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06.11.2008 Esteban "Steve" Pérez, PE
Years of preparation and studying have led to this celebratory occasion: Steve Pérez has passed the Principals and Practice of Engineering Exam, becoming RJRA's newest Professional Engineer. Upon hearing that the test results were posted, Steve recalls, "I went to the TBPE website and typed in my information, and for a long time I was hesitant to press Enter. Finally, I thought, Oh well, whatever happens happens. When I saw my name, I was just glad it was all over and I could start living again."
Steve joined the RJRA team as an EIT in October 2006. His manager, Clint Ray, stated, "Steve brings technical expertise and leadership to our team of professionals and we are fortunate to have him on board. We look forward to his continued success and are excited about contributing to his future professional development." Congratulations, Steve!
06.10.2008 RJRA Presents to US/Mexico JWC
RJRA presented findings from the Texas-Mexico Border Crossings Study to the US/Mexico Border Transportation Planning Joint Working Committee (JWC). The JWC is a binational group that includes committee members from the US and Mexico, focused on coordinating land transportation planning and facilitating cross-border transportation movements.
The Border Crossings Study was a project commissioned by TxDOT Transportation Planning and Programming (TPP) Division.
06.04.2008 Crystal Smith joins the team
Crystal Smith is the newest member of the RJRA team. She will be acting as the Project Administrator, bringing over 6 years of experience in the Accounting field. Some of her responsiblities will include working with contract documentation and work authorizations.
Crystal has been living in Austin for the past 12 years with her husband and four-year old daughter. In her free time she enjoys the art of Tae Kwan Do. Furthermore, she explains, "Within the next year, I will probably be a black belt!"
05.29.2008 RJRA Presents to El Paso MPO
RJRA presented findings from the Texas-Mexico Border Crossings Study to the El Paso Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) Port Improvement Committee. The BOTA Port Improvement Committee is a division of the El Paso Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) whose main purpose is to obtain a consensus on the proposed improvements to BOTA.
The findings that RJRA presented will help shape the future design and function of BOTA by guiding the MPO in reaching a consensus on determining what infrastructure improvements are needed.
03.31.2008 Hero for Life, 10 gallon donor
He is more than the President of the Firm, more than an engineer, more than a mountain biker… he is a HERO FOR LIFE! During the month of March, Rodolfo "Rudy" Rivera was awarded a "Hero for Life" certificate for donating 10 gallons of blood to the Blood Center of Central Texas (BCCT).
Additionally, Rudy was noted on the BCCT website as a 2007 "Level 4 Hands of the Donor" partner (see the top of column 4).
We had many milestones in 2007!
Last year, in a prime capacity, RJRA successfully advanced from the earliest planning stages through detailed design and construction bid documents.
- IH 35 Improvement Project
- FM 2536 Improvement Project
- IH 35/Spur 422 Interchange Project
- IH 35 Selma Ramp Project
For a total 2007 Letting of over $40 million
RJRA accomplished this on an accelerated schedule through close coordination with utility companies, permitting agencies, and key partners such as the Federal Highway Administration, and Union Pacific railroad.