WTS CT 2023 Year in Review Newsletter

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STEM Night WTS Connecticut and CT CMAA - Connecticut Chapter of

June 8, 2023 Cora J. Belden Library Rocky Hill, CT

Construction Management Association of America held their successful 5th annual #STEM Night. Thank you to all the exhibitors who had some creative and fun hands-on activities and demonstrations to teach participants about careers related to science, technology, engineering, and math. The event was attended by over 250 kids and parents, wow!

When I moved to Connecticut, I didn’t have any experience working with the CT Remediation Standard Regulations. My former supervisor, Rich Hathaway, managed the CTDOT Soil/GW Contract and took a chance on me. That was my first introduction to the transportation field. I started off as an Environmental Inspector and asked tons of questions about how things were constructed. I’ve worked with CTDOT Office of Environmental Compliance for almost 18 years and now manage the Soil/GW Contract for BL Companies. What’s one thing you can’t live without and why? Water, food, and sleep would be the obvious answers but I really can’t live without massages or the occasional neck rub.

Name: Joy Kloss, LEP, CHMM Title: Senior Project Manager/ Principal Company: BL Companies - - - - - -

Approximately 3 months. I was the lucky raffle winner at the 2023 WTS CT Open House at CTDOT! What does a typical workday look like for you? I start my day with looking at my emails and checking my calendar to get the juices flowing. My day is a mix of meetings, site visits, and check-ins with my direct reports. In between, I’m coordinating site investigations and active construction projects, reviewing reports, and preparing plans/spec packages. I’m also the chair of BL Companies’ Safety Committee. What do you enjoy the most about being a WTS member? I’m very new but I appreciate how welcoming everyone has been. Do you have any influences —person, place, or experience—that sparked your interest in the field?

roads, bridges and facilities are constructed. I also like meeting and working with a diverse group of people.

Who or what inspires you? When I meet other women in leadership roles.

How do you enjoy your time outside the office? I’m a mom of two very active kids so that keeps me pretty busy. I love spending time with my family. I swim, golf, and garden to relax.

Hiking Social

Are you involved in any other organizations?

May 21, 2023 MDC Reservoir #6 West Hartford, CT

I’m co-chair of the CT Society for Women Environmental Professionals. I’m also heavily involved in the event planning for SWEP in which I coordinate educational seminars and networking events. I’m also a member of the Environmental Professionals of CT.

Members experienced the Spring blooms along the multi-use trail around the West Hartford Reservoir while connecting with colleagues and enjoying the fresh air! The hike was about 3.6 miles long and was led by Jim Kulpa. It was a beautiful day and a great way to start a spring morning!

What is your favorite part about working in transportation?

I provide environmental services for transportation projects. I enjoy learning how

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