Robert Hodsdon has been named a principal technical specialist in the N.Y. office of Parsons Brinckerhoff, a global infrastructure strategic consulting, engineering and program/construction management organization. In his new position, Hodsdon will review safe work plans, monitor contractor compliance with accepted safety plans and applicable regulations, and assist in coordination with the Fire Department of N.Y. and local hospitals for emergency response preparedness. He is a certified safety professional with comprehensive safety, health and environmental expertise in a multitude of construction and industrial operations.