Chicago Riverwalk Construction Engineering

Collins Speaker Series

This presentation covers construction engineering and field solutions for two phases of a Chicago Riverwalk Project along the Chicago River from State Street to Lake Street, which were constructed between 2014-2016. As a consultant to the construction team, Collins Engineers, Inc. provided construction engineering services throughout the project.  This presentation will discuss the design of value engineering alternatives for under bridges, Jetty Bay, and Boardwalk Bay.  In addition to the design of the various elements, the implementation and constructability of each element will be presented and discussed.

Jason Schneider is a licensed structural and professional engineer with over 15 years of experience involving the inspection, design, and construction of hundreds of transportation-related projects.  His work specializes in unique structural analysis projects typically resulting from construction firms looking for constructability alternatives.  He is proficient in structural modeling, design, and load rating analysis and currently serves as the Regional Manager/Vice President of Collins Engineers, Inc. Chicago, IL Office.