NYCDDC Distribution Water Main Extensions and Replacement in South Queens

Techno is providing Resident Engineering Inspection Services for NYCDDC Capital Water Main Project limits in the borough of the Bronx and Queens. The work that needs to be completed for this particular contract consists of the replacement of old unlined cast iron distribution water mains in various locations in addition to new water mains. 

This project comprises replacing old unlined cast iron water mains with new 8-in, 12-in, and 20-in water distribution and fire protection systems in the Bronx and Queens (QED 1039): Work included coordinating with the NYCDDC and the NYCDEP and other pertinent agencies (DPR, MTA, NYPD, NYCDOT, etc.), and coordinating with the Community Boards to keep them and the residents informed on construction activities. 

• A. Water Main (20” D.I.): Total length = 2,000 LF 
• B. Water Main (12” D.I.): Total length = 4,000 LF 
• C. Water Main (8” D.I.): Total length = 14,000 LF 

The project also includes the construction and placement of: 

• 60 fire hydrants 
• 500 house connections 
• 2 wet connections 

Providing Resident Engineering Inspection Services, Techno staff prepared the following to tracked progress: 

• Prepared of field cards 
• Prepared of In-service sheets, tap cards, and quantity estimates, and submission of payments in PIMS 
• Prepared of change orders and cost overruns for various aspects of the projects 
• Ensured timely actions for all activities 
• Attended project progress meeting and documenting the meeting minutes
• Maintained submission log for all correspondence from NYCDDC & Contractor