PMG
1.
General Information
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Lead Point of Contact:
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Team Description:
PMG is registered with the Office of the Secretary of State and with
the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Our partners for this
proposal, ECLS Global, Inc. is also properly registered with the NC Board of Examiners for
Engineers and Surveyors. PMG will be responsible for the project management, data gathering,
engineering analysis and studies, flood mitigation alternatives analysis, benefits/cost analysis,
coordination with agencies, departments and utilities, quality. ECLS Global Inc will be
responsible for any survey and real estate data collection required for the engineering analyses if
needed.
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Team Locations:
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Team Organizational Chart:
Pedro M. García P.E.
PMG-NC, PLLC. / President
[email protected]
PMG-NC, PLLC: 1808 Red Forest Rd, Greensboro, NC 27410
ECLS Global Inc: #142 Packhouse Court, Angier, NC 27501
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
W. www.pmggroupllc.com
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2.
SIMILAR PROJECT EXPERIENCE
PMG has vast experience providing stormwater and flood control design services. Our staff have
work on projects within the states of Illinois and Colorado and the island of Puerto Rico. Our firm
has managed and executed design projects with construction costs ranging from $100,000 to
$5,000,000, leading projects through the entire life cycle starting with flood prone assessments,
feasibility analyses, environmental planning, design, permitting, bidding, services during construction
and technical support during operation.
2.1 Similar projects completed
1.
Title:
Los Angeles Storm Sewer System Improvements (2013 – 2016)
Owner: Municipality of Carolina, PR
Contact: Ivan Ayuso / 787-757-2626 / [email protected]
Project Description: Storm water system improvements
to mitigate urban flooding for an existing residential
community. As part of the contract, several site
locations and design alternatives were evaluated and a
cost benefit analysis was completed. A full project
design was completed by PMG. Design included sheet
piles, concrete pump station structure inside a 30 foot
wide channel. Three mechanical conveyor pumps with a
combined capacity of 120,000 gallons per minute, flood
control gates installed within the canal’s active
conveyance area, automated control panels, emergency
power generators, and wetland mitigation.
Key design challenges & solutions: The residential community is served by a old storm sewer
system operating at capacity, and is located in flood prone areas per FEMA maps. The project is
crossed by the Flamboyan Canal (manmade canal with tide waters) connecting the Suarez Canal
and the San Jose Lagoon. The area is subject to constant flooding due to canal overflows
resulting from rainfall runoff affecting over 400 residences. Work within the canal was
considered US tidal waters therefore requiring coordination with USACE for a JPA and
mitigation for impact to wetlands in US Waters. Flood control gates are proposed at each end
of the canal to control flood elevations during fluctuations in offsite flood levels. Conveyor
pumps are used to maintain the canal water levels below residential floor elevation.
Status: Under Construction (40% progress)
Services:
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Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis was completed to perform a flood prone analysis;
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conceptual design of three flood control alternatives and feasibility study to determine
the cost\benefit ratio with respect to flood losses cost versus project construction and
operation cost;
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environmental assessment & supporting studies;
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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property owners coordination, public hearings;
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federal, state & local permits and agency endorsements;
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real estate evaluation and land acquisition support;
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full design of selected alternative for construction;
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project & contract management;
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bid package preparation;
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bidding support including evaluation of construction proposals and recommendation;
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services during construction;
• wetland mitigation for impact to U.S. Waters.
Key Individuals:
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Principal in Charge & Civil/Water Resources Engineer: Pedro Garcia
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Project Manager, Quality, Permits: Adriana Montero
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Technical Lead & Mechanical Designer: Felix Davila
• Geotechnical & Survey: subcontracted
Public Involvement: Project required the development of an environmental assessment
distributed among the state and federal agencies for review and comment. Coordination was
also held with property owners for impacts to their property and access during construction.
Through the USACE Joint Permit Application the general public was informed through a public
notice of the proposed improvements and was able to comment during the process. One public
hearing was conducted.
Permitting: U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) Joint Permit Application for work within U.S.
Waters.; Municipality of Carolina Construction Permits; EPA Construction General Permit
Reviewing Public Agencies: USACE; Municipality of Carolina; PR Aqueduct & Sewage Authority
(PRASA); PR Energy & Power Authority (PREPA); Department of Natural & Environmental
Resources (DNER), Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), National Oceanic & Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) endorsement for work within the Coastal Zone; State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO).
Construction Cost: $4,645,000
2.
Title:
Villamar Storm Sewer System Improvements (2010-2012)
Client: Municipality of Carolina, PR
Contact: Victor Rodriguez / 787-757-2626 / vrodriguez@ carolina.pr.gov
Project Description: Storm water system
improvements to mitigate urban flooding for an
existing residential community. The project is
bordered on the south by the San Jose Lagoon and
was subject to frequent flooding due to
fluctuations in the lagoon levels due to rainfall
runoff as well as storm surges. A full project
design was completed by PMG. Design included
new storm sewer lines, stormwater pump station
system with combined capacity of 36,000 gpm
pump system, automated control panels, emergency power generators and a flood wall of
approximately 2,500 ft long.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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Key design challenges & solutions: The residential community was bordered on the south by
the San Jose Lagoon where its storm water system discharged. The community was subject to
frequent flooding due to backwater from the San Jose Lagoon. During extreme rainfall events
flood levels could reach the primary sate road (PR-26) which serves the San Juan international
airport. More than 220 residential structures were located within the 100-yr flood plain per
FEMA maps. Work was partially completed within the US Waters requiring coordination with
US Corp of Engineers. A flood wall was constructed to divide the community from the lagoon,
as well as two pump stations served by an upgraded storm sewer system.
Status: Construction Completed in 2012
Services:
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Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis was completed to perform a flood prone analysis;
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conceptual design of three flood control alternatives and feasibility study to determine
the cost\benefit ratio with respect to flood losses cost versus project construction and
operation cost;
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environmental assessment & supporting studies;
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property owners coordination, public hearings
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federal, state & local permits and agency endorsements,
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real estate evaluation and land acquisition support;
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full design of selected alternative for construction
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project & contract management,
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bid package preparation,
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bidding support including evaluation of construction proposals and recommendation,
• services during construction;
Key Individuals:
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Principal in Charge & Civil/Water Resources Engineer: Pedro Garcia
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Project engineer: Felix Davila
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Draftman: Alexis Morales
• Geotechnical & Survey: subcontracted
Permitting: U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) Joint Permit Application for work within U.S.
Waters.; Municipality of Carolina construction permits; EPA construction general permit.
Public Involvement: Project required the development of an environmental assessment and
was circled through the state and federal agencies for review and comment. Coordination was
also held with property owners for impacts to their property and access during construction.
Through the USACE Joint Permit Application the general public was informed through a public
notice of the proposed improvements and was able to comment during the process. Three
public hearings we conducted.
Reviewing Public Agencies: USACE; Municipality of Carolina; PR Aqueduct & Sewage Authority
(PRASA); PR Energy & Power Authority (PREPA); Department of Natural & Environmental
Resources (DNER), Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS), National Oceanic & Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) endorsement for work within the Coastal Zone; State Historic
Preservation Office (SHPO).
Construction Cost: $4,124,900
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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3.
Title:
River Stabilization for Las Piedras-Humacao 24-in. diameter Sanitary Sewer Trunk
Improvement (2011-2012)
Owner: Puerto Rico Aqueduct & Sewer Authority (PRASA)
Contact: Lynnette Ramirez / 787-999-1717 x.4101 / [email protected]
Project Description: Riverbank stabilization (618 feet) and the rehabilitation of 360 feet long
collapsed sanitary trunk sewer (due to river lateral migration after effects of Huricane Irene).
Key design challenges & solutions: The Humacao River banks were under scour effects,
collapsed the sanitary sewer line and exposing the neighboring residents to potential structural
damage and collapse. The project restored and stabilized the riverbanks and protected from
future scour, prevents contamination to the river,
repaired the sewer pipe, and protected private
proterty from further structural damage. Slipped
fences, concrete slabs and power lines were
restored. Work was performed within the US
Waters.
Status: Construction completed in 2012
Services:
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survey and topo,
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geotechnical study,
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hydrological-hydrology study,
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sanitary sewer reconstruction,
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property owners coordination,
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slope stabilization design,
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residences existing conditions assessment,
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parcel plans,
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state and federal permits,
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engineering services during construction,
• project management.
Key Individuals:
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Principal in Charge & Civil/Water Resources Engineer: Pedro Garcia
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Project Manager, Quality, Permits: Adriana Montero
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Project Designer: Felix Davila
• Geotechnical & Survey: subcontracted
Permitting: U.S. Army Corp of Engineers (USACE) Nationwide Permit Application for work
within U.S. Waters., Environmental compliance.
Public Involvement: Coordination was held with the municipality, PR Aqueduct & Sewage
Authority (PRASA); PR Energy & Power Authority (PREPA) and affected property owners for
damage to their property, access during construction and parcel plan development.
Coordination was also held with the USACE for the Nationwide Permit Application.
Reviewing Public Agencies: USACE; Municipality of Humacao; PR Aqueduct & Sewage Authority
(PRASA); PR Energy & Power Authority (PREPA);
Construction Cost: $1,225,000
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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4.
Title: Riverside Town Center
Owner: La Plata Development
Contact: Mr. Gerald Hill / 787-671-1824 / [email protected]
Project Description: Commercial development
proposed within the Rio De la Plata floodplain
limits established by the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA). Project feasibility
was subject to removing the site from flood
hazards.
Key design challenges & solutions: The project
was located on agricultural and flood prone areas
between two major highways serving developing
towns just outside the San Juan Metro Area. Due
to the direct access from the two highways, the
project site was considered prime real estate to
satisfy the need for commercial space serving the population growth within the nearby towns.
Removing the site from flood prone classification was a major challenge because it required
amending FEMA’s flood insurance rate map. Also, the U.S. Corp of Engineers (USACE) had a
canalization project with direct impact over the project site. Our team coordinated with the
USACE and provided solutions to develop the land and without a negative impact to the
canalization project.
Status: Work completed in 2009
Services:
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Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of river flood effects on the site;
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river scour analysis;
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recommendations of a flood protection levee wall;
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FEMA flood insurance rate map amendment to remove site from floodway.
• state and federal agency coordination.
Key Individuals:
• Hydraulic Engineer: Pedro Garcia
Permitting: FEMA map amendment, land zoning reclasification.
Public Involvement: Coordination was held with the municipality, the U.S. Army Corp of
Engineers (USACE), the Puerto Rico Planning Board (PRPB), and the Department of Natural and
Environmental Resources (DNER). Several public hearings were conducted as part of the land
zoning and FEMA amendment process.
Reviewing Public Agencies: USACE; Municipality of Toa Baja; PR Highway and Transportation
Authority (PRHWTA); FEMA, DNER, PRPB.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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5.
Title: Vistamar Storm Sewer System Improvements (2012-2015)
Owner: Municipality of Carolina, PR
Contact: Ivan Ayuso / 787-757-2626 / [email protected]
Project Description: Storm water system improvements to mitigate urban flooding for an
existing residential community. Design included improvements to the drainage system and
construction of a mechanical conveyor pump to prevent flooding in the residential area with a
combined 10,000 gallons per minute pump system.
Key design challenges & solutions: Improvements to the existing stormsewer system were
required within a narrow municipal easement invaded by resident structures. Coordination with
residents was required for access, removal and restoration of existing structures. Strict
coordination with the contractor was required to
ensure effective construction method due to
restricted space and need of maintining stormsewer
system operative at all times. A detention pond and
screw pump was designed.
Status: Construction completed in 2015
Services:
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hydrological-hydrology study,
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design alternatives,
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benefit/cost analysis,
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federal, state & local permits and agency endorsements,
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full project design for construction
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property owners coordination,
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project & contract management,
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bid package preparation,
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bidding support including evaluation of construction proposals and recommendation,
• services during construction;
Key Individuals:
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Principal in Charge & Civil/Water Resources Engineer: Pedro Garcia
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Project Manager, Quality, Permits: Adriana Montero
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Technical Lead & Mechanical Designer: Felix Davila
• Geotechnical & Survey: subcontracted
Public Involvement: Project required coordination with property owners for impacts to their
property and access during construction.
Permitting: Municipality of Carolina Construction Permits; EPA Construction General Permit
Reviewing Public Agencies: Municipality of Carolina, PR Aqueduct & Sewage Authority (PRASA);
PR Energy & Power Authority (PREPA)
Construction Cost: $1,060,000
Change Order History: Change order approved for $70,210 and additional days due to
additional work requested by owner and private access coordination by municipality and local
residents.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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3.
Key Individual Qualifications / Experience
PMG’s headquarters is located at #12 Acosta Street, Caguas, Puerto Rico, and is currently
opening a satellite office in North Carolina.
PMG’s staff is composed of highly trained and
experienced professionals with the common goal of providing on-time excellent service aimed to
exceed our clients’ expectations. Our staff includes five (5) professional engineers, two graduated
engineers, two (2) environmental scientists, and one (1) CAD designer. Land survey and geotechnical
services are subcontracted. Below are PMG’s resources available for the scope of work required for
this RFQ.
PMG is lead by Eng. García. Eng. Garcia has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of
Puerto Rico and a M.S. in Environmental Water Resources from the University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign. Eng. Garcia is currently a licensed PE in North Carolina, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin
Islands, and currently works from the Puerto Rico office. Since 1998, Eng. García has been involved
in similar type projects providing services in project management, stormwater management and
design, flood mitigation and controls, hydrological-hydraulic studies, water distribution system
planning, sanitary sewer design, pump station design, environmental, state and federal permitting,
and design & engineering support services during construction, thus has a vast experience with
relation to the experience requested herein. Eng. Garcia has led various flood control projects
starting from their assessment, feasibility, environmental planning phase, design, construction and
operation. Specific roles in similar type projects include hydraulic-hydrologic engineer, water
resources engineer, designer, project manager, Permitting Officer and Engineer of Record.
Eng. Adriana P. Montero has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico and a
M.B.A. in Managerial Finance from DePaul University at Chicago, Illinois. Eng. Montero is currently a
licensed PE in Puerto Rico, currently in the process of professional license reciprocity in the State of
North Carolina, and currently works from the Puerto Rico office. Since 2000, Eng. Montero has been
involved in similar type projects providing services in project management, contract management,
property owner coordination, quality control, development of environmental assessments, cost
estimating, contract plans development, environmental, state and federal permitting and bidding
support. Eng. Montero has experience coordinating with state and federal agencies. Specific roles in
similar type projects while providing services to PMG include civil engineer, project manager and
quality specialist.
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Felix Dávila has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico
and currently works from the Puerto Rico office. Since 1996, Mr. Dávila has been involved in water
distribution and wastewater planning, as well as stormwater design projects, including pumps station
mechanical design and services during construction. Mr. Davila has led the mechanical design and
the coordination with the structural and electrical engineers to final the required design to mitigate
flooding in the communities per the recommendations in the engineering studies. Services also
include development of the contract documents including cost estimate and specifications,
supervision support during construction, coordination with the project owner and contractor.
Specific roles in similar type projects while providing services to PMG include mechanical designer,
utilities designer, cost estimator.
Vivian Bou has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico and currently works
from the North Carolina office. Since 2000, Ms. Bou has been involved in civil engineering projects
including, transportation and telecommunication projects. Experience includes team leader,
permitting, supervision, engineering analyses reviews while working for a prior employer and ensure
compliance with regulating agency standards and permitting while providing services to PMG. Ms.
Bou has experience coordinating with state and federal agencies. Specific roles in similar type
projects include civil engineering support and permittee.
Lorna Rivera has a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico and
currently works from the Puerto Rico office. Since 2000, Ms. Rivera has been involved in residential
development projects, including civil site design, and infrastructure design and infrastructure
rehabilitation. Ms. Rivera has experience with environmental, state and federal permitting. Specific
roles in similar type projects while providing services to PMG include civil site designer and
permittee.
3.1 Sub consultants
PMG will be subcontracting survey services as required for the Project. For all surveying and site
related efforts PMG has partnered with ECLS Global, Inc, who has vast experience in North Carolina’s
property acquisition and surveying requirements. ECLS Global Inc. has provided services since 2008
and relies on highly experienced land surveying crews and cutting edge GPS-based surveying
technology to produce the most precise survey data possible. Capabilities and equipment include 3D
scanning, 3D modeling, robotic total stations, RTK and static GPS.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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ECLS’ team is lead by Shawn T. Rumberger, PLS who has related project experience and/or work
with North Carolina government agencies. Also part of ECLS’s team is Johnny Glenn Tew, P.E, who
will be assisting PMG’s design team with all stormwater analysis related work.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 E. [email protected]
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Key Team Member Relevant Qualifications
Team Member
Pedro Garcia,
BSCE, MS, PE
(NC#P-1598; PR#18874)
Relevant Qualifications in
Previous Projects
Lead water/wastewater
designer, Permitting Officer,
Engineer of Record, Bid
support, client representative,
Adriana Montero,
BSCE, MBA, PE
(PR#20278)
Project management, QC/QA,
budget control, contract
management, construction &
environmental permits, bid
support, stakeholder
coordination
Felix Davila,
BSME
Stormwater system design,
pump station design, mechan.
design, contract docs., cost
estim. Serv. during const.
Vivan Bou
BSCE
Team leader, civil engineering,
environmental & construction
permits
Storm water engineering
Johnny Glenn Tew
BSCE, PE
(NC#L-4580; SC#12353;
VA#18973; FL#76748)
Shawn Rumberger
PLS (NC#4909)
Land surveying
Relevant Projects
Firm
(Location)
Years of Experience
Total
with PMG
17
11
Los Angeles Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements; Vistamar Stormwater System Improvements,
Villamar Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements, Stream Restoration for Las Piedras-Humacao
24-in Sewer Trunk, Riverside Town Center Flood Control Wall,
Estancias de Mabu Flood Control Project,
DuPage County Salt Creek Flood Control Project; Blackberry
Creek Flood Insurance Study (FIS)
PMG (PR)
The Meadows Residential Development FIRM Ammendment;
RMC (CO)
Los Angeles Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements; Vistamar Stormwater System Improvements,
Villamar Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements, Stream Restoration for Las Piedras-Humacao
24-in Sewer Trunk, Stream Restoration for Juncos-Gurabo 24in. Sewer Trunk;, Añasco MS4 Stormwater Management
Program NPDES Permit
Various Projects - Public Meeting/Hearing participation.
Los Angeles Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements; Vistamar Stormwater System Improvements,
Villamar Flood Control and Storm Sewer System
Improvements, Stream Restoration for Las Piedras-Humacao
24-in Sewer Trunk, Stream Restoration for Juncos-Gurabo 24in. Sewer Trunk
Highway & transportation authority, verizon communications,
PMG various permits
PMG (PR)
16
6
IDOT (IL)
PMG (PR)
20
7
PMG (NC)
15
5
Storm sewer design for several commercial and residential
developments.
ECLS (NC)
43
0
Real estate and land surveying for several commercial and
residential developments.
ECLS (NC)
27
0
USGS (IL)
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4.
Project Issues
4.1 Los Angeles Key Challenges
Los Ángeles Residential Development (LARD) has experienced frequent flooding problems,
mainly due to the overflows resulting from Canal Flamboyán, a manmade earth channel built to
collect the storm water from the LARD and discharge it to the San José Lagoon. During minor rainfall
events, the main street giving access to the LARD is constantly flooded by the canal’s overflows
subject to tidal effects. Extreme rainfall events inundate several residences located along the main
street which run parallel to the northern bank of the canal. Also the southern bank of the canal is
failing due to a collapsed sheet pile. This causes a potential problem to a 27-inch diam. sanitary
sewer line, power lines and residences along the southern bank of the canal.
The flooding will be resolved by the proposed isolation of the existing storm sewer system for the
northern section of the LARD from the San José Lagoon flood levels by constructing level control
structures at both ends of Canal Flamboyán. The implementation of this alternative requires the
construction of two sluice gates to prevent the San José Lagoon from flowing into the channel, and
two pump stations to convey runoff from Flamboyán Channel into Suárez Canal and San José Lagoon.
Due to a minimal diference in elevations between the community and the canal, existing power
lines and delicate sanitary sewer pipes, the area feasible for the pump station footprint is
constrained and the construction is required within US Waters. Vast coordination for proper
construction methodologies and techniques were required to ensure minimized impacts to the canal
ecology, the neighboring properties, and the delicate sanitary sewer line from the vibration caused
by driving sheet piles. Protection is provided to the sewer line to ensure no damage from the
construction equipment passing. Parcel plans and assistance has been provided to the municipality
on the acquisition process.
The project required public involvement directly with the affected residents, municipality,
Department of Natural & Environmental Resources and utility companies to ensure no impacts to the
sanitary and water main crossing project. The project also underwent the public notification and
comment process for the USACE Joint Permit Application and proposed a wetland mitigation to
comply with the impact to US Waters.
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T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
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4.2 Riverside Town Center Key Challenges
The Riverside Town Center project is a commercial development located just outside the San
Juan Metro Area. Mega retail stores are currently located within this commercial developed land.
Before it was constructed the property was classified as agricultural land located within flood prone
areas as determined by FEMA.
The property is located between two major highways (PR-2 and PR-22), both primary roads
connecting the San Juan Metro Area with developing towns located to the north western side of the
island of Puerto Rico. Due to the direct access for the two highways, the project site was considered
prime real estate that could satisfy the need for commercial space serving the population growth
within the nearby towns.
Removing the site from flood prone classification was a major challenge because it required
amending FEMA’s flood insurance rate map. Also, the U.S. Corp of Engineers (USACE) had a
canalization project with direct impact over the project site. Our team coordinated with the USACE
and provided solutions to develop the land without a negative impact to the canalization project. As
part of the agreement with the USACE a floodwall was designed and constructed along the river
floodway determined by PMG. This floodwall would serve the purpose of an eastern levee proposed
by the USACE. By building this wall and earth filling the ground elevations within the property above
FEMA’s regulatory fllod levels the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM) were amended.
Modifying the land zoning classification from agricultural to commercial and amending FEMA’s
FIRM required state and federal permitting process and public involvement. Several public hearings
were conducted as part of the land zoning and FEMA amendment process.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
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5.
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Project Management
Project Planning Phase –Collaboration with the client, stakeholders and project team to reach
agreement on the scope of work and project objectives, development of a detailed project
workflow, project plan with deliverables, and project schedule with timeframes. A cost estimate
is developed, the communication plan is defined, and risks are evaluated to identify impacts they
may have on the project schedule and cost if changes were required.
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Project Execution Phase – The approved project plan is used to develop the project baseline
schedule using Microsoft (MS) Project and the Critical Path (CP). This phase includes the
execution of the project scope of work including data gathering and analysis, environmental
studies and assessments, performing the preliminary, advanced and final design and construction
bid package as aplicable. During this phase the project progress is measured against the project
budget to validate the project financials are on track.
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Project Monitoring & Control Phase – Project execution and monitoring/control are performed
simultaneously. The project progress is monitored periodically (frequency is defined for each
project) against the baseline project plan. Communication with resources and subcontractors is
maintained to monitor progress and dates. Situations with the potential to affect the CP in the
project schedule are presented to the owner and other stakeholders to discuss possible solutions
and determine action plan and revision required when necessary. This phase consists of quality
control reviews, project schedule and Critical Path progress monitoring through the use of a
Ghant Chart tracking tool, status meetings and adjustments as necessary. During this phase
project progress and spending is reviewed against the project budget to validate the project
financials are on track. Differences identified are evaluated and addressed immediately as to not
affect the project. When changes in the scope of work that anticipate cost modifications are
identified, they are brought to the attention of the client and addressed appropriately.
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Project Completion Phase – this phase consists of the project closing and delivery of final
records.
Frequent and proactive communication of positive news and setbacks is maintained with the
client and project team; situations are addressed directly to develop solutions. Project status
meetings are conducted to review the project progress in comparison with the goals set, budget, and
risks and deviations are communicated for agreement on any changes. Upon request PMG may
provide its complete company Quality Assurance Program.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
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6.
Real Estate Evaluation
PMG has prior experience related to property acquisition and parcel plans development from
various projects with the Muncipality of Carolina and the Puerto Rico Aqueduct & Sewer Authority
(PRASA). Such involvement has included definition of permanent easements for the construction of
infrastructure improvements such as storm sewer lines, pump stations, flood barriers and detention
ponds. PMG has provided support in the land acquisition process subcontracting title studies,
property limit validations and development of parcel plans. Our partners, ECLS Global Inc. has prior
experience within the State of North Carolina related to real estate surveying and evaluation.
Projects that have involved land acquisition have included the definition of design alternatives
including avoidance, mimimization of environmental and social impact and property acquisition. A
benefit/cost analysis is completed to compare each alternative for short term and long benefits and
costs. To determine the costs of land acquisition, an initial existing property market value is verified
using property appraisals and/or comparables.
Other items to include in real estate evaluation process:
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Cost of property acquisition
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Cost of demolition
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Cost of lead and asbestos studies & demolition permit
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Cost of landscape, property beautification or passive park operation and maintenance
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Cost of any flood controls
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
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Why PMG Should Be Selected
PMG is an engineering design and consulting firm dedicated to provide services in civil
engineering, water resources, environmental, permitting, planning, management consulting and
engineering services during construction to the public and private sectors in the State of North
Carolina, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. PMG is in the process of HUB certification with the
State of North Carolina.
PMG water resource experts have the qualifications to offer an extensive variety of professional
services in water resource management. PMG serves as a consultant and designer to public agencies
and private firms and owners. We develop solutions for storm water management by ensuring
compliance with storm water regulations and providing water resources engineering and sediment
transport analyses to aid in evaluation of existing conditions and proposed designs. We also provide
water distribution, supply, and wastewater system engineering services.
PMG’s mission is to provide its clients with efficient and cost effective solutions to their needs.
We strive to continually improve our service standards through clear and responsive communication
by approaching each project as an opportunity to establish a new “personal best” in professionalism,
service and quality.
PMG has over 100 years of combined experience in stormwater, water and wastewater related
projects. We are confident our expertise combined with our partners (ECLS Global Inc.) local
knowledge will greatly benefit the Mecklenburg County Storm Water Services Projects.
We greatly appreciate the opportunity to participate in this request for qualifications. If you
should have any questions or require more information, please contact the subscriber by phone or
email at your earliest convenience.
PMG-NC, PLLC. #1808 Red Forest Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
T. 787-743-4761 Email. [email protected]
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