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Mark Chapman Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, 1991, California State University, Long Beach Registered Civil Engineer for California, 52142, 1994 Registered Civil Engineer for Arizona, 36022 Registered Civil Engineer for Nevada, 014532 Licensed General Building Contractor, B-632445, State of California Email: markc@berthowe.com  |
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Jerry Miles Brigham Young University, Provo, UT; BS Civil Engineering (1984) Professional Engineer’s License (Civil #88865) in Texas Professional Engineer’s License (Civil #42593) in California Professional Engineer’s License (Civil - Inactive) in Nevada Professional Engineer’s License (Civil - Inactive) in Louisiana Professional Engineer’s License (Civil - Inactive) in Oklahoma Professional Engineer’s License (Civil - Inactive) in Arkansas Slope Stability Course, Cal-Poly, Pomona University – 1986 Hydrology Software Seminar – 1990 Municipal Planning and Land Use Seminar – 1992 Softdesk Software Training – 1999 Foundation Engineering Seminar, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin – 2003 ASCE Wind Engineering Seminar, Las Vegas, NV – 2006 American Society of Civil Engineers – Member American Concrete Institute – Associate Email: jerrymiles@berthowe.com |
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Matt Stiefel University of California, Los Angeles; BS Civil Engineering (1997) Professional Engineer’s License (Civil #61676) in California Professional Engineer’s License (Civil #16611) in Nevada International Code Council California Building Plans Examiner Cal EMA Post-Disaster Safety Assessment Program Evaluator Foundation Engineering Course (CE 744); NC State University – 2007 Structural Design in Wood Course (CE 528); NC State University – 2007 Slope Stability Seminar; Virginia Tech University – 1999 California Mold Conference Seminar; Lorman Education Services – 2002 Wood Structures I and II; International Code Council – 2004 Structural Design Seminar; University of Wisconsin, Madison – 2006 American Society of Civil Engineers - Member Email: mattstiefel@berthowe.com |
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Joseph Santa Cruz Professional Engineering License, Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Email: josephsantacruz@berthowe.com |
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STEPHEN HODGESON B.S., Mechanical Engineering, University of Utah Professional Engineer Texas Professional Engineer California Professional Engineer Colorado Professional Engineer Idaho Professional Engineer Indiana Mechanical Engineer Texas Fire Protection Engineer Texas Email: shodgeson@berthowe.com |
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VITALY FEYGIN M.S. Structural Engineering, Kharkow Academy of Transportation Licensed Professional Engineer, Maryland Licensed Professional Engineer, Florida Licensed Professional Engineer, Pennsylvania Publications: Sea Wall Systems (STRUCTURE Magazine, December 2009) Rational Approach to Design and Analysis of Piers and Marginal Wharves (STRUCTURE Magazine, slated for July 2010) US and International Patents: Diaphragm Sea/Retaining Wall (Patent Pending) Universal Feygin’s Cofferdam System (Patent Pending) Awards: 2008 ACI Grand Prize for Excellence in Concrete Design and Construction for Harrah’s Chester Casino and Racetrack Bridge 2008 ACI Grand Prize Award for Excellence in Concrete Design and Construction for Ritz Carlton Water Front Development, Baltimore, Inner Harbor 2008 Facilities Engineering Award Winner-American Association of Port Authorities Email: vitalyf@berthowe.com |
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Civil engineers are members of a professional engineering discipline that deals with the design, construction and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment, including works such as bridges, roads, canals, dams and buildings. Civil engineering is the oldest engineering discipline after military engineering, and it was defined to distinguish it from military engineering. It is traditionally broken into several sub-disciplines including environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, water resources engineering, materials engineering, coastal engineering, surveying, and construction engineering. Civil engineering takes place on all levels: in the public sector from municipal through to federal levels, and in the private sector from individual homeowners through to international companies.
Civil engineers apply physical and scientific principles, and the history of their field is intricately linked to advances in understanding of physics and mathematics throughout history. Because civil engineering is a wide ranging profession, including several separate specialized sub-disciplines, its history is linked to knowledge of structures, materials science, geology, soils, hydrology, environment, mechanics and other fields. Throughout ancient and medieval history most architectural design and construction was carried out by artisans, such as stone masons and carpenters, rising to the role of master builder. Knowledge was retained in guilds and seldom supplanted by advances. Structures, roads and infrastructure that existed were repetitive, and increases in scale were incremental.
One of the earliest examples of a scientific approach to physical and mathematical problems applicable to civil engineering is the work of Archimedes in the 3rd century BC, including Archimedes Principle, which underpins our understanding of buoyancy, and practical solutions such as Archimedes' screw. Brahmagupta is considered to be the first to use arithmetic for civil engineering. Brahmagupta used arithmetic based on Hindu-Arabic numerals for canal construction, excavation and volume computations.
Civil engineers typically possess an academic degree with a major in civil engineering. The length of study for such a degree is usually four or five years and the completed degree is usually designated as a Bachelor of Engineering, though some universities designate the degree as a Bachelor of Science. The degree generally includes units covering physics, mathematics, project management, design and specific topics in civil engineering. Initially such topics cover most, if not all, of the sub-disciplines of civil engineering. Students then choose to specialize in one or more sub-disciplines towards the end of the degree.
In most countries, a Bachelor's degree in engineering represents the first step towards professional certification and the degree program itself is certified by a professional body. After completing a certified degree program the engineer must satisfy a range of requirements (including work experience and exam requirements) before being certified. Once certified, the engineer is designated the title of Professional Engineer (in the United States, Canada and South Africa), Chartered Engineer (in most Commonwealth countries), Chartered Professional Engineer (in Australia and New Zealand), or European Engineer (in much of the European Union). There are international engineering agreements between relevant professional bodies which are designed to allow engineers to practice across international borders.
The advantages of certification vary depending upon location. For example, in the United States and Canada "only a licensed engineer may prepare, sign and seal, and submit engineering plans and drawings to a public authority for approval, or seal engineering work for public and private clients." This requirement is enforced by state and provincial legislation such as Quebec's Engineers Act. In other countries, no such legislation exists. In Australia, state licensing of engineers is limited to the state of Queensland. Practically all certifying bodies maintain a code of ethics that they expect all members to abide by or risk expulsion. In this way, these organizations play an important role in maintaining ethical standards for the profession. Even in jurisdictions where certification has little or no legal bearing on work, engineers are subject to contract law. In cases where an engineer's work fails he or she may be subject to the tort of negligence and, in extreme cases, the charge of criminal negligence. An engineer's work must also comply with numerous other rules and regulations such as building codes and legislation pertaining to environmental law.
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JOHN D. TOLMAN Licensed General Building Contractor, B-410125, State of California Licensed Real Estate Broker – California Doctorate of Law – Western State University Bachelor of Science, Law – Western State University Bachelor of Arts – University of Redlands Member – American Bar Association Member – Building Industry Association Member – American Society of Professional Estimators Member – Construction Specification Institute Member – Association of General Contractors Email: johntolman@berthowe.com  |
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ALAN D. STURM Experienced in residential, commercial and catastrophic property claims with certifications from National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), California Earthquake Authority (CEA), State Farm, Allstate, Tower Hill, Liberty Mutual, St. Paul/Travelers and Licensed Insurance Adjuster in Five States Email: alansturm@berthowe.com |
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DONALD W. MACGREGOR Licensed General Building Contractor, B-900929, State of California Licensed General Contractor, All Structures: Oregon Member, International Conference of Building Officials ICC Certified Building Inspector (IBC), #5028454-B5 ICC Certified Building Inspector (UBC), #5028454-10 Certificate – 11CRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in Buildings Member, American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) Member, Construction Specification Institute Member, International Conference of Building Officials Email: donm@berthowe.com |
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GARY RAY Master of Business Administration, Major: Construction Management, Alameda University Licensed General Contractor – B, State of California Licensed General Contractor – Engineering A, State of California International Code Council, Contributing Council Member International Code Council, Certified International Residential Inspector American Society of Safety Engineers, Certified Member, Safety Trained Supervisor 4-Year Apprenticeship Program, Journeyman Carpenter (Union 2203) 4-Year Apprenticeship Program, Journeyman Electrician Email: garyray@berthowe.com |
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BRIAN VANN Bachelor of Arts Degree, Architecture, University of California, Berkeley IICRC-Certified Water Restoration Technician, Applied Microbial Remediation Technician Instructor, Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, New Mexico Instructor, University of Colorado Center Certified Estimator, Xactimate Email: brianvann@berthowe.com |
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DAVID L. SUGGS Licensed General Building Contractor, B-778968, State of California Certified Waterproofing Applicator Member, American Society of Professional Estimators Member, Construction Specifications Institute Licensed General Building Contractor, State of Nevada ASPE-Certified Professional Estimator Email: davidsuggs@berthowe.com |
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JACK J. TAYLOR Licensed General Contractor, State of California Licensed Concrete Contractor, State of California Certificate of Graduation in Construction Cost Estimating from Career Management Institute Carpenter’s Apprenticeship Program - San Bernardino Valley College Member American Society of Professional Estimators Certified Waterproofing Applicator Certificate-IICRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in Buildings Email: jacktaylor@berthowe.com |
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Gregory C. Cook Licensed General Contractor, California ICBO Residential Building Inspector Certified Mold Remediation Contractor Email: gregcook@berthowe.com |
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CHARLES MILLER Southeastern Community College, West Burlington, Iowa University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa Licensed General Contractor, Colorado (various jurisdictions) Licensed General Contractor, Iowa Licensed General Contractor, Montana Licensed General Contractor, Nebraska Licensed General Contractor, Texas (inactive) Australia Building Services Authority Registered Contractor, Australia (inactive) International Code Council, 2006 Residential Building Contractor, C International Code Council, 2006 Residential Building Inspector Certified Project Manager, Department of Energy Certified Project Manager, American Academy of Project Management Certified International Project Manager, American Academy of Project Management Department of Energy, published technical author International Code Council Society of Manufacturing Engineers American Society of Mechanical Engineers Project Management Institute American Academy of Project Management Home Builders Association of Metro Denver Email: charlesmiller@berthowe.com |
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WILLIAM DUCHARME Bachelor of Science, Biblical Studies and a minor in General Ministry CDT Certified (Certified Document Technician) – Construction Specifications Institute CCA Certified (Construction Contract Administrator) – Construction Specifications Institute CCS Certified (Construction Contract Specifier) – Construction Specifications Institute Associate Member of American Institute of Building Designers, AIBD CR, Certified Remodeler, National Association of Remodeling Industry Member of Construction Specification Institute Email: williamd@berthowe.com |
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John Springman Master of Architecture, University of Illinois Licensed Architect, California Licensed Architect, Colorado Licensed Architect, Nevada Licensed Architect, Texas NCARB Certification California Supplemental Examination Commissioner, California State Board of Architects Email: johns@berthowe.com
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Stan Bezue Bachelor of Architecture, Southern University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana Licensed Architect, California Licensed General Building Contractor, B-00846803, State of California Member, American Institute of Architects Email: stanbezue@berthowe.com |
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Matthew J. Nardella Licensed Architect, State of California Registered Residential Designer, State of Nevada Bachelor of Architecture, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona California Supplemental Oral Examination Commissioner, California State Board of Architectural Examiners Organizational Member, American Concrete Institute Email: mattn@berthowe.com |
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JOHN B. A. MANCINI Licensed Architect, California Licensed General Contractor — B, State of California California Supplemental Examination Commissioner, California State Board of Architects Certificate, High Density Urban Planning, Urban Land Institute Guest Speaker, American Society of Consulting Engineers (Forensic Evidence Collection) Email: johnm@berthowe.com |
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BARRETT KAYS Ph.D. Honors Soil Science, North Carolina State University M.L.A. Honors Landscape Architecture, Minor Environmental Planning, North Carolina State University B.S. Honors Agriculture and Biological Science, Oklahoma State University Registered Landscape Architect, Iowa Registered Landscape Architect, North Carolina Registered Landscape Architect, New York Registered Landscape Architect, Virginia Licensed Professional Soil Scientist, North Carolina Licensed Professional Soil Scientist, Virginia Email: barrettk@berthowe.com |
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DOUGLAS F. GORRIE Licensed Architect, California Licensed Architect, Nevada Licensed Architect, Arizona Licensed Architect, Texas NCARB Certified Organizational Member, American Concrete Institute Bachelor of Architecture, University of Oregon Email: dougg@berthowe.com |
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Carlos Rey Registered California Architect Bachelor of Science, Architecture, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo American Institute of Architects Construction Specifications Institute Lake Forest Community Association, Architectural Committee Email: carlosrey@berthowe.com |
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JORGE PORTER Licensed Architect, California Licensed Architect, Mexico Bachelor in Architecture, Escuela Mexicana de Arquitectura, La Salle University, Mexico City, Mexico Email: jorgeporter@berthowe.com |
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JOHN SORCINELLI Licensed Architect, State of California Registered Architect, British Columbia, Canada Registered Architect, United Kingdom Registered Architect with NCARB Member of the American Institute of Architects Member of the Royal Institute of British Architects Vice Chairman Royal Institute of British Architects, Los Angeles Chapter Member of the Architectural Institute of British Columbia Founder and President of the San Dimas Marketplace, Inc. (non-profit) Email: johnsorc@berthowe.com |
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RICHARD NERO University of Arizona, Bachelor of Architecture Frank Lloyd School of Architecture, Scottsdale, AZ & Spring Green, WI Registered Architect, California Registered Architect, Pennsylvania Registered Architect, Arizona Certified Building Inspector, Wisconsin Email: richardn@berthowe.com |
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FREDERICK DICE M.S. Architecture, University of Michigan B.S. Architecture, University of Michigan Licensed Architect, Michigan NCARB Certified Email: frederickd@berthowe.com |
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KEVIN HEIDELBERGER Licensed Roofing Contractor, C39-539648, State of California Licensed Roofing Contractor (C15A), State of Nevada Certified Waterproofing Applicator Instructor – Tile Roof Institute Member, Tile Roof Institute Member, Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) Certified Installer – Tile Roof Institute Certified Specifier – Tile Roof Institute Carlisle Waterproofing – Certified Inspector Email: kevinh@berthowe.com |
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BRADLEY W. HUGHES Licensed General Building Contractor, B-00723912, State of California Licensed Roofing Contractor, C39-00723912, State of California Graduate, Control Data Institute, Anaheim, CA Associate of Science Equivalence Diploma computer technology Member, Construction Specifications Institute Tile Roofing Institute Certification Email: bradh@berthowe.com |