Husein Environment & Water Company Portfolio Civil Engineers Researchers Environmental Engineers Drainage Consultants Advisors Flood Modellers Hydraulic Engineers Urban and Rural Planners Project Managers Construction Supervisors Stormwater Management Consultants Fontabelle St. Michael BARBADOS Office: 1 (246) 621 2881 General Enquiries: info@heandw.com Web: www.heandw.com
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Husein Environment & Water Company Portfolio Who we are What we are about What we can do for you Contents - Company Overview - - Philosophy - - Services - - Research - - The HE&W Team - This document and its contents are the owned intellectual property of Husein Environment & Water (HE&W) Inc., and may not be quoted, copied, printed, forwarded, recorded or otherwise reproduced, distributed or stored, in whole or in part, or in any format, without the written permission of HE&W Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright 2014 Husein Environment & Water Inc. HEWCPV02.5
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Company Overview Welcome... Welcome to: Husein Environment & Water (HE&W). We have done our best to provide you with a portfolio which will show you who we are, what we are about and what we can do for you. You may work through the document at your convenience by following the navigation pane provided at the top of each page. You can also email us or visit our website via the links provided in the footer. Thank you for your interest in HE&W... and do feel free to get in touch should you require any more information. Company Description We are a civil, environmental and hydraulic engineering firm offering: research and development; design and consulting; and project management services to our clientele. We are registered in Barbados and operate throughout the Caribbean. At HE&W we are all about three things: the protection and sustainable management of the environment and water; the investigation, analysis and monitoring of related phenomena; and the design, analysis, construction, maintenance and monitoring of related structures. View our Services and Research Sections for detailed lists of our areas of interest. Our Approach Our activities are guided by a firm grounding in the principles of sustainable engineering, a research-based approach to solving engineering problems, the use of engineering best practices, and the application of industry-leading analysis, modelling, design and project management tools and techniques. We are particularly interested in the development of knowledge in our field within the Caribbean region. View our Philosophy Section for an expanded view on our approach - the why and how behind what we do. 1
Clientele We offer our services to a wide range of clientele; from public and private sector organisations to developers and homeowners. Our adaptability and diverse skillset are exemplified by a long list of categories of clientele whom we are passionate about serving. These include: Governments and Ministries of Government; Municipal Authorities; Regional and Multi-national Organisations; Non-governmental Organisations; Funding Bodies; Public Authorities and Regulatory Organisations; Planning Departments and Organisations; Academic Institutions; Architects and Landscape Architects; Engineering Consultants and Contractors; Project Managers; Quantity and Land Surveyors; Insurers; Attributes Urban and Rural Planners; Commercial, Industrial and Agricultural Property Owners and Managers; Property Developers and Development Owners and Managers; and Residential Property Owners and Managers We at HE&W have the requisite skills to speak to a number of issues related to the management of the environment and water, as well as related modelling, design, and construction and implementation practices. View The HE&W Team Section for an overview of senior member qualifications, areas of expertise and experience. We are proud of the following list of attributes, which we look forward to assigning to your project to help you achieve your every objective: Expertise with industry-leading analysis, modelling and design software packages; World-leading research training and a research-based approach to solving engineering problems; Professional project management certification and expertise with the use of best practice tools and techniques; 2
On-site construction management experience; The capacity and reach gained from our memberships and affiliations with various professional bodies, academic institutions and software developers; and The uniqueness of our specialised skills in the following areas: Memberships Holistic and sustainable stormwater management; Drainage planning and design; Water harvesting and reuse; Stormwater modelling for flood mapping, mitigation and defence; Stormwater modelling for harvesting and reuse; Stormwater modelling for receiving environment and water protection; Water and environmentally sensitive development planning and design; and Climate change, urbanisation and population growth adaptation for development We are currently pursuing corporate membership with the International Water Association, the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management and the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association. We believe that being active members of these bodies will allow us to both benefit from and contribute to the latest developments in our field. View The HE&W Team Section for individual membership information. Affiliations Our members are individually, informally affiliated with regional and international universities and software developers. We are working towards making these relationships more concrete so that we may improve the range and quality of our services. 3
Philosophy Why We Exist... Professional Responsibility We exist to protect and enhance human society and the natural and built environment. This is to be achieved through the application of holistic technical approaches to engineering problems in the environment and water sector; as well as the development of novel solutions to such problems through research activities.... And we exist for You. From the inception to the completion of a project, our people, time, energy and expertise are focused on you. We are here to help you achieve your project goals in a timely and cost-effective manner: whatever, and however ambitious or modest they may be. Ethics We are committed to upholding the highest standards of the civil engineering profession, and to carrying out our practice ethically with regard to: the protection and sustainable management of the environment and water; scientific research and conduct; the costing of works; and the upholding of laws in all lands in which we operate. Professional Standards Our every project deliverable goes through a standard review and editing process. We are committed to providing you with plans, designs, drawings, maps, presentations and reports of the very highest quality. Furthermore, our standard of conduct dictates that professionalism be embodied and demonstrated through: all operations carried out by the Company; the design and upkeep of our principal place of business; the organisation and cleanliness of all work sites under our jurisdiction; and the dress, communication, demeanour and attitude of all employees. 4
The HE&W Environmental Policy We are committed to leading the industry in minimising the adverse impacts of development activity on the environment and natural resources. The HE&W Environmental Policy is to: Adhere to all environmental regulations in all lands in which we operate, and to contribute to their development and implementation; Consider and minimise the adverse impact of our activities on the environment and natural resources; Minimise the use of energy and water at our principal place of business and at all work sites under our jurisdiction; Minimise waste and encourage reuse and recycling practices at our principal place of business and at all work sites under our jurisdiction; Consider the environmental impact of the products and services we promote and use, and to allow this awareness to guide our practices; Contribute to the development and use of holistic and sustainable best practices in the civil, environmental and hydraulic engineering sector, particularly within the Caribbean region; Promote environmental awareness and the idea of sustainability among our employees, within our field and in the public domain; and Communicate our environmental policy to clients and the public Best Practices We are committed to the adoption and implementation of best planning and best management practices for the environment and water. Much of our work focusses on the application of Total Water Cycle Management, Water Sensitive Urban Design, Low Impact Development and Sustainable Drainage Systems, particularly in a Caribbean context. Research We are keenly interested in understanding the performance of environmental, hydrological and hydraulic systems, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical climates; and the application of new knowledge to the development of best practices. We are also committed to understanding how the projected effects of climate change, urbanisation and population growth may alter the performance of these systems over time; and to the creation of adaptation and mitigation strategies with the future in mind. 5
The HE&W Safety and Health Policy We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment at our principal place of business and at all work sites under our jurisdiction. As part of the HE&W Safety and Health Policy we undertake to: Adhere to all safety and health regulations in all lands in which we operate, and to contribute to their development and implementation; Provide a safe and healthy work environment for all employees; Provide a safe and healthy environment for visitors to our principal place of business and any work site under our jurisdiction; Periodically assess the risk to safety and health at our principal place of business and all work sites under our jurisdiction; Assess the risk to safety and health of all equipment, tools, plant, supplies and materials used in the workplace, and to instruct employees regarding their appropriate use; Ensure all furnishings and equipment are installed correctly in order to minimise risk to safety and health; Instruct employees on their responsibility for safety and health at work, and to provide clear information and training in this regard; Effectively communicate emergency procedures, and to display all relevant emergency numbers in the workplace; Ensure adequate access to protective equipment and emergency equipment and supplies, and to encourage their appropriate use; Organise the workplace, work spaces and work schedules in order to minimise physical, mental and emotional stress on employees; Use and promote the use of safe materials and ergonomically designed furniture and equipment in the workplace; Adapt our work environment and schedule to accommodate an employee s special circumstances, including: disability; pregnancy; stress; and parental, guardian and caretaking responsibilities; and Promote safety and health in the workplace among our employees, within our field and in the public domain 6
Services Design and Consulting Our diverse design and consulting services are listed in the seven categories that follow. Our research and development philosophy and services are detailed in the following Research Section. Planning and Management: Stormwater and wastewater management planning at the allotment, development, catchment, regional and island-wide scales; Environmental and water resources management planning; Development and urban planning for environmental, natural resources and natural habitat protection otherwise known as environmentally sensitive planning; Development and urban planning for flood mitigation, water conservation, wastewater management, and river, coastal zone and groundwater protection or water sensitive planning; Drainage, irrigation and water reuse planning for agricultural lands; Planning for water harvesting and reuse; and Management of residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural stormwater runoff Design and Implementation: Stormwater drainage system design and construction supervision; Irrigation system design and construction supervision; Stormwater and rainwater harvesting, storage, treatment and reuse system design and installation supervision; Pervious pavement system design and construction supervision for industrial, commercial and residential projects; Car park and road drainage system design and construction supervision; Green roof system design and installation supervision; Roof garden design and construction supervision; Dam and reservoir design and construction supervision; and Water and environmentally sensitive design for development 7
Hydraulic and Water Quality Modelling: Surface water hydraulic and water quality modelling at the allotment, development, catchment, regional and island-wide scales; Two-dimensional overland flow modelling; One-dimensional channel and pipe system modelling; Stormwater drainage system modelling; Stormwater harvesting and reuse system modelling; Inland, river and coastal flood modelling; and Probabilistic flood modelling for climate change and urbanisation scenarios Environmental and Hydrological Study: Stormwater drainage study; Water resources study; Land use and management study; Environmental and ecosystem management study; Project feasibility study; Environmental and hydrological data collection; and Analysis of data and modelling Risk and Impact Assessment: Flood and environmental risk assessment, management and mapping; Flood and environmental impact assessment for development; Coastal zone impact assessment for development; and Environmental impact statements Advising and Representation: Advising of Governments and public authorities on the management of the environment and water; Advising of planners, developers, architects, landscape architects, engineers and contractors on water and environmentally sensitive planning, design and construction; Advising of individuals and companies on water and environmentally sensitive planning and design for homes and businesses; and Advising and expert representation of Governments, regulatory organisations, insurers, developers and individuals on matters pertaining to development restriction, environmental protection and flood risk 8
Other Services: Review and publishing of engineering plans, designs, drawings, maps and reports; Analysis and evaluation of drainage infrastructure designs; Inspection and monitoring of the construction of hydraulic infrastructure; Inspection and monitoring of existing hydraulic infrastructure; Inspection and monitoring of the construction of general civil infrastructure, particularly as it relates to the management and protection of the environment and water; Site inspection for stormwater management and environmental protection; Lecture presentations for all audiences; and Public education and awareness campaign design, planning and execution Project Management We at HE&W offer project management services at all stages of the project lifecycle and in all areas in which we research, consult and advise. We are certified to the Project Management Professional level with the Project Management Institute (PMI) and have valued experience applying best practices to both commercial- and academic-based projects. Best Practices We are skilled in the use of Microsoft Project and the Critical Path Method for project scheduling. We also reference the PMI s Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide, which equips us with the tools and techniques necessary to bring your project goals to fruition on time and to budget. LEED Certification of Projects As part of our best practice approach, we are able to obtain Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design (LEED) Certification of projects through the United States Green Building Council. This is right at the heart of our desire to improve the way project management is done across the Caribbean. By assigning a LEED- Certified administrator to your project, we are able to usher you through the project management, online registration and documentation submission processes to bring real benefits to you. See http://www.usgbc.org/leed/whyleed and http://www.usgbc.org/leed/certification for further details. 9
Project Management Services: Below is a list of our main project management services: Project feasibility study and project review; Environmental, flood and water resources risk and impact assessment for projects; Management and inspection of the construction of civil engineering works, particularly hydraulic infrastructure; Project Management of general civil works; Preparation of project briefs, proposals and tender documents; Preparation of Project Management Plans, which may include: Scope Management Plans; Schedule Management Plans; Cost Management Plans; Procurement Management Plans; Risk Management Plans; Quality Management Plans; Communications Management Plans; Human Resources Management Plans; and Change Management Plans; Project stakeholder analysis; Quality and cost audits; and Project status and progress reporting 10
Research Overview We at HE&W carry out contract- and academic-based research and development activities on behalf of our clientele. Our team has PhD-level training with some of the leading academic research institutions in the world, and maintains active contact with these bodies. We also have contact with developers of analysis, modelling and design software packages used in industry-leading research today. Why We Do It Three key phenomena fuel the global demand for more sustainable and holistic approaches to development and natural resource management. These are: population growth, urban expansion and climate change. The present and projected adverse effects of these on critical environmental and hydrological systems include: increased demand for water for domestic, commercial, industrial and agricultural use; prolonged periods of drought; increased storm intensity, impermeable area and therefore flooding; increased stormwater contamination; increased domestic, commercial and industrial sewage effluent; and increased receiving environment and water contamination. In the developing world in particular, these problems are further exacerbated by inadequate systems and infrastructure, and a lack of suitably qualified professionals devoted to addressing and solving them. Our research activities are driven by a desire to understand how these phenomena operate in a Caribbean context, as well as to pre-empt changes in their behaviour over time. In this way we can better mitigate and adapt to their effects through conscientious, research-based planning. We are also driven by a desire to contribute to the development and implementation of novel practices, systems and infrastructure for environmental and water management in the region; as well as to the professionals who research, design and implement them. 11
Research and Development Services Our main research and development areas of interest are as follows: Sustainable Drainage Systems performance, configuration and optimisation; Flood and hydrological research; Stormwater harvesting system design and optimisation; Green roof system hydraulic and water quality performance, particularly in tropical and sub-tropical climates; Green roof plant and substrate performance and total system optimisation for tropical and sub-tropical climates; Pervious pavement system design and optimisation, and hydraulic and water quality performance; The development and optimisation of structures, systems and components for: Stormwater and urban drainage management; Agricultural irrigation and drainage management; Rainwater harvesting; Stormwater harvesting and distribution; Drinking water distribution and supply; Water storage; Flood control and defence; and Wastewater management and treatment; The development and optimisation of systems, processes and components for: Rainwater and stormwater treatment for potable and nonpotable reuse; Wastewater treatment for non-potable reuse; Drinking water treatment; and Stormwater quality remediation for receiving environment and water protection, including terrestrial and aquatic habitat, farmlands, aquifers, rivers and the coastal zone; The development of environmental and water engineering best practices for the Caribbean region; Plan and framework development for the management of the environment and water, including: land, water resources, marine environments, stormwater, and solid and liquid waste; and 12
The development and writing of engineering guidelines, codes of practice, development restriction regulations, and acts related to the protection and management of the environment and water HE&W also carries out surveys to assess public opinion and awareness on matters related to the environment and water. Partners Our members are individually, informally affiliated with regional and international universities and software developers. We are working towards making these relationships more concrete so we may improve the quality, reach and impact of our research. Subscriptions and Publications We are currently in contact with the International Water Association, Elsevier and the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management with regard to subscription to their leading academic journals and professional publications. We are also committed to producing publishable research, as well as the development of our own industry research publication, HE&W Research. 13
The HE&W Team Senior Members: Ramon Husein, BEng (Honours), PhD Candidate in Hydraulic Engineering Managing Director and Lead Consultant ramon.husein@heandw.com Ramon is a civil engineering First Class Honours graduate from the University of Sheffield, and is currently carrying out PhD-level hydraulic engineering research with the same institution. His academic work focuses on stormwater drainage system optimisation within a surface water catchment to achieve four objectives: flood mitigation, stormwater quality remediation, receiving water protection and stormwater harvesting. The practical application of his methodology focuses on modelling three Barbados case study catchments and is being carried out in conjunction with the University of the West Indies and the Government of Barbados. Ramon has training and experience with the use of industry-leading analysis, modelling and design software packages; 2 years experience working in a consulting capacity with the Ministry of the Environment and Drainage of Barbados; and a keen understanding of stormwater and water management issues across the Caribbean region. Christopher Lashley, PMP, BSc (Honours), MSc (Distinction), LEED Project Manager and Consultant christopher.lashley@heandw.com Christopher graduated from the University of the West Indies with a First Class Honours BSc degree in civil engineering, and with an MSc degree in Building and Construction Management, with Distinction. His Masters level research project focused on the application of green roof technology in Barbados for stormwater quantity and quality management. Christopher has 2 years project management experience in the Barbados construction sector and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with the Project Management Institute (PMI). He is currently the Strategic Alliances Officer on the committee 14
of the Barbados branch of the PMI s Southern Caribbean Chapter. He has received training in sustainable construction and stormwater management practices from the United States Green Building Council and is a certified Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Green Associate. Grenville Phillips II, BSc, BEng, MASc, MURP, CEng, FIStructE, FCIHT, MAPM, MCSCE, MBAPE Senior Engineer and Consultant grenville.phillips.ii@heandw.com Grenville is a qualified civil, structural, environmental and highways engineer, and urban and rural planner. For over 20 years he has designed stormwater management solutions, drainage improvements and flood mitigation structures throughout the Caribbean, including in: Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and St. Lucia. His experience also includes the coastal engineering design of seawalls, mooring dolphins and outfalls; and the design of collection and treatment systems for drinking water and wastewater. He has evaluated the vulnerability of urban areas, agricultural lands and major ports across the Caribbean to flooding and other natural and man-made hazards. Grenville is committed to the development of the Caribbean engineering sector at large. He has given presentations for over 12 years on multi-hazard resistant design, construction and retrofitting practices. He has also devoted over a decade to instructing industry professionals on the design and construction of structures with a low vulnerability to flooding. He is a member and former President of the Barbados Association of Professional Engineers, a Fellow of both the Institution of Structural Engineers and the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, and a former Secretary and Committee Member of the Caribbean Division of the Institution of Structural Engineers. He is also Founder and current President of Walbrent College, a post-secondary institution which educates industry professionals on the construction of safe and durable structures. Partnership Policy We collaborate with professionals and firms who may complement our skillset and add to our growth, exposure and experience as a Company. We also partner with leading professional bodies, academic institutions and software developers across the globe in order to deliver the highest quality service to our clientele. 15
Memberships We are individual members of the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Institution of Structural Engineers, the Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation, the Project Management Institute and the Barbados Association of Professional Engineers. We are also currently pursuing individual membership with the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management. We are committed to our professional development and that of the environment and water sector at large. Training and Experience Members of the HE&W Team have been trained at the University of Sheffield, the University of the West Indies, St Mary s University, the Technical University of Nova Scotia, and Dalhousie University. We have also received training from the Project Management Institute, the Environmental Systems Research Institute and the United States Green Building Council. Considered with our more than 25 years combined experience in the region, our approach underpinned by world-leading training and a firm grasp of environmental and water management issues unique to the Caribbean s physical, social and economic landscape. We are ready to apply our skills and expertise to deliver to you a service we can both be proud of. 16
Husein Environment & Water Inc. Fontabelle St. Michael BARBADOS Tel: 1 (246) 831 2881 Dear Reader, Thank you for your interest in HE&W. We trust that you now have a clear idea of our purpose, interests and expertise as a firm. We look forward to hearing from you soon, and to working with you to help you achieve your project goals: whatever, and however ambitious or modest they may be... Sincerely, Ramon Husein Managing Director and Lead Consultant at Husein Environment & Water Inc.
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