American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc.

The ASCE Pittsburgh Section recently held its annual Engineers Week Awards Banquet at the Engineers' Society of Western PA. American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc. was a corporate sponsor of the event. We were proud to come out to celebrate Mark Styler, PhD, PE, for receiving the award as Civil Engineer of the Year. Mark is a Senior Geotechnical Engineer at AGES, Inc. and was a past chair of the ASCE Pittsburgh Section Geo-Institute. The award ceremony also included providing generous scholarships to several deserving college juniors and seniors from surrounding schools. Taylor DaCanal, MS, PE of AGES, Inc., is the incoming president of the ASCE Pittsburgh Section, and she was honored to present the scholarships. Representing AGES at the event were Kanwal “KP” Chopra, Adam Marolf, Sebastian Lobo-Guerrero, Adam Madar, Brian Tittmann, Lauren Dziagwa, Shirley Tang, and Isabel "Izzy" Chopra. American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc.? Celebrating 30 Years of Excellence: 1995 ~ 2025

We want to recognize the following people who will be celebrating these milestone anniversaries in 2025 as part of the American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc. family, which is celebrating our 30th anniversary this year: ? 1 year – Alec Lantz-Goldstein, Keon Dohn, Jeremy Hilfiger 5 years – Mike Romeo, EIT, Geoffrey Wells, EIT 10 years – Shirley Tang, M.S., P.E., Brian Tittmann, M.S., P.E., P.G., Randall Booker, M.S., P.E., Jeff Rosengarten, M.S., P.E. 20 years – Marianne Campbell, Ala Hajdarwish, Ph.D., P.G., C.P.G., Suresh Gutta, Ph.D., P.E., Yojiro Yoshida, M.S., P.E. 30 years – Kanwal “KP” Chopra, Neil Styler, Ph.D., P.E. We are the company that we have become because of all of your hard work and dedication. Congratulations on your accomplishments!

Mike Lemansky, PE, Yojiro Yoshida, PE, Darlene Stringos, and Lauren Dziagwa, PE, from American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc., attended the ASHE Mid-Allegheny Dinner held on January 15, 2025, at the Indiana Country Club. This event featured a fascinating presentation by Douglas Zubal, PE, on landslides and geotechnical challenges in Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 10-0. It was an excellent opportunity to connect with industry leaders, share insights, and deepen our knowledge of critical infrastructure issues. A big thank you to ASHE for organizing this engaging event.

What a fantastic experience at the American Council of Engineering Companies of Pennsylvania (ACEC/PA) Western Region Meeting on January 10, 2025, at Cefalo's Banquet Center in Carnegie, PA! Kanwal “KP” Chopra, Mark Styler, Ph.D., P.E., Suresh Gutta, Ph.D., P.E., and Sebastian Lobo-Guerrero, Ph.D., P.E., D.GE., representing American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc. at this packed-house event. The buffet lunch, beautifully organized by ACEC/PA, was delicious, and the networking opportunities were invaluable. The event's highlight was the exceptional presentation by Kevin Scheurich, P.E., Assistant Chief Engineer of Design for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission. Kevin delivered a thought-provoking talk on Diversity, drawing insightful parallels from his vacation experience in Costa Rica. His unique perspective underscored the importance of embracing diversity in both our personal and professional lives. Kudos to the organizers for creating such an engaging and inclusive event, and thank you to everyone who participated. Looking forward to more opportunities to connect, learn, and grow as a community!

Last month, the Route 28 (Centreville Road) Widening project was the recipient of an Engineering Excellence Merit Award at the ACEC Metropolitan Washington EEA Gala at the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC. American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc. provided geotechnical design and construction consultation services as a subconsultant to Dewberry, with construction performed by Shirley Contracting Company, LLC. The Fairfax County Department of Transportation (FCDOT) project widened two (2) miles of Route 28 from four (4) to six (6) lanes with additional turn lanes to improve intersections and reduce congestion. The project included the construction of shared-use paths, improvements to stormwater management, sound barrier walls, retaining walls, overhead sign structure, and underground detention vaults. The corridor currently serves over 65,000 vehicles per day and is a major commuter route. The $56.9 million design-build project was awarded in May 2020 and reached final completion in the fall of 2024. Additional funding and support were provided by the Virginia Department of Transportation and the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. Adam Marolf, M.S., P.E., BC.GE and Vishal Patel, P.E., M.S. of A.G.E.S., Inc. accepted the award on behalf of the project team and owner.

We want to welcome Jeremy Hilfiger, G.I.T., to American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc.. Jeremy graduated with his Bachelor of Science in Geography from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Houston and earned his Geologist-in-Training certification in Pennsylvania. While at the University of Houston, he worked and performed research as part of the Earth & Atmospheric Science Department. He also has experience as an operator drilling in the Marcellus Shale gas fields in Pennsylvania. Jeremy joined us in our Canonsburg office as a Geologic Specialist and obtained his PennDOT Certified Drilling Inspector certification.?Please join us in welcoming Jeremy to our team at AGES!

As we celebrate this special time of year, we’d like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued trust, friendship, and partnership. It’s because of valued clients like you that we’ve been able to mark 29 incredible years in business and embark on our 30th year with excitement and determination. ? May your holiday season and the coming New Year be filled with joy, good health, prosperity, and success. We look forward to working with you in 2025 and beyond as we continue to tackle the toughest engineering challenges together. ? Warmest wishes for a happy holiday season and a wonderful New Year, ? Happy Holidays! ? Kanwal “KP” Chopra, Neil Styler and the employees of? American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc.

As guests of Damon Rhodes, Isabel "Izzy" Chopra, and Kanwal “KP” Chopra had the pleasure of attending the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) Topgolf and Toys event last Monday. Our team also consisted of Jeff Scalikan and Michael Mudry. Our group had the opportunity to connect with John Tricini, Kristy DeChicchis, and Pat Leach. The event was a fantastic experience, held at Topgolf from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It was wonderful to see a generous collection of toys donated to brighten the holiday season for children in need. The evening continued with an afterparty from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, making it a memorable night for all involved. American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc., Larson Design Group, City of Pittsburgh, Traffic Planning and Design, Inc., Michael Baker International

This year, American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc. sent its largest-ever contingent to the event, and we couldn’t be more proud of our team. Mark Styler, Ph.D., P.E., Mike Giovannitti, P.E., Mike Lemansky, P.E., Suresh Gutta, Ph.D., P.E., Sebastian Lobo-Guerrero, Ph.D., P.E., D.GE, Solveig Sahlin, P.E., Isabel "Izzy" Chopra, and Kanwal “KP” Chopra had a fantastic time reconnecting with old friends, networking with industry colleagues, and building relationships with new partners who help make the transportation industry exceptional. A big thank you to Associated Pennsylvania Constructors, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission for hosting another successful and inspiring event. Your dedication to advancing the industry shines through in every aspect of this seminar. We’re already looking forward to next year!

As we celebrate Thanksgiving, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust and partnership. Your support means everything to us, and we are truly thankful for the opportunity to work with you. This season reminds us of the importance of collaboration, shared success, and the relationships that make our work so meaningful. From all of us at American Geotechnical & Environmental Services, Inc., we wish you and your loved ones a joyous Thanksgiving filled with peace, happiness, and gratitude. Thank you for being a valued part of our journey.