Geotechnical Career Summary ( Bhate Geosciences Corporation 2002 – 2014 )
Twelve years of progressive engineering responsibilities while managing geotechnical and construction material testing projects. Responsibilities include:
• Preparation of service proposals, engineering evaluation reports, and design documents (prescriptive and performance specifications, drawings, bid documents)
• Client management and business development
• Technical oversight and mentoring of staff professionals and engineering technicians
During employment with Bhate Geosciences, advanced from Staff Professional to Senior Project Manager while obtaining a broad consulting background in site characterization, deep foundations, ground improvement, construction material testing, and forensic evaluations. Industrial and commercial project experience within the southeastern US, primarily in Alabama and coastal regions of Mississippi and Florida.
Areas of Expertise
Geotechnical Site Characterization – Subsurface exploration using SPT sampling/rock coring, air track probe, CPT, and geophysical methods (electrical resistivity, GPR); laboratory testing per ASTM of soil and rock including: soil classification, shear strength testing, consolidation testing
Deep Foundations – Analysis, load testing, construction and inspection of driven piles, micropiles, augercast piles, and drilled shafts
Karst Terrain – Foundation engineering in karst: fracture trace analysis, 2D/3D modeling of subsurface conditions, ground improvement/stabilization, and risk mitigation measures
Construction material testing and IBC Special Inspections – Earthwork testing, concrete sampling and testing, asphalt and concrete pavement testing, reinforced/post-tensioned/precast concrete inspections, masonry testing and inspections, shotcrete
Forensic Evaluations – Engineering evaluation and remediation recommendations for pavements, slabs, and foundation/building distress
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, Mississippi State University, 2000
Professional Licensure / Memberships
Licensed Professional Engineer in Alabama (No. 30449)
Deep Foundations Institute (DFI)
Recent Major Projects
Japanese Automotive Manufacturer – Lincoln, AL (2010 – 2014) Geotechnical consultant for foundation design, load testing, and ground improvements in karst terrain for multiple plant expansions with construction value of $250M. Multiple exploration methods were used to model complex karst conditions and assess subsidence risk.
New Student Residences - University of Alabama at Birmingham – Birmingham, AL (2013) Geotechnical consultant on an 8-story building at UAB campus. Required complex settlement modeling of shallow foundations and consolidation testing in karst terrain.
LH1 Hotel and Casino – D’Iberville, MS (2012) Geotechnical consult...
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