Conti Federal Employs Micro-Resiliency Solution to Floodproof Jersey City Medical Center
May 14 2024 - 3:42PM
Business Wire
Conti Federal's micro-resiliency solution was
critical in reducing costs for the flood resiliency project at
Jersey City Medical Center, minimizing disruptions and delivering a
high-quality project on time
Conti Federal Infrastructure, LLC, a joint venture between Conti
Federal Services, Inc. and Conti Enterprises, Inc., has
successfully completed a $36 million contract to floodproof Jersey
City Medical Center’s Wilzig Hospital. Construction took place over
two years without interruption to the hospital’s operations while
ensuring the healthcare institution is safeguarded from future
flood events.
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Construction of the 1,500-ft floodwall at
Jersey City Medical Center included many complexities, including
minimizing traffic flow disruptions in the urban environment as
well as ensuring hospital operations were not disrupted. The 24/7
trauma center remained opened throughout the duration of the
project thanks to a phased construction approach. (Photo: Business
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In 2012, several New York and New Jersey facilities, including
Jersey City Medical Center (JCMC), were affected both physically
and operationally by the flood waters caused by Hurricane Sandy. As
a result, JCMC was among the recipients of the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation funding to construct a
new flood mitigation system around the hospital to protect it from
a 500-year flood event.
The micro-resiliency floodproofing project at JCMC involved
construction of 1500-feet of flood walls around the facility,
including 500-feet of deployable barriers and 1,000 feet of
concrete barriers. The project also included interior
reinforced-waterproofed walls, flood gates, doors and glass,
temporary access stairs for when flooding occurs, and underground
pump stations. This project presented unique challenges because the
heavily trafficked urban facility had to remain open and fully
operational 24/7 during the construction process.
Part of the Conti strategy for success was through early
stakeholder engagement; team collaboration allowed for the
development of a 10-phase implementation plan that would ensure
seamless continuity of the trauma center. Conti utilized its
proprietary Warrior Lean® construction management system to
proactively navigate the project’s numerous complexities.
"When disaster strikes, our hospitals are on the front lines.
Protecting them is critical,” shares Conti Federal Vice President
and Project Executive, Pat Hogan. “This micro-resiliency project
exemplifies a proactive and cost-effective approach to safeguarding
critical assets against the uncertainties of tomorrow.”
Founded in 1906, Conti has more than 100-years of experience in
constructing critical infrastructure around the globe, including
disaster response and recovery projects that required rapid
mobilization after Hurricane Sandy and Hurricane Ike as well as
levee construction after Hurricane Katrina.
About Conti Federal Services
Conti Federal Services is a leading global construction and
engineering company with roots dating back to 1906. The company has
delivered some of the most demanding projects for the U.S. federal
government, specializing in military and secure construction,
critical infrastructure, environmental remediation, and disaster
response and recovery. Conti Federal is dedicated to ensuring
clients meet mission success while committing to its core values of
safety, integrity, and compliance. To learn more, visit
www.contifederal.com.
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Meredith Koons Director of Marketing and Small Business Programs
mkoons@contifederal.com 732-540-9478