William W. Laird, P.E. 808 Constitution Drive, West Chester, PA 19380
[email protected] Cell : 484-888-5776 EDUCATION & LICENSURE • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering – Widener University (1993) • Professional Engineer Pennsylvania – PA054948E • Professional Engineer Delaware – 12953 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Senior Project Manager with 22 years’ experience on projects covering a multitude of clients including PennDOT, Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, various Pennsylvania Counties and Municipalities, DelDOT and NJDOT. Working and in-depth knowledge of PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission policies and procedures having worked on Pennsylvania projects for the last 17 years. Project management and business development role for the last 8 years has widened personal recognition and increased contacts with clients and strategic teaming partners. Excellent scheduling, planning, budgeting, writing and communication skills. Responsible for winning and generating nearly $3M in new contracts within the last 4 years. HDR Engineering, Inc. – 12/15 to present PennDOT District 5-0, SR 0329, Cementon Bridge Replacement, Lehigh & Northampton Counties, PA. Project Manager responsible for the replacement design of a functionally obsolete, structurally deficient 575’ long Pratt truss bridge over the Lehigh River. The proposed construction is utilizing Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) methods, including a complete superstructure slide-in under a two-week detour. This alternative was selected to minimize disruption to the traveling public. The project includes major utility coordination, right-of-way involvement, environmental constraints and extensive stakeholder coordination. The existing bridge is designated as a section of the D&L Trail, therefore a 10’ multi-use path will be added to the proposed structure.. PennDOT District 6-0, SR 0001, Bridge Rehabilitation over SEPTA, Montgomery & Philadelphia Counties, PA.