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Ruth B. Toporoff, RA
12 Alice Road
Bedford Corners, NY 10549
718-974-4326
rtoporoff@aol.com
Education:
New York University, M.A. in Real Estate Finance, 1995
Architect license by New York State, 1987
Pratt Institute, B.A. in Architecture, 1983
Career highlights:
Santop Construction Company, President and Founder, 1987 -2010
• Founded construction management business for complex subway projects
• Pioneered WBE in construction industry at a time of limited involvement by women
• Negotiated successful bids to MTA against 20+ competitors per project
• Transformed subway stations into handicap-accessible sites to meet ADA requirements
• Registered as U.S. Department of Defense Central Contractor
• Advocated for subcontractors under umbrella bids to MTA, LIRR, SEPTA (Philadelphia)
• Worked on various school projects for SCA (School Construction Authority)
• General contractor for subway extensions, infrastructure for $50-$500 million projects
Toporoff Technical Services, Inc., President and Founder, 1985-2008
• Conducted architectural design estimates to prevent cost overruns
• Analyzed preliminary, design and construction phases for construction projects
Corps of Engineers, 1983
• Draftsman
Other Positions and Achievements:
U.S.D.F. (United States Dressage Federation), member, rider in regional competitions
Philanthropy:
Bedford Village Elementary School — Created an organic teaching garden for student use
The Masters School — Initiated weather station and developed robotics program
The Windard School — Supported multiple programs to benefit dyslexic children
Blythsdale Childrens Hospital — Donated and worked with the children
My Sisters Place — Involved and supported cause
Participant and volunteer for:
Gimme Shelter Animal Rescue
13 Hands Horse Rescue
Endeavor Therapeutic Riding
Personal:
Bass and drums player, classic rock/grunge band
Wife and mother to Michael J. Richman, Esq.,
Logan (age 18, daughter), and Hayden and Connor (age 12, twin sons)