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Thomas A. Duffy
P.E. Principal
About
Thomas Duffy has more than 30 years of experience in the analysis, design, construction and inspection of fixed and kinetic structures of various types, including retractable roofs and operable walls for professional sports facilities, movable bridges, entertainment features and specialty security applications. Tom is proficient in planning and design, condition assessments, forensic investigations and the management of multidisciplinary projects for both public and private sector clients. He has a working knowledge of mechanical systems (electro-mechanical and hydraulic), electrical systems (power and control) and geotechnical and seismic engineering. His work includes the operable doors at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, The Shed moveable arts space at Manhattan’s Hudson Yards and Tilt 360 Chicago, the movable viewing platform at the John Hancock Center in Illinois.
Education
B.S., Civil Engineering, Columbia University
Tom’s bridge and transportation forensics work spans more than a dozen states and several countries.
Related Projects
Featured Project
U.S. Bank Stadium How do you make one stadium perfect for summer and winter without breaking the bank? Explore all ideas and open new doors with kinetic design.
Featured Project
The Shed How do we make an avant-garde arts center so flexible, it’s future-proof? Make it move, of course!
Featured Project
Climate Pledge Arena From world’s fair pavilion to world-class arena – we provided structural and construction engineering to transform a historic venue into a first-class sports and event facility.