PROJECT 4-LIRR LONG ISLAND
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.”
Long Island City Yard Restoration and Resiliency Program
Owner/Agency: Metropolitan Transportation Authority – Long Island Railroad
Location: MQueens, New York
Role: Resident Engineering Services
Project Duration: 2017 – 2020
Project Overview
This large-scale resiliency project involved reconstruction of yard tracks, third rail systems, drainage infrastructure, flood protection walls and gates, utility relocations, traction power systems, contaminated soil removal, and service platform upgrades. The project was delivered under Design-Build while maintaining continuous rail yard operations.
Responsibilities
- Provided resident engineering and field oversight services
- Coordinated contractor staging and sequencing activities
- Managed quality assurance inspections and testing programs
- Enforced rail safety compliance and work zone protection
Scope of Work
- Rail yard track reconstruction
- Flood resiliency infrastructure
- Traction power and third rail systems
- Drainage and utility installations
- Environmental remediation
Results and Performance
- Maintained operational capacity of the yard throughout construction
- Supported long-term flood resiliency improvements
- Delivered phased construction under active rail operations
