Lee Abramson recently taught a session on Construction Management at the Annual Microtunneling Short Course in Boulder, Colorado. Now entering its 25th year, the Microtunneling Short Course has trained over 3,500 professionals, ranging from contractors and engineers to owner agency representatives. The three-day intensive course covers the latest in emerging technologies, takes an in-depth look at subjects that impact microtunnel projects, and includes the latest technical information to ensure a successful project. The course is presented by a panel of international experts and organized by Timothy Coss, President of Microtunneling Inc.; Dr. Levent Ozdemir, President, Ozdemir & Associates; and Jim Rush, Editor, Benjamin Media, Inc.
Lee was one of the original speakers when this course was first developed and was recognized for his long-term commitment and participation in this unique short course. At this year’s banquet dinner, Lee was presented with the Microtunneling Achievement Award for Excellence in Engineering for “demonstrating the highest level of excellence in expanding the science of microtunneling and by advancing its art.”
Lee is based in Kleinfelder’s Pleasanton, California office and possesses over 38 years of experience with major tunnel and microtunnel projects for water resource, wastewater, energy, transit systems, railroads, highways, and other public infrastructure facilities in California, across the United States, and abroad. He has worked on over 50 soil and rock tunnel projects that were up to 57 feet in diameter and up to several miles long. His direct responsibilities have included all aspects of engineering including planning, analysis, design, construction management, rehabilitation, and inspection. Lee also has authored numerous technical books and articles—including History of Tunneling in the United States—in addition to assisting with preparing manuals, and conducting seminars and courses regarding all aspects of tunneling, ground improvement, and slope stability.
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