freight rail
our expertise
Working with the railroad industry requires technical and operational knowledge, practical experience, and a proven track record to deliver quality and timely services safely and within budget. Patrick has extensive experience in the engineering design and construction of railroad facilities, including freight yards, intermodal terminals, quiet zones, and design-build of rail spurs for rail service provided to industrial developments. Boasting strong client relationships and a reputation of repeat work with these clients, Patrick is proud of our history of providing comprehensive solutions to the nation’s largest freight rail providers. With a commitment to safety and schedule and a focus on function and lifecycle cost, Patrick is proud to provide value-driven solutions to freight rail providers nationwide.
our disciplines
Program Management + Project Controls
Engineering + Design
Corridor Planning + Development
Grant Funding Application Support
Construction Management + Inspection
Electrical Engineering + Power System Studies
Renewable Energy + Design
Construction Cost-Estimating
Intermodal, Terminal, Yard + Siding Design
Rail Bridge + Structural Design
Bridge Inspection
Capacity Improvements
Track Layout + Design
Rail Crossing Improvements
Grade Separation Planning + Design
Station Design
Drainage Design
Geospatial Services + Asset Management
Quiet Zones
Local, State + Federal Permitting
Public/Private Coordination
Strategic Advisory Services
our projects
Confidential Client | East Dubuque Mainline/Siding Extension
Approximately 1.5 miles east of Dubuque, Iowa, Patrick provided both preliminary and final design, as well as construction management services, for the realignment of the existing mainline tracks and extension of the existing center siding track. Our team initially provided an alternatives analysis, which helped the owner (a Class 1 railroad) understand the operational benefits, costs, and environmental impacts associated with each alternate. Following selection of a preferred alternate, Patrick served as the lead designer for the track, five (5) box culvert extensions, at-grade crossings improvements, electric to signal systems, permitting, and utility coordination services. Early and proactive communication by Patrick’s team of environmental specialist enable the project to be surveyed, designed, and permitted in just two and a half months.