Trent Nelson, Pg
About Trent Nelson, Pg
Trent Nelson is the Manager of Construction TOD at MBTA in Greater Boston, with extensive experience in construction and geology roles.
Title
Trent Nelson holds the position of Manager Of Construction TOD at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). In this role, he oversees all Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) projects, ensuring they comply with construction plans and specifications.
Company
Trent Nelson is currently employed at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) in Greater Boston. He has held various significant roles within MBTA since 2020, contributing to substantial projects and the development of the organization’s policies and procedures.
Professional Background
Trent Nelson has accumulated extensive experience in the construction and geological sectors. Prior to his current role, he served as a Resident Engineer and Construction Inspector at MBTA. He has also worked as a Project Manager and Supervisor/Staff Geologist at WesTest LLC - Materials & Geotechnical Engineering. His early career included roles as Operations Geologist at Cornerstone Natural Resources and Sr. Lead Wellsite Geologist at Columbine Logging, Inc.
Education and Expertise
Trent Nelson graduated from Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Geology, completed from 2005 to 2009. His education provides a strong foundation for his expertise in both geology and construction project management.
Key Responsibilities at MBTA
Trent Nelson plays a crucial role at MBTA by developing standard operating procedures and processes in collaboration with the Director and Deputy Chief. He assists in creating training programs for staff, coordinates project reviews with the Department of Public Safety for required permits, manages construction oversight for TOD projects, and oversees the review process for submittals from third-party projects.