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Planning | Project & Construction Management | Structural, Civil & Traffic Engineering
DATE:
29 June 2023
TRANSMITTAL TO:
Ms. Susan Kunz, Administrator
Housing and Community Development
County of Hawaii
1990 Kinoole Street, Suite 102
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
VIA EMAIL TO:
ohcd@hawaiicounty.com
SUBJECT:
OH.4) COMMUNITY PLANNING
(Environmental Assessment)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
TRANSMITTAL:
Statement of Qualifications (pdf copy)
MESSAGE:
Dear Members of the Selection Committee:
In response to the 1 June 2023 “Notice to Providers of Professional Services” announcement
posted on the State of Hawaii Procurement website, SSFM International, Inc. (SSFM) is very
pleased to present this letter of interest and our Statement of Qualifications for Environmental
Assessment services.
Your consideration of SSFM with our carefully selected Project Team for your Fiscal Year 2023-
2024 project will be greatly appreciated.
SSFM INTERNATIONAL, INC. SSFM INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Michael P. Matsumoto, P.E., FACEC
President / CEO
Austen Drake, P.E.
Manager, Hilo Office
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Housing and Community Development
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
OH.4) Community Planning
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
29 June 2023
SUBMITTED TO:
Ms. Susan Kunz, Administrator
Housing and Community Development
County of Hawaii
1990 Kinoole Street, Suite 102
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
VIA EMAIL:
ohcd@hawaiicounty.com
SUBMITTED BY:
SSFM International, Inc.
99 Aupuni Street, Suite 202
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
(808) 933-2727
www.ssfm.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Expression of Interest
2. Name of Firm, Principal Place of Business, and Location of All
Offices
3. Age of the Firm and Average Number of Employees Over the Past
Five Years
4. Education, Training, and Qualifications of Key Members of the Firm
5. List of Recent Projects
6. Names and Phone Number of Up to Five Clients Who May be
Contacted
7. Other Pertinent Information
Qualifications and Experience
Performance Awards and Commendation Letters
County of Hawaii
Housing and Community Development
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
#1:
Expression of Interest Letter
OH.4) COMMUNITY PLANNING
(Environmental Assessment)
99 Aupuni Street | Suite 202 | Hilo, Hawaii 96720 | Tel 808.933.2727 | Fax 855.329.7736 | www.ssfm.com
Planning | Project & Construction Management | Structural, Civil & Traffic Engineering
LETTER OF INTEREST
29 June 2023
Ms. Susan Kunz, Administrator
Housing and Community Development
County of Hawaii
1990 Kinoole Street, Suite 102
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Subject: OH.4) Community Planning
(ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
In response to the 1 June 2023 “Notice to Providers of Professional Services” announcement
posted on the State of Hawaii Procurement website, SSFM International, Inc. (SSFM) is very
pleased to present this letter of interest and our Statement of Qualifications for Environmental
Assessment services.
SSFM has a demonstrated track record of successful projects with the County of Hawaii and we
view our relationship as a long term partnership. We wish to continue to be a part of the
programs and projects of your Department. We have extensive experience with the preparation
of environmental assessments in Hawaii. In addition, our experience with environmental
assessment preparation will be a proven asset to assignment within your Department.
Your consideration of SSFM for your Fiscal Year 2023-2024 projects will be greatly
appreciated.
With warmest regards,
SSFM INTERNATIONAL, INC. SSFM INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Hugh Y. Ono, P.E.
Vice President
email: hono@ssfm.com
Austen Drake, P.E.
Manager, Hilo Office
email: adrake@ssfm.com
County of Hawaii
Housing and Community Development
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
#2:
Name of Firm, Principal Place of
Business, & Location of All Offices
OH.4) COMMUNITY PLANNING
(Environmental Assessment)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
OH.4) Community Planning (ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT)
NAME OF FIRM, PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS & OFFICE LOCATIONS
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Name of Firm SSFM International, Inc.
Main Office Iwilei Business Center
501 Sumner Street, Suite 620
Honolulu, Hawaii 96817
Phone: (808) 531-1308
Fax: (808) 521-7348
Email: mmatsumoto@ssfm.com
Offices Maui Office
82 Pulehu Place, Suite 201
Kahului, Hawaii 96732
Phone: (808) 244-7630
Fax: (855) 329-7736
Email: ematsuda@ssfm.com
Manila Office
78 8th Avenue, 4th Floor
Cubao, Quezon City 1109
Philippines
Phone: +63 (2) 911-9270
Email: jmorales@ssfm.com
Kauai Office
3215 Kuhio Highway, Unit 106
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
Phone: (808) 245-3075
Fax: (855) 329-7736
Email: ggokan@ssfm.com
Okinawa Office
Sunflower Bldg. #201
2-19-9 Chatan, Chatan-cho,
Nakagami-gun
Okinawa 904-0116, Japan
Phone: +81 (98) 923-4471
Email: mmatsumoto@ssfm.com
Hilo Office
99 Aupuni Street, Suite 202
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Phone: (808) 933-2727
Fax: (855) 329-7736
Email: adrake@ssfm.com
Guam Office
Ixora Industrial Park
215 Rojas Street, Suite 213
Harmon, Guam 96913
Phone: (671) 646-7736
Fax: (855) 329-7736
Email: jduenas@ssfm.com
SSFM’s Core
Services
Program Management
Project Management
Community Planning
Master Planning
Special Area Studies for
Complete Streets
Environmental Assessments
& Impact Statements
Construction Management
Civil Engineering
Traffic Engineering
Structural Engineering
Special Inspections
GIS Programming
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County of Hawaii
Housing and Community Development
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
#3:
Age of Firm & Average Number of
Employees Over the Past 5 Years
OH.4) COMMUNITY PLANNING
(Environmental Assessment)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
OH.4) Community Planning (ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT)
AGE OF FIRM & AVERAGE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
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AGE OF FIRM
We have been in
business in the State
of Hawaii for over 64
years.
SSFM International, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company founded in
1959 currently providing professional project management, planning, civil
engineering, structural engineering, and construction management services
in the State of Hawaii and the Pacific Region.
AVERAGE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES
FOR THE LAST 5 YEARS
NUMBER OF
YEAR EMPLOYEES
2022 197
2021 204
2020 206
2019 190
2018 188
Total 985
Average 985/5 = 197 employees per year
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County of Hawaii
Housing and Community Development
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
#4:
Education, Training, & Qualifications of
Key Members of the Firm
OH.4) COMMUNITY PLANNING
(Environmental Assessment)
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
OH.4) Community Planning (ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT)
EDUCATION, TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS OF KEY MEMBERS
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EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering,
University of Hawaii
(1965)
REGISTRATION
Hawaii, Civil
Engineering #2652-C
Hugh Y. Ono, P.E.
Vice President | Associate
Mr. Ono is the Vice President in charge of SSFM’s Hawaii Island Office. In
this role, he serves as the principal point-of-contact for SSFM's Hawaii Island
clients, and provides project management services on specific projects. He
maintains a close relationship with all government agencies on the Island of
Hawaii and serves as a member of SSFM’s government affairs group.
PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE
Department of Transportation, Highways Division, State of Hawaii (January
1996 through December 1998), Division Administrator. Directed the
administration and operations of the Highways Division including Engineering,
Construction, Maintenance, Administration, Property Management, Traffic
Operations, and Motor Carrier Safety. Resources included: 1000 employees,
$160 million operating budget, and $400 million Capital Improvement Budget.
Key accomplishments included the following:
Initiated Hawaii’s first moveable barrier Zipper lane project on the
island of Oahu.
Initiated Hawaii’s Highway Intelligent Transportation System project.
Directed the statewide training and design workshop for staff
engineers from State, County and private sector to include an
instruction manual.
Completed and dedicated the H-3 new Interstate Highway within the
funding allocated and on time.
Completed the Kalanianaole Highway Improvements, a project with
much delay and political problems.
Department of Transportation, Highways Division, Hawaii District, State of
Hawaii (1990 to 1995), District Engineer. Directed the operations of 130
personnel and a $9-million budget on the Island of Hawaii to include:
Engineering, Traffic Operations, Maintenance, Capital Improvements, Motor
Vehicle Carrier Safety and Administration.
Department of Public Works, County of Hawaii (1984 to 1990), Chief Engineer
(Director). Directed and administered the activities of seven (7) divisions,
including Engineering, Buildings, Wastewater, Solidwaste, Traffic, Automotive,
and Highway Maintenance. This Department included a total of 400
employees with a $30-million budget. Introduced and initiated Maintenance
Managements Systems in Wastewater, Solidwaste and Highway Maintenance
operations.
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EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering,
University of Texas at
Arlington, 2003
REGISTRATION
Hawaii, Civil
Engineering #C-13059,
2008
Texas, Professional
Engineer #100187, 2007
Austen Drake, P.E.
Civil Engineer | Associate | Manager, Hilo Office
Mr. Drake is the Manager and Lead Civil Engineer in SSFM’s Hilo Office. He
is a Project Engineer responsible for planning and design for a wide variety of
civil engineering projects on the Island of Hawaii and other geographic areas
where SSFM currently provides planning and engineering services.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Project Engineer for the West Hawaii Civic Center project. This was a design-
build project for a new Civic Center consisting of eight (8) office buildings and
one (1) parking garage on the 7 acre parcel located at the corner of
Kealakehe Parkway and Ane Keohokalole Parkway in Kailua-Kona Hawaii.
Estimated construction cost $52 million.
Māmalahoa Highway Bypass Road and Nāpōʻopoʻo Road Māmalahoa
Highway Intersection Improvements. Project Manager. SSFM provided Civil
Engineering services to revise, update, and repackage the previously
approved Plans, Specifications and estimates (PS&E) for the portion of the
Māmalahoa Highway Bypass from Halekii to Nāpō‘opo‘o, as well as the
Nāpō‘opo‘o Intersection PS&E. The Māmalahoa Highway Bypass work
included updating the topographic survey for construction previously
performed, updating earthwork quantities, revising drainage details, adding an
alternative pavement section for concrete, and adding additional
improvements to accommodate property owners. The Nāpō‘opo‘o Intersection
work included that above in addition to revising the intersection geometry to
increase left turn storage. Estimated construction cost $25.5 million.
Kapi‘olani Street Extension, Lanikaula Street to Mohouli Street. Hilo, Hawaii.
Project Manager. SSFM provided Environmental Documentation, Preliminary
Planning and Design, and Final Design services. The Project consists of
extending the existing Kapi‘olani Street from Mohouli Street to Lanikaula
Street. Project deliverables include an Environmental Assessment,
Preliminary Engineering Reports and Plans, and Construction Drawings.
Estimated construction cost $13 million.
Keahuolu Phase 0 Roadway and Promenade Design. Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
Project Manager and Lead Civil Engineer. SSFM provided Environmental
Documentation and Design services. Phase 0 of the project provides a new
roadway, three new entrances to Kailua District Park, and a pedestrian and
bike promenade. The improvements support the Kailua District Park and the
Queen Lili‘uokalani Trust Master Plans and include new pavements, raised
sidewalks, shared use path, drainage improvements, intersection
improvements, street lighting, landscaping, and new utility lines. Estimated
construction cost $5 million.
Kohala Ranch Community Association Pavement Assessment. Kohala,
Hawaii. Project Manager/Project Engineer. SSFM performed a pavement
inventory and provided pavement preservation plan recommendations. The
Project consists of inventorying approximately 22 miles of roadway, identifying
candidates for pavement preservation, evaluating treatment options and
providing opinion of probable costs for various options. Estimated construction
cost $500,000
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AREAS OF SPECIAL
COMPETENCE
Project Management
Community Relations
and Outreach
Communications
Jo-Anna Herkes
Senior Project Manager
Ms. Herkes is A Business Development Leader for Hawaii Island. She also
serves as a Senior Project Manager on a wide cross section of projects for
private corporations and public agencies. Ms. Herkes has over 35 years of
professional experience in corporate management and fund raising,
development of community relations and outreach programs, project liaison to
community organizations, community leaders, neighborhood boards, business
organizations, individual organizations and stakeholders.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Project Manager for Primary Corridor Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) FEIS
Preliminary Engineering Design, Honolulu, Hawaii. Project included the
preliminary engineering for the In-Town route over 13 miles of road in
Honolulu. The total construction cost for this project is at $356 million.
Community Outreach for Keaau-Pahoa Road Improvements project on the
island of Hawaii. The State Department of Transportation (DOT), has
proposed this project to address the heavy traffic congestion which currently
occurs along the corridor between Keaau and Pahoa. Project included
preparation of an Environmental Assessment report in compliance with NEPA
and Title 11, Chapter 200, HRS for the widening and improvement of the
existing highway. Length of the Highway study area approximately 10.5 miles.
Community Outreach for the Paia Bypass project on the island of Hawaii. The
State Department of Transportation (DOT) in association with the Federal
Highways Administration (FHWA), are proposing Highway Improvements and
Alternate Road to serve the Paia community.
Project Trainer for the Emergency Response Plan, Department of Water,
County of Kauai, Hawaii. This project involved the preparation of an
Emergency Response Plan pursuant to the Public Health Security and
Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response Act of 2002. The total project cost
of $142,875.
Project Manager for the Sandwich Isles Communications Fiber Optic Ductline
project. This project involves the design and construction of approximately
325 miles of fiber optic ductlines connecting Hawaiian Homelands throughout
the State. Major responsibility for plan approval and permtting process with
State, County and Federal regulatory agencies is a essential and crucial
component with meeting construction schedule. The total construction cost of
this project is estimated at $700 million.
Project Manager for the State of Hawai‘i, Department of Education’s Whole
School Classroom Renovation for Hawai‘i schools, including Kea‘au Middle,
Waiākea High, Hilo Union, Hilo Intermediate, Haaheo Elementary,
Lāupahoehoe High & Elementary, Honoka‘a Elementary, and Kohala Middle.
The projects typically involve interior and exterior painting; replacement of
flooring, windows and doors; replacement of marker boards and tack boards;
miscellaneous carpentry repairs; restoration of restrooms. $17.7M
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EDUCATION
B.S., Civil
Engineering,
University of Hawaii
at Manoa, Hawaii,
2005
M.S., Civil
Engineering
(Structures),
University of Hawaii
at Manoa, Hawaii,
2007
REGISTRATION
Hawaii, Structural & Civil
Engineering #14567-
S&C
Guam, Civil
Engineering, #2068
Guam, Structural
Engineering, #2107
LEED Accredited
Professional, USGBC,
2009
FHWA-NHI Safety
Inspection of In-Service
Bridges Certification,
2011
Renee Ishisaka, P.E., S.E., LEED AP
Structural & Civil Engineer | Associate
Ms. Ishisaka is an experienced structural & civil engineer with experience in a
wide variety of both design and construction projects. Projects have involved
reinforced, prestressed and post-tensioned concrete; structural steel;
masonry; and timber construction. She has extensive experience with the
following types of projects: Hospitals, Department of Defense projects, airport
facilities, commercial/office buildings, residential buildings, educational
facilities, and hotels.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Construction Management and Construction Support Services for Hawaii Belt
Road Rehabilitation of Umauma Stream Bridge. Hilo, Hawaii. Project
Engineer/Project Inspector. SSFM provided construction management and
support services to assist the Hawaii State Department of Transportation's
Highway Division for this project which included but is not limited to
construction of concrete piers and foundation, modifying of existing concrete
abutments and wingwalls, replacement of steel girders and concrete bridge
deck, and construction of concrete bridge railings, metal approach guardrails,
and A.C. pavement approaches. Umauma bridge is a 110’ tall steel girder and
trestle bridge, constructed around 1912 and widened in the mid-1950s, and
subject to historical requirements by the State Historic Preservation Division.
Estimated construction cost $35.8 million.
Construction Management and Construction Support Services for Hawai‘i Belt
Road Repairs to Umauma Bridge Steel Members. Hilo, Hawaii. Project
Engineer. SSFM provided construction administrative services to assist the
Hawaii State Department of Transportation's Highway Division in construction
management and support services for this project which included repairs to
various steel members for Umauma Stream Bridge towers due to corrosion
damage. Umauma bridge is a 110’ tall steel girder and trestle bridge,
constructed in 1912 and widened in the mid-1950s, and subject to historical
requirements by the State Historic Preservation Division. Repairs included
replacing corroded rivets and members, repairing holes in steel members,
repairing anchorages to the concrete foundations and strengthening existing
angle members. $3.7 million.
Kapi‘olani Street Extension, Lanikaula Street to Mohouli Street. Hilo, Hawaii.
Design Engineer. SSFM provided Environmental Documentation, Preliminary
Planning and Design, and Final Design services. The Project consists of
extending the existing Kapi‘olani Street from Mohouli Street to Lanikaula
Street. Project deliverables include an Environmental Assessment,
Preliminary Engineering Reports and Plans, and Construction Drawings.
Engineering services include design of new roadway section and existing
intersection improvements, grading and drainage improvements, utility
relocation, traffic signal systems, retaining walls, property/driveway tie-ins and
concrete work such as curb, gutter, side walk and a bridge across Waiakea
Stream. Estimated construction cost $13 million.
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EDUCATION
B.S., Aerospace
Engineering, University
of Southern California
(May 2002)
REGISTRATION
Hawaii, Civil
Engineering #13480-C
Certified Project
Management
Professional, 2007
Robyn Ito, P.E., PMP
Civil Engineer
Ms. Ito is currently a Project Engineer assigned to SSFM’s Hilo Engineering
Group. In this position, she currently performs planning and design for a wide
variety of project management and civil engineering assignments.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Stadium TCLP Testing, Honolulu, Hawaii. Project Manager. Environmental
services including collecting renovation-specific toxicity characteristic leaching
procedure (TCLP) analysis of the projected waste stream for the metal roof
decking at Aloha Stadium.
Puainako Street Widening, Hilo, Hawaii. Design Engineer. SSFM provided
Planning and Environmental Documentation as well as Preliminary
Engineering Services for the widening and extension of Puainako Street from
Komohana Street to Kilauea Street. Services included Traffic Impact
Analysis, Hydrology and Hydraulic Engineering, and Civil Engineering.
Improvements include widening the existing two-lane Puainako Street to a
four-lane divided roadway with landscaped median. The widened facility will
include new bike lanes and raised sidewalks for pedestrian access. Estimated
construction cost $60 million.
Keahuolu Phase 0 Roadway and Promenade Design, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
Design Engineer. SSFM provided Environmental Documentation and Design
services. Phase 0 of the project provides a new roadway, three new
entrances to Kailua District Park, and a pedestrian and bike promenade. The
improvements support the Kailua District Park and the Queen Lili‘uokalani
Trust Master Plans and include new pavements, raised sidewalks, shared use
path, drainage improvements, intersection improvements, street lighting,
landscaping, and new utility lines. Estimated construction cost $5 million.
Kamakaeha Avenue, Phase 1A, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Project Engineer.
SSFM provided Subdivision processing and Design services. The
Kamakaeha Avenue extension provides a new roadway to serve the main
entrance of the new Kona Judiciary Complex. Improvements included new
pavement, raised sidewalks, drainage improvements, intersection
improvements, street lighting, landscaping, and utility lines. Estimated
construction cost $3.7 million
Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Phase 2, from Kealakehe Parkway to
Keahole Airport Road, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. Civil Project Engineer. The
project includes engineering and construction services to widen Queen
Kaahumanu Highway from the existing two (2) lanes to a four (4) lane divided
highway. Estimated construction cost $76 million.
Mamalahoa Highway Drainage Improvements, Ka‘u, Hawaii. Project Engineer.
SSFM provided Environmental Documentation, Preliminary Planning and
Design, and Final Design services. The Project consists of raising a section of
the existing highway and installing large concrete box culverts to mitigate
flooding problems that have caused previous road closures. Project
deliverables include an Environmental Assessment, Preliminary Engineering
Reports and Plans, and Construction Drawings. Estimated construction cost
$6 million.
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AREAS OF SPECIAL
COMPETENCE
Project Coordination
Contract Management
Document and File
Management Systems
Office Management
Genevieve Runningwind
Project Coordinator
Ms. Runningwind brings over 20 years of professional administrative
experience and serves as the Office Manager for the SSFM Hilo Office and is
a Senior Project Coordinator for the Project Management and Guam Office
groups for a wide variety of project management, construction management,
planning, and engineering projects. In her role as Project Coordinator, she
manages the documentation and file management for all project activities and
performs the contract and financial management for each project. She
performs research, data coordination, and compilation of information from
source materials and documents for submission to Clients. She also prepares
Fee Proposals, Notice to Consultants, Scopes of Work, Change Orders as
well as reports, submittal packages, project schedules, or other documents as
needed.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Hawaii Belt Road Rehabilitation of Umauma Stream Bridge. Hilo, Hawaii.
Project Coordinator. SSFM provided Construction Management services for
this project which included but is not limited to construction of concrete piers
and foundation, modifying of existing concrete abutments and wing walls,
adding steel girders and concrete deck widening along both sides of the
existing bridge superstructure, and construction of concrete bridge railings,
metal approach guardrails, and A.C. pavement overlay. Estimated
construction cost $30 million.
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, North Hawai‘i Education and Research Center
Phase 1, Honokaa, Hawaii. Project Coordinator. SSFM served as the Project
and Construction Manager for the estimated $3 million renovation of the old
Honoka‘a Hospital into a University outreach and research facility in Honoka‘a,
Hawai‘i.
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo, North Hawai‘i Education and Research Center
Phase 2. Honokaa, Hawaii. Project Coordinator. SSFM is the owner's
representative in the construction of the second phase of this project. The
project consists of the partial demolition of the existing Honoka‘a Hospital and
removal of a portion of the existing wood structure building; construction of a
new two-story building and connecting bridge to the existing facility; and
related site improvements and incidental work as required.
Central Oahu Regional Park Phase 2A/2B. Project Coordinator. Project
involved the construction of softball and baseball fields, archery range, and
professional level tennis complex for a 269,454 acre City and County
Community Park in Waipio.
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo CIP Renovation Projects, Hilo, Hawaii. Project
Coordinator. SSFM is providing Construction Management services for
various Capital Improvement Projects at the University.
Department of Education 2007 Whole School Classroom Renovation Projects
for Haaheo Elementary, Hilo Union Elementary, Honoka‘a Elementary,
Waiakea High Schools, Kealakehe Elementary, Kealakehe Intermediate, and
Kahakai Elementary Schools. Assistant Construction Manager/Inspector for
the renovation project.
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EDUCATION
B.S., Civil Engineering,
University of California
at Los Angeles (1994)
M.S., Structural
Engineering, University
of Hawai‘i (1997)
REGISTRATION
Hawaii, Civil
Engineering #10330-C
(2001)
Certified Project
Management
Professional, PMI, 2003
LEED Accredited
Professional, USBGC,
2006
Corey M. Matsuoka, P.E., PMP, LEED AP
Lead Civil Engineer | Senior Principal
Mr. Matsuoka is the Manager of SSFM’s Engineering Group, including
structural engineers and civil engineers. He also serves as a Senior Project
Manager responsible for the planning and design of architectural and
engineering projects including the preparation of drawings, calculations,
specifications, and cost estimates, and conducting special inspections and
construction observation services. He has extensive experience in projects
involving transportation, commercial/office buildings, residential buildings,
educational facilities, site development and telecommunication projects.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park - Crater Rim Drive, District of Kau, Island of
Hawaii. Project Manager. The project included widening and pulverizing and
repaving of 2.8 miles of the existing roadway. Some of the challenges on the
project included the protection of historic roadway features, endangered
species and archeological artifacts. Estimated construction cost $13 million.
Hawaii National Parks Pavement Preservation project in various National
Parks in Hawaii. Project Manager. The project included assessing pavement
conditions and making pavement preservation recommendations for roadways
and parking lots in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Haleakala National Park,
USS Arizona Memorial, Kaloko-Honokohau National Historic Site, Pu’ukohola
Heiau National Historic Site, and Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historic
Park. Estimated construction cost $5 million.
Saddle Road - West Side Task 15 Bid Package, Waikoloa, Hawaii. Principal-
in-Charge. Project included a new 10 mile alignment of Hawaii State Route
200 / Saddle Road through State and Army land from Pohakuloa Training
Area to Mamalahoa Highway. Estimated construction cost $80 million.
Public Transit Bus Stop Project, Kauai, Hawai‘i. Project Manager. SSFM
provided professional engineering and planning services for the development
of complete contract documents for the design of public forty seven transit bus
stops. Each stop included the design of a shelter, ADA compliant concrete
slab, bench, trash receptacle, bike rack and signage (as space allows).
Estimated construction cost $1,175,000.
Haleakala National Park Pipiwai Trail Improvement in Hana, Maui, Hawaii.
Principal-in-charge. SSFM developed a 30% design for footbridge span
penultimate crossing on the trail before Waimoku Falls, trail terminus, a 1,500
ft boardwalk and for state and country-approved signages and pavement
markings and installed said designs to establish a safe crosswalk between the
trail and Hana Highway. Estimated construction cost $600,000.00.
Maipalaoa Bridge, Mai’ili, Honolulu, Hawaii. Civil Project Engineer. SSFM was
responsible for preparing an environmental assessment, engineering design
and construction drawings for the widening and replacement of Maipalaoa
Bridge. This project was extended to include Maipalaoa Bridge and the area of
Farrington Highway around Maipalaoa Bridge. Civil design involved the
relocation of water and drainage lines/structures, roadway improvements and
erosion control. Structural design involved the replacement of the Maipalaoa
Bridge a pedestrian detour structure. Estimated construction cost $13 million.
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EDUCATION
B.A., Colby College,
(1970)
Masters in City
Planning, Harvard
University (1975)
Ph.D. in Planning,
University of Hawaii
(2009)
REGISTRATION
Fellow, American
Institute of Certified
Planners
Cheryl D. Soon, Ph.D., FAICP
Transportation Practice Leader | Senior Planner
Ms. Cheryl Soon is a senior planner with extensive national and Hawaii
experience in both public and private sectors. Cheryl has a track record for
quality, timeliness, being on-budget, and repeatedly exceeding expectations.
Her work has won several awards and she is distinguished as a Fellow in the
American Institute of Certified Planners, the highest honor available for a
professional planner.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kalanianaole Highway Improvements in Waimānalo, Phase 1, Olomana Golf
Course to Vicinity of Poalima Street, Waimanalo, Honolulu, Hawaii. Planner.
Roadway improvements along this 0.84 mile section includes: field
investigations, coordination with various agencies, preparation of reports and
various analysis, design and public informational meetings. Total estimated
construction cost $9.4M.
Keaau-Pahoa Road Improvements, Keaau to Pahoa, Hawaii. Project Planner
and Manager for the. The Planning component of this project was designated
by HDOT to be conducted under the guidelines of a context sensitive solutions
process, one of the first for the State. Project also includes preparation of an
Environmental Assessment report in compliance with NEPA and Title 11,
Chapter 200, HRS for the widening and improvement of the existing highway.
Length of the highway study area approximately 10.5 miles.
Feasibility Study for a New Mauka Road from Lihue to Hanamaulu on the
Island of Kauai. Project Manager. Tasks included preparing sub area
circulation analysis, functional classification study and alignment options.
Interstate Route H-1 Corridor Study, Island of Oahu. Project Manager.
Identify and assess feasibility of future options to increase capacity, improve
safety and provide for demands. Includes an assessment of parallel and
connecting facilities.
Development of an Outreach and Education Program Plan, State of Hawaii,
Department of Defense. Project Manager. Support to State of Hawaii in its
consultation with national FirstNet system for 800 Mhz communications
spectrum devoted to public safety. Work involves formation of a governance
system, technical systems coordination to assemble assets data, outreach
and education.
Honolulu Complete Streets project. Principal in Charge. Includes preparation
of a Design Standards Manual, implementation of designs for up to twenty
sites, training and outreach.
Hawaii County Complete Streets Program and Downtown Hilo Mobility Study.
Project Manager. Includes preparation of a multi-modal plan for downtown
Hilo with parking, circulation, transit, pedestrian, and bicycle elements. Also
includes preparation of a program and manual to implement the County
Complete Streets Policy. Stakeholder identification and engagement is a
critical element to both parts of this study.
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EDUCATION
B.S., Environmental
Studies, Southern
Oregon University
(2000)
Certificate in Cultural
Resource Management,
Southern Oregon
University (2000)
Master of Arts in
Anthropology, University
of Hawaii (2003)
REGISTRATION
American Planning
Association, American
Institute of Certified
Planners #029129
Melissa May, AICP
Project Planner | Associate
Melissa May is SSFM’s Deputy Manager for our Strategic Services Group and
she is a senior planner with more than a decade of experience in community
and environmental planning in Hawaii. She is passionate about place-making
through community building and improvements to the built environment. Ms.
May has worked on a wide variety of projects for both public and private
sector clients, including long-range community planning, economic
development, renewable energy, endangered species, electric utility projects,
disaster planning, habitat creation, construction monitoring, municipal water
supply, and water quality restoration projects. She is accustomed to
assembling and overseeing teams to develop and execute effective marketing
and engagement campaigns to achieve broad community support. Her
training in anthropology and environmental science inform cultural and
environmental sensitivity in her work. Ms. May’s areas of interest include
economic development, community planning, community engagement, natural
disaster planning, and natural resource management.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kauai General Plan Update. Senior Planner. Currently working with the
County of Kauai as Project Manager to develop the strategy and vision for the
next update of the Kauaʻi General Plan, a forward thinking policy document
that guides the future of the island. This two-year effort involves extensive
stakeholder involvement and community outreach island wide. The public
engagement program utilizes innovative methods of digital engagement, as
well as traditional outreach and engagement.
Downtown Hilo Multimodal Master Plan. Senior Planner. Ms. White
contributed to the development and execution of the stakeholder engagement
program and is currently acting as the lead writer on the Plan. The DHMMP is
aimed at identifying implementing actions to make Downtown Hilo more
walkable, bike-friendly, and vibrant. Ms. White coordinated a stakeholder
advisory group, oversaw seven focus groups with key stakeholders, and
planned and executed a community wide meeting with 200 participants.
Lihue Community Plan. Senior Planner. Worked closely with the County of
Kauai to develop a 20-year plan and vision for the Lihue District of the Island
of Kauai. Facilitated community participation and input through public events,
presentations, and Community Working Group meetings. Developed and
maintained a project website, collateral, and presentations. Served as lead
writer on the Community Plan, procured and supervised graphic design
services on the final product.
State of Hawaii Natural Disaster Economic Recovery Strategy. Project
Manager. Led a team in preparing a strategy to improve small business
continuity planning statewide. The plan was developed with extensive
stakeholder involvement, including a series of small business focus groups, an
Advisory Group comprised of disaster management agencies and experts,
and a statewide survey of small businesses. The scope included pre-disaster
planning through to post-disaster recovery for small businesses, and
recommended measures to be taken by public and private sector entities to
improve small business resilience.
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EDUCATION
Master of Community
and Regional Planning,
University Oregon
Master of Nonprofit
Management, University
Oregon
Bachelor of Spanish
Studies and Geography,
Lancaster University
REGISTRATION
American Planning
Association, American
Institute of Certified
Planners #34116
Oliver Gaskell, AICP
Project Planner
Oliver has over 5 years of experience providing community, transportation and
climate and resilience planning in Hawaii, on the U.S. mainland, and across
the Pacific. He is a systems thinker who is passionate about reaching planning
solutions informed by robust public engagement supported by data analysis.
He has worked with a wide range of clients from small rural communities to
large federal agencies. Through this experience he has developed skills in
geographic information systems, technical writing, graphic design, and virtual
and face-to-face meeting facilitation.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan, Oahu, Hawaii. Planner. SSFM
provided a five-year comprehensive review of the 2011 North Shore
Sustainable Communities Plan. The scope of services consisted of conducting
a scientific survey of a representative cross-section of the region's community
including residents, employees and visitors to the region, to ascertain
concerns, trends, and aspirations of its citizens and visitors, the organization,
implementation, and documentation of the community involvement process,
the establishment of a practical and ongoing method of measuring the
progress of the implementation of the existing Plan's vision, policies and
guidelines, organizing and facilitating the establishment of citizens’ planning
advisory committee, preparation of various reports and recommendations.
Keeaumoku Complete Streets, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii. Planner. Helped with
the redesign of Keeaumoku Street between Wilder Ave and Kapiolani Blvd to
include all modes of travel including protected bike lanes and improved
pedestrian safety. Responsible for design input and community outreach.
Outreach conducted throughout COVID-19 including Online Public Meetings
(utilizing Miro software and Zoom), multiple online design charrettes, and
COVID safe outreach to businesses and users of Keeaumoku Street.
New Facility for the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency at the First
Responder Technology Campus, Mililani, Oahu, Hawaii. Planner. The project
was for a new approximately 100,000 SF facility for the Hawaiii Emergency
Management Agency (HI-EMA) to be located at the proposed First Responder
Technology Campus (FRTC) located in Mililani on the island of Oahu.
Hoala Trail Pavement Markings Design Study, Waipahu, Oahu, Hawaii.
Planner. Conducted design study to develop and site pavement markings
along the Hoala Trail at the Koa Ridge development in Waipahu. Developed
potential designs and researched best practices for pavement marking
locations.
Lower Honoapiilani Highway Complete Streets, Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii.
Planner. SSFM provided civil, structural and traffic engineering design
services, and environmental permitting for the assessment of Lower
Honoapiilani Highway complete streets related requirements and needs.
SSFM conducted outreach with residents and stakeholders and provided final
recommendation on design parameters for the project.
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EDUCATION
B.S., Biology, Southwest
Texas State University
(1998)
Masters of Applied
Geography, New Mexico
State University (2001)
TRAINING &
CONTINUING
EDUCATION
NEPA and HRS 343
Environmental
Reviews
US Army Corps of
Engineers Wetland
Delineation
Wetland Plant
Identification
US Army Corps of
Engineers Section
404 Nationwide
Permitting
Jennifer Scheffel
Senior Environmental Planner
Ms. Scheffel has 15 years of experience in environmental planning and project
management. Experience includes public involvement, environmental
documentation, and permitting for the energy sector (including renewable
energy), transportation and transit, and Department of Defense projects (Air
Force, Navy, and Marines) in Hawaii, Guam, the Commonwealth of Northern
Mariana Islands, and the US mainland. Also experienced with environmental
compliance during design, preconstruction, construction, and post-
construction.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kahekili Highway Improvements Environmental Assessment (EA). Senior
Environmental Planner. Preparation of a Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) 343
and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) compliant EA for
improvements along approximately 3.3 miles of Kahekili Highway from Haiku
Road to the intersection with Kamehameha Highway on Oahu. The project
purpose is to reduce congestion, increase roadway capacity, improve highway
safety, and modernize the existing facility, which is heavily congested during
its peak hours.
Paia Relief Route Project Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Senior
Environmental Planner. Preparation of a HRS 343 and NEPA-compliant EIS
for a new road that would improve safety and provide traffic relief to the town
of Paia, Maui by providing a bypass of the community for through traffic while
enhancing conditions in Paia for visitors to the downtown area. The project
includes an approximately 6.5-mile-long study area from the intersection of
Hana Highway with Haleakala Highway, through the Town of Paia to west of
Maliko Gulch.
Wailuku River Hydroelectric Plants Long-term Water Lease and Waiau Hydro
Plant Repowering EA. Senior Environmental Planner. Preparation of a HRS
343-compliant EA to support Hawaii Electric Light Company’s (HELCO) long-
term water lease application to the Board of Land and Natural Resources
(BLNR). In addition to the long-term water lease, HELCO proposes to repower
the Waiau Hydro Plant in Hilo, Hawaii. Other tasks include managing sub-
consultants conducting Socioeconomic Impact Assessment, Cultural Impact
Assessment, and Stream Habitat Assessment.
Lower Paia Beach Park Parking Lot Design and Permitting. Senior
Environmental Planner. Preparation of an Exemption Declaration under HRS
343 for paving and striping existing gravel parking lot, as well as adding
lighting. Other tasks include preparation of a Special Management Area
(SMA) Assessment application, Shoreline Setback Assessment application,
and managing sub-consultant conducting Archaeological Inventory Survey.
Guam and CNMI Military Relocation (2012 Roadmap Adjustments)
Supplemental EIS/OEIS. Deputy Project Manager. Preparation of a
supplemental EIS under NEPA for the U.S. Marine relocation from Okinawa,
Japan to Guam. Project included analysis of impacts associated with siting of
a main cantonment/family housing area and a live-fire training range complex.
Tasks included management of project scoping, Draft EIS, public hearings,
Final EIS, Record of Decision, and Mitigation and Monitoring Plan.
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EDUCATION
Masters Degree, Urban
& Regional Planning,
University of Hawai‘i at
Manoa, Honolulu,
Hawai‘i
Bachelor of Landscape
Architecture, Beijing
Forestry University,
Beijing, China
Lulu Chun
Project Planner
Ms. Chun is currently a Planner in the Strategic Services Group. In this
position, she currently performs mapping or graphic design using Adobe
suites, ArcGIS, Sketchup or similar computer graphics to support work on
transportation planning, urban design, and traffic engineering projects.
REPRESENTATIVE PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kalaheo Avenue and Kailua Road Intersection Improvements. Planner.
Provided maps and rendering for the proposed intersection improvements.
Project includes the full design of interim improvements to mitigate vehicular
congestion and multi-modal conflicts. Traffic study will include alternative
analysis including roundabout construction including public and stakeholder
outreach.
Complete Streets Implementation Study. Planner. Work included mapping and
providing graphic package to illustrate existing conditions and convey planning
concepts. SSFM is the prime consultant, working with a team of local and
national experts, to assist the City in the implementation of the goals and
requirements of the Complete Streets Ordinance. This project includes the
completion of several inter-related tasks. Primary to this effort was the
creation of the Honolulu Complete Streets Design Manual which was created
with the intent of superseding dated guidelines.
Hawai‘i County Complete Streets Program and Downtown Hilo Mobility Study.
Planner. Work included mapping and providing graphic package to illustrate
existing conditions and convey planning concepts. The Downtown Hilo Multi-
modal Master Plan will establish a community-driven Master Plan for policies,
programs, and projects which will improve overall mobility throughout the
Downtown area and provide multi-modal connections to high activity locations.
Multi-Modal Bike Plan, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawai‘i. Planner. SSFM assisted the
City and County of Honolulu in defining bicycling facility projects that will
integrate multi-modal access and connections to Honolulu rail stations and
other transit facilities. Project included the creation of a Protected Bike Lane
Network plan to be carried through by the City and developers.
Kalanianaole Highway Improvements, Waimanalo, Phase 1. Planner. Field
investigations, preparation of pedestrian origin and destination study,
preparation of graphic package to support traffic analysis resulting in traffic
impact assessment report, transportation management plan and traffic signal
timing for the intersection improvements at Kalanianaole Highway and
Poalima Street in Waimanalo, Oahu. The design incorporates a new roadway
section that will provide eased vehicle congestion while also including
dedicated pedestrian and bicycle facilities, and an equestrian path. Estimated
construction costs $12.0 million.
Nuuanu/Liliha Complete Streets Project, Honolulu, Hawaii. SSFM assisted the
City and County of Honolulu to develop multimodal solutions for Nuuanu
Avenue and Liliha Street in Honolulu. Work included mapping and providing
graphic package to illustrate existing conditions and convey planning
concepts. Additional tasks included preparation for and coordination of public
outreach activities.
County of Hawaii
Housing and Community Development
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Environmental Documentation Experience, including EA & EIS
The following is an abbreviated list of representative projects where SSFM was the Prime Consultant
responsible for the environmental assessment or environmental impact statement preparation. This
listing reflects SSFM’s ability to successfully manage both small and larger complex projects which
require compliance with Chapter 343, Hawaii Revised Statutes {Environmental Assessments and
Environmental Impact Statements}.
EA / EIS PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Lahaina Bypass Southern Terminus Relocation
Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii
SSFM provided civil engineering and transportation planning services
to support the efforts to complete an Environmental Assessment for
the proposed realignment of a section of the Lahaina Bypass. A
Traffic Impact Analysis Report was prepared to analyze the traffic
impacts of the proposed project in the planning years 2020 and 2015
and recommended conceptual designs for five intersections.
Estimated Cost: $94,504 (fees)
Haleiwa Mixed Use Parcel
Tax Map Key 6-2-005: 002
Haleiwa, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM prepared the environmental assessment, traffic impact
analysis report, and traffic impact assessment and evaluation for this
project involving the development of a 7.5-acre parcel, identified as
Tax Map Key (1) 6-2-05: 002 located in Hale‘iwa on the North Shore
of O‘ahu. Work also included preparation of concept level plans for
water and site drainage and preparation of entitlements for rezoning
and state land use district boundary amendment.
Cost: $85,000 (fees)
Waiau Hydro Repowering Project Environmental Assessment
Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM assisted with the application and processing of the application
for one (1) water license for two (2) existing hydropower facilities
issued in accordance with Chapter 171-58HRS, which required
coordination and consultation with both the Department of Land and
Natural Resources and the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands.
Prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) in accordance with
Chapter 343 HRS as required in the application for the water license
with DLNR.
Cost: $288,000 (fees)
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Kalaheo Avenue and Kailua Road Intersection Improvements
Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM provided civil engineering and environmental compliance
services for the redesign of the intersection, known as the Kalapawai
Triangle Park, to function similar to a roundabout intersection, with
new sidewalks, raised medians, new berms and curbs, new asphalt
pavement and new sign posts. SSFM completed the environmental
documentation requirements to comply with HRS Chapter 343 and
Chapter 6E for historic and archaeological approval from the State
Historic Preservation Division. The scope also included public
meetings and community outreach.
Estimated Construction Cost: $460,000
Joint Development for Affordable Rental Housing and Juvenile
Services Center/Shelter, Alder Street, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided project conceptualization, intra-agency facilitation,
environmental documentation and community outreach for the
development of the first mixed used project on State owned land
within the City's TOD. The project is proposed to be a 266,000
SF/19-Story Mixed Use Development that addressed the community’s
need for affordable rental housing and a facility for juvenile services
and a shelter for children at-risk. This urban high-density solution
epitomizes the type of development promoted to support TOD
initiatives and transforms underutilized State land assets into a
vibrant development much needed by the community.
Estimated Construction Cost: $196.3 million (preliminary budget)
Kiewit Precast Yard
Kalaeloa, Kapolei, Hawaii
SSFM prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) to comply with
the Hawaii Revised Statutes (HRS) and Title 11, Chapter 200 of the
Hawai‘i Administrative Rules (HAR) for Kiewit’s temporary use of a
34-acre parcel to serve as a precast yard to fabricate concrete
elements for both the West Oahu/Farrington Highway Guideway and
the Kamehameha Guideway Design-Build Contract segments of the
Honolulu High-Capacity Transit Corridor Project.
SSFM also prepared a Traffic Impact Analysis Report. The study
area included Kalaeloa Boulevard between Malakole Street and
interstate H-1. Three existing intersections with Kalaeloa Boulevard
were studied: Opakapaka Street, Lauwiliwili Street and Kapolei
Parkway.
Estimated Cost: $79,900 (fees)
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Kapi‘olani Street Extension, Lanikāula Street to Mohouli Street
Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM provided planning and design services for the extension of
Kapi’olani Street from Lanikã ula Street to Mohouli Street in Hilo,
Hawaii, including preparation of the environmental assessment,
planning, and preliminary and final engineering plans and reports.
Estimated construction cost $12.0 million
Environmental Assessment (EA) for West Kapolei Regional
Drainage System, Kapolei, Hawaii
SSFM prepared and processed an Environmental Assessment (EA)
for Kapolei West Expansion Area, Kapolei Harbor Side Center, and
Makaiwa Hills. This EA purpose is to disclose the results of technical
studies and overall mitigations currently associated with the entire
Western Kapolei Regional Drainage System project. The information
in this EA will be used as supplement the applications for SMA and
Shoreline Setback Variance (SSV) approvals for applicable sections
of the Regional Drainage System.
Client Contact: Mr. Steve Kelly | (808) 674-3289
Estimated Cost: $52,000 (fees)
Barbers Point Harbor Acquisition Environmental Assessment
Kalaeloa, Kapolei, HI, 96707
SSFM prepared an Environmental Assessment and Finding of No
Significant Impact (FONSI) for the State to acquire lands adjacent to
Kalaeloa Barbers Point Harbor.
The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, Harbors Division
(DOT-HAR), proposed to acquire a 54- acre parcel of land in
Campbell Industrial Park for operational and ancillary uses associated
with Kalaeloa Barbers Point Harbor. The parcel is intended to
support long-term development of the harbor and to ensure that
sufficient area for commercial harbor facilities on O‘ahu is available.
Client Contact: Mr. Dean Watase | (808) 587-1883
Estimated Cost: $54,800 (fees)
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Kalepa Moto-Cross Track, Contract 7734
Kalepa, Kaua‘i, Hawaii
SSFM was responsible for the planning and engineering for a new 18
acre motocross facility in Kalepa on the Island of Kauai. The
proposed recreational motocross park will be located on an
approximately 18-acre parcel of land identified as Tax Map Key
(TMK) (4) 3-9-002: 036. The proposed park is located off Maalo
Road in the Wailua Ahupua‘a at Kālepa, in the Līhu‘e District on the
Island of Kaua‘i. The site is located within the greater 6,700-acre
Kālepa Agricultural Project and is approximately 380-feet above
mean sea level, and is bound to the east by Wailua Falls Road
(Ma‘alo Road), to the south by a cane haul road on Grove Farm
property and to the west and north by undeveloped agricultural lands,
which are currently being used as cattle and horse pasturage.
Services included preparation of an environmental assessment (EA),
entitlement, topographic survey, NPDES permit application, and
technical analysis and alternatives evaluation.
Kahekili Northbound at Ahuimanu Road
Kahekili & Hui Iwa North Intersection
Kahekili Northbound Approach at
Ahaolelo
Kahekili Highway Improvements
Haiku Road to Kamehameha Highway
District of Koolaupoko, Island of Oahu
SSFM is providing transportation project planning and preliminary
engineering services for the re-evaluation of the 1990 FEIS for the
purpose of pursuing and completing the last segment identified in the
1990 FEIS.
This FEIS re-evaluation will include the project planning and
preliminary engineering analysis that includes alternatives analysis for
the entire corridor from Likelike Highway to Kamehameha Highway
with emphasis on the segment from Haiku Road to Kamehameha
Highway.
An extensive public and stakeholder coordination effort will be
required since any proposed projects may have significant social and
economic impacts due to the various uses of Kahekili Highway by its
users. Several communities and businesses on the windward side of
the island utilize this corridor as a pass through highway while the
local communities abutting the corridor use the highway as a local
road. The purpose of this coordination effort will be for the
comprehensive consideration of the public and stakeholders interests
and priorities during this reevaluation process and in the outcome.
The project planning work includes the analysis of consistency and
coordination with relevant planning studies and programs, and the
transportation forecast modeling of the regional roadway network.
The preliminary engineering work includes the traffic engineering
analysis on the proposed alternatives. The engineering analysis work
will include preliminary design, right-of-way assessment, and cost
estimation. The alternative analysis will also apply methods to
consider the federal requirements and policies; HDOT requirements
and policies; all modes of transportation, stakeholders interests and
priorities; and social, economic and environmental impacts.
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Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Facility
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was contracted to prepare and process an environmental
assessment pursuant to Chapter 343, HRS and Title 11, Chapter 200,
HAR for the new athletics facility located on the Makai Campus of UH
Mānoa. SSFM conducted the necessary studies for the
environmental assessment including; gathering and compiling
research for asbestos, lead and arsenic sampling, traffic impact
assessment and coordination with the State Historic Preservation
Division. Estimated construction cost $10.0 million.
West Oahu / Farrington Highway Guideway for the Honolulu
High-Capacity Transit Corridor Project
Island of Oahu, Hawaii
The SSFM Planning Group is responsible for environmental
compliance of this segment of the guideway, the first segment of the
Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor (HHCTC) Project.
Services involved preparing a Design Environmental Compliance
Plan and review of all engineering submittals for conformity with the
HHCTCP FEIS and ROD and historic preservation memorandum of
agreement (MOA).
A key task was the preparation of Environmental Constraint Maps.
This was a geo-referenced database of several hundred mitigation
and permit conditions using ESRI’s GIS platforms, ArcReader and
ArcMap. These ECP maps were a tool that enhanced design
engineers and reviewers to communicate with each other, indentifying
risks and mitigation conditions. The user-friendly format allowed
users to visualize mitigation requirements as they would appear in the
field and then drill down to original source and reference documents.
SSFM is also responsible for all of the at-grade civil engineering,
structural engineering, and permit approvals for this segment of rail
alignment which is being undertaken as a Design-Build
This West O'ahu / Farringlon Highway Guideway Project is the first
segment of the Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor Project. The
guideway alignment is within existing roadway right-of-way whenever
possible to minimize impacts on private properties. The project
includes the design and construct of approximately 7 miles of
guideway, including the associated roadway modifications, utility
relocations, and other infrastructure from the East Kapolei Station,
along North--South Road, across the Ho'opili development, and along
Farrington Highway to a point just east of the Pearl Highlands Station
on Kamehameha Highway.
Design services are expected to be completed in 2011 and
construction in 2013. Construction cost $483 million
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Replacement of Maipalaoa Bridge, Farrington Highway
Oahu, Hawaii; Federal Aid Project No. BR-093-1(21)
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the planning and
design of the replacement of the existing Maipalaoa Bridge in
Waianae. An Environmental Assessment for the project was
prepared and discretionary approvals including a Special
Management Area Use permit, Department of the Army permit,
Stream Channel Alteration Permit and Conservation District Use
approval will be procured. The proposed replacement bridge will be a
four-lane bridge about 78 feet wide by 112 feet long.
Construction Cost: $14.4 million
‘Ewa Makai Middle School
‘Ewa, O‘ahu, Hawai‘i
The State of Hawai‘i, Department of Education is constructing the
new ‘Ewa Makai Middle School in the Leeward District. The school
was designed for sustainability and to meet or exceed the Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver Certification
rating. The single story school design allows for flexible and
sustainable classroom uses within approximately 150,000 square feet
of floor area. SSFM was responsible for the preparation of an
Environmental Assessment in conformance with State regulatory
requirements. Work tasks involved managing sub-consultants to
prepare necessary technical studies, including a Traffic Impact
Analysis Report and Phase II Environmental Site Assessment.
Design and Engineering Services for FY96 MCON P-497, Extend
Ocean Outfall at the Fort Kamehameha Wastewater Treatment
Plant, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the project
management, engineering, trenchless pipeline design, and
preparation of the environmental impact statement (EIS). The project
involves the design of a new sewer outfall 2.4 miles (12,792 feet) long
inclusive of a 656 feet long multi-port diffuser at a depth of -150 feet
for the Navy’s Pearl Harbor Public Work Center, Fort Kamehameha
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The EIS for the Ft. Kamehameha Outfall was developed according to
National Environmental Protection Act (NEPA). Since this project will
occur in the environmentally sensitive shoreline area, extensive
studies were conducted to assess the possible impacts and to
determine mitigation measures as required. About 11 separate
studies were conducted which included feasibility studies for
alternative effluent disposal methods; geotechnical evaluation; study
on birds in the area; survey on ocean activities; dredging turbidity
investigations; effluent plume modeling; study on water quality and
marine community structure; biotic and biological (including
endangered species) assessments in the area; unexploded ordnance
(UXO) assessment; and far field water quality studies.
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Kapaa-Kealia Bike and Pedestrian Path
Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii
Department of Public Works, County of Kaua‘i
Planning Services: Master Planning, Environmental
Assessment, SMA Permit, SSV, CDUA
This Federally funded project involves the construction of a multi-use
path along an approximately 4.3-mile stretch of shoreline from Kapaa
to Kealia. SSFM was responsible for the overall project management
and implementation of this project which includes developing a
master plan for the path and associated recreational amenities,
preparing and processing an Environmental Assessment, and
obtaining SMA, Shoreline Setback Variance, and CDUA land use
permits. The Master Plan development included inventory of
shoreline conditions, conducting several community workshops for
development of path alternatives and amenities, and developing
plans and perspective drawings. Preparation of the EA met both
Federal and State requirements along with conducting technical
analysis, public and agency consultation, and report preparation and
processing. Additional Federal requirements included conducting
Section 106 consultation with Native Hawaiian organizations, the
Kauai/Niihau Islands Burial Council, and the SHPD. Other Federal
compliance included Section 7 consultation efforts with FWS,
Executive Order (EO) 11988 on floodplains, EO 11990 for wetlands,
and Coastal Zone Management Act.
State Civil Defense Diamond Head Radio Master Plan
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
State Department of Defense, Civil Defense
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment, Master
Planning, SMA Permit, CDUA, Special District Permits
SSFM provided Planning services including preparation of a Master
Plan, Environmental Assessment and procurement of discretionary
land use permits for State Civil Defense radio antennas along the rim
of Diamond Head Crater.
The State Civil Defense, Department of Defense is consolidating the
radio antennas presently located along the rim of Diamond Head
Crater to a new site. User groups of these antennas include many
Federal (FAA, FBI, DOD), State (Civil Defense, DOT, etc.), and City
agencies. SSFM was responsible for the overall project management
of this project which included development of a master plan,
Environmental Assessment, and discretionary land use permits.
Master Plan development includes inventory of Diamond Head
Crater, holding meetings with radio users, conducting community
meetings on the development of alternatives for consolidation of
communication equipment and radio antennas, developing plans and
perspective drawings, and GIS data base development.
Discretionary land use permits included a Conservation District Use
Permit, Special Management Area Use Permit, and Special District
Permits.
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Waianae High School Media Center
Waianae, Oahu, Hawaii
Department of Accounting & General Services, State of Hawai‘i
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment, SMA Permit
SSFM was responsible for preparing and processing an
Environmental Assessment and SMA Permit with Waivers with the
City Council. The State DAGS proposed to construct a new state-of-
the-art Media Center building on the Waianae High School campus.
This building will have about 3,500 square feet of space to support
the school’s award winning media program which includes courses for
production of yearbooks, newspapers, video production, radio and
television broadcasting, and community newspapers. Due to lapsing
funds, the EA and SMA permit were successfully completed on an
accelerated schedule, and were one of the quickest approvals
obtained for DAGS projects.
U.S. Department of Agriculture Pacific Basin Agricultural
Research Center
Hilo, Hawaii, Hawaii
U.S. Department of Agriculture
The USDA Agricultural Research Service’s Pacific Basin Agricultural
Research Center (PBARC) is proposing a new research complex to
allow for the consolidation of research programs statewide and
expansion of new research programs. The PBARC complex includes
122,575 sf of floor area for main laboratory and office building,
insectary, quarantine and greenhouse facility. The project also
includes a USDA Forestry Service complex on 5 acres having 30,200
sf of floor area for office, laboratory, field support building, head
house, and shade house. SSFM is responsible for the management,
preparation, and processing of an environmental assessment
meeting both Federal and State requirements for the entire project.
Project team includes several subconsultants to address specific
technical areas. Work included conducting technical analysis, public
and agency consultation, and report preparation and processing.
Managed and conducted Section 106 consultation on the Island of
Hawaii for the USDA ARS. Section 106 efforts included consultation
with Native Hawaiian organizations, consultation with the island Burial
Council, and the SHPD. Compliance with other Federal regulations
included Section 7 consultation efforts with FWS, and compliance
with Executive Order (EO) 11988 on floodplains, EO 11990 for
wetlands, and Coastal Zone Management Act.
Keokea Agricultural Lots, Unit 1
Keokea, Maui, Hawaii
State Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
Prepared an Environmental Assessment for this Agricultural
subdivision consisting of about 71-2 acre lots with 13,650 LF of
interior roads with drainage system, waterlines, water laterals, 11,000
LF of offsite water line, reservoir intersection improvements with a
state road, irrigation system with reservoirs, OH electric and
telephone.
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Kalapana Road Realignment And Resurfacing
Hilo, Hawaii, Hawaii
The County of Hawaii, Department of Public Works is proposing to
realign three sections of Kapoho-Kalapana Beach Road (Highway
137) due to coastal erosion undermining the roadway and wave
inundation during periods of high surf. SSFM was responsible for the
management, preparation, and processing of an environmental
assessment for the project. Work included conducting technical
analysis, public and agency consultation, and report preparation and
processing. Meetings were held with property owners affected by the
project to address their concerns and minimize frontage being lost.
Other consultation efforts included a public informational meeting on
the project. Land use permits for this project included preparation
and processing of a SMA permit.
Waihee Elementary School Playfield Site Assessment Study
Waihee, Maui, Hawaii
State Department of Accounting & General Services
Prime Consultant responsible for the preparation of three alternative
plans to build a new $3.5 million playfield above the existing school
grounds on sloping terrain. A topographical, archaeological, and soils
survey was needed. Work included preparation of an EA/FONSI, and
coordination with County of obtaining necessary land use approvals
(State Special Use Permit).
Sandwich Isles Communications, Inc. Rural Telecommunication
Lines, Statewide
Sandwich Isles Communications, through a USDA Rural Utilities
Service loan program, is installing over 600 miles of underground
fiber optic duct lines within State and County roadways to connect
and serve State DHHL homestead properties statewide. SSFM
provided project management and administration for the
simultaneous preparation and processing of Environmental
Assessments (EA) for each county and prepared construction plans
and specifications for the fiber optic duct lines. The SSFM Project
team included several subconsultants and planning firms from other
islands. Work on the EA’s included conducting technical analysis,
public and agency consultation, and report preparation and
processing. Community consultations included presentations at
several neighborhood boards on the Island of Oahu. SSFM managed
and conducted Section 106 consultation for every county for the
USDA Rural Utilities Service. The successful completion of this
statewide effort resulted in the execution of Memorandum of
Agreements for every island. Section 106 consultation efforts
included consultation with Native Hawaiian organizations from each
island, hearings and consultation with each island Burial Council, and
the SHPD. SSFM also obtained SMA exemptions from various
County Planning Departments for underground fiber optic duct lines,
including clearance from other discretionary permits such as
Conservation District Use Permit, shoreline setback variance, and
COE permit.
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
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Molokai Water System Phase IV Project
Hoolehua, Molokai, Hawaii
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment
Provided planning services for preparation of a State Environmental
Assessment for the replacement of existing water lines, and new fire
hydrants and service laterals. This $1.2 million project was to allow
the development of homestead lots, and to ensure continued service
of potable water to residents of the Palaau-Hoolehua Homestead
area.
Waianae High School Eight-Classroom Building
Waianae, Oahu, Hawai‘i
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment, SMA Permit,
SSV, LUO Waiver
SSFM International prepared and processed an EA meeting State
requirements and conducted technical analysis, public and agency
consultation, and report preparation and processing. Consultation
efforts included presentation before the Waianae Neighborhood
Board. Planning services also included preparation and processing
of a Special Management Area Use Permit, Shoreline Setback
Variance, and Land Use Ordinance Waivers.
Kokoiki 0.10 MG Concrete Reservoir Project
Hawi, North Kohala, Hawaii
Department of Water Supply, County of Hawaii
Project involved the acquisition of land, and construction of a new
concrete 0.10 MG water tank and appurtenances, to minimize water
pressure limitations currently experienced by Department of Water
Supply customers in the Hawi community. The preparation of the
Environmental Assessment was completed in approximately six
months allowing the Department of Water Supply to proceed with the
$300,000 project.
Pahala 0.50 MG Concrete Reservoir Project
Pahala, Kau, Hawaii
Department of Water Supply, County of Hawai‘i
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment
SSFM prepared the Environmental Assessment for the proposed
demolition and removal of a 0.50 MG steel water tank and
construction of a new concrete 0.50 MG water tank. SSFM prepared
the Environmental Assessment for this project in approximately six
months.
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Mohouli Flood Channel Environmental Assessment
Hilo, Hawaii
County of Hawai‘i, Department of Public Works, Hilo, Hawai‘i
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment
SSFM has prepared an Environmental Assessment for the County of
Hawai‘i, Department of Public Works (DPW), Engineering Division.
The County intends to acquire lands for an existing flood channel and
basin serving the Mohouli Housing Project located in the city of Hilo
on the Island of Hawai‘i. This project involves the acquisition of
private properties and easements that presently serve as an unlined
drainageway and detentions area for storm water runoff from the
Mohouli Housing Project.
New 8-Classroom Building at Waianae High School
Waianae, Oahu, Hawaii
Design Partners, Inc., Honolulu, HI
SSFM International prepared and processed an EA meeting State
requirements and conducted technical analysis, public and agency
consultation, and report preparation and processing. Consultation
efforts included presentation before the Waianae Neighborhood
Board. Processing of discretionary land use permits which included a
Special Management Area Use Permit and Waivers from the City’s
zoning code.
The project consists of developing a new single-story building
complex providing eight (8) additional classrooms and accessory
facilities for both teachers and students. This project also involves
modifications to the existing parking lot, and providing additional
paved parking stalls in another area of the campus. Other accessory
improvements include demolishing two existing portables situated on
the site, and creating a fire access lane to provide access to the
makai (shoreline) area of the campus.
Kulaimano Well Development, Phase 1
Pepeekeo, Hawaii
County of Hawaii, Department of Water Supply
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment
SSFM prepared and processed an environmental assessment (EA) in
accordance with State environmental requirements. The EA served
as a NEPA-like document to meet DWSRF requirements. A “Finding
of No Significant Impact” (FONSI) from the County accepting agency
was pursued. This project involves the drilling, testing, and
development of a new well on a 1-acre parcel of land. Future phases
would include development of a new concrete 0.5 MG water tank and
appurtenances. The purpose of this well is to replace the existing
surface water source, and the new reservoir will increase the storage
capacity of the County’s Pepe‘ekeo water system. This project will
improve the system’s water source, service and reliability to residents
of this community.
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Kilauea Elementary School Cafeteria
Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii
The KES campus is a historical site with several buildings designated
as “historical” buildings. The project included construction of a new
cafeteria building and accessories providing necessary facility
improvements serving both students and faculty. This project also
consisted of relocating the existing historical cafeteria to an open
undeveloped site within the campus. Other accessory improvements
included additional parking stalls and a new service road with loading
area to provide operational access to the new cafeteria. SSFM
provided professional planning services for the development of a new
cafeteria, relocation of the existing cafeteria building, and
implementation of accessory improvements at Kilauea Elementary
School. The planning work included an Environmental Assessment,
consultation with the State Historical Preservation Division and the
Kaua‘i Historic Preservation Review Commission.
Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road Improvements
Kea‘au-Pahoa, Puna, Hawaii
Keaau Pahoa Road (Route 130) is the primary route for travel in one
of the fastest growing districts of the state. The State Department of
Transportation Highways Division is planning a highway widening, the
addition of bike and pedestrian facilities, and improvements for safety
throughout the corridor between Keaau Bypass and Pahoa Bypass
on the island of Hawaii. This project addressed heavy congestion and
safety measures in a context sensitive manner.
SSFM was responsible for planning, conceptual engineering,
environmental review, agency coordination and public involvement.
The project proceeded using a Context Sensitive Solutions process
which involved community members, consultants, and HDOT staff in
a series of advisory group sessions where all elements of the project
were discussed and debated. The results brought widespread praise
for the process and outcome by participants as well as the broader
community.
SSFM managed all specialty sub-consultants to ensure accuracy and
quality as well as coordinated and timely results. Major work elements
included developing long range traffic forecasts, conducting traffic
studies, developing and comparing alternatives, developing civil plan
and profile drawings. State and Federal regulations that had to be
complied with included Section 106, consultation with Native
Hawaiian Organizations, Section 7 consultation on threatened and
endangered species, Coastal Zone Management, Title VI
Environmental Justice. SSFM was responsible for writing and
processing the Draft Environmental Assessment, for responding to
comments, and for completing the Final Environmental Assessment
and Finding of No Significant Impact.
Estimated Project Construction Cost: $130 million
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Keehi Small Boat Harbor, Wastewater Pump Station and Force
Main, Honolulu, Hawaii
This project involved the replacement of existing wastewater
collection and disposal system with a new wastewater pump station at
the Keehi Small Boat Harbor and force main beneath the Kalihi
Channel. SSFM was responsible for the preparation of an
Environmental Assessment and permits such as the U.S. Army Corps
of Engineers Permit, Conservation District Use Permit, Shoreline
Setback Variance, and a Special Management Area Permit.
Paia Relief Road Project No. STP-361-1 (11)
Paia, Maui, Hawaii
SSFM was responsible for community involvement, planning,
conceptual design analyses, and preliminary engineering services
necessary to prepare and process an Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) meeting both Federal and State requirements for the
"Paia Bypass Road" on the Island of Maui. This new roadway would
be constructed through former sugar cane lands and is meant to
provide an alternate route and create relief to the congestion and
safety issues in Paia town. Parts of the relocated road will alleviate
coastal erosion effects and improve access to an important recreation
facility for windsurfing.
The Project limits of the corridor start at the intersection of Hana
Highway with Haleakala Highway, pass through Paia town, and end
just before Maliko Gulch. The section is approximately 6.5 miles.
Important issues include farmland effects, waterways,
SSFM was responsible for coordinating the potential alternative
alignments and their impacts with interested County, State, and
Federal agencies, public utility, community and civic organizations,
private firms and the major landowner. SSFM was responsible for
making recommendations for the best overall solution for the corridor
and provide complete analyses and justification for the solution.
In coordination with the State Department of Transportation, SSFM
conducted a Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) process for the Paia
Relief Route project. The approach integrated community objectives
and values with traditional transportation objectives such as safety,
efficiency and capacity. SSFM helped form a representative Advisory
Group, which has been involved throughout the project process. A
series of public information meetings have been held to update the
community on the project’s progress. As a result of using CSS, this
transportation project is more likely to fit in with the community’s
character and have less impact on environmental resources, while
maintaining safety and mobility.
Study Fees: $2.5 million
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Environmental Assessment for Kawaihae Harbor
Kawaihae, Hawaii
SSFM is currently preparing an Environmental Assessment (EA) to
cover the proposed Master Plan and Development Plan
improvements for Kawaihae Harbor in accordance with State Chapter
343, Hawaii Revised Statutes regulations. A number of
improvements are being assessed in this EA as the proposed action.
The following short-term improvements, covered in this Environmental
Assessment include:
Transfer of jurisdiction for Perimeter Road to DLNR’s Division
of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR)
Fencing along Perimeter Road
Grading of Coral Flats Area for future uses identified in
Hawai‘i Island Commercial Harbors 2035 Master Plan Update
Extensions of Piers 2A and 2C and Associated Dredging
Maintenance Dredging at Pier 1 and Pier 2
Relocation of Permanent Office and New Comfort Stations
Yard Improvements, including structural pavement
strengthening and Lighting
Ancillary facilities, shed and building improvements
Internal Roadway Circulation
Improvements to Main Gate and South Gate, including
provision of turn lanes and taper areas along Kawaihae Road
Estimated Cost: $288,316 (fees)
Anahola Bike and Pedestrian Path Project
Anahola, Kauai, Hawai‘i
The County of Kauai, Department of Public Works, is planning the
construction of a bike and pedestrian path of about 2.5 miles along
the shoreline from Ahihi Point in the Hōmaikawa‘a ahupua’a to the
County’s Anahola Beach Park. Other path amenities are planned
such as vehicular parking areas, comfort stations, etc.
SSFM was responsible for the project management, preparation and
processing of an Environmental Assessment, preparing and
processing discretionary land use permits for the project which
include a Conservation District Use Permit and Special Management
Area Use Permit, and preparing a Basis of Design and Scope of Work
for the County’s use in preparing a design-build RFQ and RFP
package.
Major work components include implementing a community outreach
program with the Anahola community in coordination with State
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, conducting technical analysis,
and preparing and processing the Environmental Assessment.
Compliance with Federal regulations includes conducting Section 106
consultation with Native Hawaiian organizations, Section 7
consultation efforts with FWS, and compliance with Executive Order
(EO) 11988 on floodplains and Coastal Zone Management Act, and
address Title VI environmental justice requirements.
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Waikoloa Makai Project
Waikoloa, Hawaii
Waikoloa Land Company
The Waikoloa Land Company is planning to develop a resort
residential subdivision on a 27-acre site referred to as the White
Property situated along the shoreline adjacent to the Waikoloa
Resort. This development would consist of a mixture of multi-family
residential units, a restaurant, and recreational amenities compatible
with and complementary to the resort.
SSFM is responsible for the overall project management, and the
preparation and processing of an Environmental Impact Statement
(EIS) meeting State requirements. The EIS would be used to apply
for discretionary land use approvals for the project which include a
State Land Use District Boundary Amendment, County General Plan
Amendment, Change in Zoning, and Special Management Area Use
Permit.
The EIS being prepared incorporates the work of several
subconsultants to address specific technical areas, and addressing
community concerns and issues with effects over natural resources in
the area.
Aleo Drainage Improvements
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
Department of Public Works and Environmental Management,
County of Maui
Planning Services: Environmental Assessment, Section 106
Review
SSFM is the Prime Consultant for the design a drainage system to
collect and dispose of runoff waters near the intersection of Ohaa
Street and Maalo Street (in the vicinity of Kahului Community Park) so
that flood waters from those roadways during storm events are
mitigated from entering Aleo Place which has caused flooding of
neighboring properties at the bottom of the cul-de-sac roadway.
Planning work for the project involves preparation of a State
Environmental Assessment and Federal Section 106 (Historic
Preservation) review.
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
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Nā‘ālehu and Pahala Large Capacity Cesspool Conversion
Project
Nā‘ālehu and Pahala, Ka‘ū, Hawaii
County of Hawaii, Department of Environmental Management
The County of Hawai‘i, Department of Environmental Management is
constructing sewer system improvements to serve the communities of
Nā‘ālehu and Pāhala which are both located in the Ka‘u District of the
Island of Hawai‘i. The improvements are planned to establish an
approved collection, treatment, and disposal system replacing the
large capacity cesspools presently serving areas of these
communities.
SSFM prepared and processed an Environmental Assessment (EA)
in accordance with State environmental requirements. The EA also
served as a NEPA-like document to meet the State of Hawaii’s Clean
Water State Revolving Fund Program requirements. Major work
components included addressing infrastructure and effects on natural
resources, and consulting with the communities.
Queen Lili‘uokalani Village Large Capacity Cesspool Conversion
Project
Kailua-Kona, North Kona, Hawaii
County of Hawaii, Department of Environmental Management
The County of Hawai‘i, Department of Environmental Management is
constructing sewer system improvements to serve the Queen
Lili‘uokalani Village Subdivision located within the Kailua-Kona area
of the North Kona District, Island of Hawai‘i. The improvements are
planned to establish an approved collection, treatment, and disposal
system replacing the large capacity cesspools presently serving this
subdivision.
SSFM is preparing and processing an Environmental Assessment
(EA) in accordance with State environmental requirements. The EA
also served as a NEPA-like document to meet the State of Hawaii’s
Clean Water State Revolving Fund Program requirements. Major
work components included addressing infrastructure and effects on
natural resources, and consulting with the community.
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Planning Project Experience
The following is a list of representative projects where SSFM served as the Prime Consultant and
demonstrates SSFM’s ability to successfully manage both small and larger complex planning project
assignments.
PLANNING PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Biological Control Containment Facility
Various Locations, Hawaii
SSFM provided a comprehensive planning document for a proposed
new Department of Agriculture, Biological Control Containment
Facility on Oahu. SSFM also prepared a project development report
(PDR) and rough order of magnitude construction cost estimate. The
PDR included Land Area Requirements, Building Area
Requirements, and Applicable Regulations. It also included a Site
List with available State-owned properties and Environmental
permits and studies.
Estimated Construction Cost: $90 million to $140 million
Central Oahu Transportation Study
Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM prepared a study to assess the multi-modal transportation
needs of the Central Oahu Region, identified key transportation
system improvements, strategies, and policies that can improve
regional transportation mobility and access in a sustainable way. The
study developed desired multi-modal strategies and system
improvements that are technically feasible, financially realistic,
sustainable, and meet regional transportation needs.
Estimated Cost: $543,544 (fees)
North Shore Sustainable Communities Plan
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided a five-year comprehensive review of the 2011 North
Shore Sustainable Communities Plan that was inclusive and
reflective of community sentiments and desires. SSFM adapted to an
entirely virtual community engagement format. In a highly engaged
community, this involved developing a large amount of online content
that would bring transparency to the process and allow extensive
participation.
Cost: $285,760 (fees)
West Kauai Energy (fka Puu Opae Water) Project Environmental
Assessment, Kokee-Kekaha, Kauai, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the preparation of
an Environmental Assessment (EA) for this integrated renewable
energy and irrigation project that would utilize state land and water
for the following objectives: Renewable energy production via
hydroelectric electric generation; and, renewable energy production
via solar photovoltaic (PV) generation.
Cost: $212,895 (fees)
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PLANNING PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Farrington Highway Corridor Study
Waianae, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for the planning and investigations
that identified recommendations for ways to reduce congestion,
enhance capacity, and increase safety while improving resiliency
along 14 miles of the Farrington Highway corridor from the end of H-
1 in Kapolei to Makaha Beach Park. The study identified short and
long term improvements needed to maintain the Farrington Highway
corridor.
Cost: $4974,959 (fees)
FY18 Tinian Construction Capacity Study (TCCS)
Tinian, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI)
SSFM provided a comprehensive analysis of the infrastructure and
resources requirements to support Department of Defense
construction activities on the island of Tinian, CNMI. The project
team developed a methodology to produce recommendations based
on a systematic approach in analyzing resources and limitations to
each technical discipline. The purpose of the TCCS was to assist
DoD in making informed planning and programming decisions for
future DoD construction on Tinian.
Cost: $1.23 million (fees)
Climate Change Adaptation Study
Island of Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM provided planning services for development of the County’s
TOD Climate Change Adaptation Guidelines including Data
Collection and Outreach, and Infrastructure Planning.
The purpose of this project was two-fold: 1) to outline design
principles that can be used to help develop policy and regulations for
property in Honolulu’s transit-oriented development (TOD) and other
urban areas that may be vulnerable to sea level rise (SLR) and other
climate change-related hazards; and 2) to provide developers and
design professionals with preliminary guidance and information to
consult when developing new project applications, or when
considering adaptation options for existing projects.
Estimated Construction Cost: $34,000 (fees)
Waiawa Correctional Facility Plan Review Use and Special Use
Permits, Waipahu, Hawaii
SSFM prepared an Environmental Assessment, researched and
completed the necessary requirements of applications for the Special
Use Permit (SUP) and Plan Review Use (PRU) required to bring this
Facility into compliance with the Land Use Ordinance (LUO).
Cost: $334,534 (fees)
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PLANNING PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kamuela Vacuum Cooling Plant, Master Plan Feasibility Study,
Kamuela, Hawaii
SSFM provided planning and project management services for a
master plan study of an existing property in Kamuela that the client
owned and leased to a cooperative. SSFM provided
recommendations to update the existing facility to meet the Food and
Drug Administration’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA), as
well as explored expansion of the property to offer other amenities,
such as washing, packing, and processing of produce to encourage
and promote farming.
Cost: $100,000 (fees)
Hawaii County Vision Zero Action Plan
Hawaii Island, Hawaii
SSFM assisted the County of Hawaii on the first Vision Zero Action
Plan in the State that identifies how the County will achieve its goal
of eliminating traffic related fatalities and serious injuries. Hawaii
County’s Vision Zero Action Plan is the first to be completed in the
State of Hawaii. The collaborative nature of the Task Force process
greatly supported the success of the initiative, as did SSFM’s efforts
to obtain and analyze available crash data. The importance of
quality data became a theme of the process, and the County of
Hawaii Police Department (HPD) invited PATH to present to the staff
on Vision Zero and the importance of HPD data to understanding
and preventing traffic deaths.
Waimanalo Health Center Expanded Healthcare Facility
Waimanalo, Hawaii
SSFM provided planning and civil engineering services for the construction
of a new, two-story 17,961 square foot building. The building design
reflected the team-based, patient centered heath care home concept of care
practiced which utilizes physicians and nurse practitioners working with
support staff, and integrating behaviorist, nutritionist, case managers, and
patient services.
Estimated Construction Cost: $13 million
Samkoo Condo Re-Zoning Application, Kapiolani Boulevard and
Kona Iki Street, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided civil engineering and traffic analysis services for the
re-zoning application for the proposed Samkoo House Condominium
project, a 43-floor condominium located at 1391 Kapiolani Boulevard
in Honolulu.
Cost: $99,000 (fees)
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PLANNING PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Kauai Island Utility Cooperative Spill Prevention, Control, and
Countermeasure Plan, Lihue, Kauai
SSFM updated the 2018 Cooperative Spill Prevention, Control, and
Countermeasure Plan (SPCC) plan that was previously prepared by
SSFM. This plan included recommended improvements, identified
possible offsite releases and release impact mitigation and
developed a logic diagram for recommended oil spill control
improvements.
Estimated Cost: $59,500 (fees)
Waimea Regional Safety Project (fka Kawaihae Road Bypass),
Vicinity of Mahua Street to Mamalaoa Highway
Kawaihae, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for this study that identified
potential projects that would improve safety and operations, relieve
congestion, and enhance multimodal travel options in the Waimea
region through a Planning and Environment Linkages (PEL) study.
The PEL process resulted in the identification of several projects that
met the project Purpose and Need, including a new bypass
alignment around Waimea, and mulit-modal improvements along
Kawaihae Road, Lindsey Road and Mamalahoa Highway.
Estimated Construction Cost: $2.95 million (fees)
Assessing the Feasibility and Implications of Managed Retreat
Strategies for Vulnerable Coastal Areas in Hawaii
SSFM prepared a study that was prompted by recent climate change
legislation, plans and studies such as the Ocean Resources
Management Plan (2013) and the Sea Level Rise Vulnerability and
Adaptation Report (2017). The managed retreat study involved four
main tasks: 1) Background research consisting of literature review
and stakeholder consultation on managed retreat; 2) Four scenario
profiles, involving preparation of hypothetical scenarios, site visits,
and focus group discussions to explore retreat of different
development types; 3) Symposium on managed retreat, with keynote
speakers and participants from across the state; and 4) the Final
Report which summarized the results of research and prior tasks.
Cost: $125,000 million
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Hawaii State Plan Update Phase I
Statewide, Hawaii
SSFM conducted a comprehensive review of Hawaii Revised
Statutes (HRS), Chapter 26, The State Planning Act. This review
involved inventorying and reviewing all state department plans,
strategic plans, functional plans, and capital improvement plans;
identifying common themes and policy directions. SSFM developed
findings as to the overall status of plans and prepared findings and
recommendations for the next step in updating the State Planning
Act.
Cost: $$49,933 (fees)
Waimanalo Community Master Land Use Plan
Waimanalo, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM developed an Exploratory Document that communicates
values, places, and ideas that the community holds dear. It identifies
the things that need to be preserved, created, or improved upon in
order to keep Waimānalo, Waimānalo well into the future. The time
horizon for the Strategic Community Plan is 20 years.
Cost: $245,541 (fees)
Coconut Island DC Microgrid
Kaneohe, Hawaii
SSFM assisted the University of Hawaii, Hawaii Natural Energy
Institute (HNEI) with environmental compliance and permitting for
HNEI’s proposed improvements and their renewable energy
demonstration project on Moku O Loe (aka Coconut Island).
Improvements included development of a new renewable energy
generation, storage, and distribution system.
Estimated Cost: $10,000 (fees)
Noise Attenuation Keaukaha Subdivision, Phase 2
Hilo, Hawaii
State Project No AH1071-16
SSFM assisted with the development of a communication plan for
the Hilo Community and the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
and Department of Transportation. Services involved outreach
services that included attendance at meetings with the Keaukaha
community and additional meetings with the community's Noise Sub-
Committee Representative throughout the project.
Estimated Cost: $35,200 (fees)
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Complete Streets Planning, Rehabilitation of Streets Phase 12D
and Units 67 74 76 77, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided public outreach, environmental planning, and civil
design services to support Fehr & Peers in developing a multimodal
transportation assessment, context sensitive solutions process, and
design work for roads included in the Rehabilitation of Streets
program Phase 12D and Units 67, 74, 76, and 77.
Cost: $964,200 (fees)
Complete Streets Phase 2, Liliha Street, Nuuanu Avenue and
University Avenue Study, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided traffic counts at eleven intersections, walk audits,
traffic analysis, stakeholder meetings, public meetings, collection of
survey data, environmental documentation, formulation of
recommendations incorporating Complete Streets concepts, writing
report and developing 30% design plans in AutoCAD Civil 3D (for
Liliha Street and Nuuanu Avenue).
Cost: $450,000 (fees)
Albizia Mitigation Plan
Various Locations, Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM prepared the "Albizia Management and Business Plan". The
report will serve as an Informational document to request funding to
manage and control the Albizia Trees on the Island of Hawaii.
Estimated Construction Cost: Not Applicable (Study)
Complete Streets Planning, Rehabilitation of Streets Phase 12D
and Units 67 74 76 77, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided public outreach, environmental planning, and civil
design services to support Fehr & Peers in developing a multimodal
transportation assessment, context sensitive solutions process, and
design work for roads included in the Rehabilitation of Streets
program Phase 12D and Units 67, 74, 76, and 77.
Cost: $964,200 (fees)
Multi Modal Bike Plan (aka Downtown/Chinatown Complete
Streets Implementation Project)
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided transportation engineering services for this project to
further implement complete streets projects in urban Honolulu,
particularly in and around proposed rail and transit facilities. In three
months, SSFM not only completed data collection at 12 intersections
during the morning and afternoon peak periods and traffic analysis,
but engaged hundreds of stakeholders to gather input on the project
and generate awareness and support for complete streets in general.
Cost: $200,000 (fees)
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Lihue Community Plan Update
Lihue, Island of Kauai, Hawaii
SSFM prepared the Lihue Community Plan to articulate a vision and
policies for a revitalized and vibrant Lihue Town Core, as well as
Puhi, Hanamaulu, and other nodes in the Līhu‘e Planning District.
Development of the Lihue Community Plan included technical
studies on existing conditions, cultural resources, demographics,
transportation and connectivity, public services and infrastructure,
housing, growth scenarios, and areas of change.
Cost: $770,000 (fees)
Island Wide Transit Master Plan
Island of Hawaii, Hawaii
SSFM prepared the County of Hawaii's next generation Transit
Master Plan (TMP). Using a comprehensive approach to review
current needs and to forecast future demand this study will help
determine the type of transit system and service levels that will be
required to meet Hawaii County's changing needs through 2036.
The Plan integrated strategies for creating a transportation network
designed and operated to enable safe access for all users in Hawaii
County. The Plan also identified key corridors linking rural
communities and establishes performance standards for transit
service. In addition, the Plan included an evaluation of modes, bus
services, station designs, capital infrastructure, and fare structures.
Estimated Cost: $500,000 (fees)
Central Oahu Transportation Study
Various Locations, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM prepared a study to assess the multi-modal transportation
needs of the Central Oahu region, identify key transportation system
improvements, strategies, and policies that can improve regional
transportation mobility and access in a sustainable way. The study
developed multi-modal strategies and system improvements that are
technically feasible, financially realistic, sustainable, and meet
regional transportation needs.
Estimated Cost: $499,250 (fees)
Joint Development for Affordable Rental Housing and Juvenile
Services Center/Shelter, Alder Street, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided project conceptualization, intra-agency facilitation,
environmental documentation and community outreach for the
development of the first mixed used project on State owned land
within the City's TOD. The project is proposed to be a 266,000
SF/19-Story Mixed Use Development that addressed the
community’s need for affordable rental housing and a facility for
juvenile services and a shelter for children at-risk. This urban high-
density solution epitomizes the type of development promoted to
support TOD initiatives and transforms underutilized State land
assets into a vibrant development much needed by the community.
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Estimated Construction Cost: $196.3 million (preliminary budget)
Puuloa Shoreline Erosion Study, Puuloa Range Facility
Marine Corps Base Hawaii
Kaneohe, Hawaii
SSFM prepared this study to investigate coastal processes in the
project area and the condition and characteristics of the shoreline,
determine historical shoreline changes, analyze wave induced sand
transport mechanisms, and develop possible erosion control
alternatives.
Estimated Construction Cost: Not Applicable (study)
Multi Modal Bike Plan, East Kapolei, Kalihi, and Kakaako
Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM assisted the City and County of Honolulu in defining bicycling
facility projects that will integrate multi-modal access and
connections to Honolulu rail stations and other transit facilities.
Facilities should be compatible with the network of bicycle facilities
identified in the Oahu Bike Plan (August 2012). Projects will consist
of bicycle paths, protected bike lanes, and other bicycle facilities
which lead to transit stations or bus transit centers.
Estimated cost $100,000 (fees)
Downtown Hilo Multi-Modal Mobility Master Plan and County of
Hawaii Complete Streets Program, Downtown Hilo, Hawaii
Island, Various locations on Hawaii Island
SSFM provided professional planning services for the preparation of
the Downtown Hilo Multi-Modal Master Plan and the County’s
Complete Streets Program. The Downtown Hilo Multi-modal Master
Plan will establish a community-driven Master Plan for policies,
programs, and projects which will improve overall mobility throughout
the Downtown area and provide multi-modal connections to high
activity locations. The County of Hawaii Complete Streets Program
assignment is to create a program which will implement a balanced,
multi-modal transportation network throughout the island.
Estimated cost $500,000 (fees)
General Plan Update, County of Kauai
Island of Kauai, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the update of the
General Plan as required by the County Charter and to develop an
appropriate strategy for the future development of Kaua‘i County,
including recommendations and policies for zoning, form-based
coding, sustainable growth patterns, multi-modal transportation
connectivity, recreational opportunities, economic development,
conservation, green infrastructure, and other issues relevant to the
future growth and development of the County. Estimated cost
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$824,500 (fees)
Hawaii Natural Disaster Economic Recovery Strategy
Statewide, Hawaii
SSFM was the lead consultant for the preparation of a Natural
Disaster Economic Recovery Strategy with a focus on small
business. SSFM worked with a project Advisory Group made up of
35 public and private agencies engaged in disaster work.
The study considered multi-hazards for disasters that strike Hawai‘i.
The study covered both pre-disaster operations continuity planning
and post-disaster recovery actions that are important for small
businesses. This plan was conducted under a grant from the US
Economic Development Administration (EDA).
A series of focus groups were being held across the state to find out
what each business knows about continuity preparedness, response,
and recovery to natural disasters. The focus groups were followed by
a statewide electronic survey of small businesses to gauge how
widespread were the gaps
The study deliverables included three reports: Existing Conditions,
Gaps and Strengths; Goals & Objective and Alternate Strategies;
and Final Plan and Recommendations.
Estimated cost $79,438 (fees)
County of Maui Transportation Department Maui Short Range
Transit Plan Update, Maui County, Hawai‘i
SSFM is providing planning services for the development of a five-
year Service Improvement Transportation Program for the County of
Maui. The work in this task is considered an update of current
services. The Service Improvement Transportation Program will be
developed such that services are defined on a year by year basis for
ease in budget development, service deployment and contractor
procurement
Estimated cost $162,240 (fees)
Hilo MTA Baseyard
Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM prepared the Categorical Exclusion Report for Mass Transit
Agency Facility, under 23 CFR Section 771.117(d). Consulted and
assisted the County with National Environmental Protection Act
(NEPA) compliance for the facility project. Drafted the Declaration of
Exemption from preparation of an Environmental Assessment under
Chapter 343 using the exemption list of the County of Hawaii
Department of Public Works and provided it to the County of Hawaii
for finalization and filing.
Cost $80,000 (fees)
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Villages of Kapolei Northwest Corner, Real Estate Consulting
Services
Kapolei, Hawaii
SSFM provided planning and engineering services to support a
project developer solicitation and selection process for the Hawai’i
Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC). The goal
of HHFDC was to select a qualified developer to plan, design,
develop, and operate a vibrant, mixed-use “urban village” on a
vacant 26-acre parcel in the Villages of Kapolei (VOK) development.
Cost $71,000 (fee)
APEX Wind Energy Hawaii Environmental Text and Maps
Island of Oahu, Hawai‘i
SSFM assisted Apex Wind Energy with the preparation of an
Expression of Interest for a Lease Application for OCS from BOEM.
Application to include three potential sites: two off East Honolulu and
one approximately off of Honolulu Harbor.
Estimated Construction Cost: Not Applicable (Study)
Hawaii State Civil Defense Emergency Warning Sirens
Statewide Planning Phase 2
Various Locations in Hawaii
SSFM is the Prime Consultant responsible for securing site
approvals for approximately 200 sites statewide, including
government permits/approvals, landowner approvals for each site,
and assisting in preparation of the disposition documents. This work
includes the installation of new composite poles, installation of new
digital sirens, and removal of existing pole/siren where required.
Estimated Construction Cost: $16 million
Evaluation and Update of Hawaii 2006 Ocean Resources
Management Plan, Statewide, Hawaii
SSFM provided professional planning services for the evaluation and
update of The Hawai‘i Ocean Resources Management Plan (ORMP).
This is a statewide plan mandated by Chapter 205A of the Hawai‘i
Revised Statutes. The ORMP plan provides a framework for
integrated coastal management that aligns the management agency
jurisdictions of the federal, state, and county levels of the State of
Hawai‘i resource managers.
Estimated Cost: $265,000 (fees)
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Interstate Route H1 Corridor Study
Island of Oahu, Various locations, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the comprehensive
analysis study of this highway corridor. With the recent update of the
Oahu Regional Transportation Plan (ORTP) the Hawaii Department
of Transportation required a comprehensive analysis study of this
corridor, specifically the Interstate Route H-1, for the purpose of
identifying the future capacity needs on the interstate, along with an
alternatives and feasibility analysis on short-, mid- and long-term
congestion and capacity improvements.
Estimated Cost: $1.99 million (fees)
Department of Defense, Interoperable Mobile Broadband Data
System Planning
DAGS Job No. 26-14-7498
Statewide, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for developing a
Strategic Plan for the State of Hawaii that provided a sound basis for
the development of a Statewide Interoperable Mobile Broadband
Network through either First Net or the “opt-out” provisions of the
Middle Class Tax Relief and Job Creation Act.
Estimated cost $250,000 (fees)
Ahukini Lydgate Bike Pedestrian Path
Island of Kauai
SSFM provided the Section 106 consultation and the environmental
process for the Ahukini to Lydgate Landing Shared Use Path. This
work had been started by another consultant who was unable to
complete it. The effort involved additional outreach to Native
Hawaiian Organizations and a public meeting to determine whether
further information and/or impacts on resources were needed to be
considered or addressed.
Ahukini to Lydgate is one of six sections of an 8-10 foot wide shared
use path through former cane haul roads, shared space along a golf
course, and res-use of a historic railroad bridge. Restrooms,
trailhead parking, and scenic overlooks at three (3) locations.
Estimated Construction Cost: $20.1 million
Kaloi Gulch Drainage Improvements
West Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM was initially contracted with Haseko Development to prepare
and re-file a Conservation District Use Application (CDUA) for the
proposed Kaloi Gulch Drainage Improvements with the State
Department of Land and Natural Resources.
SSFM restructured the approach to the project by defining and
creating a “Regional Need” for the proposed drainage improvements.
This involved redefining the project to identify specific benefits to
mauka landowners. After realizing the benefits from the proposed
improvements, the State Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and
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University of Hawaii, West Oahu joined as co-applicants on the
CDUA.
Estimated Construction Cost: $50 million
Waikiki Bridges
OahuMPO Transportation Asset Climate Change Risk
Assessment, Various Locations, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for this planning study that involved
performing a risk assessment of important transportation assets to
the impacts of climate change. Honolulu was one of five pilot
locations selected nationwide by FHWA to test a risk assessment
climate change methodology for future application on a broader
basis. The work involved assessing the likelihood and magnitude of
three climate change characteristics (stressors) on a prioritized
inventory of the transportation assets. The climate change variables
were: Storm surge, sea level rise (depicted) and heavy rainfall.
SSFM worked with SOEST (UH) on adaptation mapping and
interpretation. The five transportation assets were: Honolulu Harbor,
Honolulu International Airport, Farrington Highway, Kalaeloa
/Barbers Point and Campbell Industrial Park, and 3 bridges leading
into Waikiki. In addition to likelihood and magnitude of vulnerability
determinations, the team assessed consequences to society, and
developed an integrated risk assessment. Estimated Cost: Not
Applicable (Study)
Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road Improvements
Kea‘au-Pahoa, Puna, Hawaii
Department of Transportation, State of Hawai‘i
Keaau Pahoa Road (Route 130) is the primary route for travel in one
of the fastest growing districts of the state. The State Department of
Transportation Highways Division is planning a highway widening,
the addition of bike and pedestrian facilities, and improvements for
safety throughout the corridor between Keaau Bypass and Pahoa
Bypass on the island of Hawaii. This project addressed heavy
congestion and safety measures in a context sensitive manner.
SSFM was responsible for planning, conceptual engineering,
environmental review, agency coordination and public involvement.
The project proceeded using a Context Sensitive Solutions process
which involved community members, consultants, and HDOT staff in
a series of advisory group sessions where all elements of the project
were discussed and debated. The results brought widespread praise
for the process and outcome by participants as well as the broader
community.
SSFM managed all specialty sub-consultants to ensure accuracy
and quality as well as coordinated and timely results. Major work
elements included developing long range traffic forecasts,
conducting traffic studies, developing and comparing alternatives,
developing civil plan and profile drawings. State and Federal
regulations that had to be complied with included Section 106,
consultation with Native Hawaiian Organizations, Section 7
consultation on threatened and endangered species, Coastal Zone
Management, Title VI Environmental Justice. SSFM was responsible
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for writing and processing the Draft Environmental Assessment, for
responding to comments, and for completing the Final Environmental
Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact.
Estimated Project Construction Cost: $130 million
Kahului Harbor Development Plan
Kahului, Maui, Hawaii
SSFM is the Prime Consultant for this assignment and is responsible
for the preparation of a Development Plan for Kahului Harbor. The
Development Plan will describe project goals and objectives, plan
schematics, project sequencing and (order of magnitude) cost
estimates. The work includes assessing alternate land acquisition
schemes to allow for expansion of harbor operations, as well as a
review of the mix of uses between commercial and passenger
operations. The improvements are understood to include:
Alternate lay outs for expansion area
Pier 1: Review need for fencing to separate passengers and
cargo
Pier 1: Upgrade fuel line under the guidelines of the DOT
Harbors Statewide Fuel Facilities Development Plan
Pier 2: Strengthen surface, pave and add security fencing
around back up areas
Client Contact: Sandra Rossetter | (808) 587-1886
Paia Relief Road Project No. STP-361-1 (11)
Paia, Maui, Hawaii
SSFM is responsible for community involvement, planning,
conceptual design analyses, and preliminary engineering services
necessary to prepare and process an Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) meeting both Federal and State requirements for
the "Paia Bypass Road" on the Island of Maui. This new roadway
would be constructed through former sugar cane lands and is meant
to provide an alternate route and create relief to the congestion and
safety issues in Pā‘ia town. Parts of the relocated road will alleviate
coastal erosion effects and improve access to an important
recreation facility for windsurfing.
The Project limits of the corridor start at the intersection of Hana
Highway with Haleakala Highway, pass through Paia town, and end
just before Maliko Gulch. The section is approximately 6.5 miles.
Important issues include farmland effects, waterways,
SSFM is responsible for coordinating the potential alternative
alignments and their impacts with interested County, State, and
Federal agencies, public utility, community and civic organizations,
private firms and the major landowner.
In coordination with the State Department of Transportation, SSFM
has been conducting a Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) process
for the Pā‘ia Relief Route project. The approach integrates
community objectives and values with traditional transportation
objectives such as safety, efficiency and capacity. SSFM helped
form a representative Advisory Group, which has been involved
throughout the project process. A series of public information
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meetings have been held to update the community on the project’s
progress.
Bus Stop Location Project for County of Hawaii Mass
Transportation Agency, Contract No. c.002161
Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM conducted a planning study and prepared a report for
identification and recommendation of locations for bus stops island-
wide in Hawai‘i County. The Agency previously operated on a “flag
stopping” basis, but with increased usage and traffic, the Agency will
move to a designated bus stop program
Kawaihae Harbor
Hilo Harbor
Hawaii Island Commercial Harbors 2035 Master Plan Update
Kawaihae Harbor and Hilo Harbor
Statewide Commercial Harbors Plans and Development Projects
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the recently
completed Hawaii Island Commercial Harbors 2035 Master Plan.
The master plan serves as a guide to the development of critical
commercial harbor infrastructure (e.g., piers, cargo yards, passenger
terminals, etc.) at Kawaihae and Hilo Harbors. The work in Hilo is
primarily an update of the existing Master Plan. The work at
Kawaihae includes integrating multiple uses such as military, small
boats, commercial, future passenger and possible relocation of fuel
storage plus internal circulation issues.
The specific tasks included: ꞏDetermination of parcel and roadway
dimensions and boundaries; provision of topographic surveys;
research and documentation of the maritime users operations;
forecasts of cargo volumes; analyses of berthing requirements;
development of terminal acreage requirements and terminal layouts;
issues management, community and stakeholder involvement;
compliance with Environmental Justice requirements; facilitation of
plenary sessions; conflict resolution; estimation of design,
construction, maintenance and operational costs; oversight of sub-
consultant efforts; environmental analyses in accordance with HRS
Chapter 343 and NEPA; environmental site assessments and
characterization.
Airport/Kalihi Design Segment
Preliminary Engineering and Engineering Support for EIS
Preparation
Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor Project, Honolulu,
Hawaii
SSFM is providing engineering services to support the preparation of
EIS documents and preliminary engineering (PE) designs for the
Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor Project. SSFM was
responsible for coordinating its work with other segment designers,
architects, structural engineers, transportation engineers, and
system engineers that are part of the PB Design Team. Only the
portion of the Airport/Kalihi Design Segment within the "First Project"
limits was designed to a PE level of effort. The First Project includes
Dillingham Boulevard from Middle Street to Kaaahi Street. The
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remainder of the design segment including the section within the
Honolulu International Airport (HIA) was not part of the First Project
and the level of design effort was limited to a design level sufficient
to support the environmental documents.
West Oahu / Farrington Highway Guideway for the Honolulu
High-Capacity Transit Corridor Project
Island of Oahu, Hawaii
The SSFM Planning Group is responsible for environmental
compliance of this segment of the guideway, the first segment of the
Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor (HHCTC) Project.
Services involved preparing a Design Environmental Compliance
Plan and review of all engineering submittals for conformity with the
HHCTCP FEIS and ROD and historic preservation memorandum of
agreement (MOA).
A key task was the preparation of Environmental Constraint Maps.
This was a geo-referenced database of several hundred mitigation
and permit conditions using ESRI’s GIS platforms, ArcReader and
ArcMap. These ECP maps were a tool that enhanced design
engineers and reviewers to communicate with each other,
indentifying risks and mitigation conditions. The user-friendly format
allowed users to visualize mitigation requirements as they would
appear in the field and then drill down to original source and
reference documents.
SSFM is also responsible for all of the at-grade civil engineering,
structural engineering, and permit approvals for this segment of rail
alignmentwhich is being undertaken as a Design-Build.
This West O'ahu / Farringlon Highway Guideway Project is the first
segment of the Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor Project. The
guideway alignment is within existing roadway right-of-way whenever
possible to minimize impacts on private properties. The project
includes the design and construct of approximately 7 miles of
guideway, including the associated roadway modifications, utility
relocations, and other infrastructure from the East Kapolei Station,
along North--South Road, across the Ho'opili development, and
along Farrington Highway to a point just east of the Pearl Highlands
Station on Kamehameha Highway.
Design services are expected to be completed in 2011 and
construction in 2013. Construction cost $483 million
Park N Ride Facilities
County of Hawaii, Mass Transit Agency
The County has retained SSFM to provide services for the
development of Park and Ride facilities for the County of Hawaii in
support of the County Mass Transit Agency's Hele-On Bus system
and the proposed County-assisted public car pooling efforts. This
effort will occur in two Phases. Phase 1 will include developing
selection criteria to identify and recommend four sites in the North
Kona, South Kona, Puna, and Ka'u Districts of Hawaii County. In
Phase 2, upon County acquistion of the sites selected, SSFM will
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provide civil design services for the development of facilities at each
site. Cost: $1,000,000.00
Island-Wide Hele-On Bus Stops
Various Locations, County of Hawaii
SSFM provided professional services for a study to review all
existing Hele-On pick up points on the island. The report identified
official bus stops for listing in the Hawai‘i County Code; which are
unofficial for signage only; which may be considered for a bench,
shelter, turn-out area or other treatments common to bus stop areas;
and reported on ADA compliance requirements as necessary.
Statewide Transportation Plan
Job STP 1-900-PLAN
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for the preparation of this policy
level effort which involved the formulation of a statewide, multi-modal
transportation plan. The HSTP Plan, signed by the Governor and
Director of Transportation contains three volumes and an Executive
Summary:
Volume I “Making Connections” includes eight goals and objectives;
a description of socio-economic, land use and regulatory issues that
affect transportation; a review of Data Systems; and a review of
Financial Systems for Airports, Harbors and Highways.
Volume 2 includes ten Emerging Issue Papers: Impact of Federal
Transportation Planning Regulations; Climate Change and Sea Level
Rise; Aging Population and Transportation; Fuel and Energy
Scenarios in Hawaii; Land Use Planning; Planning and Design;
Transportation Security; System Preservation and Asset
Management; Financial Scenarios; and Environmental Coordination.
Volume 3 includes Forecast Reports; and a summary of Public
Involvement Activity completed during plan preparation.
Oceanic Information Technology and Training Facility
Waimanalo, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM provided Functional Analysis Concept Development (FACD)
and prepared contract documents for the Information Technology
and Training Facility (ITTF). The Project Team held a series of six
FACD sessions and was successful in developing the conceptual
plan including drawings, cost estimate, design criteria and a signed
agreement with the involved staff approving the project concept and
estimated cost. The ITTF provides classrooms, training areas and
exhibit spaces to promote education, training and to showcase the
Oceanic Institute’s research and technological accomplishments.
Estimated construction cost is $1,100,000.
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Aloha Tower Planning & Development Feasibility Study
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
State DBEDT, Aloha Tower Development Corporation
SSFM participated as a member of the Project Team that assisted
the State’s Aloha Tower Development Corporation (ATDC) in
redefining its current project vision and updating its development
strategy for the Honolulu Waterfront at Aloha Tower. The objective
of this study was to place ATDC in the strongest possible position to
solicit development proposals that: 1) will invite creative development
approaches, 2) be built to maintain long-term economic viability; and
3) address existing parking problems. This planning and
development feasibility study involved community meetings and
workshops with waterfront users, assisting ATDC with RFP
development, evaluating urban design standards and land use
policies for the site, and preparing a detailed plan. This balanced
approach was strongly market centered and at the same time
directed at achieving the ATDC mission in serving a public purpose.
Addition and Renovations to the Maui Memorial Medical Center
Wailuku, Maui
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
SSFM provided project management services for the master
planning and preparation of the conceptual design for this Medical
Center’s first major expansion project since it received its autonomy
from the State of Hawaii. Services includes preparing scope of work
documents, conducting and facilitating all planning, preparing
contracts (design services and construction services), monitoring
and tracking progress and budgets, etc. Estimated construction cost
of $35,000,000.
Infrastructure Upgrade for Plant Management for the Hawaii
Health Systems Corporation
Statewide Hawaii
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation
Hawaii Health Systems Corporation (HHSC) selected SSFM
International, Inc. for the development of the RFQ/RFP for the $50
million Infrastructure Upgrade for 10 of their 12 public hospitals and
health care centers. The SSFM Team identified over 200 work tasks
that were used in the solicitation of RFP. The tasks focused on
energy saving initiatives as well as capital improvement projects.
The result confirmed that at least one half ($25 million) of the
upgrade will be financed by the savings in energy, water and fuel oil.
The implementation commenced in the fall of 2000. The RFQ was
advertised in August 1999 and the RFP in September 1999. A
recommendation for the selection of an Offeror was made in early
February 2000, in just 6 months from the date of the RFQ.
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Hokukano Ranch Visitors Center
Kealakekua, Hawaii, Hawaii
Hokukano Ranch, Inc.
Hokukano Ranch, Inc. is seeking to develop a visitor’s center on 5.6
acres in Kealakekua on the island of Hawaii. This visitor’s center will
serve as the greeting and operational center for ranch visitors and a
staging area for conducting ecotourism activities on the larger
12,000-acre Hokukano Ranch property. This center will include a
central commercial center containing office space, visitor registration
area, gift shop and other accessory facilities. Other accessory
structures and uses on the project site will include a craft shop,
greenhouse, small petting zoo and parking areas for visitors and
employees. SSFM was responsible for preparing and processing a
Change of Zone from the Single-Family Residential (RS-15) and
Agricultural Districts (A-1a) to the Village Commercial District (CV-
10) which included extensive consultation with County DWS and
DPW to address infrastructure requirements.
Hawaii Insight Meditation Center
Kapaau, Hawaii
Vipassana Hawaii
Vipassana Hawaii is a non-profit organization proposing to develop
Hawaii Insight Meditation Center complex on 15 acres of land in the
North Kohala district of the island of Hawaii. Design of the complex
incorporated an architectural style that is authentic and appropriate
to life in the tropical environment of North Kohala. Facilities planned
will consist of different types of housing facilities for guests and staff,
centralized complexes of buildings, and staff support facilities totaling
45,500 square feet of space. Facilities planned for the initial phase
of the project are intended to accommodate up to about 60 guests or
retreatants. Full build-out of the complex will accommodate up to a
maximum of 100 guests. SSFM was responsible for preparing a
Special Permit (15 acres or less) and assisting the client’s attorney
with its processing through the County Planning Commission.
A Study to Establish Benchmark Criteria and Assign
Benchmarks for U.S. Insular Areas
US Army Corp of Engineers
SSFM is responsible for conducting a study which determines criteria
for the establishment of benchmark indicators, and assigns
benchmarks for various government infrastructure and public
facilities in the U.S. Insular areas. The benchmark indicators are
measureable and expressed in quantitive terms using ESRI’s
ArcView as its platform software. This is being done for Tutuila in
the Territory of American Samoa, Ebeye and Majuro in the Republic
of the Marshall Islands, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk State and Yap
Islands in the Federated States of Micronesia, Saipan in the
Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas.
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Windward YMCA Access Road Improvements
Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii
YMCA of Honolulu
This project involved transportation planning to develop a new
access road and parking improvements to serve the Windward
YMCA, and preparing a traffic impact study. SSFM developed a
range of access alternatives and parking modifications, conducted
coordination efforts with agencies to address effects on the adjacent
heiau national landmark, and addressed easement issues from
adjacent churches. Work included conducting a traffic impact study
to address impacts to Kailua Road from the new access road and
expansion of YMCA facilities.
Kohanaiki Community Meeting Facilitation
Kohanaiki, Hawaii, Hawaii
The Mayor’s Office of Research and Development requested that
SSFM provide assistance with conducting and facilitating community
meetings on behalf of the County for the extremely controversial
Kohanaiki development. The Kohanaiki Resort is a 442-acre
development that had been halted due to litigation and community
opposition since the late 1980’s. The County needed assistance to
help facilitate discussion among parties to reach a consensus
allowing this project to move forward and avoid further litigation.
This development will now include a golf course, residential lots,
recreation and cultural shoreline amenities. SSFM served as the
neutral party for the County to help successfully facilitate a series of
meetings to finally address and resolve long standing concerns of
the community, the County, and the developer. With consensus
reached among parties, this development is now able to move
forward working with the community.
Primary Corridor Transportation Project
In-Town Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Component
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM provided professional services for the overall project
management of final EIS Phase for the City’s proposed Primary
Corridor Transportation Project. In addition, SSFM was responsible
for the project management and engineering services for the
preliminary engineering for the in-town portion of the project. The
project extends 27 miles from the City of Kapolei, past Pearlridge,
Pearl Harbor, Honolulu International Airport, to Downtown Honolulu,
and continuous eastward to the University of Hawaii at Manoa. The
inner city portion of the project extends from Middle Street to Waikiki
and to the University of Hawaii. SSFM developed a GIS system that
consisted of all project specific planning and pre-design information
to allow for easy data retrieval as well as a graphical project
management tool. The system was designed to show all of the
necessary alternatives, mitigative measures, design changes,
including color coordinated time schedules which allowed for visual
aids for public meetings as well as internal communication aids.
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Kahuku Sugar Mill
Kahuku, Oahu, Hawaii
Fort Street Investment Corporation
SSFM conducted planning research with the City and County of
Honolulu and other government agencies associated with project
site, including land use, entitlements and related conditions. SSFM
also conducted coordination and consultation efforts with other
government agencies associated with project related issues (e.g.
historic properties) which included meetings, preparing memos, and
research.
Traffic Calming Improvements - Various Neighborhoods
Various Neighborhoods, Oahu, Hawaii
Department of Transportation Services, City & County of
Honolulu
The City and County of Honolulu is constructing traffic calming
devices in several neighborhoods to address speeding vehicles and
make roads safer. Construction of devices such as bulb-outs,
medians, speed tables and roundabouts are designed to reduce
vehicle speed. The effectiveness of these devices is being
measured through the preparation of traffic studies in several of
these neighborhoods to evaluate before and after conditions. SSFM
is conducting traffic analysis for these devices to evaluate its
effectiveness. Information is being gathered for data such as vehicle
speed, concentration, and classification through the use of
pneumatic tubes and manual traffic data boards.
Kuliouou Wastewater Pump Station Modification and Force
Main Replacement Project
Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
Department of Design and Construction, City and County of
Honolulu
This $5.27 million project proposed rehabilitation improvements to
the Kuliouou Wastewater Collection System and Kuliouou
Wastewater Pump Station, which services residences in the
Kuliouou Valley area of East Honolulu. SSFM evaluated six
proposed improvements and its impact upon the surrounding
environment.
Pamahoa Residential Lots Subdivision
North Kona, Hawaii
Ho'awe LLC
SSFM was responsible for research and planning to obtain a Change
of Zone from the existing Agricultural District (A-1a) zoning to the
Single-Family Residential District (RS-15) zoning for four (4) lots
within the existing Pamahoa Estates Subdivision. With the Change
of Zone approval, this would effectively permit the creation of an
additional four residential lots within the existing subdivision.
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Niu Valley Feasibility Study for the Charles Lucas Residuary
Trust
Honolulu, Hawaii
Bank of Hawaii Investment Services Group
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM prepared a Preliminary Site Feasibility Assessment Report
(Feasibility Report) for the Bank of Hawaii (BOH), Trust Real Estate
Department, to evaluate the feasibility of developing single family
residences associated with two (2) parcels of land in Niu Valley
owned by the Charles Lucas Residuary Trust.
The Feasibility Report presents a description of the land parcels
involved and the findings of a preliminary assessment to identify
infrastructure and site development issues, and requirements
associated with its development for single-family residences.
Improvements assessed include driveway construction, structural
considerations, and site grading and erosion control. Also included
are descriptions of infrastructure improvements for existing storm
drainage, potable water, wastewater disposal, and electrical power
and communication systems.
The primary issue affecting these site’s development is vehicular
access due to the steep cliff face of a ridge present at the parcel’s
connection with Kalaniana‘ole Highway. Although the Trust owns
two parcels, it was determined that only a single-family residence
could be practicably developed due to the site conditions and
vehicular access issue. Three (3) options for the site’s residential
development have been developed which are primarily associated
with driveway access alternatives.
Existing Use Permit for Beverly Manor
Honolulu, Hawaii
The ARBA Group
Los Angeles, California
The ARBA Group has an existing nursing facility of about 59,300
square feet identified as Beverly Manor located in the Kalihi district of
the island of O‘ahu. The owner desires to obtain an Existing Use
Permit (EUP) for the Beverly Manor because it was constructed in
the 1970s and is considered a “non-conforming” use under the City’s
Land Use Ordinance. The EUP will allow the facility to be
recognized as a permitted use under the City’s zoning code, and can
be rebuilt to its current condition if damaged due to natural hazards.
SSFM prepared and processed an Existing Use Permit Application
for Beverly Manor with the City Department of Planning and
Permitting.
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Kamehameha Highway 8-Inch Mains
North Shore, Hawaii
Board of Water Supply, City and County of Honolulu
Honolulu, Hawaii
The City Board of Water Supply is constructing water line
improvements serving the Hale‘iwa community of the North Shore
district of the island of O‘ahu. Work involves constructing four (4)
water line segments along Kamehameha Highway near Hale‘iwa
Beach Park along with some residential streets in the area.
SSFM prepared and processed land use permits required for this
water line project because of its location along the shoreline and
across several major streams. These permits consisted of:
1) Special District Permit (Minor) for the Hale‘iwa Special District; 2)
pre-construction notification for coverage under Nationwide Permit
No. 12 (Utility Line Activities); and 3) a Noise Variance from the State
Department of Health for construction work at night.
Other work tasks associated with this project consisted of: 1)
consulting with the SHPD regarding archaeological issues and
obtaining approval of a monitoring plan, 2) obtaining confirmation
from the City DPP that the project is exempt from Special
Management Area requirements, and 3) presentations to the North
Shore Neighborhood Board and the Haleiwa Main Street association.
Miyoshiike Hawaii Koi Farming Project
Mililani, Hawaii
Japan Koi Online, Inc.
Menifee, California
Japan Koi Online, Inc. developed a koi farm in the Mililani
Agricultural Park. The first phase of this project consisted of 10
acres with an additional 40 acres planned for expansion in the future.
SSFM assisted the Client in completing design work and permitting
to allow for its construction. This work consisted of obtaining an
exemption from a City grubbing and grading permit under a
Cooperative Agreement for the Mililani Agricultural Park with the
West Oahu Soil and Water Conservation District. A conservation
plan was developed and approved by this District prior to its
construction in consultation with the Natural Resources Conservation
Service.
A wastewater permit from the State DOH, Wastewater Division was
also obtained. Work consisted of consultation with the State DOH,
and preparing an engineering report and permit application that was
subject to their rules and requirements. The engineering report
addressed both the treatment of wastewater from the koi farm along
with the disposal of treated wastewater.
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Hilo Bayfront Beach Park Master Planning and Redevelopment
Hilo, Hawai‘i
SSFM provided Project Management and Civil Engineering services
for the Hilo Bayfront Beach Park Master Planning and
Redevelopment project. Hilo Bayfront Beach Park , a quarter-mile of
black sand beach, is the center of canoe racing and other activities
such as kayaking, windsurfing, thrill craft and small sailboats for all of
East Hawai‘i. Currently, the canoe halau structures lack building
permits, and because of their location within the VE Flood Zone, they
would not be able to receive permits with their current design
Leeward Homeless Shelters – Our Lady of Keaau Site
DAGS Job No. 12-33-7276
Our Lady of Keaau, Makua
SSFM was the Project Manager, Planner, and Civil engineer for pre-
design services for a proposed transitional housing facility at the Our
Lady of Keaau site in Makua. Tasks included site investigations,
topographic surveys, infrastructure layout and cost estimates.
Estimated construction cost $7 million.
Keauhou Mauka Land Use Commission Petition Support
Kahalu‘u-Keauhou, North Kona, Hawai‘i
Kamehameha Investment Corporation
Provided planning and civil engineering services in support of
Kamehameha Investment Corporation’s Keauhou Mauka project.
The 488-acre project includes a 300-400 lot residential subdivision,
portions of a previously permitted golf course, and related amenities.
Planning services included coordination of work efforts by project
team members for the Land Use Commission petition on behalf of
the owner. SSFM also prepared the Preliminary Engineering Report
in support of the petition.
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Representative GIS Project Experience
The following is a list of representative projects where SSFM provided a combination of GIS and
Information Technology services:
GIS PROJECT EXPERIENCE
St. Francis Hospital Program Management and Development
Support, Liliha Campus, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided services required for the Due Diligence Report of the
existing site conditions at the St. Francis Health Systems Hawaii
Liliha Campus. The report included research of existing
literature/documents on the site conditions as follows: (1)
Topographic Survey or other surveys; (2) Environmental documents;
(3) Location and capacity of existing utilities (i.e.: water, sewer,
drainage, electrical, gas, phone, cable, etc.); and, Plans,
specifications and other design related documents associated with
buildings/structures constructed on the campus. The final deliverable
included the hard copy report as well as an interactive Geographic
information system (GIS) allowing St. Francis Facilities Management
to easily reference all information via secured web service (GIS
Online).
Estimated Cost: Not Applicable
Coastal and Marine Spatial Analysis Tool
Statewide Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for the Development of a Coastal
and Marine Spatial Analysis Tool (Analysis Tool). This Analysis Tool
shall incorporated web-based GIS technology, and produce spatial
and tabular information for governmental planning and permitting
purposes. The Analysis Tool examined regulatory criteria derived
from state statutes, county ordinances, and administrative rules within
existing processes. The tool produced information in electronic form
regarding the environmental conditions and human activities in the
area where a specific permit is issued.
Estimated Cost: $148,756 (fees)
Lihue Development Plan Update
Island of Kauai, Lihue, Hawaii
SSFM updated the existing Lihue Development Plan which included:
formulation of Special Planning areas and land use community
related special studies/policies/mapping pertaining to economic,
housing, agriculture, recreation, social, environmental, culture, and
historic resources, infrastructure, traffic circulation, demographics,
growth projections and scenarios and build out analyses, urban
design, and other land use issues, analyses of community zoning
issues, smart growth concepts and implementation alternatives;
public participation/education and meeting facilitation; geographic
information systems (GIS) mapping and new layer development;
consistency/implementation of County General Plan
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recommendations pertaining to region; and consideration of policy
and design recommendations and implementation strategies
proposed by the Lihue Town Core Urban Design Plan, the Lihue-
Hanamaulu Urban Design Plan, the Lihue Civic Center Master Plan,
the Sustainable Design Assessment Team (SDAT) Report, and other
applicable public facilities and transportation plans relating to the
project area.
Estimated cost $700,000 (fees)
Hawaii State Civil Defense Emergency Warning Sirens Statewide
Planning Phase 2
Various Locations in Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for securing site
approvals for approximately 200 sites Statewide, including
government permits/approvals, landowner approvals for each site,
and assisting in preparation of the disposition documents. This work
also included the Installation of new composite poles, installation of
new digital sirens, and removal of existing pole/siren where required.
GIS work involves developing a system for DAGS to utilize the State
ArcGIS Online platform for the State DOD Emergency Warning
Sirens Modernization Program for the purpose of improving efficiency
of file management and file sharing within the DOD and DAGS project
management team.
Estimated Construction Cost: $16 million
Facilities Project Management and Tracking Database System
for the Department of Education
Statewide Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for the development of a project
management tracking system with software applications that
consisted of the tools to identify, catalogue, and report on the
condition and status of facilities at all 256 public schools statewide.
The purpose of developing the Facilities Project Management and
Tracking Database System (aka: FACTRAK) was to support the
strategic goal of providing a safe environment for students to learn. It
enabled the DOE to inventory and monitor assets, assisted in
planning managing resources. The custom applications developed
include ESRI’s ArcIMS Geographic Information System as well as
.NET and .ASP web programming which allowed for an accurate
inventory of assets within its exact location (global coordinates).
Features: Online GIS
Notable layers include all schools, high school
boundaries, political boundaries, parcels and roads
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Kilauea Elementary School Historic Cafeteria Relocation
Environmental Assessment
Kilauea, Kauai, Hawaii
SSFM provided professional planning services for the development of
a new cafeteria, relocate the existing cafeteria building, and
implement accessory improvements at Kilauea Elementary School.
In addition, the planning work included an Environmental Assessment
that incorporates the May 1999 Kilauea Elementary School Master
Plan (MP) prepared by Yamasato, Fujiwara, Aoki & Associates Inc.
GIS Uses:
Features: Visualization in EA, Public Mtg and KHPRC
Presentation
Notable layers include Aerial Photos, Zoning, Historic
Buildings, Exceptional Trees, Flood
Ewa Makai Middle School
Environmental Assessment
Ewa, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Planning Consultant responsible for the preparation
and processing of an Environmental Assessment (EA) in accordance
with State environmental requirements for this new school facility.
The EA was prepared to comply with State Chapter 343, HRS
regulatory requirements and the State Department of Health’s Title
11, Chapter 200, Administrative rules.
Features: EA Figures and Hazardous Soils Testing
Notable Layers include Aerial Photos, Soils Testing
West Oahu / Farrington Highway Guideway Design-Build Project
Environmental Constraints Maps
Kapolei to Waipahu, Oahu
The SSFM Planning Group was responsible for environmental
compliance of this segment of the guideway, the first segment of the
Honolulu High Capacity Transit Corridor (HHCTC) Project. Services
involved preparing a Design Environmental Compliance Plan and
geo-referenced database of several hundred mitigation and permit
conditions. A key element was preparation of Environmental
Constraint Maps using ESRI’s GIS platforms, ArcReader and
ArcMap. These ECP maps were a tool that enhanced design
engineers and reviewers to communicate with each other, identifying
risks and mitigation conditions. The user-friendly format allowed
users to visualize mitigation requirements as they would appear in the
field and then drill down to original source and reference documents.
Features: Over 25 separate layers
GIS Advantage: Data Integration, Mitigation to
Design Interface, and Unlimited accessibility
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Design-Build Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening, Phase 2
Kona, Hawaii
SSFM led the Design Team for this Design Build project. The project
included: design and construction services to widen Queen
Kaahumanu from the existing two (2) lanes to a four (4) lane divided
highway. SSFM prepared and maintained an accurate geo-
referenced database of this project in ArcServer and ArcMap. This
involved collecting all public geo-referenced information within the
project area and developing accurate layers containing this project-
sensitive data. The GIS work mainly involved the mapping and
proximity analysis of sensitive archaeological and cultural sites to the
design. This involved using GPS to verify and document the
locations of the sensitive sites, the compilation and integration of
multiple program files into a single GIS platform, and publishing geo-
referenced data maps using ArcServer to make all information
available to the entire Project Team via the internet.
Features: ArcServer Configuration and Deployment, Creation of
Archaeological and Cultural Layers, Integration of
Design into ArcMap, Data Server Hosting &
Maintenance, Use of GPS with Sub-Meter Accuracy,
Web-GIS User Interface Customization and
Development
Hawaii Island Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan
Hilo, Hawaii
SSFM was contracted to assist the County of Hawaii (County),
Planning Department, to develop a Flood Hazard Mitigation Plan,
which will be a component, or portion thereof, of the County of
Hawaii’s Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. SSFM conducted a field
investigation based on Repetitive Loss Data provided by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency. We were responsible for taking
digital photographs, digitizing any Flood Insurance Maps that were
not previously Digitized by FEMA and coordinating with various
agencies for critical structure and highway location data. The data
collected was analyzed for future mitigation of flooding and
incorporated into an overall Flood Mitigation Report. SSFM provided
all GIS shape files and Meta Data required for the Overall County of
Hawaii Flood Mitigation Report.
Features: FIRM Map Creation, Creation of all Critical Structure
Layers, Creation of 100 year flood data layers,
Integration and Creation of Parcel and Community
related layers, As Needed User Training
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Benchmarking US Insular Areas
Federated States of Micronesia, Republic of Palau, Marshall
Islands, American Samoa and the Northern Marianas
SSFM was responsible for conducting a study which determined
criteria for the establishment of benchmark indicators, and assigned
benchmarks for various government infrastructure and public facilities
in the U.S. Insular areas. The benchmark indicators were
measureable and expressed in quantitive terms using ESRI’s
ArcView as its platform software. This was done for Tutuila in the
Territory of American Samoa, Ebeye and Majuro in the Republic of
the Marshall Islands, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Chuuk State and Yap Islands
in the Federated States of Micronesia, Saipan in the Commonwealth
of the Northern Marianas.
Features: Creation of all Infrastructure Layers (Airport,
Hospitals, Roads, Schools, Harbors, and
Government Buildings), including the digitization of
site plans and linked photographs.
Customization of Benchmarking rating system and
condition trend analysis
User Training on GPS use, Digital Photography use,
rating system and GIS data capture and later
creation (1 week long)
Kapaa-Kealia Bike and Pedestrian Path
Kapaa, Kauai, Hawaii
SSFM was responsible for the overall project management of this
project which included development of a master plan, Environmental
Assessment, and discretionary land use permits. Master Plan
development included inventory of shoreline conditions, conducting
community workshops on the development of path alternatives,
amenities, developing plans and perspective drawings for path and
amenities, GIS data base and 3-D modeling of route, and having a
public informational meeting.
Features: GIS Programming
Hawaii Island Commercial Harbor Master Plan
Kawaihae Harbor and Hilo Harbor
Island of Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the formulation of
commercial harbor master plans and the development of critical
commercial harbor infrastructure (e.g., piers, cargo yards, passenger
terminals, etc.) at Kawaihae and Hilo Harbors. The work in Hilo was
primarily an update of the existing Masterplan. The work at Kawaihae
included integrating multiple uses such as military, small boats,
commercial, future passenger and possible relocation of fuel storage
plus internal circulation issues.
Features: GIS Programming
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Paia Bypass Road Project, Master Plan and EIS
Paia, Maui, Hawaii
Project No. STP-361-1 (11)
SSFM was responsible for community involvement, planning, and
conceptual design analyses, preliminary engineering services
necessary to prepare and process an Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS) meeting both Federal and State requirements for the
"Paia Bypass Road" for the Paia Community on the Island of Maui.
Work involves GIS of constraints and 3-D modeling.
Features: GIS Programming
North Kona Improvement District Implementation Plan
County of Hawaii
SSFM assisted the County of Hawaii with a broad regional sewerage
master plan including all un-sewered areas of the North Kona region
extending from Kealakehe and Kaloko to Honokohau Harbor and
north to the Lands of Kau. SSFM utilized GIS to develop a specific
and detailed implementation plan for an improvement district
including necessity and feasibility, proposed boundaries and listing of
proposed real properties subject to assessment. Data, survey, maps,
drawings, details and specifications as required.
Features: Creation of all Project related proposed alternatives
and Integration and Creation of Parcel and
Community related layers
Statewide Fiber Optic Ductline Project
Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Lanai, Maui, & Hawaii
State of Hawaii
As the prime consultant in the construction of underground fiber optic
ductlines SSFM used GIS to assist in the planning, project
management and design. The project is located within the rights-of-
ways of State Department of Transportation (DOT) highway
facilities, various County roadway facilities, and some Department of
Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL)-owned roads to provide service to
DHHL homestead areas on the various Islands. The network will be
an all-fiber optic cable network, and it will be independent of any
existing networks in the State of Hawaii. Construction activities shall
consist of a combination of open trench construction, horizontal
directional drilling, and bridge attachments. Bridge attachment work
includes the analysis of the effects of the attachment of the proposed
fiber optic ductline and verification of the adequacy of the existing
bridge superstructure elements affected by the attachment.
Features: Creation of all Project Related Data Layers State
Wide
Integration of Parcel and Community related layers
available online
As Needed User Training
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Statewide Transportation Plan
Job STP 1-900-PLAN
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for this contract with the State of
Hawaii Department of Transportation that addressed the formulation
of a statewide, multi-modal transportation plan. The plan intended to
provide transportation professionals and decision makers with a
framework to be used in the planning of Hawaii’s transportation
system. The work included extensive public involvement and
outreach, collaboration with the modal divisions of the HDOT and its
county partners, and a detailed research effort on all of the related
technical issues.
Features: Map of natural resources, environmental constraints,
critical habitat, land management areas, and
conformity with plans prepared by natural resource
and land management agencies
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We approach each
project candidly and
never promise more
than we can deliver;
we listen to our
clients and look out
for their best
interests; and, we
will always be
responsive.
Name & Title Agency/Company
Address
Telephone No. &
Email Address
Mr. Jerry Watanabe
Director of Facilities
Planning & Construction
University of Hawaii at
Hilo
Facilities Planning &
Construction
200 W. Kawili Street
Hilo, Hawaii 96720-
4091
(808) 974-7595
jerrywat@hawaii.edu
Mr. Ken Tatsuguchi
Planning Branch
Manager
State of Hawaii
Department of
Transportation
Highways Division,
Planning Branch
869 Punchbowl Street,
5th Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
(808) 587-1830
ken.tatsuguchi@hawaii.gov
Ms. Lea Kaiaokamalie
Long Range Plan
Branch
Planning Department
County of Kauai
4444 Rice Street, A473
Lihue, Hawaii 96766
(808) 241-4061
lkaiokamalie@kauai.gov
Ms. Kelly Cruz
Engineering Branch
City & County of
Honolulu
Department of
Transportation Services
650 S. King Street, 3rd
Floor
Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
(808) 768-8320
kcruz@honolulu.gov
Ms. April J.
Surprenant, AICP, AIA
Manager of Long Range
Planning & Board of
Appeals
County of Hawaii,
Planning Department
101 Pauahi Street, Suite
3
Hilo, HI 96720
(808) 961-8131
april.surprenant@hawaiicounty.gov
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CORE
COMPETENCIES
SSFM International is a Hawaii-based, minority-owned business founded in
1959, incorporated in the State of Hawaii in 1961, and 100% employee
owned. We provide professional services for program development, project
management, planning, civil engineering, structural engineering, traffic
engineering, and construction management assignments throughout the
Pacific Region. In addition to the headquarters office in Honolulu, SSFM has
offices on the islands of Hawaii, Maui, and Kauai, as well as in Guam,
Okinawa (Japan), and Manila (Republic of the Philippines). SSFM’s core
competencies include the following:
GENERAL
QUALIFICATIONS
Our practice is far reaching, but we’re always reverential to our Hawaiian
Island roots. We find ways for our clients to succeed and manage simple to
complex projects from concept and planning through design and
construction, navigating procedural and logistical hurdles to realize highly
effective conclusions.
Our six decades of experience in the Pacific Region means we know the
people, the places, the customs and the challenges of bringing projects to life
throughout this region. Our people are connected to the local opportunities,
issues and challenges. We have a vested interest in sustainability and
resiliency for each community.
As we enter our 7th decade, we face a dramatically changing world. The
threats to our islands make preserving our environmental riches as
imperative of the way we practice. We are committed to incorporating long-
term, sustainable, and resilient solutions in all that we do.
Our practice has solidified the foundation of our firm and established the core
values that guide our professional and personal behavior. Our values drive
how we treat our clients, our communities and above all, each other.
Our corporate sustainability goals include:
a commitment to reduce the cost of energy, operation, and maintenance
to efficiently use water resources and other natural resources
to reduce waste and pollution
to increase building and component durability
to use locally available and produced building products
commitment to the LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design)
standard, as a member of the U.S. Green Building Council
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Our state-of-the-art technologies and extensive in-house computer resources
enable the SSFM staff to fully plan, manage and execute in order to optimize
projects and integrate team effort on any scale and of any complexity. Our
commitment to maximizing the use of technology in all aspects of our
operations permits us to provide timely, cost-efficient quality work products
that meet or exceed applicable regulations and industry standards. With
information technology firmly embedded throughout our team delivery
business practice, SSFM is recognized for being the program and project
management, planning, and engineering consultant of choice for numerous
Owners and Clients.
Major strengths which SSFM brings to each project assignment are:
Mobility and flexibility
Our aggressive geographic approach
Our willingness to explore and implement non-traditional project
approaches
A highly-qualified technical staff to meet all Client expectations
The involvement of principals and senior project managers in a
hands-on manner so that project commitments and decisions are
made in real time
Our commitment to meet or beat tight schedules
A competitive advantage for our Clients due to our and overriding
commitment to succeed
The SSFM attitude of partnering with the entire Project Team in order
to successfully deliver project assignments
PROJECT
MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATIONS
Project Management is more than a primary core competency
of SSFM – it is the critical component of our strategy to
ensure success time after time for our clients and their
projects. We offer proven processes and highly qualified
personnel, all in-place to provide excellence in project
management. We fully realize that we are judged on our
overall performance—from management to overall quality,
real-time responsiveness and cost controls. Bottom line, we recognize this
simple reality: SSFM is successful only when our clients’ projects are
successful.
SSFM brings to bear a staff of experienced senior project managers with
demonstrated track records of successfully managed projects of varying
sizes and complexities. Our senior project managers are diverse in their
qualifications and experiences. As a direct result, they are better able to
provide a wide range of highly effective solutions on behalf of our clients.
Most important of all, the common approach by all of our senior project
managers is to look at individual project assignments through the eyes of the
client.
Project management services provided by SSFM include:
Owner’s Representation Services
Contract Administration
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Project Coordination
Basic Criteria Documentation
Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Infrastructure and Facilities Master Plans and Feasibility Studies
Condition Assessments
As Project Managers, we assist Owners/Clients in defining the project,
developing the scope of work, preparing requests for proposal (RFP) or
requests for qualifications (RFQ), and in assisting with the selection of
required professional services. Ultimately, we provide our combined
expertise as a representative of the Owner/Client and manage the project on
their behalf.
Our Project Managers are responsible for the following:
Communicate routinely, assist with implementation of project delivery
strategies, and assist with brainstorming and development of
solutions.
Ensure project control via overall coordination and management of
projects, from inception through completion.
Develop the quality control section of the Project Management Plan
to identify the specific level and quality control of the engineering
services, conceptual design and/or environmental planning study.
Identify Stakeholders and determine their requirements; manage and
influence those requirements to ensure a successful project.
Analyze and fully understand the specific mission-needs of the
Project, and task a matrix team of multi-discipline professionals.
Articulate the Client's goals and objectives to the Project Team
members and external groups.
Provide clarification and accurate documentation of the scope of
work for the entire Project Team.
Execute planning of the project in all aspects of definition, schedule
and budget.
Coordination and scheduling of sub-consultants.
Monitor the progress of the project to determine actual work
accomplished versus cost-to-date versus budget.
Perform appropriate actions to maintain project schedule and budget.
Record meeting minutes and memoranda of significant events and
decisions.
Serve as the single point-of-contact for the Client.
Coordinate all conceptual, design and technical reviews.
Conduct quality assurance audits.
Coordinate, prepare, and print all contract documents.
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PLANNING
QUALIFICATIONS
The Strategic Services Group (SSG) at SSFM provides
planning, traffic engineering, and environmental services for a
wide range of projects in the State of Hawaii and the Pacific
Region. SSG is composed of highly qualified and experienced
professionals with the requisite technical qualifications and
diverse project experience to effectively design, manage, and
conduct complex planning processes. Our projects frequently
bring together multi-disciplinary teams that work with government agencies
and community members to identify shared visions and implementable
solutions for transportation, infrastructure, land use, climate change, and
other issues important to communities.
Our aim is always to devise effective and innovative solutions that are
transformative to a project, mitigate obstacles, and deliver results. We build in
context-sensitive and inclusive community engagement processes to build
and document support from key stakeholders. Tools such as geographic
information system (GIS) mapping, websites, story maps, graphic renderings,
branding, and other visual elements are incorporated into all of our projects
for effective communication and transparency. We also utilize work plans,
schedules, and other project management resources to monitor project
status, keep clients and project teams informed and provide responsive
communication.
We offer a full suite of environmental planning and permitting services for
projects at all scales, from large-scale master planned developments to
resource management and restoration projects. Our environmental planners
have an excellent understanding of land use, environmental and public
participation requirements and are able to deliver results under demanding
project schedules and constraints. We develop a comprehensive scope of
services for the necessary work tasks and agency requirements relative to
the circumstances for each unique project, including its surrounding
community area.
Our range of services includes:
Long-Range Community and Land Use Planning
SSFM has led a number of award-winning long-range planning processes at
the State, County, and regional levels. Our processes are innovative,
inclusive, and transparent, with the intention of bringing together technical,
agency, and stakeholder goals and knowledge to create plans that are
implementable and embraced by the community. We have a proven track
record for completing complex plans on time and within budget, as well as
establishing groundwork for implementation.
Federal NEPA and State HRS Chapter 343 Compliance (EIS, EA, and
Categorical Exclusion)
We are well versed in the regulatory requirements and procedures
associated with preparing and processing NEPA environmental compliance
documents, including State of Hawaii HRS Chapter 343 documents. In
addition to being the primary authors, we manage specialized teams
preparing technical studies involving traffic, archaeology, culture, biological
resources, socioeconomics, air quality, noise, marine and fresh water quality,
and hazardous materials. We coordinate all project team work tasks and
deliverables to meet established schedules, achieve project milestones, and
ensure quality of reports. We are experienced in developing environmental
mitigation tracking databases for use during design and construction.
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Assistance with Federal NEPA Agency Consultations
We regularly prepare for and assist federal agencies who need to conduct
consultations in compliance with federal and requirements for Section 7 of
the Endangered Species Act, Section 106 of the Historic Preservation Act,
Section 4(f) of the Department of Transportation Act, Section 404, Section
6(f) of the Land and Water Conservation Act and Essential Fish Habitat. We
understand the importance of conducting consultations early and often with
resource agencies.
Discretionary Land Use Approvals and Permitting
We maintain a close working relationship with Federal, State and County
resource agencies that accept, process and approve discretionary permits
such as, USACE Honolulu District Section 10 and 404 Permits, Department
of Health Section 401 Water Quality Certification, Coastal Zone
Management, County Special Management Areas and Shoreline Setbacks
Areas, zoning and land use approvals.
Policy Planning, Inter-agency Agreements and Creative Re-Organization
We utilize our experiences and network to seek collaboration for the benefit
of all parties. A significant element of SSFM’s value to clients is over a half
century of relationships and knowing who to call. Success means that new
strategies achieve client goals while adding to the benefits and returns for all
collaborators, partner agencies, stakeholders, and the community at large.
Traffic Engineering, Traffic Impact Analysis and Transportation Planning
Our Traffic Engineers provide analysis and engineering design to forecast,
model and plan for multi-modal transportation systems. We are experts at
identifying and programing effective complete streets improvements to
maximize multi-modal opportunities and efficiency. We provide transportation
planning to help transportation systems effectively and efficiently move
people and goods, influence urban development, affect economic vitality, and
impact quality of life.
Climate Change Adaptation and Resilience
SSFM has been instrumental in projects to address resilience and climate
adaptation across the state. This work has included preparing an economic
recovery strategy to safeguard Hawai‘i’s small businesses from natural
disasters, leading a project to explore managed retreat as a key part of
Hawai‘i’s climate adaptation strategy, and establishing resilient design
principles for urban development in Honolulu. Our team stays at the forefront
of climate science and policy through our projects and participation in events
and conversations statewide.
Master & Implementation Planning
We provide long-range strategic guidance for orderly development and
support to guide projects through environmental, government and community
processes.
Environmental Planning & Compliance
We provide environmental planning and impact analysis that result in
strategies which are contextually sensitive, sustainable and garner approvals.
Context Sensitive Solutions, Public Engagement and Outreach
We develop innovative and inclusive public and agency participation plans for
managing community relations, public outreach and stakeholder involvement
as necessary to meet NEPA or other requirements. We engage stakeholders
through a variety of digital and in-person methods to gather and document
input and support throughout the planning process.
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GIS, Graphics, and Mapping
We provide a comprehensive suite of graphic design services to effectively
communicate project goals and proposed solutions. We utilize the latest
practical applications of GIS in projects which may include use of custom
applications, out-of-the-box solution applications, and real-time data entry
and sharing via cloud storage databases.
Transit-Oriented Development
We provide master planning, engineering, project and construction
management to take TOD projects from inception through construction.
PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION &
INFORMATION
QUALIFICATIONS
Public participation and the timely release of pertinent information is crucial
for a major public improvement or private sector improvement involving public
infrastructure since projects of this nature directly affect not only the facility
users but also the surrounding businesses and residents. All of these
stakeholders need to be kept fully informed, updated and involved in the
process. Adequate public input and communication greatly reduces both the
public’s collective concerns and potential project delays due to
misinformation. Many times the goal in our public participation process is to
achieve higher levels of commitment toward change.
Our basic approach involves:
Interactive Approach: Establishing and maintaining throughout the
process meaningful regular and interactive contact among all of the
parties.
Work Sessions: Regular work sessions involving all of the interested
parties.
Consensus Building Process: A process that includes initial meeting
with the entire decision-making group, interviews and/or focus
groups, and charrettes/workshops.
Our Principals and Project Managers have extensive experience in
preparing and delivering presentations to Clients, Facility Users,
Owners, and to the general public for project planning,
announcements, utility outages and other potential topics of concern.
GIS AND
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY
SYSTEMS
EXPERIENCE &
QUALIFICATIONS
SSFM provides application based GIS
and information technology services
with a focus on providing cost-efficient,
flexible, and user-friendly desktop,
enterprise, or web-based management
tools. These services provide our
clients with efficient management of
substantial amounts of geo-based
information data which allow our
clients to successfully manage
complex and large-scale project
development and operations. We help
our clients collect data and implement
visualization tools which use state-of-the-art software and systems.
Representative services that SSFM provides are:
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Document and Data Asset Management
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System Integration and Web-based Enterprise Systems
Graphic Design and Presentation Development
3D Rendering and Modeling
Web Development and Hosting
SSFM works closely with clients to design and implement cost-effective
spatial solutions and routinely uses GIS to capture, manage, manipulate,
analyze, model and display geographically referenced data. We integrate
GIS with other capabilities such as Global Positioning Systems and numerical
modeling. SSFM’s GIS and IT specialists will design the architecture and
data schemas, integrate functional systems and deploy robust database
solutions, including Oracle, MS Access, SQL and other database
technologies. We will customize maps, views, user interfaces and databases
to meet client needs and specifications as well as planned and developed
.NET and .ASP web-based solutions for consolidated systems.
SSFM has applied GIS for:
Land development project assignments including planning,
engineering, marketing, and operations/maintenance databases
Facilities and infrastructure planning, engineering, and
operations/maintenance databases
Database archiving and retrieval
Document Management
Public Outreach and Hearings
Environmental Mitigation Compliance Tracking
CIVIL
ENGINEERING
QUALIFICATIONS
Guided by our deep commitment to innovation, technological
leadership, professionalism, responsiveness, and teamwork,
SSFM International, Inc. is widely recognized for benefiting its
clients with innovative, unique, and award-winning civil
engineering projects of the highest quality and value. In this
way, SSFM continually strives to be at the forefront of this
field.
The civil engineering aspect of our business includes timely, cost-effective
and innovative services for planning and design of site development,
transportation systems, and utility infrastructure projects for both public and
private sector clients. Our services encompass all phases of project
development from feasibility assessments through design development and
construction. Our civil engineering experience includes the following:
Aviation Facilities, including Runways, Taxiways, and Aprons
Context Sensitive Design
Geospatial Analysis and Mapping, including Surface Modeling and
Earthwork Analysis
Highways and Roads, including Complete Streets
Infrastructure Mapping and Modeling
Land Development
Ocean Outfalls
Parks and Recreational Facilities
Permitting, including NPDES, UIC, Corps of Engineer, Water Quality
Certifications, SCAP
Site Development, including Master Planning and Site Selection
Studies
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Stormwater Management
Sustainable Design
Traffic Studies
Utility Systems, including Water and Wastewater Systems
Waterfront Facilities
SSFM is also well versed in Low Impact Development (LID). LID is an
approach to land development that works with nature to manage stormwater
runoff close to its source to protect water quality. The goal of LID is to
employs techniques such as preserving and recreating natural landscape
features, minimizing site imperviousness to create functional and visually
appealing site drainage that treats stormwater as a resource rather than a
waste product. Examples of ways in which SSFM has implemented LID
include bio-retention facilities, rain gardens, vegetated rooftops, rain barrels,
and permeable pavement. By implementing LID principles and practices, the
landscape functions close to predevelopment hydrologic conditions, reducing
surface runoff, pollution damage to lakes, streams and coastal waters, and
the need for conventional drainage infrastructure.
Our project delivery services include:
Infrastructure and Facility Master Planning
Condition Assessments
Conceptual Designs
Schematic Designs
Contract Documents Preparation
Construction Administration
Our engineers have extensive experience in design-build, design-bid-build,
and design-assist-build delivery of projects. Complementing our extensive
civil engineering capabilities, SSFM engineers are expected to apply “out-of-
the-box” thinking that lead to comprehensive solutions to problems and
challenges. These skilled engineers include former government personnel
who maintain close working relationships with various government agencies.
Key members of our Civil Engineering Group have planned, designed and
managed construction projects in Hawaii, throughout the Pacific Region and
in a several Asian countries.
TRAFFIC
ENGINEERING
QUALIFICATIONS
SSFM provides a full range of traffic engineering services,
blending practical approaches with technical innovations to
develop context-sensitive solutions that work for the
community and our clients. We focus on improving
transportation system performance and providing the best
value for accommodating multimodal users, improving
operations, and solving capacity problems. Our traffic
engineers and civil engineers have extensive experience in planning and
designing a wide range of multimodal transportation projects for both public
and private sector clients.
We have significant experience in transportation planning, traffic operations
analysis, and transportation design projects and have been a statewide
leader in advancing complete streets policies and principles, as well as Vision
Zero. SSFM was instrumental in establishing the complete streets design
standards and programs for the City and County of Honolulu and Hawaii
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County.
Traffic Planning
Complete streets and development of multimodal design standards
Multimodal transportation planning
Route planning
Traffic engineering studies and traffic management planning
Transportation corridor studies
Transit system studies
Circulation studies
Route location studies
ITS planning and alternative development
Access control management
Traffic Operations Analysis
Transportation modeling and analysis
Traffic simulation of signalized arterials and freeway corridors
Roundabout and advanced interchange/intersection design
Transportation Design Services
Roadway geometrics
Intersection reconfiguration
Signage
Traffic calming
Bikeways and bike paths
Traffic signals
Traffic control
Bus bays and pads
SSFM is active with the Institute of Transportation Engineering (ITE) and is
knowledgeable in the design guidelines of the American Association of State
Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and Manual on Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). We have experience with various CAD and
traffic data collection analysis programs in addition to traffic software
packages including Highway Capacity Software (HCS), Synchro traffic signal
software, SimTraffic traffic simulation software, TransCAD transportation
planning software, and VISSIM multi-modal traffic simulation software.
STRUCTURAL
ENGINEERING
QUALIFICATIONS
Our structural engineering services encompass the planning
and design of new construction, renovation, alteration,
rehabilitation or repair of buildings, bridges, temporary
structures and other structural systems. We are familiar and
experienced in designing structural systems constructed of
steel, reinforced concrete, pre-cast and pre-stressed
concrete, post-tensioned concrete, concrete masonry, and timber.
The extensive breadth and depth of our structural engineering projects span
throughout Hawaii, the Pacific Region and Asia, distinguishing SSFM as the
firm of choice for many clients.
We provide economical and unique design solutions from conceptual design
through construction administration for buildings, public works projects, and
related civil structures. Our structural engineering project types include:
Airport Terminal Facilities
Antennas and Observation
Munitions Storage
Facilities
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Towers
Condominiums &
Apartments
Forensic Structural
Investigations
Golf Course Clubhouses
Harbor, Pier and Wharf
Facilities
Highway Maintenance
Platforms
Highways, Roads, & Bridges
Hotels and Resorts
Industrial Facilities & Power
Plants
Laboratory & Research
Facilities
Library & School Campus
Facilities
Maintenance & Operations
Facilities
Medical Facilities
Multi-Level Parking Structures
Office Buildings
Rehabilitation and Repair
Projects
Repair of Corroded Steel
Structures
Seismic Retrofits
Shopping & Entertainment
Centers
Single Family Homes &
Townhouses
Underwater Structural
Inspections
Walls & Retaining
Structures
Warehouse Facilities
Wastewater Treatment
Plants
Water Tanks
Waterfront Development
Areas
Weapons Assembly
Buildings
Unique Structures
Our project delivery services include:
Infrastructure and Facility Master Planning
Condition Assessments
Conceptual Designs
Schematic Designs
Contract Documents Preparation
Construction Administration
Our engineers have extensive experience in design-build, design-bid-build,
and design-assist-build delivery of projects.
SSFM structural engineers always foster good working relationships with our
clients through close communications, understanding of their expectations,
responsiveness, and close support during and after each assignment. We
have an in-house network of highly-qualified professionals who have
established close working relationships with various agencies and who can
provide clients with quick on-site inspections and timely solutions to
problems.
To complement our structural engineering capabilities, SSFM emphasizes
the continued professional development of its engineers through a variety of
special training courses and educational seminars to ensure that they remain
on the cutting edge of this discipline.
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CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT
QUALIFICATIONS
SSFM’s in-depth technical and management experience with
large-scale projects, including architectural/structural
(building) and civil engineering projects, gives us the ability to
manage myriad complexities during the construction process.
Our core CM Group, responsible for the development of major
and minor projects, is comprised of principals, engineers, and technicians
who are totally versed in a versatile array of construction issues. This core
group provides the leadership capabilities and experiences needed to
effectively manage a project. Our management methodology provides an
intensely structured participation process that leads to achievement of the
client's goals.
The construction management philosophy at SSFM is to serve as the client’s
representative in a proactive, no-nonsense, comprehensive manner. This
primary mission is consistently conveyed to all staff members throughout
each phase of the project.
PROACTIVE means that SSFM project personnel continually seek
opportunities to improve the quality of construction, anticipate
problems before they occur, and recommend realistic solutions in a
timely and professional manner.
NO-NONSENSE means that problems (both potential and real) are
openly discussed and addressed in a straight-forward manner.
Parties involved are brought together to jointly seek realistic
solutions. These procedures are normally established during
partnering sessions and or the pre-construction meeting prior to the
onset of construction and are reinforced during the weekly meetings.
COMPREHENSIVE means that each and every function in the
construction management scope of work is supported to the
satisfaction of the client. This is accomplished through the
assignment of qualified and experienced personnel, and the
identification of backup personnel to accommodate planned or
unplanned absences without interruption of services.
Construction Management procedures at SSFM are clearly established and
documented. These procedures are based on requirements of the federal
government, military, state government, and city and county government.
The procedures are used by SSFM personnel in everyday practice and are
continually updated to accommodate new requirements. Prior to reporting to
the project site, meetings will be held with the client’s project manager to
review specific or unique job requirements, and to establish clear lines of
communication to assure that the project is constructed as intended.
We are well-versed with the complex Primavera computer scheduling
program used by many Contractors. Furthermore, for internal project
scheduling purposes, we use Microsoft Project extensively.
As part of our professional services, we can provide the following
construction management services:
Advise the Owner on All Aspects of the Project.
Review all pertinent contracts to understand responsibilities to the
client and the project.
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Constructability Reviews of Contract Documents (Plans &
Specifications).
Management and Evaluation of Construction Bids &
Recommendations for Award.
Value Engineering Recommendations.
Long lead material issues.
Complete Construction Support Services, Including Conferences &
Meetings.
Qualified Personnel to Clarify or Obtain Clarification of Plans and
Specifications.
Coordinate and Review Contractor's Work Schedules.
Construction Contract Cost Control Procedures and Reviews.
Construction Progress Inspections.
Review and Quality Assurance of Contractor’s Construction Quality
Control Services.
Review Contractor’s Tests on Materials and Systems.
Materials and Equipment Receiving Documentation.
Review and Document Construction Contract Changes.
Verification of Certified Payrolls and on-site interviews with
contractor’s staff and their sub-contractors.
Prompt and Appropriate Action on Damage Claims and Complaints.
Complete Construction Phase Documentation.
Substantial Completion and Final Inspection Services.
O&M Manual Development and Facility Start Up Training.
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Performance Awards and Commendation Letters
SSFM International is an award winning firm, serving a wide variety of clients, and is recognized
throughout the State of Hawaii and the Pacific Region for high quality project management, planning,
design and engineering. We approach each project candidly and never promise more than we can
deliver; we listen to our clients and look out for their best interests; and, we care about our work and
believe in our product. For SSFM, quality is an expectation.
The following is a listing of awards and recognition that SSFM International has received from local and
national organizations:
PERFORMANCE & RECOGNITION AWARDS
Keaukaha Quick Build
County of Hawai‘i Planning Department
September 2022, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Community-Based Planning Award.
The project represented a State/County collaboration in a
predominantly native Hawaiian community. The majority of Keaukaha
is owned by the State Department of Hawaiian Home Lands,
including the schools, roadways, and surrounding residences, which
are predominantly Hawaiian Homesteads.
This project sought to promote complete streets principles by
transforming the way public rights of way are used for the benefit,
health, and enjoyment of all. To achieve this, the continuous walking
and biking pathway repurposed space within the existing right of way
to provide additional space for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Vision Zero Action Plan
County of Hawaii
October 2021, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Transportation Planning Award.
The County of Hawai‘i’s Vision Zero Action Plan identifies a path for
the County to achieve its goal of eliminating traffic related fatalities
and serious injuries in accordance with Vision Zero, a fundamentally
new approach to traffic safety that is being adopted in states and
municipalities worldwide.
This Vision Zero Plan is the first to be completed and adopted in the
State of Hawai‘i. The plan was produced through the efforts of a
multi-disciplinary Vision Zero Task Force comprised of
representatives from the County and State, as well as emergency
response, the health industry, and advocacy.
The Task Force used the data analysis to identify priority Vision Zero
actions in four categories: Education and Encouragement,
Enforcement, Engineering, and Evaluation. The actions in the Plan
are organized into short-term, mid-term, and long-term priorities.
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S. Kalaheo Avenue and Kailua Road Intersection Improvements,
Kailua, Hawaii
October 2021, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Implementation Award.
The intersection of Kalaheo Avenue and Kailua Road serves as the
gateway to Kailua Beach Park and provides the sole vehicular
access to the Lanikai neighborhood. Traffic congestion, delayed
emergency response, and multimodal safety/accessibility had long
been concerns. The Kalaheo Avenue and Kailua Road Intersection
Improvements project was initiated by the City and County of
Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services (City), under
contract with SSFM International, with the goal to address
operational and safety concerns at the intersection.
A "Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper" interim pilot project was implemented
to reconfigure the stop-sign controlled intersection into a non-
standard single-lane "triangle-about" roundabout. The success of the
interim pilot project improved the community's understanding of how
roundabouts work. It also enabled the City to pursue full
reconstruction that will result in a more standard modern roundabout
that includes geometric, drainage, and lighting enhancements to
improve automobile operations while continuing to prioritize
multimodal safety/accessibility.
Climate Adaptation Design Principles for Urban Honolulu
Honolulu, Hawaii
October 2021, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Best Practice Award.
The objective of this project was to develop preliminary climate
adaptation design guidance for development projects in Honolulu
transit-oriented development (TOD) and other urban areas that are
vulnerable to sea level rise (SLR). It is intended to provide
developers with information and best practices for adapting urban
building sites and structures to climate change-related hazards
including sea level rise, flooding, heat, and groundwater inundation.
This is an initial step toward developing comprehensive climate
resilience design guidelines for the City and County of Honolulu
(“City”), as called for in Action 14 of the O‘ahu Resilience Strategy.
The Climate Adaptation Design Principles project exemplifies the
proactive, forward-thinking planning approach needed for
municipalities to address the significant challenges posed by climate
change. With development of TOD areas along the rail corridor a City
priority, DPP TOD Division and OCCSR recognized an urgent need
and opportunity to ensure that the impacts of climate change are
considered in new development. Guidance was also needed to
inform updates to regulations, codes, and policies around built
environment resilience, which can take years to implement.
The Background Research and Design Principles documents help
outline a path forward for the City while also educating the public and
development community about climate adaptation science and best
practices. The Design Principles can also be referred to in reviewing
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discretionary permits for planned developments, thereby having an
immediate potential effect as the City moves ahead with regulatory
updates. Both documents are available for download at
www.honolulu.gov/tod.
County of Hawaii, Transit and Multimodal Transportation Plan
September 2019, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Transportation Planning Award.
The County of Hawai‘i Transit and Multi-Modal Master Plan (Master
Plan) presents a set of programs to provide a wider range of
transportation options, reduce dependence on the automobile, and
reduce the negative effects of transportation on the environment and
climate change.
In the first year of implementation, the Master Plan has supported
applications for federal grants to purchase buses, state and local
efforts for alternative energy for transportation and a wide variety of
other efforts. New buses arrive in early 2020 and they will be
deployed first on the cross-island route and the Puna hub and spoke,
which were top priorities in the Master Plan.
Complete Streets Improvements for Nuuanu Avenue and Liliha
Street, Honolulu, Hawaii
September 2019, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawaii Chapter. Best Practice Award.
The Complete Streets Improvements for Nu‘uanu Ave and Liliha St
project was undertaken by the City and County of Honolulu Complete
Streets Program and a consultant team from SSFM International.
The project goal was to identify community-driven context sensitive
complete streets solutions to enhance livability, safety, and
neighborhood character along Nu‘uanu Avenue and Liliha Street.
The project team designed a context-sensitive process that
combined technical analysis and educational outreach with
community input led by a stakeholder advisory group.
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Update of the Kauai County General Plan
Island of Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i
October 2018, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawai‘i Chapter as its 2018 Outstanding Planning Project.
In February of 2018, the update of the Kaua‘i County General Plan
was adopted by the Kaua‘i County Council, following a three year
planning effort. It was signed into law by Mayor Bernard Carvalho the
following month. The plan, entitled Kaua‘i Kākou, was prepared by
the Kaua‘i County Planning Department, along with a consultant
team led by planners from SSFM International’s Strategic Services
Group.
The project team deployed an extensive community engagement
program that sought widespread participation in developing a new
and improved General Plan Framework consisting of a Vision
statement, four overarching Goals, nineteen key Policies, 42
Objectives, and 607 Actions. The Objectives and Actions were
organized into ten topical areas, or Sectors: The Watershed,
Housing, Land Transportation, Critical Infrastructure, Shared Spaces,
Economy, Heritage Resources, Energy Sustainability & Climate
Change, Public Safety & Hazards Resiliency, and Opportunity &
Health for All.
Downtown Hilo Multimodal Master Plan
Hilo, Hawai‘i
October 2018, recognized by the American Planning Association,
Hawai‘i Chapter as its 2018 Transportation Planning Project.
The Downtown Hilo Multimodal Master Plan (DHMMP) was a multi-
year planning effort undertaken by the County of Hawai‘i Planning
Department, assisted by lead consultant SSFM International and a
team of technical consultants. Hundreds of Hilo residents,
organizations, and agencies were participated in the highly inclusive
planning process with the collective goal of making Downtown Hilo a
more vibrant, walkable and bike friendly community for people of all
ages and abilities.
The DHMMP calls for complete streets improvements that elevate
Downtown Hilo as a destination and gathering place through
improvements that support walkability and increased transportation
choices for all modes. To achieve the desired Downtown
environment, the DHMMP intentionally shifts the modal priority away
from the current vehicle-dominated paradigm, and adopts a new
“transportation hierarchy” that prioritizes non-motorized modes
(walking and biking), as well as transit, over single occupancy cars.
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Hale Kula Elementary School, Classroom Building
Wahiawa, Oahu, Hawaii
January 2016, the Masonry Institute of Hawaii recognized this project
as their 2015 Project of the Year.
SSFM served as the structural engineer and civil engineer for this
project that included a new 8 classroom building, library,
administration building, covered play court, covered dining building;
custodial center and special education classroom additions; and,
reroofing, painting and abatement of 40 existing classrooms. The
project added 4 major buildings and numerous renovations and
additions to the existing K-5 campus with 969 students.
The Architect-of-Record was Design Partners, Inc.
Complete Streets Designs Manual
Island of Oahu, Hawaii
On 15 October 2015, this project was recognized by the American
Planning Association, Hawaii Chapter, as its Outstanding
Transportation Planning 2015 Project. SSFM provided professional
planning services for the implementation of the goals and
requirements of the City & County of Honolulu’s Complete Streets
Ordinance.
On 10 January 2016, this project was also recognized by the
American Council of Engineering Companies, Hawaii. The project
received an Engineering Excellence, Honor Award.
The Manual identifies cost-effective opportunities to implement
complete streets and recommend ways to integrate multimodal traffic
engineering improvements into projects that originate outside the
scope of Complete Streets.
Emergency Relocation of Keonepoko Elementary School
Pahoa, Island of Hawaii
June 2015, the Building Industry Association of Hawaii recognized
this project with a Merit Award in the Public Works Category.
SSFM provided emergency management and support services for
the construction and relocation of assets from Keonepoko
Elementary School due to the Puu Oo Vent lava flow crossing
Highway 130 and impacting Pahoa Town. The project included
planning, design, and construction management services for
construction of a temporary elementary school campus for 450
students at the Keaau High School Athletic Parking Lot.
Estimated construction cost: $3 million
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2015 Engineering Firm of the Year
Honolulu, Hawaii
The Hawaii Chapter of the National Association of Industrial and
Office Properties (NAIOP) has served as the state’s leading
association for the commercial real estate industry’s decision-makers
since 1988. This influential group of developers, owners, investors,
asset managers, lenders and other industry professionals plays an
active role in legislative representation, professional development
and networking at both the local and national levels.
Each year, NAIOP Hawaii’s Kukulu Hale Awards recognize the
achievements of those who have made significant contributions to
Hawaii’s commercial real estate industry, enriching our community
through their projects, professionalism and civic service.
On 8 May 2015, NAIOP Hawaii recognized SSFM International as its
2015 Engineering Firm of the Year during an award gala held at the
Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Crater Rim Drive, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
Island of Hawaii
Contract DTFH68-06-D-00011, Task Order T-09-002
On 19 January 2014, this project was awarded a Honor Award for the
2014 Engineering Excellence Awards Competition by the American
Council of Engineering Companies of Hawaii. SSFM was the Prime
Consultant responsible for the rehabilitation of a 2.8 mile segment of
this roadway within the Hawaii Volcanoes (HAVO) National Park.
Estimated construction cost $6.4 million.
Parking Structure for the Joint Traffic Management Center and
the Alapai Transit Center, Corner of Alapai and King Streets
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM provided overall program management services, 30% design
and construction management for the 411-car Joint Traffic
Management Center Parking Structure and program and construction
management of the Alapai Transit Center. $24 million.
JTMC Parking Structure: Award of Excellence 2014, GCA of Hawaii;
and; Award of Excellence 2013, Post-tensioning Institute of America
Alapa’i Transit Center: Award of Excellence 2014, American Institute
of Architects, Honolulu Chapter
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Evaluation and Update of Hawaii 2006 Ocean Resources
Management Plan
Statewide, Hawaii
On 19 September 2013, this project was recognized by the American
Planning Association, Hawaii Chapter, as its Outstanding Planning
2013 Project. SSFM provided professional planning services for the
evaluation and update of The Hawai‘i Ocean Resources
Management Plan (ORMP).
The ORMP plan provides a framework for integrated coastal
management that aligns the management agency jurisdictions of the
federal, state and county level to support the cultural, environmental,
and socio-economic needs of the State of Hawai‘i.
Asian Tropical Forest Elephant Exhibit, Honolulu Zoo
Honolulu, Hawaii
In January 2013, this project was awarded the 2013 Engineering
Excellence award by the American Council of Engineering
Companies of Hawaii. SSFM International was the Prime Consultant
for the planning and design of this new elephant habitat that was
designed as a natural jungle setting to bring the elephants as close
as possible to visitors for viewing while maintaining both visitor
security and elephant privacy.
Construction Management Services
Market Street Improvements, Phase II (Kahawai Street to
Mokuhau Road)
FAP No. ARR-3045(2)
Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii
This project was selected by the Hawaii Society of Professional
Engineers, Maui Chapter for the 2012 Project of the Year.
SSFM Honolulu Office
LEED Gold Certification, Existing Building Operations &
Maintenance (EBOM)
Honolulu, Hawaii
In January 2012, this project was recognized by the American
Council of Engineering Companies of Hawaii (ACECH) for
demonstrated environmental leadership in creating a sustainable
office through efficient and sustainable practices. This was the 1st
LEED Gold EBOM Certification in the State of Hawaii. The project
also received the 2012 ASHRAE Technology Award, Honorable
Mention, in the Category I for Existing Commercial Buildings.
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Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke’elikolani, College of Hawaiian Language
Building, University of Hawaii at Hilo
Hilo, Hawaii
In May 2014, this project was recognized by the National Association
of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) with the 2014 NAIOP
Kukulu Hale Award of Excellence for in the Public / Government
Project Category.
In July 2010, this project was recognized by the American Institute of
Architects for creativity, originality, power and potential for this
60,000 sf building on the University of Hawaii at Hilo Campus. SSFM
is the Prime Consultant of the project and WCIT Architecture is the
architect-of-record responsible for the design of the facility.
Hawaii Water Systems Technical Studies Program
Statewide Dam Break Analysis, Hawaii
Contract No. W9128A-05-D-0001 TO 0017
In May 2010, SSFM received an Award of Excellence from the US
Army Corps of Engineers, Honolulu District in recognition of
outstanding performance for the dam break analyses of the Aepo
and Elua Reservoirs, Kauai, Hawaii. Work products were described
as technically correct, complete, prepared in a timely manner, and
responsive to the government objectives. The methodologies
developed in this study are now standard for the conduct of dam
break studies.
Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) Process for the Keaau-Pahoa
Road Improvement Project, Keaau to Pahoa
Project No. STP-13-(24)
Island of Hawaii
In November 2009, SSFM received an Honor Award from the
American Council of Engineering Companies for the management of
the context sensitive solutions process for this project. The CSS
process promotes highly focused public outreach and continuous
community involvement and, applied to this important transportation
project, played a pivotal role in moving the community from a position
of distrust to a position of “ownership”, as residents became true
stakeholders in helping ensure the ultimate success of this critical
roadway improvements project.
FY08 MCON P-587, Sub Drive-In Magnetic Silencing Facility
(MSF), Beckoning Point
Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.
In recognition of exceptional performance, SSFM and joint venture
partner, Moffatt & Nichol, were recognized by the Naval Facilities
Engineering Command, Pacific, for “…extraordinary professionalism,
technical excellence and total commitment to the project that were
required to expedite the completion of the final design for the Sub
Drive-In MSF. This complicated project design was delivered on time
and within budget despite numerous changes in scope with no
schedule or budget revisions.” This is an $87.6 million new
submarine facility. Additional awards received include the following:
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1) American Society of Civil Engineers, Hawaii Section (ASCE-H),
2011 Outstanding Civil Engineering Award in the
Building/Structural Systems Project Category.
2) American Council of Engineering Companies, Hawaii (ACECH),
2012 Grand Conceptor Engineering Award.
3) Project Management Institute, Hawaii, 2011 Project of the Year,
2nd Place.
4) American Council of Engineering Companies, California (ACEC-
California), 2012 Engineering Excellence Honor Award.
5) American Council of Engineering Companies (Washington DC),
2012 Engineering Excellence Honor Award (1 of 16 national
awards in 2012)
Pedestrian Accessibility Route Improvements, Honokaa, Hawi,
and Kapaau
Island of Hawaii
SSFM received the Award of Merit in the Public Design Category for
this project in the 2008 Accessible Design Awards sponsored by the
Disability and Communication Access Board (DCAB). SSFM was the
Prime Consultant for this project for the State of Hawaii, Department
of Transportation, Highways Division.
The purpose of the project was to upgrade the highway through the
towns of Honokaa, Hawi and Kapaau to meet the requirements of the
Americans with Disabilities Act and provide an accessible route
through each of the towns.
University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine
Kakaako, Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer of record for this $115 million this
new medical complex under a design/assist project delivery method.
The facility consists of four buildings: Research Building,
Education/Administration Building, Central Plant Building and
Ancillary Building. In 2006, SSFM received the Concrete
Achievements, 2006 Judges Award for engineering excellence using
concrete and concrete products for this project.
Facilities Project Management And Tracking Database System
(FACTRAK)
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant (overall project manager and
designer) that assembled and led a team of sub-consultants who
helped program and develop this project reporting system. In 2005,
SSFM received an Honor Award from the American Council of
Engineering Companies, Hawaii for this innovative information
system that allowed the State Department of Education to manage,
organize, and track information for their Repair and Maintenance
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Program (R&M) and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the 256
public schools within the State of Hawaii.
C-17 Support Utilities & Parking Lot, Phase 1 & Phase 2
Hickam Air Force Base
Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for this project for the US Army
Corps of Engineers, Honolulu District. SSFM received an Excellent
Performance Evaluation on 22 June 2004 and the 2005 Award of
Excellence on 19 April 2005 from the US Army Corps of Engineers,
Honolulu District.
Sewer Outfall Extension at Fort Kamehameha
Pearl Harbor, Oahu, Hawaii.
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the planning and
design of this award winning $20 million project for the Department of
the Navy, Pacific Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command,
Pearl Harbor. The project involved planning and design of a 42-inch
diameter sewer outfall approximately 2.4 miles long that transverses
over a coral reef and descends into the eastern edge of the Pearl
Harbor Entrance Channel. Awards received have included the
following:
(1) NAVFAC 2005 Design Award: “Merit Award for Engineering in
recognition of an especially high level of excellence in design.”
Presented by the Department of the Navy, Naval Facilities
Engineering Command, Washington Navy Yard DC.
(2) American Public Works Association (APWA) National 2005
Public Works Project of the Year (Environmental Project Over
$10 million Category).
(3) APWA Hawaii Chapter 2004 Public Works Project of the Year
(Environment Project Category).
(4) American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Hawaii Chapter
2004 Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement award.
Benchmarking U.S. Insular Areas in the Pacific for the
Department of Interior
10 Pacific Island Governments
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for planning and
execution of a baseline benchmarking infrastructure and public
facilities on Pacific Islands where funding has been provided by the
U.S. Government. 2004 National Finalist for Engineering Excellence
Awards competition with the American Council of Engineering
Companies and 2003 Excellence Award from the American Council
of Engineering Companies – Hawaii.
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Information Technology and Training Facility for the Oceanic
Institute
Makapuu, Oahu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the planning and
design of this project. Recipient of the Institutional & Judges Grand
Award (2003) from the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.
(Hawaii Chapter).
Manana Property Development
Kuala Street and Phase IV Roads Project
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Construction Manager for this federal aid road
improvement project. Recipient of the 2002 Project of the Year for
Transportation More Than $10 Million from the American Public
Works Association, Hawaii Chapter.
Manana Property Development, Manana Bus Maintenance
Facility Project
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for the Planning for the Manana
Bus Maintenance Facility; and, the Structural Engineer for the
Manana Bus Maintenance Facility. Recipient of the 2002 Project of
the Year for Structures More Than $10 Million from the American
Public Works Association, Hawaii Chapter.
Queen’s Medical Center Emergency Department Relocation
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineering and Civil Engineering
Subconsultant to Architects Hawaii Ltd. for this project. Recipient of
the 2001 Renovation of the Year Award for the (Kukulu Hale Awards)
from the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties.
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Interstate Route H-3 Project
Oahu, Hawaii
2000 Globe Award Competition for Environmental Excellence Award
Winner presented to SSFM by the American Road & Transportation
Builders Association-Transportation Development Foundation.
Trellis Towers Condominium
Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
Singapore
National Finalist in the 2000 Engineering Excellence Awards
Competition from the American Consulting Engineers Council and
Engineering Excellence Honor Award from the Consulting Engineers
Council of Hawaii. This project also received the Best Buildable
Design Award 2001 (highest ranking) from the Building and
Construction Authority (Singapore) in their Construction Quality
Assessment System, 2001.
Sheraton Maui Hotel (Remodeled/Addition Building Award
Category)
Kaanapali, Maui, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer and Special Inspector for this $90
million hotel project under contract to Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo.
Recipient of Hawaiian Cement's 1998 Concrete Achievement Award
for Engineering Excellence Using Concrete and Concrete Products.
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Po'o Po'o Bridge Replacement Project
Federal Aid Project #BR-0900(40)
Island of Maui
September 1998 Letter of commendation from the County of Maui,
Department of Public works and Waste Management Engineering
Division, for an "outstanding job" as construction manager for this
federal aid bridge replacement project.
Addition to Parking Structure, Kapiolani Medical Center at Pali
Momi
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer Consultant to Architects Hawaii
Ltd. for this parking structure addition. Recipient of the 1998
Engineering Excellence Award from the Consulting Engineers
Council of Hawaii.
FY97 BRAC Project P-268T Aircraft Apron and FY96 BRAC
Project P-269T Modify Aircraft Wash and Rinse Facilities
Marine Corps Base Hawaii, Kaneohe Bay, Hawaii
In November 1997, SSFM was presented with a Certificate of
Appreciation from the Department of the Navy, Pacific Division,
Naval Facilities Engineering Command in recognition of outstanding
project management and responsiveness in the preparation of the
accelerated design schedule, flexibility and design/engineering
services reflecting the highest level of professionalism.
FY94 MCON Project P-393P, EOD Operations Facility
Naval Station, Guam
In November 1997, SSFM was presented with a Certificate of
Appreciation from the Department of the Navy, Pacific Division,
Naval Facilities Engineering Command in recognition of outstanding
design package for complex project provided within budget, ahead of
schedule and exceeding customer expectations.
Corrosion Investigations, Mitigation and Repair Work at the
Aloha Stadium
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant for this corrosion mitigation and
repair project for the Aloha Stadium. Recipient of the 1996
Engineering Excellence Award from the Consulting Engineers
Council.
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U.S. Army Reserve Center Project, Fort Shafter (New Public
Building Award Category)
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer for this new Army Reserve Center
project under contract to Luersen Lowery Tsushima & Associates.
SSFM received Hawaiian Cement's 1994 Concrete Achievement
Award for excellence in concrete design and construction for this
project.
Kaneohe Marine Corps Air Station Wastewater Treatment Plant
Renovation
Kaneohe, Hawaii
In February 1992, a Certificate of Appreciation from the Department
of the Navy, Pacific Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command
awarded to SSFM's wholly owned subsidiary, Smith Young &
Associates, Inc., for "outstanding plans, specifications, cooperation
and response provided during Design and Construction" to meet a
critical schedule for the wastewater treatment plant project.
Kings Shops Waikoloa
Island of Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer for this new retail complex under
contract to Garduque Architects. In 1992, this project received a
Best Retail Merit Award from the National Commercial Builders
Council and was featured in the Building Design & Construction
(national) magazine.
Underpinning and Deep Excavation Construction at the Pali
Momi Medical Center
Aiea, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer for the planning and design of the
underpinning of the adjacent structures impacted by the deep
excavations for this new medical center. In February 1988, SSFM
received an Engineering Excellence Award from the Consulting
Engineers Council of Hawaii for this project.
Skilled Nursing Facility and Reference Lab, Kaiser Permanente
Medical Center
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer under contract to Architects
Hawaii Ltd. for this new facility located at the Kaiser Moanalua
Medical Complex. In February 1986, SSFM received an Engineering
Excellence Award from the Consulting Engineers Council of Hawaii
for this project.
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Teflon Column Hinges for the Viaduct Structures at Interstate H-
1 Keehi Interchange
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Prime Consultant responsible for the design of the
twin viaduct structures from Puuloa Road to Moanalua Stream. The
planning and design of the viaduct structures accommodated
anticipated future differential settlements of the foundations. In
February 1985, SSSFM received the Grand Conceptor Award
(highest award) from the Consulting Engineers Council of Hawaii for
this project.
Pearl Harbor Interchange, Interstate H-1
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM and M&E Pacific were joint venture partners in the planning
and design of this new interchange which included 6 major highway
structures. In February 1979, the JV received an Engineering
Excellence Award from the Consulting Engineers Council of Hawaii
for this project.
Main Terminal Additions and Modifications at the Honolulu
International Airport
Honolulu, Hawaii
SSFM was the Structural Engineer for this major terminal addition
and modification project under contract to the Ossipoff-Chang Joint
Venture. In February 1977, SSFM received an Engineering
Excellence Award from the Consulting Engineers Council of Hawaii
for this project.
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