Item 18 Agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc. to Conduct the First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study

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City of Santa Ana | First Street Multimodal Boulevard Study RFP NO. 25-029 | Appendix A: Key Staff Resumes & Support Staff Qualifications City of Costa Mesa, Susan Street/South Coast Drive Improvements, Costa Mesa, CA Deputy Project Manager. The project consisted of widening South Coast Drive and extending Susan Street in Costa Mesa to connect with the future I-405/Susan Street exit ramp. The project included the installation of new curb ramps, crosswalks, and traffic signals to accommodate the shift in traffic lanes along South Coast Drive. The project was successfully delivered on an accelerated schedule with the planning, design, and construction phases within 3 years. To meet this aggressive timeline, David initiated the final engineering plans while simultaneously working on the planning and environmental documents. This approach saved over a year on the overall schedule, enabling the project to be ready for award within 2 years. To provide consistency throughout the project, David remained involved during the construction phase. The project required extensive coordination with the developer, the City of Costa Mesa, and local water and sewer agencies. City of Costa Mesa, SR 55/Newport Boulevard Improvements, Costa Mesa, CA Senior Project Engineer. The project involved the preparation of the Project Report, Environmental Document, and PS&E for improvements to SR 55/Newport Boulevard between 17th Street and 19th Street, including the addition of one northbound lane and a southbound lane through the 19th Street intersection. To meet the accelerated schedule, final engineering design work was conducted concurrently with the Environmental Document. Several city and public workshops were held to present multiple street configuration alternatives, focusing on lane placement, parking, and pedestrian facilities. Once the options were narrowed down to a few alternatives, final engineering design commenced on elements that were common across all options. In addition to overseeing the preparation and design of the Project Report and PS&E, David provided support during public meetings, the construction phase, and coordinated extensively with utility companies, the City of Costa Mesa, FHWA, and Caltrans District 12. City of Costa Mesa, Theater and Arts District Rehabilitation, Costa Mesa, CA Deputy Project Manager. The project involved the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Sunflower Avenue, Bristol Street, Park Center Drive, Anton Avenue, and Avenue of the Arts within the Arts District of Costa Mesa. Additionally, the project included the design and construction of a modern roundabout on Avenue of the Arts, located immediately adjacent to the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. The roundabout serves as a transportation focal point for the concert hall, providing multimodal connectivity for both vehicles and pedestrians. Pedestrian facilities were designed to meet ADA requirements, and the project adhered to the city’s design standards. One of the main challenges was maintaining traffic flow during business hours, as the nearby South Coast Plaza is a vital business hub for the city. To minimize disruptions, construction was scheduled for nighttime work, providing for minimal traffic impacts and keeping all lanes open during regular business hours and peak AM/PM times. David was responsible for successful PS&E design, delivery, and construction support, all completed on an accelerated schedule in time for the grand opening of the concert hall. Riverside County Transportation Commission (RCTC), I-15 Railroad Canyon Road Interchange, Lake Elsinore, CA Project Manager. The project reconstructed the existing Railroad Canyon Road Interchange, added auxiliary lanes, and widened Railroad Canyon Road to accommodate three lanes in each direction, along with standard shoulders and bike lanes. David was responsible for managing the design and delivery of the PS&E, which included geometric design, stage construction, utility coordination, estimates, specifications, and extensive collaboration with interdisciplinary designers, the City of Lake Elsinore, Caltrans District 8, RCTC, and various utility companies. The project also upgraded curb returns and impacted driveways to meet current ADA and city standards. One of the significant challenges was maintaining constant access to an adjacent In-N-Out Burger restaurant. During business hours, access could not be disrupted, and partial access needed to be maintained after hours for product deliveries. To address this, multiple coordination meetings were held with the business owner to determine delivery schedules, preferred access points, and the space required for delivery trucks. Understanding the constraints allowed construction to be scheduled during times that would have minimal to no impact on the business. The project was completed and accepted by Caltrans in August 2023, and it earned the 2024 ACEC California Merit Transportation Award for Engineering Excellence. Value to City of Santa Ana David has spent the majority of his career managing and delivering PS&E projects, earning a strong reputation for his responsiveness and dedication to client satisfaction. He consistently applies his extensive knowledge, experience, and proven track record to every project, and is committed to providing the same level of dedication and excellence to this project. As part of the SR 55 Widening project, David has collaborated closely with City of Santa Ana staff to design street improvements along 17th Street, 4th Street, MacArthur Boulevard, Dyer Road, and Edinger Avenue. His familiarity with City standards and processes will guide the HDR team in meeting the expedited schedule for this project. DAVID LEW, PE (Continued) A-06