As a managing partner of O'Hare Runway Designers, LLC, Epstein is providing lead engineering design services for Runway 9L-27R, the first of the new runways of the O'Hare Modernization Program at O'Hare International Airport. Runway 9L-27R is a new 7,500 foot long, 150 foot wide, Group V-capable Cat II/III runway, scheduled for full operation in 2007. The project includes a full-length parallel taxiway and associated high-speed exits, a runway and taxiway underdrain system, pavement markings and NAVAIDS systems.

Epstein is responsible for project management, conceptual design validation, design of mass grading, drainage erosion control, utilities and paving, cost estimating, QA/QC, and construction support. Epstein is also providing coordination with the Department of Aviation, O’Hare Modernization Program, Federal Aviation Administration, Transportation Security Administration as well design teams responsible for other enabling projects at the airport.