An ESWP Program Committee Webinar - Bonner Bridge Replacement
2020-10-01 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | ESWP Webinar
A New Bridge over the Oregon Inlet, Outer Banks
PDH REQUEST FORM
Presented by Nick Burdette, HDR, Pittsburgh, PA
Traveling the scenic North Carolina Outer Banks on NC Highway 12 requires crossing Oregon Inlet, one of the most dangerous inlets on the Atlantic coast, where treacherous currents, constantly shifting bathymetry, and violent storms are normal occurrences. Since its completion in 1962, the Herbert C. Bonner Bridge served as that critical link between Hatteras and Bodie Islands. Unfortunately, the Bonner Bridge has suffered from severe scour and deterioration in the harsh marine environment, and has required nearly continual maintenance, repair, and retrofit. In 2011, NCDOT awarded a design-build contract to replace the bridge, requiring a 100-year service life, design for up to 84’ of scour, and minimal environmental impacts. The associated design and construction challenges created opportunities for innovation and creativity. The resulting 2.8 mile long bridge features extensive use of precast concrete construction for quality, durability, economy, and constructability, a first-of-its-kind driven pile foundation verification method, and innovative, environmentally-sensitive construction approaches.

Free to attend, earn 1 PDH Credit, from the comfort of your computer

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International Bridge Conference
2020-10-19 08:00 - 17:00 | MD
The International Bridge Conference® (IBC) is the pre-eminent arena for the bridge industry in North & South America, Europe, Australia, Asia and Africa.

International Water Conference
2020-11-08 13:00 - 17:00 | MD
The International Water Conference® (IWC) is a strong educational conference, founded with an emphasis on commercial free discussions on technology.

SPEO Fall Webinar
2020-11-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
Where Do We Go From Here?

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ESWP Program Committee Webinar - ALCOSAN
2020-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
ALCOSAN’s Clean Water Plan Update
It has been estimated that nine (9) billion gallons of overflow enter our rivers and streams during heavy rain and snow melt events. ALCOSAN’s Clean Water Plan (CWP) will reduce the overflow by approximately seven (7) billion gallons. The four components of the CWP are preventing excess water from entering the sewer system, increasing conveyance capacity, regionalizing multi-municipal sewers, and expanding the wastewater treatment plant. This webinar will provide an update on the work associated with each of these program components.
Register below – webinar link will be sent via email the day before.
Speakers:
Kimberly Kennedy, Director of Engineering and Construction
Jan Oliver, Director of Regional Conveyance
Mike Lichte, Manager of Planning
Tim Prevost, Manager of Wet Weather Programs
Jeff Argyros, Manager of Program Management

An ESWP Program Committee Webinar - Steel Castings
2021-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 | ESWP Webinar
Steel Castings for Enhanced Performance and Economy in Steel Bridges
Presented by Carlos de Oliveira, MASc., P.Eng., President & CEO, Cast Connex Corporation
This presentation will provide an introduction to casting manufacturing and its application in structural engineering and steel construction and will explain how cast steel nodes can be used to improve the overall structural efficiency and performance of bridge structures. Specific attention will be given to how the use of cast steel nodes can reduce overall tonnage, reduce deflections and improve the predictability of the structure’s natural frequency, and improve coating system performance and longevity of bridge structures. The presentation will include several examples of highway, rail, and pedestrian bridges incorporating cast steel nodes from around the world and in the United States.

About the authors’….
Carlos de Oliveira is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Cast Connex Corporation. He received a Bachelor of Applied Science from the University of Waterloo, a Master of Applied Science from the University of Toronto, and he is a licensed Professional Engineer in several jurisdictions. Carlos is a co-founder of Cast Connex and is a foremost expert in the design and use of steel castings in building and bridge construction. Carlos, Cast Connex, and many projects on which they have collaborated have been recognized with various industry awards and accolades from organizations including the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA), the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH), the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies (ACEC), and CIDECT.
Jennifer is Vice President of CAST CONNEX. A licensed structural engineer with over 14 years of experience in design of structures and construction, she received her Bachelors in Civil Engineering with a Minor in Architecture from Carnegie Mellon University and her Masters in Mechanics, Materials and Structures from Princeton University where she focused her studies on aesthetics, efficiency, and economy of structures.
Jennifer has worked as a structural engineering consultant based in New York City, Africa, and Southeast Asia; she was Teaching Fellow in Mechanics, Materials and Sciences at Princeton University and Adjunct Professor of Architecture at The Cooper Union. In 2020 she was appointed to Princeton University’s CEE Advisory Council, the ASCE SEI Aesthetics Committee, and as Chair of the newly formed AASTHO/NSBA TG-17: Castings in Bridges.

SPEO Opportunities Forum
2021-02-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event
The Virtual SPEO Opportunities Forum will be held on Tuesday, February 2nd at 8 a.m. Representatives from local and state agencies will discuss scheduled projects and forecasted procurements with SPEO members.
Agencies invited to present include:

Allegheny County Airport Authority
Allegheny County Sanitary Authority (ALCOSAN)
Allegheny County Department of Economic Development
Allegheny County Department of Public Works
Army Corps of Engineering
Pennsylvania American Water (PAWC)
Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Dist. 11-0
Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA)
Port Authority of Allegheny County
Urban Redevelopment Authority

Cost: Free for SPEO Members **This is a SPEO Members Only Event**

NOTE: THERE IS LIMITED CAPACITY FOR THIS VIRTUAL EVENT.
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speo-annual-opportunities-forum-tickets-132429661683
Webinar Link will be emailed the day prior to the event.

2021 Civil PE Review - Refresher Course
2021-02-11 18:00 - 21:00 | Webinar
The PSPE Review and Refresher Courses has proven very beneficial in preparing young engineers for professional registration in our area.
The PE Exam date for this spring is Friday, April 23, 2021.
Civil PE Review:
The PE exam review course helps exam applicants prepare for the Civil PE exam. The topics are taught by professional engineers who have both industry and teaching experience. The review course consists of 30 hours of lectures covering the common topics of both the breadth and depth Civil PE exam. The topics include: structures, construction management, geotechnical, highway design and traffic analysis, environmental, and water resources.

30 hours of instruction from 5 separate instructors that helps exam applicants prepare for the Civil PE exam.

WHEN: 6 PM to 9 PM. Thursdays . . . February 11 to April 15, 2021
WHERE: Virtual On-Line Course
COST: $580 for 30 hours of instruction (minimum of 6 registrations). Registration Closes February 5, 2021
Please visit: pittsburghpe.org/events for more information and to register.
If you have any questions, please contact Steven Musial, PE.

e-mail: stevenrmusial@gmail.com
or Cell: 412-956-6448

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An ESWP Program CommitteeWebinar - 9th Street Bridge Rehab
2021-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | ESWP Webinar
Rehabilitation of the 9th Street Bridge Project (Rachel Carson Bridge)
For almost 100 years Allegheny County Department of Public Works’ 9th Street Bridge has spanned the Allegheny River with its Sisters, the 6th and 7th Street Bridges. In 2018 the County, began a challenging preservation effort of this iconic bridge that concluded in a successful reopening in November 2020. This presentation will encompass the history, the distinctive design, and the rehabilitation phases from design to construction required to sustain this bridge as a part of the Pittsburgh landscape for many years to come.
Presenters:
Jeanna Fisher, EIT, Asst Construction Manager, Allegheny County Department of Public Works
Charles E Nelms, PE, Senior Bridge Engineer, L.R. Kimball

Free to ESWP Members (must have an ESWP account)
All others – $20
Register here! Webinar link will be sent by email the day before.
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The Pittsburgh ISA Section Presents....
2021-02-24 12:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event
Introduction to the Advanced Robotics for Manufacturing Institute
Speaker: Matt Rosenberger – Membership Director, ARM Institute
Where: Virtual Event – Zoom Link
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please RSVP to PittsburghISA@gmail.com

ESWP Annual Awards Presentation
2021-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event

LEADERSHIP & CAREER SKILLS FOR TOMORROW’S PROFESSIONAL
2021-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Young Member Mentoring Workshop scheduled over five Wednesdays in March! Each session will last approx. 50 minutes. All sessions start at 12:00 noon, Eastern time.
Open to all ESWP members!
NO COST to attend – all sessions presented virtually over Microsoft Teams.
Learning Outcomes:

Equip each participant with skills and tools that can provide a lifetime of support and help change their career trajectory for the better.
Provide an opportunity to interact with water industry experts and hear their stories and get their advice.
Energize and provide inspiration that promotes confidence and self-efficacy.
Learn the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

You do NOT have to attend all sessions – you may pick & choose to attend those that interest you! Webinar link will be emailed the day before event date.
Here is the schedule of topics:

March 3rd: How to Interact with Customers, presented by Jane Kucera & Lyndsey Wiles
March 10th: Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera
March 17th: Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko
March 24th: Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez
March 31st: Open Roundtable Discussion (all who can make it!)

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LEADERSHIP & CAREER SKILLS FOR TOMORROW’S PROFESSIONAL
2021-03-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Young Member Mentoring Workshop continues with Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera!
Open to all ESWP members!
NO COST to attend – all sessions presented virtually over Microsoft Teams.
Learning Outcomes:

Equip each participant with skills and tools that can provide a lifetime of support and help change their career trajectory for the better.
Provide an opportunity to interact with water industry experts and hear their stories and get their advice.
Energize and provide inspiration that promotes confidence and self-efficacy.
Learn the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

You do NOT have to attend all sessions – you may pick & choose to attend those that interest you! Webinar link will be emailed the day before event date.
Here is the schedule of topics:

March 3rd: How to Interact with Customers, presented by Jane Kucera & Lyndsey Wiles
March 10th: Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera
March 17th: Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko
March 24th: Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez
March 31st: Open Roundtable Discussion (all who can make it!)

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LEADERSHIP & CAREER SKILLS FOR TOMORROW’S PROFESSIONAL
2021-03-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Young Member Mentoring Workshop continues with Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko!
Open to all ESWP members!
NO COST to attend – all sessions presented virtually over Microsoft Teams.
Learning Outcomes:

Equip each participant with skills and tools that can provide a lifetime of support and help change their career trajectory for the better.
Provide an opportunity to interact with water industry experts and hear their stories and get their advice.
Energize and provide inspiration that promotes confidence and self-efficacy.
Learn the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

You do NOT have to attend all sessions – you may pick & choose to attend those that interest you! Webinar link will be emailed the day before event date.
Here is the schedule of topics:

March 3rd: How to Interact with Customers, presented by Jane Kucera & Lyndsey Wiles
March 10th: Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera
March 17th: Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko
March 24th: Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez
March 31st: Open Roundtable Discussion (all who can make it!)

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SPEO Virtual Event - Minorities, Women, and You: Increasing Inclusion
2021-03-23 13:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event
Minorities, Women, and You: Increasing Inclusion
A frank discussion about what must change to increase inclusion.
For more information or to register, visit:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speo-virtual-event-minorities-women-and-you-increasing-inclusion-tickets-145570512321

LEADERSHIP & CAREER SKILLS FOR TOMORROW’S PROFESSIONAL
2021-03-24 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Young Member Mentoring Workshop continues with Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez!
Open to all ESWP members!
NO COST to attend – all sessions presented virtually over Microsoft Teams.
Learning Outcomes:

Equip each participant with skills and tools that can provide a lifetime of support and help change their career trajectory for the better.
Provide an opportunity to interact with water industry experts and hear their stories and get their advice.
Energize and provide inspiration that promotes confidence and self-efficacy.
Learn the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

You do NOT have to attend all sessions – you may pick & choose to attend those that interest you! Webinar link will be emailed the day before event date.
Here is the schedule of topics:

March 3rd: How to Interact with Customers, presented by Jane Kucera & Lyndsey Wiles
March 10th: Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera
March 17th: Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko
March 24th: Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez
March 31st: Open Roundtable Discussion (all who can make it!)

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IBC Webinar
2021-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
“Best of IBC” Webinar Series
The Best of IBC Webinar Series is a great way to preview the high quality technical content presented at the International Bridge Conference®.

Attendees can earn 1 pdh credit!
Virtual webinars are FREE to attend, but registration is required for pdh certification.

Topic: Accelerated Bridge Construction — Scroll Down to Register
IBC 20-08: EB Wilson Boulevard Bridge over Route 50: ABC Weekend Superstructure Replacement
Kelly Guild, P.E., WSP USA, Herndon, VA; John Michels, WSP USA, Herndon, VA; Alireza Hedayati, WSP USA, Herndon, VA; Vincente Valeza, Virginia DOT, Northern Virginia District, Fairfax, VA; Pooya Azar, Martins Construction Corporation, Falls Church, VA
In one of Northern Virginia’s busiest, most complicated and high traffic volume intersections, the superstructure of the EB Wilson Boulevard Bridge over Route 50 was demolished, removed, and replaced in a single weekend to minimize impact to the traveling public and local business community. The design utilized ABC methodology including three preconstructed composite units erected at the site using very early strength latex concrete deck closure pours providing the required cure time, strength and durability.
IBC 20-09: Wellsburg Bridge – Construction Methods and Float In
Charbel Raad, McNary Bergeron & Associates, Tampa, FL; Tim Davis, McNary Bergeron & Associates, Tampa, FL; Rob Brunner, Flatiron Construction, Wellsburg, WV
The Wellsburg Bridge is an 830-foot span basket-handle network tied arch connecting Wellsburg, WV and Brilliant, OH across the Ohio River. This arch span is being constructed using an Accelerated Bridge Construction method where the main span is built at a site roughly 1 mile upstream along the Ohio River and will be floated into its permanent position using a system of self-jacking falsework towers and barges.

An ESWP Program Committee Webinar: PWSA
2021-03-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Lead Service Line Replacement Programs – 2016 to the Present and Beyond
As a result of a LCR exceedance in 2016, Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority (PWSA) developed an industry-leading Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) program for residential water customers. Since that date, work has been conducted at over 14,300 locations, replacing over 8,300 public and over 5,350 private lead service lines. The program’s focus, replacing PWSA-owned infrastructure while preventing partial service line replacements, has evolved since the start as lessons learned from Pittsburgh and other programs around the United States have been applied. While much work remains to meet PWSA’s goal to remove all lead service lines by 2026, the effort is well on its way.
PWSA’s presentation will provide details of the program development, outreach, customer service, data management and construction. A large focus will be on customer engagement (PWSA cannot do any private side work without the property owner’s permission) and data collection efforts. Proper and detailed data collection is critical, to allow the LSLR activities to be used for service line material updates.
Finally, the presentation will touch on the recently enacted revisions to the Lead and Copper Rule, which changes PWSA’s LSLR program complies with and what will be necessary going forward.
Daniel T. Duffy, P.E. is a Principal of East Woods Consulting and has served as PWSA’s Lead Service Line Replacement Program Manager for over three years. He has both a Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, is a registered Professional Engineer in four states including Pennsylvania and has over 31 years of experience in the Northeast United States and in Southeast Asia.
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LEADERSHIP & CAREER SKILLS FOR TOMORROW’S PROFESSIONAL
2021-03-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Young Member Mentoring Workshop finishes up with our last session, an Open Roundtable Discussion!
Open to all ESWP members!
NO COST to attend – all sessions presented virtually over Microsoft Teams.
Learning Outcomes:

Equip each participant with skills and tools that can provide a lifetime of support and help change their career trajectory for the better.
Provide an opportunity to interact with water industry experts and hear their stories and get their advice.
Energize and provide inspiration that promotes confidence and self-efficacy.
Learn the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Webinar link will be emailed the day before event date.
Here is the schedule of topics:

March 3rd: How to Interact with Customers, presented by Jane Kucera & Lyndsey Wiles
March 10th: Essential Communication Skills, presented by Colleen Scholl; and How to Stand Out Amongst Your Peers, presented by Jane Kucera
March 17th: Diversity & Inclusion in the Industry, presented by Colleen Scholl; and Maintaining a Work/Life Balance, presented by Jonathan Shimko
March 24th: Ten “Soft Skills” for a Successful Life & Career, presented by Tom Higgins, and Krystal Perez
March 31st: Open Roundtable Discussion (all who can make it!)

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Bridge Stories - with author Tom Leech
2021-04-01 12:00 - 12:30 | Virtual Event
BRIDGE STORIES – Every Bridge has a Story
By Author Tom Leech
A fascinating glimpse of some of the world’s most interesting bridges, built throughout the last two centuries…from Western PA to the USA to the World
Watch the webinar discussion…

IWC EC/AC Meeting
2021-04-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event

IBC Marketing Committee Meeting
2021-04-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Virtual Event

IBC Exhibits Committee Meeting
2021-04-14 15:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Event

IWC Webinar
2021-04-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
“Best of IWC”
The Best of IWC Webinar Series is a great way to preview the high quality technical content presented at the International Water Conference®.

Attendees can earn 1 pdh credit!
Webinars are FREE to attend, but registration is required for pdh certification.

Topic: Monitoring / Power & Ash — Scroll Down to Register
IWC 20-58: The Value (and the Challenges) of Corrosion Transport Monitoring (2020 Best Overall Paper Award)
Colleen M. Scholl, P.E., HDR
Monitoring of corrosion products in power plants is an indicator of the success of the cycle chemistry program. This paper will discuss the value of instituting a formal corrosion transport monitoring program and detail the effort involved in optimization of a plant specific program. It will review methods for corrosion transport monitoring in steam generator cycles including the associated benefits and limitations. Case studies will be utilized to illustrate the process and the obtainable benefits.
IWC 20-66: Controlling Oxidation Air in an FGD Absorber as a Means to Simplify Wastewater Treatment (2020 First Time Presenter Award)
Adam Sutherland, P.E., Stantec; Lindy Johnson; Bill Kennedy, Stantec
This paper presents experiences and benefits of a full scale installation of an oxidation air control system in a wet FGD application. Benefits include significant operational cost savings and improved wastewater treatability using chemical precipitation to aid compliance with EPA’s proposed 2019 ELGs for selenium and mercury. Liquor sulfite concentration as well as unit load and inlet SO2 are used to control the oxidation air flow rate to the absorber reaction tanks of a once through forced oxidation FGD scrubber. Impacts to the scrubber and wastewater chemistry will be described including comparisons to pre sulfite controlled operations.

IBC Construction Committee Meeting
2021-04-15 13:00 - 13:30 | Virtual Event

IWC Emerging Topics Committee Meeting
2021-04-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Event

IBC Executive Committee Meeting
2021-04-19 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual Event

An ESWP Program Committee Webinar; Allegheny County Airport Authority
2021-04-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Upcoming Development Projects at Pittsburgh International Airport, presented by Tom Woodrow, P.E., BCEE
We are very excited that Tom Woodrow, P.E., BCEE, will be our guest speaker in and will be providing an update on various development projects at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT). As everyone is well aware, the pandemic has had a major impact on the aviation industry. Despite that, the Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) has continued to move forward with key business initiatives including a new terminal, real estate development, increasing growth in air cargo, and providing reliable and resilient electrical service through a first-of-its-kind microgrid. This presentation will focus on providing an update on the Terminal Modernization Program, the development of Neighborhood 91, new cargo development and the microgrid.
About our speaker…
Tom is the Vice President of Engineering for the Allegheny County Airport Authority. Tom is responsible for managing the engineering and construction for all capital improvement and development projects at both the Pittsburgh International Airport and the Allegheny County Airport. Tom has over 31 years of professional experience in both the private and public sectors including aviation, automotive, iron and steel, midstream oil and gas development, and public water and sewer. Tom holds an MBA from Robert Morris University, as well as a B.S. in Environmental Engineering Technology and an Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology from Penn State. He is also a registered professional engineer in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia and is a Board Certified Environmental Engineer.
Join us on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 for this virtual webinar on the development of the Pittsburgh International Airport. Free to ESWP members, all others $20.00. Successful completion of this webinar event is worth one Professional Development Hour (PDH). Log in details will be sent prior to the event date.

ESWP Executive Committee Meeting
2021-04-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event

ESWP Program Committee Meeting
2021-04-23 08:00 - 09:00 | Virtual Event
