Mar 28 2014
The CSX J&L Tunnel Modification project in Pittsburgh, Pa., has been honored with several professional industry awards. The J&L Tunnel Modification Project is a part of CSX Transportation, Inc.’s National Gateway Clearance Improvement Program, a public-private partnership to improve freight transportation efficiencies.
The focus was on raising the clearances in the J&L Tunnel to permit the movement of double stack container trains. The work was completed while the rail line remained open and was led by the design-build team of Michael Baker Jr., Inc. (an engineering unit of Michael Baker International, LLC), and Mascaro Construction Company, LP.
The distinctive industry honors include: Engineering Society of Western Pennsylvania–Project of the Year; Pennsylvania Society of Professional Engineers: Beaver County Chapter–Project of the Year; American Council of Engineering Companies/PA Diamond Award–Category C Structural Systems; and, Master Builders Association of Western Pennsylvania–Project of the Year, Design/Build Category.
Baker Project Manager James H. Swadley, P.E. said, “This was a highly complex project that faced many challenges. CSX and the Baker-Mascaro team applied unique and innovative engineering and construction solutions to address these challenges while also meeting the project completion deadline. The entire team deserves recognition and we are extremely proud these fine professional engineering and construction industry organizations have honored this project.”
The J&L Tunnel Modification Project received the awards based on complexity, innovation, broad and regional economic impact, schedule and budget, unique contractual conditions, benefits to society, and positive effects on safety, health and the environment for project team members and the general public.
About Michael Baker International, LLC
Michael Baker International, LLC (Baker International), is a leading global provider of engineering and consulting services which includes planning, architectural, environmental, construction, program management, and full life cycle support services as well as information technology and communications services and solutions. Baker provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions in support of U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. With more than $1.3 billion in annual revenue, Baker International has more than 6,000 employees in over 90 offices located across the U.S. and internationally. To learn more about Michael Baker International visit: www.mbakerintl.com.
About Mascaro Construction Company, LP
Founded in 1988, Mascaro Construction is a family-owned business that provides design-build, construction management, and general contracting services. Ranked among the top 250 in Engineering News-Record Top 400 Contractors in the United States, Mascaro has been involved with a wide range of projects such as landmark corporate campuses, high-tech research facilities, award-winning bridge structures, power plants, and manufacturing facilities. Mascaro’s commitment to deliver a great project experience for its clients and employees allows it to be the premier provider of quality construction services in the tri-state region. (http://www.mascaroconstruction.com)