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Jason Buenker

Jason Buenker, PhD, PE, GE

Senior Associate


Jason has over 10 years of geotechnical experience in ground characterization, ground improvement, shallow and deep foundations, earth retention systems, slope stability, seismic hazard mitigation and tunneling. His experience includes construction support on compaction grouting, jet grouting, deep soil mixing, soil nail installation, tieback installation, torque-down pile installation, and drilled shaft construction projects. He has coordinated field explorations programs ranging from minor residential lots to large scale infrastructure projects.  Jason specializes in remote work, particularly railroad jobs that are far off the beaten path. 

EDUCATION

  • PhD, Civil Engineering, University of California Los Angeles, 2020
  • MS, Civil Engineering, University of Illinois, 2009
  • BS, Civil Engineering, University of Illilnois, 2008

LICENSES & REGISTR,ATIONS

  • Licensed Professional Engineer, Illinois, California, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Wyoming
  • Geotechnical Engineer, California

AFFILIATIONS

  • American Society of Civil Engineers
  • American Council of Engineering Companies
  • American Railway Engineering and Maintenance Association

 

Office
Chicago

Practice Area

Geotechnical Services

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