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Project Experience

 
U.C. Riverside Science Library
A project involving the catastrophic failure of large-diameter underground air-conditioning chiller lines and the resulting settlement of fill materials, attendant water damage to adjacent structures, and loss of use. Bert L. Howe & Associates developed repair and damage evaluations which were instrumental in the successful prosecution of subsequent subrogation action.

 
Lish Residence
Located in Twinsburg, Ohio, the claim involves EIFS exterior cladding, alleged window issues, and other building code deficiencies. Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. performed an evaluation of the plans, construction documents, and installation. Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. observed and documented removal and replacement of system.

 
UCLA Northwest Housing Complex
A project involving the recently completed Northwest Housing Complex on the UCLA campus. The complex consists of 3 multi-story residential units and a large, five-story multipurpose facility encompassing classrooms, auditoriums, a food facility, and campus support services. Repairs and damages amounting to $18,000,000 were addressed and included alleged deficiencies in structural and fire-resistive systems and failures in exterior waterproofing systems and materials resulting in water intrusion and mold growth.

 
Las Vegas Club, Las Vegas Nevada
A $5,000,000 remediation analysis of EIFS cladding and related exterior fenestration at the hotel tower portion of the casino. Specialized protocols were developed in order to accomplish exterior repairs without disruption of normal hotel and casino operations and to minimize street-level impact on guests. Special fenestration components and related interface details were developed in order to integrate repairs at the South Wall Facade while maintaining a continuous one-hour minimum fire-rating at this area.

 
San Bernardino County Medical Center
A $251,000,000 regional medical center constructed in San Bernardino County, California. Claims included alleged failure of terrazzo flooring materials and water damages and mold contamination related to shower membrane leaks in patient rooms. Repair protocols developed by Bert L. Howe & Associates were implemented resulting in substantial savings to insurers and continual, uninterrupted hospital operations during mold abatement remediation and repair.

 
Dickens Senior Housing Project, Sherman Oaks California
A project involving water intrusion at a senior citizen condominium facility. The complex consists of a two-story wood-framed structure over a combination above- and below-grade, cast-in-place concrete parking structure. Claims included water intrusion through roofing assemblies, stucco wall and window systems, and membrane waterproofing materials at public courtyards and walkways over the parking structure. Special repair protocols were developed with regard to sound and dust mitigation and a sophisticated relocation schedule was prepared in order to minimize resident discomfort and displacement.

 
Banning’s Landing Community Center, Wilmington, Port of Los Angeles
A $5,000,000 state-of-the-art multipurpose cultural and meeting facility located in the port community of Wilmington, California. Claims arose from damages caused by prolonged weather exposure resulting from numerous construction delays. Due to complex design elements and the interpolation of multiple architectural, structural, and material finish elements, the development of repair protocols presented BHA with unique challenges. Adding to the complexity of the project was the complete remediation of the center prior to BHA involvement, which forced a heavy reliance on construction documents and project logs.

 
Mission Ridge Apartments, Las Vegas Nevada
A $9,000,000 project involving a 256-unit, 16-building apartment complex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Repair and damage evaluations were developed relative to significant deterioration of exterior stucco wall systems, correlating to multiple contributing sources. BHA provided in-depth analysis of leak history documents, historical photographs of previously repaired damage, and deficiency listings and repair recommendations developed during mediation. As a result of this analysis, BHA was able to successfully allocate responsibility to multiple sources outside the insured’s scope of work, resulting in a savings to the carrier in excess of 96% off the mediation demand.

 
Union Bank Plaza, Los Angeles
A $1,000,000 renovation and tenant improvement project encompassing the street level plaza and mezzanine promenade fronting the Union Bank building in downtown Los Angeles. Repair and damage evaluations were developed relating to failed substrate topping slab materials, horizontal and vertical waterproof membrane systems over a subterranean garage, and the failed application of granite pavers and building wainscot cladding.

 
Senior Systems Technology, Palmdale California
A project involving the failure of the slab-on-grade in a $7,000,000 high-tech computer manufacturing facility and the resulting damage to sophisticated static electricity-dissipating flooring systems.

 
Southern Ohio Health Services Facility
In this project, located in Seaman, Ohio, we undertook site investigation and testing in order to determine issues pertinent to work performed by the framing contractor.

 
Cleveland Fourplex
Multi-family development located in Cleveland, Ohio, Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. completed excavating, foundation, and waterproofing inspections on single and multi-family projects throughout northeastern Ohio.

 
Amburn Residence
35,000 sf home, located in Mount Pleasant, SC. Alleged defects include failure of the EIFS exterior cladding causing water intrusion and substantial damage to framing materials. Complete analysis of exterior cladding, roofing, and fenestration is currently underway by BHA.

 
Carrell Residence
Project located in Simpsonville, South Carolina, involving water intrusion and mold claims. Investigations by BHA have discovered that elements of the roofing, siding, and balcony waterproofing have contributed to the water intrusion and associated mold issues.

 
Centex Homes
Seventeen homes in this project, located at the Charleston National Country Club, have front elevations that were clad with EIFS. Damage and repair evaluations were developed to rectify the issues at minimal cost without displacing the residents.

 
Clifford Pierce Middle School
Located in Merrillville, Indiana, a scaffolding accident left a worker with permanent injuries. Evaluation of OSHA regulations, weather, and job site conditions was performed by BHA to assist in the settlement and allocation of responsibility.

 
Duncan Residence
45,000 sf plantation home near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, involving allegedly defective EIFS siding. BHA provided an evaluation of defects and repair costs. BHA assisted in settlement of a $750,000 for less than $80,000.

 
Eckstein Residence
A $1.7 million home in Paducah, Kentucky. Allegations of water intrusion and mold. Investigation by BHA of windows and deck waterproofing is currently under way.

 
Hadwin-White GMC
Near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Remodeling of the building consisted of EIFS installation and roof alteration, allegedly causing water intrusion and subsequent damage. BHA is currently performing investigation of design and installation to determine potential design deficiencies and damage repair costs.

 
King Residence
Located in Columbia, South Carolina, alleged defects include water intrusion at the front picture window. Investigation by BHA has concluded that deficiencies exist in stone veneer and window construction.

 
Logan-Todd Regional Water District
$3.7 million project of a raw water intake plant on the Cumberland River in Hartsville, Kentucky. Issues include contracts, delay claims, and liquidated damages. Evaluation of site conditions, and contract firms is in process by BHA.

 
Smith Residence
Located in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, the claim involves EIFS exterior cladding, allegedly defective fenestration, and other building code deficiencies.

 
Dreamworks
The Dreamworks Animation Studio and campus, a motion picture and television production facility located in Glendale, California.

 
One Harbor
Twin, high rise condominium towers overlooking San Diego Bay, Coronado Island, and downtown San Diego.

 
Fullerton Police Department
The expansion and renovation of the Fullerton Police Department headquarters, an administrative and jail facility serving the City of Fullerton, California.

 
Cal State Fullerton
A science laboratory facility on the campus of California State University, Fullerton.

 
701 Ocean
A four-story condominium structure with a below-grade parking facilities and a rooftop pool/sun deck, overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California.

 
101 Ocean
An exclusive, high-rise condominium structure with appurtenant parking facilities overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica, California.

 
Palmdale Marketplace
A large, regional shopping center anchored by multiple major tenant and located in Palmdale, California.

 
Prince Turki Residence
A 15,000 sf private residence located in Bel Air, California.

 
Plaza Temecula
A multi-tenant shopping center and light commercial complex located in Temecula, California.

 
Yorba Linda Community Center
A state-of-the-art, multipurpose community and senior center facility located in Yorba Linda, California.

 
University of California Riverside v. Barnhard
A high pressure line break cased flood and erosion to UCR’s new science building. Repairs required extensive excavation, recompaction, and repair to site and building.

 
Pasadena Industrial Building
This project had issues including foundation deformation and subsidence. The foundation was augmented and leveled by the use of helical anchors. The building was reinforced. Slab replacement was required.

 

 

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Learning Seminars

Specialized State Bar Approved Professional Development Activities For Construction Defect Attorneys

 
Leveraging from the experience gained through expert designations in more than 3500 construction defect and claims related litigations, Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. provides clients with a series of approved CEU/MCLE activities geared to the specific needs of legal professionals, builders, insurers and construction practice groups.

The Experts Group has developed a number of approved activities designed specifically for the insurance professional, covering all aspects of residential and commercial construction. Defense attorneys, insurance adjusters, paralegals and insurance underwriters will all benefit from the valuable information on claims avoidance, construction claims cost mitigation, successful documentation in support of third party claims, subrogation, and understanding the methods/standards employed in visual and destructive site inspections.

Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. provide these activities to promote education and innovation in the construction claims community. Our clients access this valuable training and professional development resource through in house presentations, off-sites, and national seminars.

Most activities can be accessed through scheduling a webinar. BHA webinars facilitate access to BHA learning activities through user friendly web conferencing capabilities, enabling our clients’ regional and satellite offices to participate in the activity without leaving their desk. BHA provides this service without charge to our clients, and as a public relations service to builders, commercial general liability/property carriers, construction attorneys, and buildings product manufacturers. To schedule an activity for your firm click here. Construction Defect and Claims related training programs are tailored to suit the specific informational and learning needs of each individual firms construction practice group.

Through more than 15 years of providing these services, BHA has developed a wide array of presentation assets, which are tailored to suit each client’s special requirements. Each activity is supported by extensive animated and fully rendered multimedia assets designed to visually impart understanding of complex construction mechanisms and systems often found at the heart of construction defect and related claims.

Employing a collegial workshop atmosphere in connection with visual resources encourages interaction between attendees and dialog with presenters. Questions and answers are encouraged throughout the activity. Each activity concludes with a workshop section wherein attendees have an opportunity to discuss issues or ask questions specific to their caseload or individual needs. Several of following activities and professional development seminars have been approved for MCLE credit by the State Bar of California. Activities may also qualify for reciprocal credit for individuals outside California or attending through our Webinars. Contact your State Bar Organization for specific details. For further information call us at (800) 482.1822 or by clicking here.

Available Seminars*

Construction Defect and Claims Cost Mitigation

Multimedia supported in-house lecture activity, contemporary issues and advancements in construction defect claims, with specialized

emphasis allocation and liability apportionment in support of third party claims. Structural and foundation systems as well as fenestrations, roof, deck and building envelope systems are discussed from the construction claims and liability perspectives.

Attendees will gain from an explained visual understanding of the most common issues associated with residential construction defect claims. Substantive handout material will provide attendees with an continued benefit through full color reference works that visually explain expert opinions/issues frequently encountered in connection with the interested (third party) sub trades related to each issue.

* Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. certifies that this activity has been approved by The State Bar of California. This activity will provide you with one hour of participatory credit through attendance at an approved lecture or in-house education. Most state bar organizations offer reciprocal credit for California State Bar approved activity. For specific information check with your State Bar Association.

Understanding Construction Defect Litigation

Animation supported in-house lecture with focus on the residential construction process, construction sequencing, and the inter-relationships between the developer, general contractor, sub trades and design professionals. Typical plaintiff HOA expert issues are examined in connection with primary building systems and components frequently associated with construction defect and claims litigation.

In the dynamic environment of construction defect litigation, ongoing education with regard to construction terminology and technology is vital to the efficient management of construction-related claims. Attendance at the Construction Defect and Claims Cost Mitigation Seminar will provide the attendee with a greater understanding of the terms and conditions encountered on a daily basis, and will at the same time assist in the satisfaction of important MCLE requirements.

This activity will provide you with one hour of participatory credit through attendance at an approved lecture or in-house education. Because this activity is limited to one hour, and in an effort to make attendance as easy as possible, no materials need be reviewed prior to attendance (although seminar outlines and attendant handout will be provided at the time of presentation).

* Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. certifies that this activity has been approved by The State Bar of California. This activity will provide you with one hour of participatory credit through attendance at an approved lecture or in-house education. Most state bar organizations offer reciprocal credit for California State Bar approved activity. For specific information check with your State Bar Association.

Construction Basics

This seminar provides an overview of the construction process from land selection and preparation through foundation placement, framing, roofing, and interior and exterior finish installation. Perfect for both the seasoned CD professional as well as the industry newcomer, Construction Basics offers a comprehensive introduction to residential construction.

Concrete, Slabs on Grade and Foundation Systems

This seminar provides an overview of concrete materials and methods, with an emphasis on concrete slabs on grade, concrete foundation systems, concrete reinforcing materials and admixtures. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

General Framing

With a strong focus on residential Type-V construction, this seminar takes the attendee on an exploration of framing terminology and materials, highlighting framing connections, hardware, interfaces with foundations and other building elements, and structural components including shear-resisting assemblies. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

Windows and Doors

Water intrusion through window and door assemblies accounts for a significant portion of a typical CD claim. This seminar introduces window and door products, fenestration installation including framing and flashing materials, and integration with surrounding interior and exterior finishes. Window and door types are discussed (horizontal slider, single hung, fixed sash, etc.) as are the various materials utilized in window and door manufacture. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

Roofing and Waterproofing

After doors and windows, roofing and roofing-related conditions account for most of the water intrusion allegations seen today on construction defect litigation. This seminar investigates roofing materials, sheet metal flashing components, roofing underlayment, as well as roof framing and roof sheathing and the interface of the roof with adjacent building finishes and veneers. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

Exterior Finish Systems

This seminar explores the often confusing world of stucco systems, EIFS, wood and composite siding, brick and stone veneer, elastomeric paints, caulking and other sealants. Similarities and differences between common exterior finishes are addressed and discussed, as are recent changes and developments in exterior finish systems. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

Site, Grading, and Drainage

Principles of grading, drainage mechanisms. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

Bathrooms and Ceramic Tile

Tub and shower assemblies, ceramic tile surrounds and shower receptors, shower enclosures, waterproof membranes. Typical allegations raised by homeowner/HOA experts are addressed as is identification of potential contributing subcontractors by trade and scope.

For more information on providing these activities to your firm, or to discuss your firms specific construction claims related educational/training or support needs click (here)

Construction Claims Consultants

Trial Support, Expert Witness Personnel

	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	FREDERICK DICE M.S. Architecture, University of Michigan B.S. Architecture, University of Michigan Licensed Architect, Michigan NCARB Certified Email: frederickd@berthowe.com

	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	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
	Gregory C. Cook Licensed General Contractor, California ICBO Residential Building Inspector Certified Mold Remediation Contractor Email: gregcook@berthowe.com
	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
	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

	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
	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
	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
	Joseph Santa Cruz Professional Engineering License, Civil Engineering Bachelor of Science, Architectural Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Email: josephsantacruz@berthowe.com
	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
	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

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

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

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