Joseph E. Voorhees, EIT

* ******* ******

Rockaway, NJ 07866

Home: 973-***-****

Cell: 201-***-**** (preferable)

Email: adl8dr@r.postjobfree.com

Work Experience

Position - Staff Engineer/Design Engineer/Resident Engineer & Construction Inspector/Quality Assurance-Quality Control Engineer/Bridge Inspection Team Leader/Building Inspection Team Leader (as a Consultant to Various Entities and Agencies). Staff Engineer/Task Leader (as an Employee of The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey).

Affiliation – As a Consultant: Purcell Associates, West Caldwell, NJ / Fay, Spofford & Thorndike, Fairfield, NJ / Amercom Corporation, Parsippany, NJ / Keller & Kirkpatrick, Morris Plains, NJ / Statile Associates, Oakland, NJ / Banc3 Engineering, Princeton, NJ. As an Agency Employee: The Port Authority of NY & NJ, Jersey City, NJ.

Total Time of Employment - May 1985 to August 2019, and September to October 2020 (See below). Over 34 Years.

Time Periods – 9/20-10/20: Banc3 Engineering (Consultant Employee); 7/16-8/19: PANYNJ (Agency Employee); 7/13-4/14: Statile Associates; 5/11-3/13: Keller & Kirkpatrick; 3/09-9/09: Amercom Corporation; 2/01-3/09: Fay, Spofford & Thorndike, LLC; 5/85-1/01: Purcell Associates (Consultant Employee).

Public Agency Employee Experience – The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey - Staff Engineer/Task Leader – July 2016 to August 2019 (PA Employee)

Engineer in responsible charge of QA/QC Review of Facility Condition Survey Reports (CSR), performed primarily by outside Consultants, for all facilities owned and operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey including all Bridges, Tunnels, Bus Terminals, the five Airports (JFK, LGA, EWR, TEB and SWF), the PATH Commuter Train System, all Marine Ports, Real Estate holdings, the World Trade Center and multiple parking structures. All inspection operations performed by the consultants were subject to Site Audits with an accompanying report and follow up. Work was performed during both day and night hours. All members of the Quality Assurance Division were On-Call twenty-four hours a day and seven days a week. Work required coordination with Facility Supervisory Personnel. Also responded to Immediate Actions initiated by both the facilities and the consultants. Work also included review and evaluation of Biennial Bridge Inspection Reports for the NJDOT, NYSDOT, NYCDOT and the Facilities. Developed and compiled the QAD Monthly Report which summarized new and previously established priority, safety, and routine repairs, with costs and schedules, for all facilities to date. All work was based out of the Jersey City, New Jersey office.

Private Consultant Employee Experience – The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

World Trade Center - February 1993 to March 1994 (Purcell Associates)

A thorough inspection and a comprehensive report, with illustrations and tables, summarizing findings concerning the evaluation of the damage to the structural, mechanical, electrical, communication and plumbing utility aspects associated with the bombing of the facility, specifically in the WTC PATH Train Station, in February 1993. Present for several months to observe cleanup and recovery/reconstruction efforts and review of final construction conditions prior to restarting operations.

Various Port Authority Facility Buildings and Support Structures (Subject to NYC Local Law 11 Regulations)

Lincoln and Holland Tunnels – Buildings

Visual and hands-on inspection of brick veneer and cut stone facades and curtain wall facades of actively functioning buildings for the Port Authority including the Lincoln Tunnel Ventilation Structures (NY and NJ) and the brick veneer facades over the entrance and exit portals of the Lincoln and Holland Tunnels (NY and NJ) in the toll plazas and surrounding walls. Assessment of the condition of the veneer and stone facades revealed failure of the masonry joints (mortar and elastomeric seals) and the connections (ties) to the substrate of the structures. Repair details were created and repair methods, means and materials recommendations for their repair were developed.

JFK, LGA and EWR Airports – Facility Buildings

Visual and hands-on inspection of the brick veneer, cut stone and precast concrete panel construction at the Terminal Buildings and supporting structures throughout each facility for soundness of surface materials, joint seals, structural connections and overall condition, appearance and safe functionality. Assessment of the various components revealed failure of the joint seals (mortar and flexible material) and the connections to the building structure. Safety repairs were immediately addressed by Facility Personnel. Visible areas of cracking and spalling were prioritized in the field. Repair details were created and repair methods, means and materials recommendations for their repair were developed.

Port Authority Bus Terminal, New York City, NY – Fall 1989 to Summer 2004 (intermittent) (Purcell Associates/FST)

Staff Engineer for the inspection and executive report, summarizing findings concerning the evaluation and assessment of the structural, mechanical, electrical, communication and plumbing utility aspects associated with the parking and the entire multi-modal facility. Façade features and components were inspected for safety and repairable conditions.

LaGuardia International Airport, Central Terminal Building Inspection, Port Authority of NY & NJ – 1992 to 2008 (intermittent) (Purcell Associates/FST)

Engineer for emergency inspection & report summarizing findings concerning deterioration resulting from defective deck joints in the roadway running through the Airline Terminal. Evaluation of roadway structural support system.

Port Authority of NY & NJ – 1987 to 2009 (various projects) (Purcell Associates/FST)

Engineer for inspection and report, summarizing findings concerning the evaluation of the architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, communication and plumbing utility aspects associated with over 800 buildings, bridges, tunnels and other facilities at various installations in the bi-state area. Facilities included but were not limited to the Three Major Airports, Marine Port Facilities, Tunnels, Bridges and Buildings including ancillary structures such as Parking Garage Decks and Operational Support structures. Façade components were inspected for and repairable conditions.

Private Consultant Employee Experience – Various Entities and Agencies

Delaware River Port Authority Experience

Betsy Ross Bridge, New Jersey Approach Roadways and Bridges – 2020 (Banc3 Engineering)

Senior Inspection Engineer (Assistant Resident Engineer) for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the Approach Roadways and Ramps, on and above grade, associated with the New Jersey Approach to the Betsy Ross Bridge, crossing the Delaware River between Pennsauken, NJ and Northern Philadelphia, PA. Responsibilities included daily monitoring of ongoing new and rehabilitative contract items and recording of quantities and locations of those contract items. Special emphasis was placed on means, methods and materials used during constructing the contract items. QA/QC procedures were also employed. Safety reviews were ongoing during the project. Items included concrete deck, superstructure, and substructure repairs, drainage improvements, regrading open field areas, steel repairs, rocker bearing replacements with elastomeric pad bearings, concrete sealing and waterproofing applications, and roadway milling and resurfacing of the 3.5 Mile approach roadway including restriping and the replacement of all overhead signage on existing sign bridges and cantilever supports, which were also mechanically cleaned and repainted.

County (NJ) Experience

Morris County, Engineering Department, Office of the County Engineer – 2011 to 2013 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Resident Engineer for Road Facility Rehabilitation, Construction Supervision and Oversight (assessment) for twenty-two (22) resurfacing improvement projects involving milling and resurfacing operations at 22 locations in Morris County which included extensive roadway resurfacing, bridge and approach resurfacing, drainage improvements, and improvements to safety features including new traffic striping. Responsibilities included overseeing daily operation of the contractor and approving monthly payments. Review and approval of shop and working drawings.

County of Morris, Department of Public Works (Clerk of The Works Projects) – 2012 to 2013 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Resident Engineer for rehabilitation and reconstruction of three (3) structures in three (3) municipalities (Washington Twp., Pequannock Twp., and Town of Boonton). Responsibilities included supervising construction operations, tracking quantities, overseeing quality assurance and control and processing contractor estimates. Review and approval of shop and working drawings.

County of Morris, Department of Public Works (Clerk of The Works Projects) -2012-2013 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Engineer for Emergency Replacement (in the wake of Hurricane Irene) of two (2) bridges in Kinnelon and Roxbury Townships. Responsibilities included overseeing demolition, construction preparation, layout and reconstruction of two local structures on an accelerated basis to restore access for local residents. Expedited construction schedules, shop drawing review and contractor construction payment approvals were facilitated through my office.

Morris County, Engineering Department, Office of the County Engineer – 2012 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Engineer for the installation and construction of “Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)” modifications and upgrades to Pedestrian Crossings at and between intersections in several towns, including the Town of Boonton and Morris Township. Work included oversite of removal limits and depths of existing concrete sidewalks and curbs and temporary removal and storage of signage in the vicinity. Grades for the new installations were checked for conformance to specifications. Tests were performed on newly placed concrete and the placement of preformed tactile surfaces was supervised. All quantities were checked and relayed to the County Engineer’s Office.

Morris County, Engineering Department, Office of the County Engineer -2012 to 2013 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Engineer overseeing all aspects of construction of a new public park area, including grading, drainage, new paved areas, removal of existing vegetation and construction of incidental structures as per the plans and specifications. Maintenance of soil erosion and sediment control was a key aspect of construction. Location and marking of existing utilities and ground features was critical to the construction phase. Quantities were measured, checked and maintained for the County. Named the “Central Park of Morris County,” it is located in Morris Plains Township.

Morris County and Ocean County, Engineering Department, Office of the County Engineer, Bridge Rehabilitation and Replacement – 2011 to 2013 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Engineer involved in the design of superstructure and substructure components and the development of plans, estimates and specifications for replacement of three (3) structures in two (2) counties. Radio Road in Ocean County and River Road (East) and Dublin Road in Morris County. Duties included detailing repairs, estimation of quantities and costs, and assessments of bidders’ submissions.

Office of the County Engineer, Inspection of 137 Monmouth County Culverts, Monmouth County, NJ – 2012 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Assistant Team Leader for CoMBIS inspection of culverts for Monmouth County. Inspections were performed in conjunction with two (2) facets of Federal Standards which were brought upon by (1) standard Federal regulations and (2) the result of the occurrence of the 2012 Hurricane Sandy destruction. Damage assessments were part of the inspection process. Also produced bridge inspection reports, SI&A and Pontis updates and performed QA/QC responsibilities on the work of other personnel regarding pre-submission documents. Reports were developed utilizing the Inspect Tech reporting system software in its current version (2012).

New Jersey Department of Transportation Experience

New Jersey DOT Bridge Inspections – 1986 to 2013 (Purcell Associates/FST/Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Team Leader for NBIS and Pontis inspection, ratings and reports for more than 1000 State and County bridges, and over 100 Garden State Parkway bridges. Lift vehicles, MPT vehicles, boats as well as diving inspections were also employed. Access permits and flagging were required. Bridges ranged in size from culvert and single span structures to long, multi span viaducts and complex structures involving various trusses, open spandrel arches, and pin and hanger suspended spans.

NJDOT - Somerset, Hunterdon and Monmouth Counties – 2011 to 2012 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Survey of existing physical features over 22 miles of active roadway (U.S. Route 22, N.J. Routes 31 and 33) for verification of existing objects and conditions to determine extents of proposed improvements for State and Federal highway improvement projects.

New Jersey Department of Transportation - Road Resurfacing, Bridge Rehabilitation and Guide Rail Replacement, and Drainage Improvements - Interstate I-80, MP 12 to 28 – 2009 (Statile Associates)

Assistant supervising engineer and inspector for overall general improvements to road surface, drainage, curb replacement, inlet reconstruction, guiderail replacement and bridge deck and header rehabilitation for both the Westbound and Eastbound roadways.

New Jersey Turnpike Authority Experience

Assistant to the Supervising Engineer (Assistant Resident Engineer) as a Subconsultant

New Jersey Turnpike Authority – 2008 to 2012 Widening - Mile 51 to Mile 71

Interchange 8 at Hightstown, NJ – 2009 (Amercom Corporation)

Assistant to the Supervising Engineer (Assistant Resident Engineer) as a sub-consultant in a supervisory capacity in the construction of a new relocated and expanded interchange at Exit 8 in Hightstown, New Jersey as part of the NJTA's Widening and planned expansion of its Right-of-Way over its entire length. Daily review of ongoing construction processes was a primary responsibility as well as assuring compliance with plans and specifications and tallying material quantities as per the plans.

New Jersey Turnpike Authority, Pile Rehabilitation, MP 0-19, Maintenance District 1 Stream Crossings, Contracts R-1464, R-1489 and R-1518 – 2004 to 2009 (Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Team Leader, Design Engineer and Construction Inspector for replacement of precast concrete piles and encasements, substructure rehabilitation and pile cap retrofit including design of supplemental micropiles with Life Cycle Cost Analyses at Structures Nos. 0.42L, 1.66, 7.85, 17.50 and 18.45. Creation of MPT Plans using continuous shoulder closings to support construction activities. Also completed construction support services that included inspection of the contractor's means and methods, including waterway diversion techniques, during the construction phases of each project. Work also included review and processing of all shop drawings and processing of payment certificates.

New Jersey Highway Authority, Roadway Rehabilitation and Resurfacing, MP 136-145 – 1998 to 2000 (Purcell Associates)

Road Construction Inspector on this $5 Million Road Rehabilitation Project on the Garden State Parkway from MP 136 to 145 in Essex County. Responsibilities included site inspection of contractor's means and methods for milling, substructure repair, HMA paving, joint repair, asphalt curb construction, drainage repairs and improvements, and incidental guard rail repair. Shop drawing review and processing of payment certificates.

New Jersey Turnpike Authority - Garden State Parkway, Miscellaneous Structural Repairs, MP 28.0 to MP 163.2, Contract P100.028 – 2006 to 2007 (Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Team Leader and Design Engineer for inspection and rehabilitation of 37 bridges on or over the Garden State Parkway. Repair design included concrete substructure spall repair; concrete bearing pedestal repairs; structural steel repairs; superstructure concrete repairs; rocker, sliding plate and fixed bearing repairs and design of bearing replacements with laminated elastomeric bearings; and substructure waterproofing. This also included significant MPT plans and shop and working drawing review.

New Jersey Turnpike Authority, Miscellaneous Structural Repairs, Mile 0 to Mile 122, Pearl Harbor Memorial Turnpike Extension and Newark Bay-Hudson County Extension, Contract Nos. R-1334, R-1361, R-1380, R-1418, R-1438, R-1455 and R-1500 – 1996 to-2004 (Purcell Associates/Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Team Leader and Design Engineer for required FHWA Biennial Inspection and subsequent rehabilitation of over 500 bridges and sign structures on or over the New Jersey Turnpike. Repair design included concrete spall repair and substructure rehabilitation; concrete bearing pedestal repairs; structural steel repairs; rocker, sliding plate and fixed bearing replacement (design) with laminated elastomeric bearings; stone masonry rehabilitation; design of retaining wall replacements; steel H-pile rehabilitation and encasement and various studies and tests for gunite and waterproofing products. R-1334 employed the use of a lithium bromide system at Str. No. W115.36 to remediate and repair the alkali-silica reactivity (ASR) damage at the pile cap foundations. R-1438 involved concrete repair, masonry cladding rehabilitation and waterproofing at Str. No. N2.01, the Newark Bay Bridge. R-1500 required replacement of two overhead cantilever sign structure foundations, which had succumbed to ASR, with drilled caissons foundations. Preparation of the Phase A Report detailing and prioritizing all findings was also completed. Structures crossed roadways, waterways, railroads and other nonstandard features. Access permits and flagging were also obtained.

New Jersey Turnpike Authority, Annual Bridge Inspection, Part B - 1999 to 2002 (Purcell Associates/Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Team Leader for NIBS Bridge Inspections for three consecutive projects. Field inspection and report preparation responsibilities including database, Pontis and SI&A updates (Districts 5, 6, 7 & 8).

Various Project Type Experience

Cushman & Wakefield – Northern New Jersey – 1990 to 2006 (Purcell Associates/ Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Team Leader and Lead Structural Engineer for the inspection, evaluation and development of Priority Repairs and Replacement recommendations for several facilities and locations owned and/or operated by Cushman & Wakefield in the Northern New Jersey area, including the Roseland Facility occupied by The Prudential Insurance Co. of America.

Essex County 9/11 Memorial at Eagle Rock Reservation, West Orange, NJ – 2002 to 2004 (Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Performed inspection and evaluation and structural analyses of the existing retaining walls of this prominent scenic overlook site facing New York City. Oversight and supervision of construction of foundations, roadway extensions and drainage improvements associated with the Memorial adjacent to the Highlawn Pavilion.

Appalachian Trail Path and Footbridge Improvements at Wawayanda Creek and Park, Sussex County, NJ – 2002 to 2004 (Fay, Spofford & Thorndike)

Engineer for the design and construction of various footbridge installations, rehabilitations and replacements for existing and non-existent foot path crossings over waterways, storm-event drainageways and environmentally sensitive areas along the route of the Appalachian Trail where it crosses in New Jersey in Sussex County. Paths were improved to facilitate the access to a new Pedestrian Suspension Bridge over Wawayanda Creek. Specifications and Cost Estimates were also developed. Review was conducted by NJDOT, the Appalachian Trail Conservancy and the National Park Service.

Public Service Electric and Gas Company – 2012 (Keller & Kirkpatrick)

Engineer for the field assessment and survey of, and executive report for, the summarizing of findings concerning the evaluation and structural analyses of existing waterway crossings (structures) within PSE&G Right-Of-Way between the Roseland, NJ Transmission Station and the Terminal Station in Kearny, NJ (approximately 18 miles).

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

New Jersey Institute of Technology - Newark, NJ - September 1981 to May 1986

Skills

Concrete Design, Testing, Placement and Finishing Expertise

Steel Design, Detailing, Testing and Construction

Construction Experience

Project Management

Extensive Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Office 365, Inspect Tech)

Knowledgeable use of AASHTO Guidelines, NJDOT Standard Specifications and various design software

Certifications and Licenses/Registrations/Additional Education

EIT Certification – 1991

NBIS Bridge Inspection - Team Leader

February 1994 to November 2021 (Renewal on 5 Yr. Basis)

FHWA Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges – Team Leader Re-Certification, November 2016

ACI – Concrete Construction Methods and Materials, Repair Basics, Lightweight and HPC Concrete Use

January 2000 to December 2010 (with renewals)

ASCE Bridge Inspection, Evaluation and Rehabilitation, 2005

FHWA Inspection of Fracture Critical Bridge Members. 1990 and 2003

NJSAT Certification– Asphalt Construction Methods, Materials and Management, 1988 to Present (with renewals)

Safety and Security Credentials (including extensive background checks)

TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credentials) – Necessary for access to Port Facilities.

SWAC (Secure Workers Access Credentials) – Needed to access buildings and secure sites (construction).

SIDA (Secure Identification Display Area) – Critical and necessary for access to Airport facilities and restricted areas.

Assessments (as performed through INDEED Recruitment Services)

Construction Safety — Highly Proficient

December 2019

Using safe practices while on a construction site.

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Mechanical Skills: Aptitude — Highly Proficient

December 2019

Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes.

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Verbal Communication — Expert

December 2019

Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely.

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References

Mr. Steven L. Vecchione, P.E., Manager Mr. Jeffrey S Hartke, P.E. (Retired)

Structural Integrity Director of Public Works/Town Engineer

Quality Assurance Division Township of Morristown, New Jersey

The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey 973-***-****

2 Montgomery Street, 4th Floor 973-***-**** at home (moved)

Jersey City, New Jersey

973-***-****

Mr. Russell Saputo, P.E.

Vice President, Regional Business Leader,

Northeast Transportation

Stantec Corporation

365 West Passaic Street, Suite 175

Rochelle Park, New Jersey

201-***-**** ext. 3301

Mr. Dinesh K. Jog, P.E., MBA

Principal Engineer

Stantec Corporation

110 John Street

New York, New York

Personal Cell: 201-***-****

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