Post Oak Blvd. Dedicated Bus Lanes

Ardurra served as lead engineer for Houston's $200 million Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) program, encompassing planning, design, construction, and operations of the city's first BRT system and Transit Center. The project required comprehensive feasibility studies, preparation of planning documents, and federal grant acquisition to support this groundbreaking transit infrastructure development.

As lead engineer, Ardurra managed eight design consulting firms while coordinating extensive multi-agency collaboration with FHWA, FTA, HGAC, METRO, TxDOT, the City of Houston, HCTRA, HCFCD, and the City of Bellaire.

Key Program Management Services:

• Led $200 million BRT program, managing eight design firms for Houston's first Bus Rapid Transit system and Transit Center

• Conducted comprehensive feasibility studies and prepared planning documents supporting federal grant acquisition for an ambitious transit project

• Managed complex construction packaging with early package delivery in August 2015 and major packages following in spring 2016

• Coordinated extensive multi-agency collaboration with FHWA, FTA, HGAC, METRO, TxDOT, and multiple municipal jurisdictions

• Comprehensive project standards developed through design workshops and SharePoint document control systems

• Oversaw utility relocations and permitting with hydraulic analysis, storm sewer upgrades, and grade separation design

• Managed SCADA and communications requirements supporting advanced transit operations and system integration

The BRT program delivery establishes Houston as a leader in innovative transit solutions while demonstrating exceptional program management capabilities. Strategic multi-agency coordination and design management enabled efficient project delivery, supporting the enhancement of regional mobility and sustainable transportation development throughout the Houston metropolitan area.