PROJECT 1 – NEW HAVEN
Representative Project Experience
The projects shown represent selected experience of YS Engineers’ key personnel obtained while employed by previous organizations. YS Engineers did not serve as the prime consultant or contractor on these projects unless specifically noted. This experience demonstrates the technical qualifications, leadership roles, and field expertise available to YS Engineers clients.”
New Haven Rail Yard Coach Acceptance Facility
Owner/Agency: Connecticut Department of Transportation
Agency Partners: Metro-North Railroad, Amtrak
Location: New Haven, Connecticut
Contract Value: $5.5 Million
Role: Construction Project Management
Project Duration: 2025 – 2026
Project Overview
Provided construction management and field coordination support for the development of a new railcar acceptance and commissioning facility located within the active New Haven Rail Yard. The project scope included site civil improvements, track rehabilitation, service platform construction, installation of new water and sanitary services, electrical power distribution, communications systems, secure perimeter fencing, and temporary operational facilities. All construction activities were executed under live rail operations requiring continuous coordination with Metro-North and Amtrak stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Managed construction sequencing within an active rail yard environment
- Coordinated rail safety requirements and operational work windows
- Oversaw utility installation, electrical infrastructure, and platform construction
- Administered RFIs, submittals, and contract documentation
- Enforced project quality control and safety compliance standards
Scope of Work
- Rail yard civil infrastructure improvements
- Track rehabilitation and service platforms
- Utility installations (water, sanitary)
- Electrical and communications systems
- Security fencing and access controls
Results and Performance
- Maintained continuous rail operations throughout construction activities
- Supported timely commissioning of new fleet acceptance facilities
- Achieved compliance with agency safety and operational requirements
