MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters served as the design engineer of record for Union Pacific Railroad’s West Colton Transfer Table Replacement in Colton, Calif. Modjeski and Masters (M&M) designed a replacement table to alleviate concerns of skewing and jamming against the pit wall and to extend the transfer table’s service life.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters was selected by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) as the 2022 Major Span Prize Bridge Award winner for its work on the I-74 Mississippi River Bridge – Westbound Span.
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TAMPA, FL | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the opening of the firm's new office in the Orlando-Tampa corridor of Florida. The office is the firm’s first office in the state, and its 14th location nationwide. This highlights the firm’s continued growth, as well as its dedication to growing in this par…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the promotion of several employees to various leadership roles within the firm.
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BETTENDORF, IA | A ribbon cutting ceremony was held by the Iowa and Illinois departments of transportation, the Federal Highway Administration, and the Quad Cities communities on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, to celebrate opening the new I-74 Mississippi River Bridge. Dignitaries from both states were in attendance to mark this significant event.
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PARKERSBURG, WV | The Parkersburg Memorial Bridge is a steel warren through truss bridge that crosses the Ohio River between Parkersburg, WV and Belpre, OH. Opened in 1955, it has a total length of 2,556 feet and a main span length of 1,400 feet. After years of heavy use, the City of Parkersburg…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | A significant milestone has been reached in the construction of the Iowa Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Transportation’s new I-74 Mississippi River bridge. Earlier this month, the final keystone was put in place on the bridges’ Illinois-bound arch, completing construction of the Modjeski and Masters-designed basket-handle arch.
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PHILADELPHIA | PA As part of a strategic initiative to expand Modjeski and Masters movable bridge expertise in the Delaware Valley region, the Delaware Valley Structures Business Unit and the Movable Bridge Business Unit are pleased to announce that mechanical engineer Jack Hess, PE, has relocated to the Philadelphia, PA office.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, announced its selection as engineering designer for the bascule bridge rehabilitation project in Kolkata, India—the capital of West Bengal and the country’s largest city.
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GRAND RAPIDS, MI | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The office is the firm’s first office in the state, and its 13th location nationwide. This highlights the firm’s continued growth, as well as its dedication to growing in this particular reg…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced a key milestone for the rehabilitation work on the historic Waco Suspension Bridge with the City of Waco Parks Department. The project’s Engineer of Record is Sparks Engineering, Inc., with Gibson & Associates of Dallas as the general contractor. Structural Technologies is a subcontractor for…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced the promotion of several employees to various leadership roles within the firm. Kevin Johns has been appointed to Vice President and will retain his role as Movable Bridge Business Unit Director. Christopher Ahlskog has been promoted to Technical Manager. Shawn Brannon, Daniel Irwin, and Matthew Miller have been promoted to Project Manager.
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MECHANICSBUG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced its selection as prime consultant by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) District 4 for the I-81 and State Route 115 Interchange Reconstruction project. As prime consultant, Modjeski and Masters will provide engineering and environmental services.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters was selected as the prime consultant for the Arkansas River Lift Bridge rehabilitation and improvement project in Fort Smith, Arkansas. The team will complete a comprehensive mechanical and electrical rehabilitation with additional structural repairs to ensure continued safe and reliable operations for rail and marine traffic.
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Edwardsville, IL | Modjeski and Masters has been awarded its fourth consecutive open-end agreement with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Bureau of Bridges and Structures (BBS). Modjeski and Masters has developed a strong, personalized relationship with IDOT, cultivated over years of completing quality
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | A significant milestone has been reached in the construction of the Iowa Department of Transportation and Illinois Department of Transportation’s new I-74 Mississippi River bridge. Earlier this month, the final keystone was put in place on the bridges’ Iowa-bound arch. The keystone piece of arch weighs over 200,000 pounds and …
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LITTLETON, CO | For M&M engineer Stephen Fussnecker, what began as a hobby has now transformed into an invaluable resource to healthcare workers on the front line of the COVID-19 crisis. Using his personal 3-D printing equipment, he is working diligently to create personal protective equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers in need.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced that it has begun work for the final design of the vertical lift span on the I Street Bridge in Sacramento, Calif. The project, owned by the City of Sacramento, is being built upstream of the existing I Street Bridge to enhance accessibility acros…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters stands united with our local communities, clients, and partners in navigating the challenges associated with the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Amid the challenges that we have faced to-date, Modjeski and Masters is doing everything that we can to ensure the safety and well-being of our employees, and …
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SACRAMENTO, CA | Modjeski and Masters has been selected as the engineer of record for the design of the vertical lift span on the I Street Bridge in Sacramento, Calif. The existing I Street Bridge, first constructed in 1911, is a historic through truss swing bridge. The new
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters recently announced the promotion of five employees to project manager and senior project manager roles. Promotions to senior project managers include Jason Doughty, PE; Tom Rogers, PE, CWI; and Joe Strenkoski, PE. Geoff Forest, PE and Jon Gerhart, PE were promoted to
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced its selection for two bridge inspection projects with the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT). M&M will serve as the prime consultant for two bascule bridges in Ohio—Robert Craig Memorial Bridge and Port Clinton Bridge—where we will be responsible for managing and performing inspections for each bridge.
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AUSTIN, TX | Modjeski and Masters recently began work on the Comal River Bridge on San Antonio Street in New Braunfels, Texas. The bridge, owned by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), will undergo rehabilitation to the deck and spandrel frames, and widening of the lanes and sidewalk. Under the forward-thinking di…
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PHILADELPHIA, PA | Recently, Modjeski and Masters President and Chief Executive Officer, Mike Britt was featured as part of Drexel University’s “Co-op One Hundred” Campaign. Mike’s alma mater, Drexel University, located in Philadelphia, Pa., sat down with him to learn more about his journey—from his first steps
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN | Modjeski and Masters will be attending the AREMA 2019 Annual Conference in conjunction with Railway Interchange at the Minneapolis Convention Center. On-site M&M representatives include: Kevin Johns, Buck Ouyang, Rich Jackson, Aaron Kober, Matt Miller, and Dan Irwin. M&M's Matt Miller will also be presenting on Union Pacific Railroad’s …
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RALEIGH, NC | As part of a strategic initiative to expand our movable bridge expertise in North Carolina and the Southeast region, the M&M Board of Directors and the Movable Bridge Business Unit are pleased to announce that the following Mechanicsburg, PA staff recently relocated to the Raleigh, NC office
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced its selection for the Delaware Memorial Bridge Protection System contract with the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA). As the prime consultant for this contract, Modjeski and Masters will design a
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters is proud to announce its recent selection for five projects in Michigan, including four projects with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). Modjeski and Masters was selected by MDOT for two bridge rehabilitation projects, one for the Charlevoix Bascule Bridge and a second for the Grand Haven Bri…
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EDWARDSVILLE, IL | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce that Jerilyn Hassard, PE, SE, of M&M’s Edwardsville, IL office, has received the 2019 “Innovative Transportation Award” from the WTS St. Louis Chapter! The award salutes an innovative transportation project led by a woman. Jerilyn received the award in recognition of her work on the …
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ST. LOUIS, MO | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the relocation of our regional office in St. Louis, MO! The office relocation highlights our firm’s continued commitment to our clients in Missouri and the surrounding region. Our St. Louis, MO regional office, in tandem with our Edwardsville, IL office, serves public and private client…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Looking at what got us to where we are today, we felt that we needed a bold acknowledgement of the company's industry leadership. We are proud to announce our new brand tagline that reflects the unique qualities that differentiate Modjeski and Masters: Experienced. Innovative. Trusted
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a bridge engineering firm responsible for the design of many of our nation’s iconic bridges, recently announced the promotion of five of its employees: Buck Ouyang, PE has been promoted to Vice President; Lee Lentz, PE, Blaise Blabac, PE, and Cullen Ledet, PE have been promoted to Se…
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LITTLETON, CO | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the full integration of Summit Engineering Group. Modjeski and Masters first acquired Summit Engineering Group in August 2015. The firm’s specialty in concrete bridge design and construction has enhance…
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AUSTIN, TX | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in Austin, TX! The office is the firm’s first office in the state, and its 12th location nationwide. This highlights the firm’s continued growth, as well as its dedication to growing in this particular region.
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ORLANDO, FL | Modjeski and Masters will attend and exhibit at the Heavy Movable Structures (HMS) 2018 Biennial Movable Bridge Symposium October 22-25 at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. Our booth number is 213
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CHARLESTON, WV | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the relocation and expansion of our regional office in Charleston, WV! The office relocation highlights our firm’s continued growth, as well as its dedication to this particular region
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MOUNT LAUREL, NJ | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, was awarded a task order contract for Bridge and Railway Engineering with NJ TRANSIT
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PHILADELPHIA, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced its selection for the 2018 Biennial Inspection of the Benjamin Franklin Bridge from the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA). This historic structure features a 1,750 ft. main suspended span and is over 9,500 ft. in total length
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WASHINGTON, DC | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced its selection for the Citywide Consultant Bridge Inspection contract with the District Department of Transportation (DDOT)
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters today announced its selection for the Statewide Movable Bridge contract with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). As the prime consultant on this contract, Modjeski and Masters will perform as-needed detailed structural, mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic inspections of movable bridges across the state of Michigan.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters announced the promotion of four of its employees: Michael Britt, PE has been promoted to Chief Executive Officer (in addition to his role as President); Quentin Johnson, PE has been promoted to Vice President; and Thomas Cole, PE, and Thomas Rogers, PE have been promoted to Associate. Th…
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Modjeski and Masters Inc., one of the world’s leading bridge engineering firms, is celebrating a milestone 125th anniversary this year. As an employee-owned company, Modjeski and Masters is a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures. The firm primarily serves st…
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POUGHKEEPSIE, NY | After more than 40 years of experience in bridge engineering and project management with Modjeski and Masters, Barney T. Martin, Jr., PhD, PE, a graduate of Louisiana State University and Tulane University, has announced his retirement from his position as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Since joining Modjeski and Masters in 1976 as a design engine…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters has been selected as a sub-consultant to Collins Engineers, Inc. for the Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract from the Eastern Federal Lands Highway Division (EFLHD) of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | M&M was recently selected for the AASHTO LRFD Movable Highway Bridge Design Specifications research project from the Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies under the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP). The Movable Bridge Business Unit at M&M will lead a team of experts that include Professor A…
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JACKSONVILLE, FL | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. is pleased to announce that the $67 Million I-95/J.T. Butler Boulevard Interchange project was recently completed. Governor Rick Scott said "Thanks to our commitment to making record transportation investments, critical projects like this will help ensure Florida’s transportation infrastructure remains a national leader for generations to …
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the start of construction on the new I-74 bridges connecting the Quad Cities region across the Mississippi River
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters has been selected as prime consultant by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) for the anchor link and gusset plate replacement on the first Blue Water Bridge
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WEST SACRAMENTO, CA | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced its selection as a sub-consultant to Mark Thomas & Company for the new Broadway Bridge connecting
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PORTAGEVILLE, NY | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced the start of steel construction on the main arch span of the Portageville Bridge across the Genesee River in Letchworth
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) recently provided engineering assistance for emergency repairs needed on the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission’s (PTC) Delaware River Bridge
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RALEIGH, NC | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M), a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced its selection for two projects with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a bridge engineering firm responsible for the design of many of our nation’s iconic bridges, recently announced the promotion of six of its employees. Ralph Eppehimer, PE has been promoted to Vice President. The following individuals have been promoted to
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M), welcomed Michael F. Britt as company President on January 1, 2017. As President, Britt is tasked with safeguarding long-term success, guiding complex infrastructure projects at both a managerial and technical level while establishing strategic partnerships
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LITTLETON, CO | Advancements in bridge design technology often take a long time for implementation and wide acceptance. After all, if a ‘tried-and-true’ technique has been proven to work, why change? However, when new techniques can be applied that not only save time and money, but accelerate project efficiency, such techniques need to …
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POUGHKEEPSIE, NY | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) has been selected for the New York State Bridge Authority’s (NYSBA) General Consulting and Inspection Services contract. M&M will perform bridge maintenance inspections and related work for the bridges under the jurisdiction of NYSBA for three years with an option to renew for three additiona…
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NEW ORLEANS, LA | It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Donald F. Sorgenfrei, former Senior Vice President of Modjeski and Masters and Principal in charge of the New Orleans Office. Don has been a leader, mentor and friend, and has had a big impact on many of us and o…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | M&M was recently awarded two separate research projects from the Transportation Research Board (TRB) of the National Academies under the National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP)
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ST. LOUIS, MO | Modjeski and Masters has been selected to perform engineering services required for the rehabilitation and replacement of the oldest portions of the Union Station Tunnel in St. Louis, Mo. The work will help to maintain a viable alignment for Bi-State Development’s MetroLink commuter rail services and provide continued a…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a nationwide leader in the design, inspection, and rehabilitation of all bridge types, including long-span and movable structures, today announced that Michael F. Britt will take over the role of President, effective January 1, 2017
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Bridge engineering firm Modjeski and Masters today announced the winner of the Ralph Modjeski Award for Excellence in Transportation Design, Preservation and Archaeology. Michael Britt, senior vice president and director of business development at Modjeski and Masters, presented the Award to Nate Clark and Brian Yedinak at the 2016 Pennsylvan…
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TAMPA, FL – M&M will attend the Heavy Movable Structures, Inc. (HMS) 16th Biennial Movable Bridge Symposium, September 19-22 in Tampa, FL
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters (M&M) has been selected to perform engineering services necessary for the rehabilitation of two bascule bridges crossing the St. Joseph River in southwest Michigan
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | We live and work in an era of “do more with less.” While state and federal transportation funds remain at a premium, roadways, bridges and other critical infrastructure continue to age. Growing population trends and the constant affects of Mother Nature exact a heavy toll on these systems.
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | We are pleased to announce that new spliced post-tensioned concrete U-girder standards, which we helped develop, are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)
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RALEIGH, NC | Modjeski and Masters is pleased to announce the opening of our new office in Raleigh, NC!
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) has again been ranked for the on the recently published Engineering News Record (ENR) TOP 500 Design Firm’s List for 2016
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters announced today that it will provide rehabilitation engineering to key portions of the Livingston Avenue Railroad Bridge in Albany, N.Y. This work is intended to extend the useful life of the bridge’s electrical and mechanical systems by 10 years and increase its reliability for both freight and pa…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Last fall, Modjeski and Masters did something unprecedented. For the first time in the firm’s 123 years, we acquired another company, Summit Engineering Group. This was a strategic investment to expand our bridge services and areas of expertise that would directly and immediately benefit our clients
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | M&M will attend the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) Design-Build in Transportation Conference, April 18-20 in Charlotte, N.C. The conference will include educational programs and networking events designed to showcase how design-build can save time, control costs, and increase the quality of the nation’s transportation projects
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PHILADELPHIA, PA | Modjeski and Masters will lead a team providing design services to the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA) for the inspection and rehabilitation of the Commodore Barry Bridge. The project includes the substructure, miscellaneous superstructure elements and proactive health monitoring of the bridge
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | With federal and state transportation funds at a premium, project owners are growing more cost conscious. As a result, they are frequently turning to design plans and construction methods that are highly efficient and cost effective
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PHILADELPHIA, PA | Modjeski and Masters will conduct a full hands-on inspection of the Walt Whitman Bridge facility for the Delaware River Port Authority (DRPA). The inspection will examine portions of the main bridge and the Pennsylvania and New Jersey approach
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) has restarted design work for a new cable-stayed bridge across the Monongahela River. The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) initiated the project as part of the Mon-Fayette Expressway expansion. The initial design phase will be completed within 15 months, although a date for completion of final…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a bridge engineering firm responsible for the design of many of our nation’s iconic bridges, recently announced the promotion of six of its employees. Aaron Kober, PE, SE; Christopher Smith, PE; Daniel McCaffrey, PE; Adrienne Crider, PE; Lawrence Toups, IV, PE; and
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NEW ORLEANS, LA | It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. William B. Conway, Chairman Emeritus and past President and CEO of Modjeski and Masters
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) selected Modjeski and Masters to inspect multiple bridges under RITBA jurisdiction
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters will attend and exhibit at the 2015 APC/PennDOT Fall Seminar November 18-20 at the Hershey Lodge & Convention Center
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PORTAGEVILLE, NY | On Wednesday, Oct. 27, Modjeski and Masters participated in a groundbreaking for the new Portageville Arch Railroad Bridge. Also in attendance were Norfolk Southern Chairman and CEO Jim Squires and New York State Department of Transportation
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DETROIT, MI | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M), consulting engineers for the Detroit International Bridge Company (DIBC), is proud of our long-term relationship with the Ambassador Bridge
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Every day, Modjeski and Masters’ excellent engineers find new and better ways to best serve our clients and to improve the nation’s infrastructure. As we’ve grown over the past 122 years, we’ve brought on new talent to help expand our offerings and areas of expertise. Today, Modjeski and Masters takes th…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) announced today it acquired the structural engineering firm Summit Engineering Group, Inc. (Summit). Summit specializes in segmental concrete bridge design and construction and has extensive expertise partnering with contracting firms. These skills will enhance M&M's ability to better serve its clients and strengthen the nati…
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ELIZABETH CITY, NC | In a ribbon cutting ceremony held Friday, May, 15, the North Carolina Department of Transportation, along with Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) and Archer Western Contractors, officially unveiled the new eastbound span of the Pasquotank River Bridge. Located in the heart of Elizabeth City, N.C., the bridge carries US 158, automotive, bicycle and pedestrian traffic over the Pasquot…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, Inc. (M&M) has come in at #260 on the recently published Engineering News Record (ENR) TOP 500 Design Firm’s List for 2015. M&M moved up 50 spots in the rankings by comparison to last year. The list, which is published annually in April, ranks the 500 largest U.S…
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Since its construction in 1929, Modjeski and Masters has been deeply involved with the Ambassador Bridge. Ralph Modjeski, the firm’s founder, was the bridge owner’s consulting engineer. He oversaw design and construction of, what was at the time, the world’s longest suspended span
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Freight railroads are an important yet often overlooked part of America’s infrastructure. In the United States, it’s a close to $70 Billion industry that employs around 176,000 people. Every year, around 30 million cars haul 1.9 billion tons of freight across 140,000 miles of track
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MECHANICSBURG, PA | Modjeski and Masters, a bridge engineering firm responsible for the design of many of our nation’s iconic bridges, recently announced the promotion of four of its employees. Cullen Ledet, PE, Stacey Carr, PE, Joe Strenkowski, PE have been promoted to Associate and Mike Januszkiewicz, PE has been promoted to Senior …
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