staff role is based in Pittsburgh, PA in the Project Office. 
  • The remuneration package will be attractive and commensurate with the candidate's experience and skills.  
  • Demonstrated integrity and ethical leadership. 
  • Proven ability to perform in a management capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of construction industry best practices. 
  • Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment. 
  • Strong knowledge of design/build and alternative delivery and proven ability to lead teams.  
  • Demonstrated record of developing outstanding people and generating results through the efforts of others. 

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