Titan Environmental Solutions, Inc.

This month, we spoke with Ernie Robles, Vice President of Titan Environmental Solutions, Inc. (TES). Ernie is a native of Los Angeles County (born and raised in Whittier), so he is familiar with the traffic challenges of the region. That's why he's excited to be a part of the Purple Line Extension, which will offer commuters a new transportation option that will also have a positive impact on the environment.

As reflected in their name, TES is particularly focused on the environment. The firm monitors construction sites to support the health and safety of project workers. Specifically, TES prepares asbestos- and lead-related construction work safety and health plans, a site specific health and safety plan, and performs lead-related construction air monitoring.

TES is a certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and is listed on the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) website, which allows prime contractors like Frontier-Kemper/Tutor Perini JV (FKTP JV) to easily find their specialty. This project presented a unique puzzle for TES, since so much work is taking place underground, but Ernie says that his team rose to the challenge. "It was rewarding to know everything went well," he says, "and we accomplished our goal."