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Request for Qualifications
Engineering Consultants for Kalispell
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SUBJECT: Request for Qualifications
Engineering Consultants for Kalispell Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvement Project
Dear Susie, Keith and Project Evaluation Committee,
Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA) is excited to submit a proposal in response to the Request for Qualifications for the Kalispell Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvement
Project. Our firm is eager to work on this project, and we have the knowledge and experience to meet the city’s needs and objectives. Through our previous work with the
City of Kalispell Public Works Department, we understand the high level of detail and attention to schedules that the city expects from their engineering consultants. The
design team and approach outlined in our proposal highlights our firm’s ability to complete the Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvement Project, including the reconstruction
of Hawthorn Avenue from Two Mile Drive to Yellowstone Street, and our ability to assist with the sidewalk improvements, if required, on Hawthorn Avenue from Yellowstone
Street to Three Mile Drive, while maintaining the high standards that the city expects.
Ryan Mitchell, PE, PLS, would serve as the primary contact and project manager. He works in the Kalispell office and would manage all communications and oversee
the project engineering services. Ryan can be reached at 406-752-5025 (office), 406-212-3692 (cell) or via email at RMitchell@rpa-eng.com. With over 26 years of
experience in designing and managing a variety of infrastructure improvements projects, Ryan is a licensed Professional Engineer and Professional Land Surveyor (MT
#13928ES) and the Operations Manager of RPA’s Kalispell Office. He has served as the Project Manager on numerous projects for the City of Kalispell including the
recent 8th Avenue East Water Main Replacement and Road Reconstruction Project and the Four Mile Drive Path Project.
This proposal is being uploaded to the QuestCDN website as requested in the request for qualifications issued by the city. If hard copies are required, we are happy to
provide them at your request.
Sincerely,
ROBERT PECCIA & ASSOCIATES
Ryan E. Mitchell, PE, PLS
Project Manager/Primary Contact
www.rpa-eng.com
Helena Kalispell Bozeman Anaconda Missoula
www.rpa-eng.com
Helena Kalispell Bozeman Anaconda Missoula
www.rpa-eng.com
Helena Kalispell Bozeman Anaconda Missoula
City of Kalispell, Public Works Department
Keith Haskins, Deputy Public Works Director / City Engineer
201 1st Avenue East
PO Box 1997
Kalispell, MT 59903
Tony Woods, EI
Design Team Leader
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GENERAL INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY
In business for over 45 years, Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA) first opened their
doors in 1978 with 12 employees. The respected civil engineering firm now employs
over 80 individuals across five offices and has built their national award-winning
reputation by providing solid technical skills in a professional, ethical, and trustworthy
manner. In 2005, Ryan Mitchell founded the Kalispell Office for RPA and has been
providing surveying and civil engineering services for communities in northwest
Montana since.
RPA has an established history of providing engineering services to the City of
Kalispell, and we are excited to continue this partnership on the Kalispell Two Mile
Drive Drainage Improvement Project. Our team includes familiar faces who have
previous work experience with the city. Ryan will be the Project Manager and will
ensure that quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reviews are completed.
Tony Woods will lead the design team on the project. Both Ryan and Tony understand
the City of Kalispell’s high expectations for commitment and attention to detail, which
they are well-prepared to meet.
The project design team will consist of several RPA team members, along with a
subconsultant specializing in geotechnical engineering. The organizational chart in
this proposal outlines assigned personnel and their respective roles for this project.
Team member resumes are included at the end of the proposal for reference.
RPA’S PRIMARY AND SECONDARY CONTACT
Ryan Mitchell, PE, PLS will be the primary contact for this project. The secondary
contact will be Tony Woods, EI.
LEGAL COMPANY ORGANIZATION & ORGANIZATION CHART
RPA is incorporated in the State of Montana as a 100% Employee-Owned
S-Corporation. Our company organization includes a President, two Vice Presidents, a
Board of Directors, and Group Managers. For this project, please see the organization
chart listed under the RPA Qualifications section.
LIST OF APPLICABLE MONTANA LICENSES
Tony Woods, EI
406-752-5025 (office)
406-871-6146 (cell)
TWoods@rpa-eng.com
Ryan E. Mitchell, PE, PLS
406-752-5025 (office)
406-212-3692 (cell)
RMitchell@rpa-eng.com
Ryan E. Mitchell
Montana ES #13928
Tony Woods
Montana EI #73965
Staci Venner
Montana PE #16318 Austin Pauly
North Dakota EI #28511
Holly Manning
Montana PE #15125
Neal Levang
Montana PE #18129
Jason Smith
Montana PLS #14739LS
Kagun Rutz (Alpine Geotechnical)
Montana PE#15417
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COMPANY EXPERIENCE
This section describes three similar projects completed by RPA in the last five years. For additional relevant experience,
please see individual resumes.
FOUR MILE DRIVE PATH
KALISPELL, MT
RPA provided surveying and civil engineering to design a shared use path, including a retaining wall, minor drainage
improvements and minor street reconstruction for about 700 lineal feet (~ 2 blocks) along Four Mile Drive.
During this project, RPA identified and mitigated several difficult issues, similar to what might be found on the Two
Mile Drive Drainage Improvement Project. Right-of-Way (ROW) constraints, utility conflicts and matching existing
infrastructure were encountered, and RPA overcame these difficult issues by identifying them early and preparing
options for review with the city to mitigate. The final design of this project included a cast-in-place retaining wall
(due to utility conflicts and ROW constraints), curb and gutter along the northside of Four Mile Drive with a
boulevard and new sidewalk (shared use path). To match existing grades, the north quarter of Four Mile
Drive was reconstructed.
This project was bid in April 2025 with four bids received. Construction is underway with a planned
completion date of Fall 2025.
Client Name and Contact Information
City of Kalispell Public Works Department,
Keith Haskins, PE
Deputy Director Public Works/City Engineer,
406-758-7727,
khaskins@kalispell.com
Budget, Timeline and Role of RPA
The project budget for this project is $1,183,016 (Professional Fees & Construction). The
project was started in June 2024 and is under construction with an anticipated completion
date of November 2025. RPA provided all surveying and civil engineering for this project.
Grant Administration
RPA is assisting in the administration of the Transportation Alternatives (TA) Grant for this
project.
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8TH AVENUE WEST & 11TH STREET WEST WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT & ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION
KALISPELL, MT
RPA provided surveying and civil engineering to design a water main replacement, stormwater drainage improvements,
new curb and gutter, ADA accessible pedestrian ramps and street reconstruction for 4,360 lineal feet of 8th Avenue West
and 11th Street West in Kalispell, MT. This was one of three schedules that RPA completed as a part of one large project.
During this project, RPA identified and mitigated several difficult issues, similar to what will to be found on the Two Mile Drive
Drainage Improvement Project. Utility conflicts and stormwater drainage outfalls were encountered, and RPA overcame
these difficult issues by identifying them early and preparing options for review with the city to mitigate. The final design
of this project included preparing Utility Relocation Plans for the utility companies (primarily underground gas) to relocate
their utilities, curb and gutter and street reconstruction. To mitigate the lack of stormwater drainage outfalls, storm drainage
pipes were installed at a shallow bury (2 feet deep) and stormwater flow was directed across intersection with concrete
valley gutters.
This project was bid in January 2023 with five bids received. Construction was completed Fall 2023.
Client Name and Contact Information
City of Kalispell Public Works Department
Keith Haskins, PE – Deputy Director Public Works/City Engineer
406-758-7727
khaskins@kalispell.com
Budget, Timeline and Role of RPA
The budget for all three schedules was $8,867,593 (Professional Fees & Construction). The
project was started in Fall 2021 and construction was completed in Fall 2023. RPA provided
all surveying and civil engineering for the 8th Avenue West and 11th Street West project.
Grant Administration
RPA provided assistance in the administration of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Grant for this project.
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KARROW AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION
WHITEFISH, MT
RPA provided surveying and civil engineering to design the reconstruction of Karrow Avenue from West 7th Street to US-93
in Whitefish, MT, including stormwater drainage improvements, curb and gutter, a shared use path, and complete street
reconstruction totaling approximately 1,950 lineal feet.
During this project, RPA identified and mitigated several difficult issues, similar to what may be found on the Two Mile Drive
Drainage Improvement Project. ROW constraints, utility conflicts, access during construction and traffic control, stormwater
drainage collection from upgradient properties, and stormwater drainage outfalls were encountered, and RPA overcame
these difficult issues by identifying them early and preparing options for review with the city to mitigate. The final design
of this project included a concrete masonry unit (CMU) block retaining wall (due to utility conflicts and ROW constraints),
detailed traffic control plans, area drains and Mitered Drain® inlets (to collect stormwater from upgradient properties) new
stormwater drainage inlets and collection piping, curb and gutter, street reconstruction with a boulevard and new sidewalk
(shared use path).
This project was bid in March 2024 with three bids received. Construction was completed in October 2024.
Client Name and Contact Information
City of Whitefish Public Works Department
Craig Workman, PE – Director of Public Works
406-863-2455
cworkman@cityofwhitefish.gov
Budget, Timeline and Role of RPA
The budget for this project was $2,771,899 (Professional Fees & Construction).
The project started in May 2023, and construction was completed in October 2024.
RPA provided all surveying and civil engineering for this project.
Grant Administration
There were no grants for this project, it was funded with Resort Tax Funding.
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REFERENCES
CITY OF KALISPELL
Keith Haskins, PE
Deputy Director Public Works/City Engineer
406-758-7727
Since the late 1990s, RPA has been providing surveying
and civil engineering services within the City of Kalispell.
Many projects have similar elements to the Two Mile Drive
Drainage Improvements Project.
CITY OF WHITEFISH
Craig Workman, PE
Director of Public Works
406-863-2455
Since the late 1990s, RPA has been providing surveying
and civil engineering services to the City of Whitefish. Most
projects have typically included roadway reconstructions,
including Stormwater Drainage Improvements, Curb and
Gutter Installation, Sidewalk Reconstruction/Installation, and
Street Reconstruction.
FLATHEAD COUNTY
Dave Prunty
Public Works Director
406-758-5790
Since 2005, RPA has been providing surveying and
civil engineering services to Flathead County. RPA has
completed several projects for Flathead County that included
Stormwater Drainage Improvements, Curb and Gutter
Installation, Sidewalk Reconstruction/Installation, and Street
Reconstruction.
Project Name Stormwater Drainage Improvements
Curb and Gutter Installation
Sidewalk Reconstruction/ Installation
Street Reconstruction
Grandview Drive Improvements
Path Highway 93 - STPE 6799 (39)
Three Mile Drive Bike/Ped Path
Project Name Stormwater Drainage Improvements
Curb and Gutter Installation
Sidewalk Reconstruction/ Installation
Street Reconstruction
Texas Avenue Reconstruction
Edgewood Place Reconstruction
State Park RoadwayReconstruction
Project Name Stormwater Drainage Improvements
Curb and Gutter Installation
Sidewalk Reconstruction/ Installation
Street Reconstruction
W Cottonwood Drive Drainage Improvements
Sam Bibler Trail
Additional Client or Project Experiences
Additional Client or Project Experiences
Additional Client or Project Experiences
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RPA QUALIFICATIONS
KEY PERSONNEL AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
RYAN MITCHELL, PE, PLS
Senior Project Manager
(ES #13928)
Ryan will provide project
management and
oversight of the entire project and will be
the primary contact for this project. He
will coordinate with city staff and with the
design team and push to keep the project
on schedule and on budget. Additionally,
Ryan will ensure that the QA/QC reviews
are completed for the project.
Ryan has a wealth of relevant experience
with similar projects that will be beneficial
to this project. He provided project
management on all the relevant projects
listed above and is experienced in
identifying difficult issues and mitigating
those issues effectively and efficiently,
allowing the design team to proceed
with the project. His knowledge and
experience of working with the City of
Kalispell and local utility companies is
well known and he will champion this
project from conception to completion.
TONY WOODS, EI
Design Team Leader
(EI #73965)
Tony will lead the design
team and be the onsite
representative during construction.
Tony will be the secondary contact for
this project. He will lead the preparation
of Construction Drawings, Contract
Documents and Technical Specifications,
as well as completing the Construction
Cost Estimates and Construction
Engineering.
Tony was the design team leader on the
8th Avenue West & 11th Street West
Water Main Replacement & Roadway
Reconstruction projects. His knowledge
and understanding of the City of Kalispell
Standards for Design and Construction,
along with his experience in developing
design solutions to mitigate difficult
issues, will enable him to lead the design
team through this project. Additionally, his
experience in construction engineering
will ensure that the project documents
are clear, concise and constructable for
contractors.
HOLLY MANNING, PE
QA/QC Reviewer #2
(PE #15125)
Holly will be responsible
for completing a QA/
QC review of the project design and
all submittals. Holly will be utilized as a
reviewer who is familiar with the project,
as she will provide design oversight and
review for the project. Holly is our Site Civil
Group Manager and will be overseeing
Ryan and this project. RPA’s policy is that
two individuals complete QA/QC reviews
on all projects.
TRISHA BODLOVIC
Grant Administration & Environmental
Permitting Specialist
Trisha will provide
the required grant
administration and
environmental permitting
for this project. Trisha is familiar with
the City of Kalispell, as she has worked
on numerous projects involving grant
funding and environmental permitting
for the city. Trisha has experience with
Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
grants and will review the award letter
and grant agreement thoroughly as a
first step in this project. Trisha will also
access and review the FY2024 HUD
Community Project Funding (CPF) Grant
Guide, FY2024 CPF Grant Agreement for
this award, standard forms and required
materials and other applicable items.
STACI VENNER, PE
Senior Technical
Advisor (PE #16318)
Staci will be a senior
technical advisor and
assist Tony and the rest of the design
team with the technical design. Staci has
nearly 30 years of experience as a senior
road designer.
She will leverage her experience to review
the ROW and develop alternative typical
sections for the project, early in the design
phase. Additionally, she will be available
to discuss difficult issues with the design
team and assist, using her experience, in
developing sound engineering solutions
to mitigate these issues.
NEAL LEVANG, PE
QA/QC Reviewer #1 (PE #18129)
Neal will be responsible for completing
a QA/QC review of the
project design and all
submittals. Neal will be
utilized as an independent
reviewer, as he will
not work on the project until requested
by Ryan to conduct a QA/QC review.
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AUSTIN PAULY, EI
Project Designer (EI #28511)
Austin will work closely with Tony and provide detailed design
work, including establishing alignments, profiles and grading for the
improvements. During construction, he will support Tony by providing
submittal reviews and office engineering services. Austin is familiar with the City of
Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction.
Austin was the project designer for both the Four Mile Drive Path and the Karrow
Avenue Reconstruction projects. He is efficient in designing options for clients to
review, including designs that meet the “standards” and identifying difficult issues that
may be identified due to site constraints. Austin is well versed in AutoCAD Civil3D
and leverages the software to quickly modify designs to create workable solutions.
Additionally, he is very detail orientated and will assist Tony during construction
engineering to ensure compliance with the construction drawings, contract documents
and technical specifications.
MARK ROGERS
Senior CADD Operator/Designer
Mark will provide all drafting and plan set production for the project. He
has worked on numerous projects for the city and is familiar with the
City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction.
Mark has been the CADD operator/designer for all projects listed in this proposal.
He brings nearly 20 years of experience to the team in creating CADD files and
construction drawings that are detailed, clear and concise.
JASON SMITH, PLS
(PLS #14739LS)
Jason will provide oversight and review of all land surveying and
topographic mapping for the project. He has worked with the city
on numerous projects and understands the criticality of collecting
accurate and precise data for engineering designs.
KAGAN RUTZ, PE
Alpine Geotechnical (PE #15715)
Kagan will provide oversight and review of all geotechnical investigations and
reporting for the project. He will provide engineering recommendations for materials
and construction methods.
RESUMES
Resumes for all key team members are included at the end of the Statement of
Qualifications.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES
RPA, as a company, is registered by the Montana Secretary of State, D047475.
Additionally, RPA, as a company, is licensed by the Board of Professional Engineers
and Land Surveyors, PEL-EF-LIC-239. Our team members have the individual licenses
listed above under the List of Applicable Montana Licenses.
Senior Project Manager
Ryan Mitchell, PE, PLS
Design Team Lead
Tony Woods, EI
Survey
Jason Smith, PLS
Clay Treece, LSI
Grant
Administration
Trisha Bodlovic
Construction Admin Austin Pauly, EITony Woods, EI
Engineering
Design
Austin Pauly, EI
Mark Rogers
Geotech
Alpine Geotech
Kagan Rutz, PE
Typical Section
Alternative Analysis
Staci Venner, PE
QAQC Review
Neal Leavang, PE
Holly Manning, PE
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CONTRACT UNDERSTANDING
TWO MILE DRIVE
Per MOVE 2040, Two Mile Drive has a future classification as a Major Collector and is proposed to have a separated
shared-use path, which should be 8 – 10 feet wide.
Two Mile Drive, as a Major Collector, would have the following typical section:
A separated shared-use path would have the following typical section, and could replace one of the sidewalks shown
above:
& APPROACH
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
RPA has reviewed the HUD Award Letter and HUD
Grant Agreement. From this, and from discussions with
city staff, we understand that the city has a grant totaling
$3,315,000 and wants to improve Two Mile Drive from
approximately ~ 150 feet west of Meridian Road (at end
of existing curb and gutter) westerly to ~ 150 feet west
of Cooper Lane (western end of improvements installed
for the Landings at Two Mile Apartment complex) and
Hawthorn Avenue (from Two Mile Drive north ~ 500
feet to Yellowstone Street). The improvements will
include stormwater drainage improvements, curb and
gutter installation, sidewalk reconstruction/installation,
and street reconstruction. Additionally, RPA is available
to complete the alternate project that would consist of
sidewalk improvements on Hawthorn Avenue from
Yellowstone Street to Three Mile Drive. RPA recognizes
that the grant must be closed by August 31, 2032.
In reviewing this request for qualifications, MOVE 2040,
HUD CPF, and the City of Kalispell Standards for Design
and Construction and the project area, we understand
the following:
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HAWTHORN AVENUE
Per MOVE 2040, Hawthorn Avenue has a future classification as a Minor Collector and is proposed to have a path
or sidewalk. Hawthorn Avenue, as a Minor Collector, would have the following typical section:
EXISTING RECENTLY INSTALLED INFRASTRUCTURE
Additionally, RPA recognizes the desire to maintain existing infrastructure associated with recent adjacent
development, including stormwater drainage improvements, curb and gutter and sidewalks. This infrastructure is
mainly located on the south side of Two Mile Drive, adjacent the “Old Mall” property and on the north side of Two
Mile Drive adjacent to The Landings at Two Mile Apartments.
POTENTIAL DIFFICULT ISSUES
RPA recognizes that challenges can arise throughout planning, design, and construction of any project. Our
experience allows us to identify and address potential issues early, ensuring smoother project delivery. Based on
our understanding of this project, we’ve outlined the following key issues that will require mitigation during design
and construction:
Right-of-Ways Constraints: Much of the Two
Mile Drive area currently has a 60-foot wide (or
less) ROW. To construct a Major Collector with a
separated shared-use path, per the City of Kalispell’s
Standards for Design and Construction, a minimum
of an 80-foot wide ROW would be necessary.
Utility Conflicts: It is common to have utility
conflicts, both with buried pipes and above
ground facilities (like power poles), when installing
stormwater drainage improvements, sidewalk
installation, and street reconstruction. Review
of the project area and GIS data from the City of
Kalispell and Flathead Electric Cooperative (FEC)
indicates extensive overhead power lines and
numerous buried utilities, including water, sewer,
stormwater, gas, power, and communications.
Access During Construction and Traffic Control:
This is typically not addressed early in projects and can
become a major issue during construction. Balancing
access needs for residents and businesses while
providing enough construction operational area to
efficiently construct the project is a potentially difficult
issue.
Stormwater Drainage Collection from Upgradient
Properties: Much of the existing roadway, curb and
gutter, and sidewalk are higher in elevation than
the adjacent upgradient properties. Currently, these
properties are drained via roadside ditches and culverts
(with minimum cover). Reconstructing the roadway with
curb and gutter and sidewalk will fill these roadside
ditches and make it difficult to drain these upgradient
properties.
Stormwater Drainage Outfalls: Our preliminary
findings indicate that stormwater drainage from this
project area flows into two different stormwater basins.
The eastern portion of the project flows into the existing
stormwater drainage infrastructure within Two Mile
Drive and outfalls to a stormwater drainage collection
system in Meridian Road. Adequate capacity within the
existing collection system must be verified. The western
portion of the project flows into the recently constructed
stormwater improvements for The Landings at Two
Mile apartment complex and discharges via a pump
station to Spring Creek. Ensuring this pump station has
adequate capacity will be important.
Matching Existing Infrastructure: It is much more
difficult to match existing infrastructure, such as curb
and gutter, inlets, and pipes than to build new. Although
this is more challenging because these existing features
become design controls for the project improvements,
RPA values the cost efficiency of preserving existing
infrastructure whenever feasible.
(RPA is) always taking into consideration any impacts their designs
will have with our utilities and then working with us to minimize any
impact, but still providing the desired design for their customer. We
are always included in their initial design concepts, and we always
feel our input is taken into consideration in their final design.
-Chris Beccari, Engineer, NWE
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Access During Construction and Traffic Control
From the beginning of the design, RPA will be looking
at how best to balance access during construction
for residents and business with the necessary traffic
control for construction. As part of our construction
drawings, we will prepare Traffic Control Plans that
will be developed with the city to minimize disruption
to the traveling public and maximize the work zones
for the contractors.
Stormwater Drainage Collection from
Upgradient Properties: Once a roadway typical
section, alignment and profile is established, RPA
will analyze stormwater drainage from upgradient
properties to identify areas where stormwater may
pool and pond. If areas are susceptible to pooling
and ponding, we will design stormwater drainage
collection components, including area drains,
slotted drainage pipe, pipes with Mitered Drains®,
and other measures to collect stormwater drainage
from adjacent upgradient properties and convey it to
stormwater drainage outfalls.
Stormwater Drainage Outfalls: With limited
options for the stormwater drainage outfalls, RPA
will prepare plan & profile drawings very early
in the project to ensure that the drainage outfall
connection point elevations can work with the
proposed improvements. If there are issues, we can
evaluate options for either shallow bury (between 2
– 4 feet) on pipes or revisions to the finish grades on
the project.
Matching Existing Infrastructure: Accurately
tying into existing infrastructure, such as curb and
gutter, requires detailed and precise surface data.
To achieve this, RPA will conduct high-precision
surveys using a robotic total station on a 5-foot grid
to develop a detailed existing ground surface model.
We find that this equipment provides much more
accurate surface data than GPS equipment.
With vast experience and proven expertise, RPA is
uniquely equipped to anticipate and resolve project
challenges, ensuring a smooth process and exceptional
results.
METHODS TO MITIGATE DIFFICULT ISSUES
While several challenges may arise, RPA’s proven ability
to identify and address issues early makes us uniquely
qualified for this project. With over 26 years of project
management experience, and over 20 years of design
experience in the City of Kalispell, Ryan Mitchell will lead
efforts to proactively identify risks, develop mitigation
strategies, and coordinate with the team to resolve
them. Below are our proposed methods for addressing
potential challenges.
Right-of-Ways Constraints: Early in the project
development, RPA will prepare a “Record Survey”
drawing in AutoCAD, using available GIS Data and
recorded Certificates of Surveys, Plats, and Deeds
to depict the available ROW. Using this, RPA will
layout 2D linework for the new stormwater drainage
infrastructure, curb and gutter, sidewalks, shared
use paths and street per the City’s Standards for
Design and Construction. This will provide a basis
for discussions about alternative typical sections,
including either reducing the street width(s),
eliminating bike lanes, purchasing additional ROW,
etc.
Utility Conflicts: Mitigating utility conflicts starts
with knowing the location and depth of the utilities.
RPA will review City of Kalispell and FEC’s GIS
database, request mapping from NorthWestern
Energy, and conduct a thorough utility investigation
prior to our survey. RPA will then survey all identified
utilities and prepare thorough “Manhole Details” on
any buried utilities that we can physically access. To
determine the depths of existing utilities that are not
accessible, RPA will either coordinate with the City
of Kalispell to perform vacuum excavation or we can
complete this work ourselves utilizing our own Vac-
Truck.
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CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
PROJECT ORGANIZATION & CONDUCT
Ryan Mitchell, as the Project Manager, will be responsible for the project’s organization and conduct. Ryan, with the
assistance of other team members, will prepare an agreement, task orders, a project schedule with milestones, and
a list of deliverables that will be shared with the city. Regularly scheduled meetings will be held between RPA and the
city to discuss the project progress, ongoing work, issues, schedule and upcoming deliverables.
APPROACH TO INITIATING AND ESTABLISHING SERVICES
Our approach to initiating and establishing services would begin with a scoping meeting. This meeting will define
the project’s scope, expectations, and timeline. Following the meeting, we will establish an agreement that includes
individual task orders. Each task order will be developed collaboratively with the city to ensure alignment with the
city’s goals and objectives and compliance with the HUD Grant. The task orders will specify the project components,
deliverables, schedules, and associated fees. This approach ensures the city maintains control of the project and
that only mutually agreed upon work is authorized.
PROPOSED SCOPE OF WORK, TASK ORDERS AND DELIVERABLES
TASK ORDER NO. 2
Surveying & Geotechnical Engineering
RPA’s in-house survey team will complete a survey of
the proposed site including right-of-way retracements,
topographic mapping and utilities survey of the project
area. The survey will include calling for 811 One-Call
locates for utilities, utility investigations, and research
and review of existing surveys and survey monuments
for property boundaries and easements within project
area. The survey will also identify any potential
floodplain boundaries that may exist within the project
area that could potentially impact the project.
RPA will subcontract with Alpine Geotechnical to
conduct a geotechnical investigation and prepare a
geotechnical report for the project. Field data will be
obtained through drilling boreholes within the project
area. They will analyze field data and prepare a report
summarizing findings and providing recommendations
for soils and materials to support the proposed
improvements.
Deliverables:
Site Survey in AutoCAD Civil3D (to be used for
Engineering Design basis)
Geotechnical Report
TASK ORDER NO. 1
Project Management & Grant Administration
RPA will perform project management and grant administration for the
project. Project management will be performed throughout the duration
of the project. RPA will prepare the agreement and task orders with fee
estimate for the work in a form acceptable to the city. As the consultant, RPA
will maintain the project and all project files on their computer system. An
electronic and hard copy record of the project throughout the project duration.
At the end of the project, RPA will archive the electronic and hard copies of
the project records. Work includes coordinating with the city to obtain their
comments, reviews, and approvals for a general direction on how to proceed.
Grant Administration will also be performed throughout the duration of the
project. RPA will assist the city in the administration of the HUD Grant, including
applicable Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit
Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR Part 200).
Deliverables:
Agreement and Task
Orders (with Fee
Estimates)
Project Schedule
Monthly Invoices
Project Meeting Agendas
and Minutes
Assistance with Standard
HUD Forms and
Requirement Materials
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TASK ORDER NO. 3
Engineering Design
RPA will prepare construction drawings, contract documents, technical specifications
and a design report for the Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvements project utilizing
the requirements within the City of Kalispell’s Engineering Standards for Design
and Construction. Submittals for city review will be made throughout the design
process to ensure city staff can provide insight and comments. Submissions will be
made to the city for 30%, 50%, 70%, and 90% design levels, with a cost estimate
prepared for each design submittal. After each submission, a follow-up meeting will
be scheduled to discuss progress and allow for city input on the design process.
RPA will provide support for the permitting of improvements with the Montana
Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), as may be necessary.
The design will include coordinating with utility companies for any utility relocates
that may be necessary for the improvements.
Deliverables:
30% Submittal (Drawings & Cost Estimate)
50% Submittal (Drawings & Cost Estimate)
Utility Relocate Drawings
70% Submittal (Drawings, Design Report & Cost Estimate)
90% Submittal (Drawings, Design Report, Cost Estimate, Contract
Documents & Specifications)
Final Submittal (Drawings, Design Report, Cost Estimate, Contract
Documents & Specifications, QuestCDN Information for Bidding)
DEQ Permits (as necessary)
TASK ORDER NO. 4
Environmental Permitting
RPA will conduct environmental permitting per the HUD Environmental Review
Requirements. All CPF Grants are subject to requirements under the National
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), HUD’s NEPA-implementing regulations at 24 Code
of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 50 or 24 CFR Part 58, and appropriate federal
environmental and historic preservation laws, regulations, and Executive Orders.
In keeping with NEPA and HUD’s NEPA-implementing regulations, environmental
reviews must be completed, and all necessary HUD approvals must be obtained
prior to taking any choice limiting actions, such as acquisition, construction, ground
disturbance, and entering into contracts. A satisfactory environmental review must
show that the project activities will not result in environmental harm that is unable to
be mitigated and must not preclude consultation with the appropriate environmental
authorities such as the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO).
Deliverables:
NEPA Documentation
SHPO Coordination
TASK ORDER NO. 5
Bidding Assistance
Following the engineering design phase and environmental permitting phase,
RPA will prepare bidding documents, including construction drawings, contract
documents and technical specifications for distribution to prospective bidders.
The bidding documents will be uploaded to the city’s QuestCDN website. RPA
will conduct a pre-bid meeting with contractors to explain the project and specific
requirements. Throughout the bidding process, RPA will be available for answering
questions and providing clarification for bidders and suppliers. Addenda will be
issued as required during the bidding phase to document responses to questions
and clarifications on the construction drawings, contract documents and technical
specifications.
Deliverables:
Bid Tabulations
Bid Recommendation Letter
LHC, Inc would like to state that as we work with RPA on numerous projects every year,
their project bid plans and specifications are the best that we see in our region of Montana!
Their project bid plan sets are very clear and concise, but also not cluttered with too much
information. Their project bid sets are also laid out in a very logical and orderly fashion which
makes it easy for the contractor to follow. Likewise, their project bid specifications are also set
up in such a way as to be easy to follow and find the information we need quickly.
- Dave Steely, Lead Estimator, LHC
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TASK ORDER NO. 6
Construction Engineering
Ryan Mitchell, with assistance from Austin Pauly, will lead contract administration
services in the office throughout construction, overseeing construction contracts,
reviewing submittals, responding to requests for information, processing payment
applications, and monitoring project schedules. Ryan’s responsibilities will also
include facilitating weekly construction progress meetings with the contractor, city
staff and others to promote communication and project efficiency.
Tony Woods will lead construction engineering services in the field during the project’s
construction phase, overseeing construction activities to ensure compliance with
construction drawings, contract documents and technical specifications. His role
includes coordination of work activities with the contractor and performing site
observations to verify adherence to project requirements.
Upon construction completion, RPA will conduct a substantial completion
walkthrough with the contractor to identify outstanding work items. RPA will develop
a punchlist outlining necessary work items that must be finalized before issuing
final payment.
Deliverables:
Executed Contract Documents
(Construction Agreement, Bonds,
Insurance, etc.)
Submittal Reviews
Weekly Progress Reports
Weekly Progress Meetings
Substantial Completion
Punchlist
TASK ORDER NO. 7
Post-Construction Services & Closeout
Once the contractor has completed the project work, RPA will assist the city in preparing
record drawings for the improvements and completing project closeout documents
and certifications. During this time the punchlist will be monitored and updated as
needed. Prior to the expiration of the project warranty, a walkthrough of the project
will be held to identify any deficiencies or issues. A list of any warranty items will be
submitted to the contractor at the conclusion of the warranty meeting.
PROPOSED PROJECT SCHEDULE
RPA has prepared a preliminary project schedule based on our current project
understanding.
Deliverables:
Project Record Drawings
Project Certification Letter
11-month Warranty Walkthrough
23-month Warranty Walkthrough
2026 2027 2028
Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q1
Task 2
Site Survey
Task 1
Project Management &
Grant Administration
Task 3
Engineering Design
Task 4
Bid to Award
Task 5
Construction
Engineering
Task 6
Post-Construction
Engineering
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OTHER FACTORS
CURRENT CONTRACTS AND AVAILABILITY
RPA has capacity and is prepared to initiate and complete this project as quickly and efficiently as possible. Our
current workload backlog is about four months; thus we have availability to start on this project in early 2026.
Additionally, our recent and ongoing work with the City of Kalispell, and other local communities, involving stormwater
drainage improvements, curb and gutter installation, sidewalk reconstruction/installation and street reconstruction
will be a benefit to this project.
QUALITY AND VALUE OF SERVICE
RPA’s quality is second to none. A primary contributor to our quality of services is our QA/QC policy we have
implemented. QA/QC reviews in engineering design are essential for ensuring that products, facilities, and
infrastructure meet rigorous standards of safety, reliability, and efficiency. Ryan Mitchell, as the project manager, will
conduct continuous QA/QC checks during the design process by holding internal meetings on a regular basis with
the design team. This allows the project quality assurance review to occur concurrently with the design progress and
allows potential issues to be addressed as the design process takes place. In addition to Ryan’s QA/QC review, RPA
also completes a comprehensive QA/QC process of all the final project documents, including construction drawings,
contract documents and technical specifications, prior to bidding of a project. A rigorous review by two senior RPA
team members is required at RPA per our QA/QC policy. These reviews will be completed by the practice area Group
Manager, Holly Manning, as well as by someone who has not performed any work on the project, Neal Levang.
Neal is familiar with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction and the City’s infrastructure. This
thorough QA/QC process ensures that the design intent and project documents meet RPA’s design standards and
that potential issues are addressed prior to bidding and construction which can otherwise result in high bid numbers
or costly change orders on a project.
RPA’s value is reflected in competitive bid results and minimal change order costs. Our projects consistently attract
multiple bidders with closely aligned bids—demonstrating that our construction documents are clear, consistent,
and well-understood by contractors, resulting in the best pricing for our clients. Additionally, RPA maintains an
exceptionally low change order rate, often even negative. For example, the 8th Avenue West & 11th Street West
Water Main Replacement and Roadway Reconstruction project concluded with a change order rate of -0.81%. This
outcome highlights RPA’s commitment to quality, value, accuracy, and client-focused service.
RECORD OF COMMITMENT TO SCHEDULE
For over 25 years, RPA has been committed to the City
of Kalispell and committed to delivering high quality civil
engineering services on time. Our past performance of
working with the city confirms our commitment to the
schedule that we are proposing.
RESUMES
Ryan E. Mitchell, PE, PLS
Senior Project Manager/Vice President
Kalispell Operations Manager
Experience
Since joining Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) in 1999, Mr. Mitchell has worked in RPA’s Streets and
Highways Group, Water/Wastewater Group, and Site Civil Group as a surveyor, designer, construction on-
site representative, project engineer and project manager. In 2005, Mr. Mitchell moved to Kalispell,
Montana, to open and manage the Flathead Valley branch office of RPA. He is currently a Senior Project
Manager within RPA’s Site Civil Group and is RPA’s Vice President of Business Management and the
Kalispell Operations Manager.
Over the last 26-plus years, Mr. Mitchell has managed and worked on numerous projects in Flathead
County similar to the Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvements Project.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Since establishing RPA’s Kalispell Office over 20-years ago, Ryan’s experience has primarily been focused
on managing and designing Drainage Improvements, Street Reconstructions, Sidewalks and Bicycle/Pedestrian Path projects for our local Public Works Departments, including the City of Whitefish,
City of Columbia Falls, Flathead County and City of Kalispell. Many of these projects had grants
associated with them, ranging from Transportation Alternatives (TA) funding to Montana Air Congestion
Initiative (MACI) grants and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Ryan, with assistance from Trisha
Bodlovic, has successfully assisted our local government agencies in administering these grants.
Four Mile Drive Path – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Kalispell Public Works Department
(Transportation Alternatives (TA) Grant Funding)
Ryan worked with the City of Kalispell to design and is currently overseeing the construction of this project,
which includes curb and gutter, matching existing infrastructure, ADA/PROWAG design of a separated
bicycle/pedestrian path (including crosswalks and pedestrian ramps), drainage improvements and partial
street reconstruction. Ryan is providing project management and served as a senior design advisor to the
RPA design team. This recent work with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be
beneficial for this project.
Quail Lane – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)
Ryan is working with MDT to design this project, which includes curb and gutter, drainage improvements,
street construction, and sidewalks on one side of the road. Ryan provides project management for the site
civil work and is serving as a senior design advisor to the RPA design team. This recent work with the City
of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Karrow Avenue Reconstruction – Whitefish, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Whitefish Public Works Department
Ryan worked with the City of Whitefish to design and oversee construction of this project, which included
curb and gutter, ADA/PROWAG design of a separated bicycle/pedestrian path (including crosswalks and
pedestrian ramps), drainage improvements and street reconstruction. Ryan provided project management
and served as a senior design advisor to the RPA design team.
West Cottonwood Drive Drainage Improvements Project – Evergreen, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Flathead
County Road & Bridge Department
Ryan worked with Flathead County to design and oversee the construction of this project, which included
curb and gutter, matching existing infrastructure, drainage improvements (including subsurface storage
and disposal) and street reconstruction. Ryan provided project management and served as a senior
design advisor to the RPA design team.
8th Avenue W Drainage Improvements & Street Reconstruction – Kalispell, MT, 2021 to 2023 |
Kalispell Public Works Department (ARPA Grant Funding)
Ryan worked with the City of Kalispell to design and oversee the construction of this project, which
included curb and gutter, ADA/PROWAG design of crosswalks and pedestrian ramps, drainage
improvements and street reconstruction. Ryan provided project management and served as a senior
design advisor to the RPA design team. This recent work with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design
and Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Specialties Contract and Project Management
Project Scheduling
Cost Estimating and Budgeting
Right-of-Way (ROW) Review
ROW Acquisition
Draingage Improvements
Street Reconstruction
Sidewalks
ADA/PROWAG Compliance
Bicycle/Pedestrian Path Design
Water and Wastewater Design
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering with highest honors, 1999, Montana
State University.
Associate of Applied Science, Land Surveying with honors, 1996, Flathead
Community College.
Registration
Professional Engineer & Land Surveyor:
Montana #13928 ES
Private Pilots License, 1996.
Affiliations
Montana Association of Registered
Land Surveyors
Awards
Distinguished Alumni Award, 2012,
Flathead Valley Community College
Montana Contractors Association (MCA)
“Best Reconstruction of Urban/City
Project” Award, 2011, Whitefish
Downtown Infrastructure Improvements
Project, Whitefish, MT.
Presentations
Flathead Valley Community College,
Kalispell, MT, Into to Civil Engineering
Tony Woods, EI
Design Team Leader
Experience
Tony Woods, EI, works in RPA’s Kalispell Office as an Engineering Designer/Construction Technician in
the Site Civil Group. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Montana
Technological University and an Associate of Science degree in general studies from Flathead Valley
Community College. Prior to joining RPA, Tony spent over a decade supervising steel framing crews for
large scale commercial construction projects.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Tony has been an engineering designer within the site civil group since joining RPA. His role at RPA is
been design, development of contract documents and specifications, and construction oversight. Tony is
very familiar with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction. The following is list of
completed and on-going relevant projects that Tony has been a part of:
8th Avenue W Drainage Improvements & Street Reconstruction – Kalispell, MT, 2021 to 2023 |
Kalispell Public Works Department (ARPA Grant Funding)
Tony worked with the City of Kalispell to design and oversee the construction of this project, which included
curb and gutter, ADA/PROWAG design of crosswalks and pedestrian ramps, drainage improvements and
general street reconstruction. The addition of curb and gutter required minor extensions to existing storm
infrastructure. This recent work with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be
beneficial for this project.
West Cottonwood Drive Drainage Improvements Project – Evergreen, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Flathead
County Road & Bridge Department
Tony designed the complete street reconstruction of approximately 200-feet of roadway to provide
stormwater drainage on the site. The project included installing two infiltration storm manholes with
laydown valley curbing in the absence of any nearby stormwater infrastructure. Underlying soils to the
project allowed the use of infiltration manholes and offered a cost effective solution for storm drainage.
Tony developed the contract documents and specifications for the project.
Four Mile Drive Path – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Kalispell Public Works Department
(Transportation Alternatives (TA) Grant Funding)
Tony is currently overseeing the construction of this project, which includes curb and gutter, matching
existing infrastructure, ADA/PROWAG design of a separated bicycle/pedestrian path (including crosswalks
and pedestrian ramps), drainage improvements and partial street reconstruction. This recent work with the
City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Quail Lane – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)
Tony is working with MDT to design this project, which includes curb and gutter, drainage improvements,
street construction, and sidewalks on one side of the road. Quail Lane will serve as a local collector street
for the City of Kalispell and will connect to the existing Quail Lane when the north property is developed in
the future. This recent work with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be
beneficial for this project.
Specialties
Data Collection and Analysis
Construction Observation and
Administration
Report Compilation
Engineering Design
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering
with honors, 2021, Montana
Technological University
Associate of Science, General Studies,
2019, Flathead Valley Community
College
Registration
Engineer Intern (EI): 2021, Montana No.
73965
Staci Venner, PE
Senior Technical Advisor
Experience
Staci is an industry expert in highway and road design with nearly 30 years of experience. As a Project
Manager and Lead Designer, she has directed the development of urban corridors, rural highways,
interchanges, and roundabouts, consistently delivering clear and concise construction plans for MDT and
local governments. Staci is recognized for her ability to balance technical precision, design efficiency, and
multidisciplinary coordination, ensuring roadway designs advance smoothly through MDT’s review and
delivery process. Her experience extends through construction administration and inspection, giving her
firsthand insight into how design decisions translate to the field.
MDT Durston Road Curves
Project Manager of the safety funded project for the realignment of sharp curves with fatalities. Project
includes public involvement, environmental documentation, hydraulic modeling on Aajker Creek,
stormwater treatment system meeting MS4 requirements, and creek channel changes.
City of Belgrade Companion Way
Project Manager for the phased, economical lighting design that included one layout for current facilities
and another for future conditions. QAQC review of lighting plans.
City of Bozeman, Manley Road Improvements
Project Manager and Lead Designer for fast-tracked design and construction management on this urban
road reconstruction to 3-lanes from Griffin Drive to north of Gallatin Heights while teamed with another
consultant. Project included new LED lighting system, crosswalk curb bulb-outs, shared-use paths, ADA
upgrades, on-street parking, storm drain, intersection reconfigurations, new 36-inch diameter sanitary
sewer, and utility adjustments on the busy corridor along Map Brewing and Glen Lake City Park.
City of Bozeman, Cottonwood Road Improvements
Project Manager and Lead Designer for design and construction management on this urban road
reconstruction and widening of the 2-lane facility to 5-lanes from Babcock Street to Glenwood Drive.
Project included new traffic signal with timing plan, signal retrofit, LED lighting system, ADA upgrades,
intersection reconfigurations, raised median left turn lanes, subsurface detention system, new sanitary
sewer main, waterline adjustments, permitting, and utility relocation coordination.
City of Bozeman, Durston Road Improvements
Project Manager and Lead Designer for design and construction management on this urban road
reconstruction to 3-lanes from Cottonwood Road to Fowler Avenue, including a new single lane
roundabout at Ferguson Avenue. Project included LED lighting systems, storm drain, subsurface detention,
detention basin, permitting, and utility relocation coordination.
City of Bozeman, Baxter Lane from Davis Lane to N. 7th Ave. & Harper Puckett to Ferguson
Project Manager and Lead Designer for design and construction management on this urban road
reconstruction to 3-lanes. Project included new traffic signal with timing plan at Davis Lane, LED lighting
system, storm drain, irrigation relocation, and ADA upgrades.
MDT Dern Spring Roundabout
Lead designer for intersection reconstruction for a new single-lane roundabout at the intersection of US-2
and a steep county highway west of Kalispell, MT. The design included retaining walls, extended grade
adjustments for adequate sight distances, and roundabout sizing for oversized overweight loads such as
wind-blade transports.
MDT College Street, Main to N. 19th Ave.
Lead designer for urban reconstruction including landscaped medians, lighting system, two new signals,
signal retrofit on Main Street, fish passage culvert, storm drain system, and irrigation relocations for the
Farmers Canal.
MDT Jackrabbit Lane from Four Corners to Belgrade
Lead designer rural highway reconstruction project that included irrigation relocations, storm drain system,
traffic signals, and ADA upgrades.
Specialties
Streets, Highway and Interchange Design
Roundabout Design
ADA/PROWAG Facility Design
QAQC Review
Education
Bachelor of Science,
Civil Engineering, 1996,
University of Minnesota
Continuing Education/Training
USCAD Advanced Training for Civil 3D,
2022, Bozeman, MT
ACEC Montana Project Management
Seminar, 2019, Helena, MT
International Roundabout Conference
2014, Seattle, WA
2017, Green Bay, WI 2025, Atlanta, GA
ITE Intermountain Section Conference,
2012, Jackson, WY
PSMJ Project Management Bootcamp, 2008, Las Vegas, NV
ASCE Western Region Younger Member
Council Leadership Conferences
Northwestern University Intersection and Roundabout Design
Bentley Users Conference for
MicroStation & Geopak
Registration Professional Engineer:
Montana No. 16318
Organizations
Chi Epsilon - Civil Engineering Honor Society
Software
AutoDesk BIM360
AutoDesk Civil 3D TORUS Roundabout Planning
AutoTurn
MicroStation
Geopak
Neal Levang, PE
QA/QC Reviewer
Experience
Mr. Levang is a Senior Design Team Leader within RPA’s Water and Wastewater Group, bringing nearly 19
years of experience in the design and construction of a wide range of public works projects. He possesses
extensive expertise in municipal water and wastewater systems, with particular strength in staging,
sequencing, and phasing complex treatment facility upgrades to ensure uninterrupted operations.
Since joining RPA in 2022, he has contributed to several projects for the City of Kalispell, gaining in-depth
knowledge of the City’s standards, processes, and regulatory requirements. This familiarity, combined with
his technical background, makes him a valuable asset in quality control and assurance reviews, where
attention to detail and a thorough understanding of municipal procedures are critical to project success.
Emerging Contaminant PFAS Water Main Improvements 2025: The Water Transmission Main Project
involved the design and coordination of two major pipeline segments: the Noffsinger Transmission Main,
which crosses the Buffalo Hill Golf Course, and the Woodland Avenue Transmission Main. Pipe diameters
ranged from 6 inches to 24 inches throughout the project. The Woodland Avenue segment required extensive
coordination with existing utilities within the City street corridor and integration with a proposed roundabout
planned by the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT). Kalispell, MT.
City of East Helena – Highland Meadows Subdivision: Review Engineer for the 120 lot development
located off Valley Drive in East Helena. Review included water, sewer, stormwater, streets, and lighting plans
submitted by the developer. The development included a phased plan to complete the construction which
included 5 separate phases of development. Currently 4 of the 5 phases have been complete with phase 5
expected to begin construction of utilities in 2025. East Helena, MT
Grandview Drive Wells PFAS Treatment System: Design Engineer of a temporary PFAS treatment system
that was installed on the City of Kalispell’s existing Grandview Drive Well water source. The project was
completed as part of an emergency ordinance to provide treatment of the newly discovered and regulated
PFAS contaminants found through the unregulated contaminant monitoring rule (UCMR) testing that had
been conducted by the City. The project included the use of treatment vessels and skids housing anion
exchange resin to remove PFAS contaminants from the drinking water source while a permanent solution
could be evaluated and implemented.
City of Helena Crosstown Connector: Design Engineer for a valve replacement project on the City of
Helena’s existing crosstown connector water transmission main. The crosstown connector water
transmission main connects the City’s two water treatment plants with the three water storage reservoirs in
the City’s Malben High pressure zone. The existing main ranged in size from 16-inch to 24-inch, was originally
installed in the 1960’s and 1970’s, and had numerous isolation valves, blow-offs, hydrants, and air release
valves that were no longer operational and required replacement. The project included the replacement of
over 40 existing valves and transmission main components located throughout the City of Helena.
East Helena Radial Wells & Wylie Well #4: Construction Manager for the project that contained two
schedules, installation of a new groundwater well (Wylie Well #4) and rehabilitation of two existing radial
wells (McClellan Creek Radial Wells). Wylie Well #4 included drilling a new 140-foot deep cased groundwater
well, installation of a new 400 gpm vertical turbine well pump, and construction of a new tilt-up concrete well
building. The two radial wells at McClellan Creek included rehabilitating the existing radial wells and below-
grade precast wet well, installation of two new 500 gpm vertical turbine pumps, and construction of two new
tilt-up precast concrete buildings to house the new equipment.
Whitefish Digested Sludge Pump Station: Design Engineer for installation of the digested sludge pump
station at the City of Whitefish wastewater treatment plant. Project design included installation of two screw
centrifugal dry-pit pumps to convey waste sludge from the Biosolids Basin to the Drying Beds. The pump
station was situated within a below-grade precast vault and provided 300 gpm pumping capacity to the
existing sludge waste system. The pumps were provided with exterior mounted variable frequency drives
located outside the below grade vault, and controls system design to integrate the pump station into the
existing plant computer system.
Specialties
Construction Management
Construction Sequencing/Scheduling
Cost Estimation
Construction Management
Resident Project Representative
Water Treatment Facilities
Wastewater Treatment Facilities
Sanitary Sewer Collection
Sanitary Sewer Lift Stations
Water Distribution
Water Storage Facilities
Education
BS Civil Engineering Technology, 2007;
Montana State University, Northern
AAS Design Drafting Technology, 2005;
Montana State University, Northern
Registration
Professional Engineer:
MT No. 18129; 2011
Holly M. Manning, PE
Site Civil Group Manager / QA/QC Reviewer
Experience
Ms. Manning joined Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA) as a full-time employee in 2002.
Holly has over 20 years of experience in civil engineering and currently serves as the Site Civil Group
Manager at RPA. In this role, she leads a team of seven highly skilled and dedicated engineers and design
professionals, delivering comprehensive site design solutions tailored to meet client needs.
Holly is a seasoned professional who collaborates closely with architects and clients throughout all phases
of site development projects.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
New East Helena High School, East Helena, MT: This project required integrated architectural and
engineering collaboration for a schematic/conceptual building, conceptual site and infrastructure design,
preliminary cost estimating, cost benefit analysis for alternatives and options, and general assistance in
support of the East Helena School District’s successful bond funding effort. As a subconsultant to the
architect, RPA provided civil engineering and land surveying services. Site design services include parking
areas, vehicle ingress/egress, sidewalks, walking paths, preliminary grading, site drainage, play fields and
utilities. RPA engineers also provided new water main design, construction estimates, bidding assistance,
construction documents and construction observation for the new high school. East Helena, MT.
Jefferson High School Expansion and Remodel, Boulder, MT: This project included civil, site, and utility
design for approximately 13,000 sf expansion of Jefferson High School. The site design included exterior
retaining wall, sidewalks, stairs, parking lot layout, grading, ADA parking spaces and building access, along
with new water, fire and sewer services.
Shodair Medical Office Building: This project includes civil, site, and utility design for a new 30,000 sf
Medical Office Building in Helena MT. The site/civil components of this project include a fully accessible site
design, utility relocation and easement abandonment, an amended plat, parking lot layout, on-site storm
water management, site grading, and building utilities. Helena, MT.
Montana Land Reliance Office, Helena, MT: Civil/site/utility design for a new office building on an existing
infill lot in Helena, MT. This project included siting of a building, parking lot, large retaining wall, on-site
stormwater, extension of a water main and fire hydrant and long gravity sewer service. The existing site had
an average cross slope was 20-25%, making grading a large component of this site design.
Golden Eagle Office Site, Helena, MT: Comprehensive site design for the new Construction Headquarters
Office. The project includes coordination with 3-D earthwork modeling, site grading, City utility extensions,
on-site stormwater management, building utilities, paved access road design, and paved and graveled
parking areas.
Billings Limited Army Aviation Support Facility, Billings, MT: This project requires an integrated
architectural and engineering collaboration. This project is currently under design and will include design and
construction of an approximately 69,000 sf aircraft hangar and support facilities. This project includes the
design and construction of a nearly 10-acre rigid concrete apron, with helipad, taxiways, parking and exterior
rotary wing aircraft wash rack. Site components include a water main extension, water storage cisterns,
sanitary sewer pump stations, and large stormwater system and pump station. This project includes the
design and construction of all access roads, parking areas and fuel farm and fuel containment areas. This
project design is the first phase of a multi-phase campus project planned for this area.
Ms. Manning brings a meticulous eye for detail, a deep understanding of regulatory standards, project
requirements, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Her site civil experience is a key component
that enhances her ability to assess construction activities, verify compliance with specifications, and ensure
quality deliverables. With a strong foundation in QA/QC principles and hands-on field knowledge, she is well-
equipped to support this project’s success through thorough reviews, proactive issue resolution, and
consistent adherence to industry standards.
Specialties
Site Development and Facilities Layout
Grading and Drainage
Accessible Site Design
Water and Wastewater Engineering
Design
Project Funding
Preliminary Engineering Reports (PERs)
Construction Administration
Data Collection and Analysis
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
2001, Montana State University
Registration
Professional Engineer:
2009, Montana No. 15125
Affiliations
AWWA (American Water Works
Associations)
Accomplishments
Chi Epsilon National Civil Engineering Honors Society.
Golden Key Honors Society.
Speaker at the Montana Watercourse
Seminar on Riparian Areas.
Trisha Bodlovic
Grant Administration & Environmental Permitting Specialist
Experience
Trisha’s academic career focused on civil engineering, science and mathematics, and included course work
in ecology, biology, conservation, natural resources, and statistics. Since joining Robert Peccia & Associates
in 1999, she has worked on a variety of projects for the firm’s civil engineering groups.
Some of her relevant professional experience is highlighted below:
WATER AND WASTEWATER GROUP FUNDING APPLICATIONS
Troy Water System Improvements Project - 2025: Montana Department of Commerce (DOC) Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG), Montana State Endowment Program (MCEP), Montana DNRC RRGL
funding applications and grant administration.
Chester Wastewater System Improvements Project - 2022: Montana State Endowment Program
(MCEP), Montana DNRC Renewable Resource Grant and Loan Program (RRGL), State Revolving Loan
Fund (SRF), Montana DNRC American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding applications and grant
administration.
Superior Wastewater System Improvements Project - 2022: Montana DOC CDBG, Montana State
Endowment Program (MCEP), Montana DNRC RRGL, SRF, Montana DNRC ARPA funding applications
and grant administration.
Lewistown Water System Improvements Project - 2022: Montana State Endowment Program (MCEP),
Montana DNRC RRGL, SRF, Montana DNRC ARPA funding applications and grant administration.
Fort Smith Wastewater System Improvements Project - 2020: Monana State Endowment Program
(MCEP), Montana DNRC RRGL, SRF, Montana DNRC ARPA, Economic Development Administration (EDA)
funding applications and grant administration.
East Helena Wastewater System Improvements Project - 2020: Monana State Endowment Program
(MCEP), Montana DNRC RRGL, SRF, Montana DNRC ARPA funding applications and grant administration.
Harlowton Wastewater System Improvements Project - 2018: Treasure State Endowment Program
(TSEP), Montana DNRC RRGL and USDA RD funding applications and grant administration.
East Helena Water System Improvements Project – 2018: Treasure State Endowment Program (TSEP),
Montana DNRC RRGL, Montana Department of Justice Natural Resources Damage Program funding
applications and grant administration.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT DOCUMENTS
Trisha has been an integral team member for many environmental impact documents prepared for projects
across RPA’s various groups. Her duties for such projects typically include collecting data, assessing
potential environmental effects, writing reports and environmental documents, preparing graphics, and
working with government agencies and the public. She has a thorough understanding of the environmental
compliance process and the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act and Montana
Environmental Policy Act.
ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING
Trisha is experienced in preparing permit application packages for Section 404 (of the Clean Water Act)
permits, SPA 124 Permits, Floodplain Development Permits, and National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System (NPDES) Storm Water permits for construction projects. She has completed such work on behalf of
state and local governments and represented private clients.
Specialties
Environmental Document Preparation
Environmental Impact Assessment
Environmental Permitting
Funding Applications and Administration
Preliminary Engineering Reports
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
2012, University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts, Biological Sciences
with Zoological Emphasis, 1998,
University of Montana
Continuing Education
National Environmental Permitting Act
(FHWA)
Practical Project Development &
Environmental Documentation (Bob
Jacobsen)
Austin Pauly, EI
Project Designer
Experience
Prior to joining Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA), Mr. Pauly worked as a construction inspector and
manager for a sizable North Dakota County Road and Bridge Department. He completed rural and urban
road reconstruction projects. He prepared and reviewed contract documents, specifications, plans, cost
estimates, and payment applications.
Since joining Robert Peccia & Associates (RPA) in 2020, Mr. Pauly has experience in all aspects of road
reconstruction and construction management. He has completed full design, public outreach, project
schedules, budgets, development and review of final construction packages, ensured state and
governmental compliance requirements were met, and managed change orders during construction. Mr.
Pauly utilizes various specialty software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Autodesk SSA, AB Walls (Allan
Block), Microsoft Excel, and Bentley FlowMaster. He is familiar with AASHTO Geometric Design of
Highways and Streets, Montana Public Works Standard Specifications, and a variety of local municipal
design standards.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Austin has worked with local government agencies providing engineering design and construction
management for complete urban street reconstruction projects that included water and sewer main
replacements and extensions, new storm drain systems, shared use paths, sidewalks, and retaining walls.
Below is a list of projects that are either ongoing or have recently been completed.
Karrow Avenue Reconstruction Project, Whitefish, MT
This project included the complete reconstruction of 1,950 LF of rural street to an urban section with
boulevard and a shared use path for the City of Whitefish. The project consisted of extending
existing water and sewer utilities to have full coverage of the road corridor, conversion of the existing
ditches to curb and gutter with a storm drain system, and addition of a shared use path. The project
had tight right-of-way constraints and existing overhead and underground utilities that had to be
incorporated into the design. Construction was completed in 2024.
Texas Avenue Reconstruction Project, Whitefish, MT
This project included the complete reconstruction of 3,200 LF of rural street to an urban section with
boulevard and a shared use path for the City of Whitefish. The project consisted of water and sewer
service upgrades, sewer main extension, conversion of the existing ditches to curb and gutter with a
storm drain system, and addition of a shared use path. The existing overhead utilities are located far
from the right-of-way line, which created design constraints for the road, but allowed for creative
alignment of the shared use path to utilize as much of the right-of-way as possible. Construction was
completed in 2023.
Edgewood Place Reconstruction Project, Whitefish, MT
This project included the complete reconstruction of 1,500 LF of rural street to an urban section with
boulevard and sidewalk for the City of Whitefish. The project consisted of replacement of a water
main, and conversion of the existing ditches to curb and gutter with a storm drain system. Due to
existing utilities and flat topography, the reconstructed road needed to be maintained at a higher
elevation than the surrounding properties. This meant that with the removal of the ditches,
maintaining positive drainage from the adjacent properties into the new drainage system was of key
importance. To achieve this, the storm drain system has split flows with multiple outlets during high
flow events. Construction was completed in 2022.
Specialties
Urban Street Design
Sidewalk Design
Shared Use Path Design
ADA/PROWAG Compliance
Utility Design (Water/Sewer)
Storm Drain Design
Project Base Map Data Collection and
Research
Public Involvement
Construction Management,
Administration, and Observation
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
2019, North Dakota State University Registration
Engineering Intern:
North Dakota No. EI-28511 Montana No. 104335
Mark C. Rogers
Senior CADD Operator/Designer
Experience
In 2007, Mr. Rogers joined Robert Peccia & Associates’ (RPA) Kalispell office as a CADD Technician. His
responsibilities include the drafting of working drawings, maps, and graphics using AutoCAD software. Prior
to joining RPA, Mr. Rogers worked for a landscape and irrigation firm in northwestern Montana. He also
worked for a computer-chip manufacturing firm where he produced mechanical maps using AutoCAD
software. He also assists with land surveying field projects on an “as-needed” basis. Listed below are some
of the projects he has worked on.
For nearly 20 years, Mr. Rogers has been a CADD operator and designer on numerous projects in Flathead
County similar to the Two Mile Drive Drainage Improvements Project.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Since joining RPA in 2007, Mark’s experience has primarily been focused on being a CADD operator and
designer on numerous Drainage Improvements, Street Reconstructions, Sidewalks and
Bicycle/Pedestrian Path projects for our local Public Works Departments, including the City of Whitefish,
City of Columbia Falls, Flathead County and City of Kalispell.
Four Mile Drive Path – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Kalispell Public Works Department (Transportation Alternatives (TA) Grant Funding)
Mark was the CADD operator and designer of this project, which includes curb and gutter, matching existing
infrastructure, ADA/PROWAG design of a separated bicycle/pedestrian path (including crosswalks and
pedestrian ramps), drainage improvements and partial street reconstruction. This recent work with the City
of Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Quail Lane – Kalispell, MT, 2024 to Ongoing | Montana Department of Transportation (MDT)
Mark is working with the design team to design this project, which includes curb and gutter, drainage
improvements, street construction, and sidewalks on one side of the road. This recent work with the City of
Kalispell Standards for Design and Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Karrow Avenue Reconstruction – Whitefish, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Whitefish Public Works Department
Mark worked with the design team and the City of Whitefish to design and draft the construction drawings
for this project, which included curb and gutter, ADA/PROWAG design of a separated bicycle/pedestrian
path (including crosswalks and pedestrian ramps), drainage improvements and street reconstruction.
West Cottonwood Drive Drainage Improvements Project – Evergreen, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Flathead
County Road & Bridge Department
Mark worked with the design team and Flathead County to design and draft the construction drawings for
this project, which included curb and gutter, matching existing infrastructure, drainage improvements
(including subsurface storage and disposal) and street reconstruction.
8th Avenue W Drainage Improvements & Street Reconstruction – Kalispell, MT, 2021 to 2023 | Kalispell
Public Works Department (ARPA Grant Funding)
Mark worked with the design team and the City of Kalispell to draft the construction drawings for this project,
which included curb and gutter, ADA/PROWAG design of crosswalks and pedestrian ramps, drainage
improvements and street reconstruction. This recent work with the City of Kalispell Standards for Design and
Construction will be beneficial for this project.
Specialties
Drawings, Maps and Graphics
AutoCAD
Education
Associate in Applied Science Degree,
Manual and AutoCAD Drafting, 1994,
High Tech Institute, Phoenix, AZ
Awards
College GPA: 4.0
Director’s List for Academic Excellence
President’s List for Perfect Attendance
Jason M. Smith, PLS
Project Land Surveyor
Experience
Mr. Smith is a registered Professional Land Surveyor in Montana, North Dakota, Colorado, Wyoming,
Nevada, and Arizona. He joined Robert Peccia and Associates (RPA) in 2006, as the Land Surveyor in
charge for the Kalispell Office. Mr. Smith has over 28 years of experience including establishing control by
GPS/GNSS and traditional traverses, section breakdowns, FAA-405 Aeronautical GPS surveys, right-of-way
retracement, boundary establishment, topographic mapping, drafting, section corner establishment, section
corner re-monumentation, and ALTA/ACSM surveys. Clients include the Cities of Kalispell, Whitefish and
Columbia Falls Public Works, Flathead County, Montana Department of Transportation (MDT), Federal
Highways (FHWA), U.S. Forest Service (USFS), Commercial Service and General Aviation Airports, and
clients in the private sector. Examples of projects include the following:
City Public Works & Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Departments, Montana.
o City of Whitefish
o City of Kalispell
o City of Columbia Falls
o City of Ronan
o City of Polson
o City of Charlo
Flathead County Surveyor Term Contract: 2008 – 2024, Flathead County, MT.
o Road & Bridge Department, 104 Projects
o Solid Waste Department, 41 Projects
o Parks & Recreation Department, 8 Projects
o County Attorney Department, 3 Projects
o County Commissioners, 5 Project
o County Assistant Examining Land Surveyor, 6 Years
o Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Department, 3 Project
MDT Survey/SUE Term Contracts: 1999 – 2024, Statewide, MT
o Multiple projects extending twenty-five years into previous employment.
U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.
o Montana, 7 Projects
o Alaska, 3 Projects
o Washington, 1 Project
U.S. Forest Service Term Contracts: 2008 – 2024, Region 1.
o Flathead National Forest, 18 Projects
Private Companies and Landowners, Montana.
o Subdivisions
o Certificates of Survey
o ALTA/ACSM Land Title Surveys
o FEMA Floodplain and Elevation Certificates
o Legal Affidavits
o Topographic Mapping
o Construction Staking
Mr. Smith has completed many topographic, boundary and control survey projects, as well as other projects
in support of RPA’s engineering divisions, using local and state plane feet or meters coordinates. He has
extensive experience in the use of different types of Trimble surveying instruments including GPS/GNSS,
Robotic Total Stations, Digital Levels, and Data Collectors. He is proficient with AutoCAD, LDD & Civil3d,
Trimble Business Center, OPUS Projects, NGS Bluebook Software, Microsoft Office (Projects, Excel, Word,
etc.) and other software for surveying and office management.
In his position at RPA, Mr. Smith performs marketing, proposals, project management, initial research, field
data collection, public relations, generation of final coordinates, staking, and generating finished drawings
and digital terrain models.
Specialties
Legal Land Surveying
Project Management
Section and Boundary Retracement
Geodetic Control
Topographic Mapping
GPS/GNSS
Robotic Total Station
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Land
Surveying with honors, 1999, Flathead
Valley Community College.
Registration
Professional Land Surveyor:
Montana, 2003, Registration No.
14739LS
North Dakota, 2012, Registration No. LS-8301
Colorado, 2013, Registration No.
PLS-38401
Wyoming, 2016, Registration No.
LS15847
Nevada, 2020, Registration No.
PLS 27352
Arizona 2020, Registration No. LS71254
NOAA’s National Geodetic Survey
(NGS) OPUS-Projects Certified
Private Pilot License, 1992.
Affiliations Adjunct Instructor at Flathead Valley
Community College
National Society of Professional Surveyors (NSPS)
Past Vice President of the Northwest
Chapter of Montana Association of Registered Land Surveyors (MARLS)
Clay Treece, LSI
Survey Technician
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Experience
Mr. Treece is a Survey Technician and Land Surveyor Intern (LSI) in Montana. Prior to joining Robert Peccia
& Associates (RPA) Land Surveying/S.U.E. Group in 2020, he attended Flathead Valley Community College
where he received an Associate of Applied Science, Land Surveying degree.
Mr. Treece uses GPS and conventional land surveying equipment to perform topographic surveys, boundary
surveys, right-of-way retracement, boundary establishment, construction staking, monumentation, and
establish control geodetically. He is experienced in the use of different types of surveying instruments and
data collectors including Trimble DiNi, Trimble S5, Trimble TSC3/ 5, Trimble R8/ R12i GNSS, as well as
Unmanned Arial Systems. He is also proficient with Trimble Business Center, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and Pix4D
software.
Mr. Treece has the work ethic synonymous with the high expectations at RPA. His dedication and solid
educational background make him a primary field surveyor in the Kalispell Office.
RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Karrow Avenue Reconstruction – Whitefish, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Whitefish Public Works Department
Clay worked with the RPA design team and the City of Whitefish to provide the survey for this project,
which included establishing a control network, a full topographic survey, boundary/ right-of-way research,
utility mapping for dry and wet utilities, and public relations during survey on site. Clay provided data
collection, and mapping deliverables to the design team for this project.
West Cottonwood Drive Drainage Improvements Project – Evergreen, MT, 2023 to 2024 | Flathead
County Road & Bridge Department
Clay worked with the RPA design team and the Evergreen Water and Sewer District to provide the survey
for this project, which included a topographic survey, boundary investigation, and dry and wet utility
investigation. Clay provided data collection and mapping deliverables for this project.
Storm Water Facility Plan – Kalispell, MT, 2023 | Kalispell Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Department
Clay worked with the HDR design team and the City of Kalispell to provide the survey and data collection
for this project, this included detailing over 250 storm water structures across the city of Kalispell to provide
elevations and flows for this network. Clay provided data collection, and mapping deliverables for this
project.
8th Avenue W Drainage Improvements & Street Reconstruction – Kalispell, MT, 2021 to 2023 |
Kalispell Public Works Department (ARPA Grant Funding)
Clay worked with the RPA design team and the City of Kalispell to provide the survey for this project, which
included establishing a control network, a full topographic survey, boundary/ right-of-way research, utility
mapping for dry and wet utilities, and public relations during survey on site. Clay provided data collection,
and mapping deliverables to the design team for this project.
Edgewood and Texas Reconstruction – Whitefish, MT, 2021 | Whitefish Public Works Department
Clay worked with the RPA design team and the City of Whitefish to provide the survey for this project,
which included establishing a control network, a full topographic survey, boundary/ right-of-way research,
utility mapping for dry and wet utilities, and public relations during survey on site. Clay provided data
collection, and mapping deliverables to the design team for this project.
Specialties
GPS/GNSS
Robotic Total Station
Section and Boundary Retracement
Geodetic Control
Topographic Surveys
Data Collection
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Land
Surveying, 2020, Flathead Valley
Community College
Registration
Land Surveyor Intern (LSI): 2020,
Montana No. 72124
Affiliations
Current Secretary of the Northwest
Chapter of Montana Association of Registered Land Surveyors
(MARLS)
Certification Remote Pilot : 2022, Certification
No. 4673209
KAGAN RUTZ, P.E.
PRINCIPAL/SENIOR ENGINEER
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mr. Rutz is the Principal/Senior Engineer of Alpine Geotechnical, LLC, which
was founded in January 2015. Alpine practices in geotechnical consulting
and construction materials testing. We provide geotechnical drilling
services, geotechnical laboratory testing and analysis, and geotechnical
consultation. Our testing laboratory is accredited by AASHTO RE:SOURCE
in soils, concrete, and asphalt mixture.
Mr. Rutz has overseen materials engineering and testing projects in the
Flathead Valley since 2006, which typically include commercial and
infrastructure projects. Work history includes extensive experience with
laboratory testing, field testing, and project management for large and small
projects. Our company strives to provide specific input for specific project
needs and provide timely and accurate test results. In 2018, Alpine acquired
a geotechnical drilling rig, and since that time has expanded the laboratory
capabilities to include in-house unit weight, moisture content of in-situ soils,
unconfined compressive strength of soils, one dimensional consolidation of
soils, and California Bearing Ratio.
RECENT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kalispell Elevated Composite Water Tank – Kalispell, Montana 2022-2023
Served as geotechnical engineer and drilling contractor for a new elevated composite 1M gallon water tank to
serve north Kalispell. Provided site specific geotechnical recommendations for drilled shaft and driven pile
foundations and assessed numerous alternatives for foundation support.
Angel Island Bridge Replacement – Troy, Montana 2021-2023
Geotechnical Engineer. Performed geotechnical drilling, laboratory testing, and geotechnical analysis for a
replacement bridge. The project included subsurface investigation, geotechnical analysis and report that included
timber pile design recommendations.
Town Pump #3900 Improvements – Thompson Falls, Montana 2023
Oversaw geotechnical drilling, laboratory testing, and geotechnical analysis for a site redevelopment that included
substantial fill depths over soft, compressible soils. Analysis for long term settlement and recommendations for
pre loading and settlement plate installation and monitoring.
Baker Avenue Underpass – Whitefish, Montana 2020-2021
Geotechnical Engineer. Performed geotechnical drilling, laboratory testing, and geotechnical analysis for a new
pedestrian underpass. The project included subsurface investigation, settlement analysis a precast underpass
that was installed via open excavation. Served as project manager for comprehensive construction materials
testing throughout the construction process which included foundation/earthwork, concrete, and asphalt.
Education
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
Montana State University, 2002
Registrations
Professional Engineer:
Montana, No. 15417, 2007
Certifications
Montana Monitor Well Constructor
License No. 771, 2020
FACE Certified F-Number
Measurements for Floor Slabs
NRC Nuclear Densometer Operator
Training, 2001
Work History
Alpine Geotechnical, LLC,
Principal/Senior Engineer, 2015 -
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Branch Manager, 2011-2014
NTL Engineering & Geoscience-
Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Staff Engineer 2006-2011
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