H&H is pleased to announce that Howard Swanson, PE, SE, has joined the firm. He will serve as Senior Project Manager in our Rail Practice. “We are fortunate to add Howard to our group,” said Bret Farmer, H&H’s National Freight Rail Director. “He is well-respected in the industry for his leadership skills and experience on complex rail projects.”

Howard will focus on managing large freight rail projects, having spent 32 years with Norfolk Southern (NS). At NS, Howard was responsible for ensuring that standard procedures for bridge management complied with Federal Railway Administration requirements. He also managed the bridge inspection process and audited inspections.

Howard’s experience includes developing procedures for remote drawbridge operation, standard calculations for bridge ratings, and the design of NS’ standard prestressed concrete spans. Howard has taught AREMA Seismic Bridge Design Seminar and Steel Railroad Bridge Design Workshops for the International Bridge Conference.

“I am excited to have an experienced railroader like Howard join our team,” said Jeff Konrad, H&H’s National Passenger Rail Director. “The value of the hands-on experience that he brings to each project is immeasurable.”