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JOHN B. A. MANCINI - ARCHITECTIn 1995, Mr. Mancini joined the firm of Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., and now practices within the specialty of Forensic Architecture. He has successfully represented both plaintiffs and defendants in construction defect litigation and has developed specialized protocols for investigative procedures and evidence collection. He is responsible for the preparation of detailed analytical documents and reports. Mr. Mancini has provided testimony pertaining to architectural stan-dard of care, construction standard of care and interpretation of contract docu-ments. He has testified on more than 100 occasions at mediations, depositions, arbitration and trial.

Mr. Mancini specializes in insurance fraud, contract fraud and personal injury cas-es. He has been involved in more than sixty cases of insurance and contract fraud. He has investigated and testified at mediation and trial deposition for more than ten personal injury suits and three fire-loss suits. He has also been designated as a neutral party arbitrator for the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Mr. Mancini has a diverse background in master planning, building design, con-struction management and forensic analysis. Mr. Mancini obtained his license to practice architecture in September, 1991. He is also a commissioner on the California Architects Board and is pro-active in the development of specialized criteria for licensure of candidates. Mr. Mancini has been actively involved in nu-merous aspects of the construction industry for more than thirty years.

In 1969, Mr. Mancini began his career in building design as an associate intern for Concept Environment, Inc., a subsidiary of the Ford Motor Company. This firm de-signed and developed a unique factory-produced modular housing system that was based on the combination of the Warren truss and stressed-skin floor and roofing panels. The system was utilized on difficult sites and provided minimum environmental impacts on natural terrain and vegetation.

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Subsequent to the Concept Environment experience, Mr. Mancini accepted a posi-tion as a construction systems design analyst for Levitt Construction Systems, Inc. His primary responsibility in this position was to integrate quality architectural design in-novations into the manufactured housing assembly process through development and implementation of advanced systems technology.

In 1975, Mr. Mancini became a manufacturing systems analyst for Environmental Systems International, a subsidiary of the Berkus Group, Architects. Mr. Mancini spe-cialized in the design and development of technology relating to the unique needs of European and Japanese housing markets. During his tenure at ESI, he authored a book entitled, “Advanced Manufactured Housing Technology.” The book was translated and published in Japan.

After the manufactured housing and technology aspects of Mr. Mancini’s career, he turned his attention to the conventional aspects of architecture and construction. He became a project manager for the Berkus Group and was primarily involved in plan-ning, design and construction document preparation for large single-family projects.

In 1978, Mr. Mancini became a project manager and associate partner for Burke-Lester & Associates, Inc., a full-service architectural firm located in Irvine, California. During the ensuing ten-year period, he participated in the planning and design of many commercial, single-family and multi-family projects throughout the State of California. As a principal associate with this firm, Mr. Mancini was pro-active in con-tract negotiations, interagency coordination, consultant coordination and construction administration services. During this period, Mr. Mancini was involved in the design and construction of approximately 2,500 residential units throughout Southern California. He managed several corporate clients, such as William Lyon, Pacesetter, Van Daele Development and Regis Homes.

In 1988, Mr. Mancini accepted as position with Illini Construction as construction man-ager for the Grand Champions Tennis Stadium, located in Indian Wells, California. In this position, he was responsible for construction coordination of a 10,000 seat cast-in-place concrete stadium with related health spa facilities. After completion of the tennis stadium, Mr. Mancini supervised construction of an 80,000 square foot retail shopping mall and an adjacent medical care facility in West Covina, California.

Mr. Mancini turned to private practice in architecture in 1991, and designed several commercial and residential projects. During this period, he was retained as a consul-tant for the design of the Juvenile Detention Facility in Orange County, California. He also specialized in the design of office space for several businesses, corporate clients, insurance companies and medical groups.

John B. A. Mancini - Architect

Licensed Architect, CaliforniaCommissioner, California Architects Board Certificate, High Density Urban Planning, Urban Land InstituteCertificate, ADA Design and Interpretation, State of CaliforniaGuest Speaker, American Society of Consulting Engineers (Forensic Evidence Collection)e-mail - johnm@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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JOHn M. SPRInGMAn - ARCHITECTJohn Springman is a licensed architect with more than 20 years of experience in design and development of a variety of residential and commercial construc-tion projects. He has an extensive background in design; plan review, feasibil-ity studies, project management, and other tasks associated with comprehensive architectural services pertaining residential development, merchant-builder tract housing, apartments, condominiums as well as commercial and retail projects. Mr. Springman provides a professional level of expertise with regard to the principals of design, code compliance, knowledge of in-place construction systems and the mechanics of materials and failure diagnosis. He also is familiar with state and local building code criteria, contract documentation, including specifications and details of construction. He is knowledgeable in construction sequencing, systems interface and project development. Mr. Springman has the background and ex-perience in forensic analysis, preparation of repair methodologies and recom-mendations appropriate to the resolution of construction issues.

Mr. Springman has been a designated expert in several hundred construction de-fect cases along with a number of personal injury cases. Further, he has testified on numerous occasions at deposition and trial. Mr. Springman’s background and experience are well suited to assignments wherein he provides expert opinion relative to matters of construction, design, standard of care, standard of practice and he participates in alternative dispute resolutions.

As a Consultant, Mr. Springman’s responsibilities include forensic analysis, earth-quake damage building assessment, compliance with plans and specifications, remedial design to correct deficiencies, Uniform Building Code compliance, cost estimating and consultant coordination. Preceding his tenure with Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Springman, had provided consulting services in construc-

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tion litigation on behalf of plaintiffs, defendants and cross-defendants as Senior Architect at PCMI as well as at CCL Consultants.

As Director of Design II, Project Architect, Senior Designer and Production Manager, Senior Draftsman for the Randy Washington Company, Mr. Springman was respon-sible for architectural conceptual design, design development, preparation of plans and specifications and field observations on merchant builder housing projects (single family tract developments, apartments and condominiums), low-rise office buildings, hotel and retail strip center projects. Other responsibilities included consultant coordi-nation, building department approvals and scheduling.

He was an architect for the 1984 Summer Olympics held in Los Angeles, and served on the Jerde Partnership team responsible for management and coordination of improve-ments for the 1984 Summer Olympics. Mr. Springman prepared a “LOOK” package that provided design criteria, design development, selection alternatives and require-ments. He was responsible for design development and production of drawings for permanent facility improvements to the USC Athlete Village. He additionally provided field coordination of the installation of “LOOK” improvements.

As Principal/Partner of Springman & Schechter Architecture, Mr. Springman was re-sponsible for all phases of professional architectural practice from design through construction. Projects included custom homes and remodeling of residential and com-mercial facilities.

He was responsible for interior design, camera-ready artwork, construction docu-ments, and installation supervision at Coy Howard & Company. Projects included cus-tom homes, museums, showrooms, art galleries and studios. At Carl Day & Associates, A.L.A., he was responsible for drafting, design development, construction documents and construction contract administration. Projects included custom homes and low-rise commercial facilities.

John M. Springman - Architect

Master of Architecture, University of Illinois nCARB Certification (60037)Licensed Architect, California (C11330) Licensed Architect, Colorado (400592)Licensed Architect, nevada (5501)Licensed Architect, Texas (20019)Serves as a California Supplemental Examination Commissionere-mail - johns@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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“Mr. Springman has been a designated expert in several hundred construction defect cases along with a number of personal injury cases.”

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JOHn S. SORCInELLI - ARCHITECTMr. Sorcinelli is an award-winning licensed professional architect with more than thirty years experience in design, construction, cost-planning and construction management. He has designed numerous projects both in the United States and abroad, and has augmented his design experience with a faculty position teach-ing design and professional practice at various major universities. As an expert at Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Sorcinelli experiences allows him to under-stand the construction process and, with his professional experience, is quick to determine appropriate methods for remediation, completion and/or construction of new projects in the most cost-effective manner.

In 1973, Mr. Sorcinelli received a Bachelor of Science degree from Lowell Technological Institute with a major in structural design and soil mechanics and a minor in transportation planning. Mr. Sorcinelli received his Bachelor of Architecture in 1977 from the internationally recognized Mackintosh School of Architecture and the University of Glasgow in Glasgow, Scotland. In 1979 Mr. Sorcinelli acquired his Masters in Architecture from one of the world’s pre-eminent programs in design and theory, the Architectural Association in London, England.

His design career began at Westcott Construction Corporation after graduating from Lowell Technical Institute. At Westcott Mr. Sorcinelli’s duties included every-thing from design and cost planning to site inspections, supervision and construc-tion scheduling. While at Westcott, Mr. Sorcinelli was involved with both private and public projects that included involvement in several water treatment facilities and the rehabilitation of existing manufacturing facilities in the Attleboro area of Massachusetts.

After receiving his Masters in Architecture in London, Mr. Sorcinelli became a project architect for the Richard Rogers Partnership, based in England. His tenure at the Richard Rogers Partnership saw Mr. Sorcinelli involved in several multi-mil-

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lion dollar, internationally recognized projects. These projects included the $530 mil-lion Lloyds of London Redevelopment, the $56 million national Gallery Competition and the $20 million Wellcome Foundation Headquarters. All of these projects were located in England.

His design work with The Rogers Partnership received international acclaim, and by 1980 Mr. Sorcinelli’s work allowed The Rogers Partnership to capture 4 major inter-national competitions. In addition to these accolades, Mr. Sorcinelli’s work was reg-ularly appearing in such publications as Architectural Review, International Design, Architectural Design, Progressive Architecture and many other international publica-tions.

In 1986, Mr. Sorcinelli accepted a faculty position at the University of Southern California’s School of Architecture. During a 4-year stay Mr. Sorcinelli’s teaching in-volvements included both design as well as professional practices courses.

Mr. Sorcinelli returned to design in 1990, establishing Design Source Studios and then incorporating in 2001 to Sorcinelli Architects, Inc. His design work at Design Source Studios/Sorcinelli Architects, Inc. was a mix of private and public projects, running the gamut from single-family custom homes, design of new home tracts, commercial and school projects. His design work specifically includes two new school projects for the Los Angeles Unified School District, a new 400-person banquet facility at the Via Verde Country Club, historic home restorations, a mixed use commercial/seniors housing project for the City of San Dimas, California, and the adaptive re-use of a California Historic Landmark to a community center for at risk youths in central Los Angeles.

As a construction consultant for Bert L. Howe & Associates, Mr. Sorcinelli is able to draw from his more than thirty years experience to analyze and develop protocols for repair and identification of appropriate standards by which alleged defective conditions should be evaluated. Mr. Sorcinelli also conducts analysis of construction documents pertaining to existing construction and compliance with applicable building codes appropriate during initial construction and evaluates ramifications to repairs by the present codes. His intimate understanding of design and construction requirements enables him to develop repair methodology as well as alternative repair scope re-sponsive to the issues and as appropriate to the conditions of dispute.

Education:

·Bachelor of Science, Lowell Technological Institute, Lowell, Massachusetts

·Bachelor of Architecture, Mackintosh School of Architecture and the University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland

·Master in Architecture, Architectural Association, London, England

John S. Sorcinelli - Architect

Licensed Architect, State of CaliforniaRegistered Architect, British Columbia, CanadaRegistered Architect, United KingdomRegistered Architect with nCARBMember of the American Institute of ArchitectsMember of the Royal Institute of British Architectse-mail - johnsorc@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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MATTHEW J. nARDELLA - ARCHITECTMr. nardella is a licensed professional architect with experience in trial and me-diation as an expert witness. Throughout Mr. nardella’s more than 20 years in the design, construction, and consulting fields, he has served as a designer, con-struction manager, construction monitor, estimator, and litigation support analyst for numerous residential and commercial building projects. Developers, general contractors, design firms, and real estate consultants have employed Mr. nardella for his diverse experience and abilities.

As a member of the professional staff of Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. nardella brings a depth of experience encompassing several hundred projects throughout the United States. His comprehensive understanding of professional standards of care, regional building practices, construction methods, and reme-diation systems is beyond his years. Mr. nardella understands the construction process and, with his professional experience, is quick to determine appropriate methods for remediation, completion and/or construction of new projects in the most cost-effective manner.

His background in construction includes several years of experience conducting analyses and dealing with construction defect cases, including development of protocols for repair and identification of appropriate standards by which alleged defective conditions should be evaluated. Mr. nardella prepares protocols and conducts visual and intrusive/destructive testing developing relevant observation documentation. Mr. nardella conducts analysis of construction documents per-taining to existing construction and compliance with applicable building codes appropriate during initial construction and evaluates ramifications to repairs by the present codes. His understanding of design and construction requirements enables him to develop repair methodology as well as alternative repair scope responsive to the issues and as appropriate to the conditions of dispute.

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Mr. nardella utilizes systems developed by BHA to capture and document conditions from inspections and construction documents, which, through analysis, often yields su-perior information to the client. Mr. nardella prepares reports with responses detailed to the issues and allegations in question. He prepares repair recommendations, scope and methodology for development of cost estimates and is actively involved in expert meetings, depositions and mediation for a variety of construction defect cases and construction conditions. Mr. nardella has extensive experience serving the support needs of developers, general contractors, insurers, attorneys, builders and lenders. Mr. nardella brings capability and depth of management experience to his work at BHA.

During his tenure at EMG, Mr. nardella was responsible for the supervision of more than 100 architects throughout the nation, where he was directly involved in over 1,000 real estate due diligence investigations. These cases involved determination of as-built conditions, code compliance, feasibility for construction, value of work-in-place, and development of costs estimates for completion, compliance, remedia-tion and new development. Working for clients including GMAC, Wells Fargo, Fannie Mae, GE Capital, Morgan Stanley, Lehman Brothers, as well as numerous government entities, Mr. nardella provided construction monitoring services, project management, program administration, and a variety of facilities assessment services to a wide as-sortment of project types throughout the country.

Mr. nardella has authored industry-standard ASTM-compliant property condition as-sessment reports for several major lending institutions and real estate developers and has been instrumental in providing claims support services and property evaluations on apartment complexes, industrial parks, casinos, hotels, nursing homes, retail devel-opments, schools, universities, and a great number of residential developments.

As principal of his own design firm, he was responsible for all facets of architectural planning and design, consultant coordination, and construction document preparation of his projects. Mr. nardella’s practice included residential and commercial projects in-cluding tract homes, custom homes, restaurants, amusement parks, and industrial facili-ties. Everyday work consisted of design and construction management activities such as preparation and administration of contract documents and all aspects of entitle-ment including regional and local planning approvals, local interagency coordination, building permit processing, and project closeout documentation. He acted as the own-er’s agent, prepared preliminary budget documents, and assisted in preparation of loan request budgets on behalf of the owner. Mr. nardella developed, monitored, and maintained all relevant project documents, subcontracts, change orders, certificates of insurance, and payment requests and maintained a pro-active presence, personally managed on-site work, and exercised quality control standards during construction. He participated in scheduled observations of work in place and coordinated closely with the relevant jurisdictional agencies to ensure code compliance.

Matthew J. nardella - Architect

Registered Architect, State of CaliforniaRegistered Residential Designer, State of nevadaBachelor of Architecture, California State Polytechnic University, PomonaCommissioner, California State Board of Architectural ExaminersOrganizational Member, American Concrete Institutee-mail - mattn@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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BRIAn G. MOFFITT - ARCHITECTMr. Moffitt has more than twenty-one years of architectural and construction ex-perience in all types of commercial and residential construction technology. As a designated architectural expert, he provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., with a professional level of expertise with regard to the principals of design, code compliance, and in-place construction systems components. He also provides interpretive documentation of state and local building code criteria, ADA acces-sibility compliance and mechanism of failure of building components. Mr. Moffitt has a working knowledge of the mechanics of materials and failure diagnosis. He also has experience in contract documentation, including specifications, details of construction, AIA standard forms of agreement and general conditions of con-tracts. He is knowledgeable in the construction sequencing, systems interface and project closeout criteria. Mr. Moffitt has a background and experience in forensic analysis, preparation of repair methodologies and recommendations, and the cost of repair associated with remediation of construction defects. He prepares detailed technical analyses of findings, interpretive causation, and appropriate repair scope.

As a practicing professional architect, Mr. Moffitt has held senior management positions with several noteworthy architectural firms; including Atlandia Design, Saxton, Incorporated, and DMJM + Holmes and narver. In addition to his re-sponsibilities as Project Architect for a variety of building types, he has assumed a lead position in general management and operations for these firms and was responsible for corporate personnel management, resource utilization and busi-ness development. He has developed in-house control documents and systems for project budgets and timetables and for progress monitoring and alternative project delivery systems.

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Mr. Moffitt has worked closely with individual and corporate clientele and has devel-oped specialized skills in programming and project evaluation criteria. As a close liai-son between clients and jurisdictional authorities, Mr. Moffitt has been instrumental in successful entitlement and project master planning that is compatible with client goals and land use criteria. Further, he has prepared schematic design and design develop-ment studies that serve to establish a responsible basis for development programs that are achievable within established project budget parameters.

He has prepared and negotiated contracts for architectural services, as well as pro-fessional consultant agreements and. He has also provided contract administration services and has monitored contracts for compliance with project budgets, schedules and other relevant evaluation criteria. Mr. Moffitt has personally supervised and co-ordinated the preparation of construction documents, including specifications, shop drawing review and approval, and applications for product substitutions. He has pro-cessed and coordinated requests for information, requests for clarification and has evaluated work in place for contractor payment applications.

Mr. Moffitt has extensive experience in all types of construction. He has designed and constructed single-family detached housing and multi-family attached housing, in varying degrees of density, and in low-rise, mid-rise and high-rise configurations. He has designed and constructed many different types of professional, commercial, indus-trial and institutional buildings including; office buildings, multi-story shells, and tenant improvements. He has completed projects for the State of nevada, UnLV, Community College of Southern nevada, Clark County School District, McCarran Airport, and others. He has also prepared design for resort hotels, casinos, restaurants and retail stores.

Mr. Moffitt also has specialized experience in construction defect litigation. He has directed and participated in development of inspection protocols and documentation of as-built conditions. He has prepared assessment and evaluation reports with ap-propriate support documentation, identifying trades and causes contributing toward in-place conditions. Mr. Moffitt has participated in various resolution venues including mediation and has provided expert testimony.

Brian G. Moffitt - Architect

Licensed Architect, nevadaLicensed Architect, ArizonaLicensed Architect, TexasMaster of Architecture Degree, University of Utah Bachelor of Science Degree, University of UtahMember, American Institute of ArchitectsMember, Construction Specifications Institutee-mail - brianm@berthowe.com

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“Mr. Moffitt has been instrumental in successful entitlement and project master planning.”

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STAn BEzUE - ARCHITECTMr. Bezue is a licensed professional architect with more than twenty-five years experience in design, construction, and construction management. Since 1999, Mr. Bezue’s focus has been on forensic architecture. His years of experience in the building industry enables him to develop comprehensive analytical and statisti-cal analyses to differentiate between design intent, work in place and rate of occurrence for alleged construction defects. Mr. Bezue develops and coordinates subcontractor apportionment allocations based on a review of contract terms and the industry standard of care for a variety of trades. Mr. Bezue provides detailed repair scope analyses and cost estimates for repair and remediation. He has participated in dispute resolution mediations, mandatory settlement conferences, has deposition experience and has testified as a designated expert witness in the field of general contracting, standard of care and contract interpretation.Prior to beginning his tenure at Bert L. Howe & Associates, Mr. Bezue was a forensic architect at Lombard Consulting Service. Joining Lombard in 2005, Mr. Bezue participated in site inspections for the purposes of providing damage as-sessments, analysis of as-built materials and analysis of construction methods. In addition to his investigative role, Mr. Bezue provided technical evaluations of alleged defective conditions, review of plans and construction documents, appli-cable codes, ADA requirements as well as special regional regulations. Drawing from his architectural background, Mr. Bezue also provided written repair scope for implementation into repair estimates and remediation of defects.In 2002, Mr. Bezue joined Marx/Okubo Associates, LTD., as a senior associate. In addition to his forensic duties, Mr. Bezue provided owner representation in the reconstruction of several multi-family projects that were converting to con-dominiums. As conditions dictated, Mr. Bezue was instrumental in recommending viable construction options to resolve issues relating to the conversions. Often, Mr.

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Bezue’s recommendations would not only mitigate any problems with the conversion, but would also create added value to the project. His work at Marx/Okubo would result in regular interactions with a gamut of individuals – from lenders, investors and loan officers to contractors, developers and government inspectors.Mr. Bezue’s career in forensic architecture began at McGinnis Chen Associates, LLP. Initially at McGinnis Chen, Mr. Bezue specialized in multi-family low-rise buildings that were experiencing deterioration from various sources of water infiltration. Mr. Bezue expanded his role at McGinnins Chen to include development and design of various waterproofing details for several new high-rise residential and commercial buildings. These waterproofing details included below grade, exterior wall and roofing. In ad-dition to his forensic and design work, Mr. Bezue conducted bid walks, prepared con-struction contracts, and provide on-site construction oversight.Mr. Bezue’s foundation for forensic architecture was forged from more than 20 years as a design coordinator, project manager and staff architect. As a design coordi-nator, Mr. Bezue organized and prepared cost budgets and estimates for construc-tion, negotiated contracts with outside consultants and interacted with subcontractors. Additionally, his duties required him to be intimately familiar with UBC, BOCA, SBCCI and local building codes for project conformance on a variety of residential, commer-cial, institutional and medical buildings.As a project manager, Mr. Bezue managed and supervised design, consulting and construction teams on a variety of public and private projects. The projects included the 100,000 sf Delta Airlines Federal Inspection Station (FIS), 55,000 Sf renovation of the American Airlines Operations Facility, the 500,000 sf George Brown Convention Center, and a 680,000 Sf shopping center.His design architect work included participation in the 65-story Transco Tower, the 55-story 1600 Smith Street Office Building, along with the design of custom single-family homes. As a design architect, Mr. Bezue worked for the University of California, Berkeley. At the University, Mr. Bezue was charged with the responsibilities of on cam-pus capital improvements. His day-to-day duties included preparation of documents for the selection of design professionals, management of consultants from document preparation to the completion of construction and overall project management of ma-jor capital improvements form the initial assessment throughout construction.As a construction consultant for Bert L. Howe & Associates, Mr. Bezue can draw from his more than 25-years experience to analyze and develop protocols for repair and identification of defects and standards. Mr. Bezue also conducts analysis of construc-tion documents pertaining to existing construction and compliance with applicable building codes appropriate during initial construction and evaluates ramifications to repairs by the present codes. His understanding of design and construction require-ments enables him to develop repair methodology as well as alternative repair scope responsive to the issues and as appropriate to the conditions of dispute.

Stan Bezue - Architect

Bachelor of Architecture, Southern University, Baton Rouge, LALicensed Architect, State of CaliforniaLicensed General Building Contractor, B LicenseAmerican Institute of Architects, San Francisco Chapter e-mail - sbezue@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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DOUGLAS F. GORRIE - ARCHITECTAs a licensed architect, Mr. Gorrie provides expertise for the architectural expert analysis component of services provided by Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. He has been involved in the construction industry for approximately eighteen years, with an emphasis in design and architecture. Mr. Gorrie specializes in construction document analysis and standard of care evaluation for architects on a variety of building and project types. Furthermore, he correlates standard of care for de-sign professionals with issue allegations as a basis for design intent and existing conditions comparative analysis. Additionally, Mr. Gorrie is regularly involved in on-site visual and intrusive testing inspections.

During his tenure at Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Gorrie’s attention has been focused solely on construction defect litigation. Working on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants as well as owners, insurers and third party defendants, Mr. Gorrie’s construction-related claims experience extends to custom homes, pro-duction housing, multi-tenant residential, and commercial construction.

In this time he has been called on to provide research and detailed analyses concerning standard of care issues and construction practices relevant to defect claims. Mr. Gorrie has developed numerous reports for legal professionals and insurers wherein he provided repair recommendations and support for allocation/demand packages based upon his extensive knowledge of the industry standards and the Uniform Building Code.

Concurrent with his experience at Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. Mr. Gorrie has acquired specialized knowledge concerning fenestration and building envelope issues with an emphasis on construction leakage diagnostics. Working in con-nection with the experts group at BHA he has been involved with visual/invasive testing on a wide variety of window products and components used in contempo-rary residential construction. Through this experience he has developed an acute

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understanding of the precise mechanisms of failure and an ability to isolate these mechanisms and apportion liability appropriately.

During his professional career, Mr. Gorrie has participated in design and construction document preparation, and construction administration for a multitude of building type and multi-use projects. As a member of the planning and design staffs of several prominent Southern California architectural firms, Mr. Gorrie has developed extensive background in planning, zoning and land use criteria, and the jurisdictional restraints associated with the entitlement process.

As a project manager, Mr. Gorrie supervised staff on large-scale commercial tenant improvement projects from pre-design and program development through construction documents and construction administration. Mr. Gorrie was responsible for outlining individual departmental requirements and integrating these requirements into final building configuration parameters and outline specifications for minimum compliance project standards. Mr. Gorrie acted as a liaison between planning staff and pro-duction staff from the design development phase through the construction documents phase of these projects. He developed baseline parameters for building code compli-ance and coordinated extensively with local planning and building jurisdictions.

As a project architect, Mr. Gorrie was responsible for staff direction in the assembly and coordination of technical construction document packages. He coordinated the requirements of professional consultants, code compliance and the client program. He also reviewed on-site construction on a regular basis and provided comprehensive written field reports and memoranda.

Mr. Gorrie has been involved in the design and construction of professional and finan-cial institution structures, religious structures, retail and storage facilities, restaurant facilities, medical office facilities, recreational complexes and public buildings. He has also designed and coordinated numerous residential projects.

Douglas F. Gorrie - Architect

Licensed Architect, State of CaliforniaLicensed Architect, State of nevadaLicensed Architect, State of Arizonanational Council of Architectural Registration Boards CertifiedOrganizational Member – American Concrete InstituteBachelor of Architecture, School of Architecture, University of Oregone-mail - dougg@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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“Mr. Gorrie’s construction-related claims experience extends

to custom homes, production housing, multi-tenant residential, and commercial construction.”

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JORGE F. PORTER - ARCHITECTAt Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Porter provides team leadership in the investigation, analysis, testimony, and related activities of construction defect in-vestigation. Mr. Porter develops destructive testing protocol and directs those activities when required. He provides thorough documentation of existing condi-tions and failure analysis. He attends and directs expert meetings and provides extensive research relating to mechanism of failure and damage assessment. Mr. Porter provides extensive analysis and research as pertaining to building code interpretation and alternative repair scope. He provides analysis of architectural and related construction documents for code compliance verification and profes-sional standard of care. Mr. Porter prepares repair scope and related backup documentation. He participates in mediations, and provides expert testimony.

Mr. Porter contributes specialized knowledge and broad expertise in the fields of international architecture and construction management to the field of construc-tion analysis. He is a licensed architect in California and Mexico. Mr. Porter had ten years of architectural and construction management experience in Mexico, and ten years of architectural and project management experience in southern California before joining Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc.

During his tenure at Grupo I.C.A. in Mexico, Mr. Porter provided construction management and supervision of two major public projects. He supervised the construction of the “Subway Metro Linea 4” in Mexico City, and was the project manager for bridge construction in Cancun.

As a licensed architect in Mexico, Mr. Porter was Director of Design and Planning for Grupo Mexicano de Proyectos, S.A. de C .V. In this capacity, Mr. Porter direct-ed design and planning for residential, commercial, industrial, recreational and cultural projects. Given consideration that architects in Mexico are typically em-powered with broader jurisdictional and discretionary responsibilities; Mr. Porter

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was directly involved in comprehensive construction management activities, from in-ception to completion and project close-out.

In addition to his architectural and construction management practice in Mexico, Mr. Porter held the position of Associate Professor of Design at the La Salle University, Mexico City.

In 1986, Mr. Porter continued his architectural career in the United States with MacLarand Vasquez & Partners, Inc. Mr. Porter worked in the commercial division of this firm and coordinated the preparation of construction documents for several projects. Subsequent to the MV&P experience, Mr. Porter assumed the position of land planner with Land/Plan Design Group. This firm specialized in providing residential planning services, as well as residential and commercial landscape design. He then became a job captain with Arakelian/Corstram Architects, and was involved in several projects, including schools and commercial buildings.

In 1988, Mr. Porter attained his architectural license in the state of California and became a senior project manager for Burke-Lester & Associates, Architects. Mr. Porter serviced and maintained the firm’s largest commercial account and assumed project responsibility for the design and construction coordination of several high-density resi-dential planning and design projects. Working with a team of four to eight specialists, and a consultant team varying in size from six to sixteen, Mr. Porter spearheaded the planning, design, consultant coordination and interagency coordination for approxi-mately 1,500 residential units in Aliso Viejo, California. He was also a member of a specialized team that master planned and designed the 1,200 unit One Park Place project in Irvine. This project consisted of a one million square foot multi-level subter-ranean parking garage with six residential buildings on top of a structural podium slab.

Mr. Porter continued his high-density residential specialty with Jones & Martinez, Architects in Los Angeles, California. The design portfolio of this firm further refined the high-density product type through the design and development of several urban infill projects. These projects were underwritten with a federally funded housing assis-tance program and the design parameters of these projects dictated maximum prod-uct yield on highly restrictive lots. Further, this type of development typically dictates subterranean garages and multi-level unit configurations above grade. As project architect, Mr. Porter directed the land planning approval process; bidding, negotiation and selection of the professional consultants; interagency approvals, including local, county, state and federal agencies; project design; construction document preparation and construction observation services.

Jorge F. Porter - Architect

Licensed Architect, State of California Licensed Architect, MexicoBachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Escuela Mexicana de Arquitectura, La Salle University, Mexico City, MexicoRegistered Disaster Service Worker, Office of Emergency Services, State of Californiae-mail - jorgep@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

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JEAnnETTE Y. ARAKAKI HOTTA - ARCHITECT / FOREnSIC RESEARCH SPECIALISTWith approximately fifteen years of diverse architectural and construction-re-lated experience, Ms. Arakaki Hotta brings a specialized level of expertise to cost estimating for construction defect litigation services.Ms. Arakaki Hotta’s general construction knowledge and experience was devel-oped concurrently with her formal education. Between school sessions at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, she interned with a general contracting firm in Honolulu, Hawaii. A part of that work experience included general of-fice coordination, jobsite observation, estimates and bidding for several projects under construction. The project types during this period included the Fire Safety Retrofit for University of Hawaii at Honolulu. Ms. Arakaki Hotta was also involved in several HVAC system retrofit projects at various high schools throughout the Hawaiian Islands.It is appropriate to note that during Ms. Arakaki Hotta’s formal educational train-ing, she actively pursued additional studies at the Ecole Speciale d’Architecture, Paris, France, and the Athens Polytechnic, Athens, Greece. The focus of the study-abroad program was to develop a comprehensive understanding of the socio-logical influences of world history, architecture and urban planning. Ms. Arakaki Hotta also visited strategic architectural sites in several countries within Europe as well as in Egypt and Turkey.In 1993, Ms. Arakaki Hotta graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona. She was a member of the Golden Key Honor Society and the national Dean’s Honor List.

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During her tenure with Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Ms. Arakaki Hotta has provided specialized technical support for many different types of forensic investigations. In addition to providing detailed onsite analysis and documentation, she has assumed a leadership role in the format and preparation of a highly specialized repair cost estimate work product. Further, she has developed advanced methodologies for com-puter database integration and extraction of specialized information relevant to the forensic work product.

Ms. Arakaki Hotta has developed specialized techniques for quantification and pre-sentation protocol and assumes responsibility for in-house training for protocol consis-tency and work product accuracy.Ms. Arakaki Hotta has made significant contributions to many successfully mediated settlements through specialized research of building products, mechanics of materi-als, and building code compliance. She has a thorough understanding of specialized chemical compositions of advanced waterproofing products and materials.Ms. Arakaki Hotta has actively participated in ongoing expert meetings and media-tions. She has developed advanced research techniques to strengthen the develop-ment of issue analysis, contractual scope of services research, and apportionment documentation.

Jeannette Y. Arakaki Hotta - Architect / Forensic Research Specialist

Graduate Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from California State Polytechnic University, PomonaEcole Speciale d’Architecture, Paris, FranceAthens Polytechnic, Athens, Greecee-mail -jhotta@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

JEAnnETTE Y. ARAKAKI HOTTA - COnT’D

“ In addition to providing detailed onsite analysis and documentation, she has assumed a leadership role in the format and preparation of a highly specialized repair cost estimate work product. Further, she has developed advanced methodologies for computer

database integration and extraction of specialized information relevant

to the forensic work product.”

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MARK CHAPMAn - CIVIL EnGInEERMr. Chapman has more than twelve years of combined experience as a Civil Engineer and licensed General Contractor, making him well suited to forensic investigation and related studies of construction defect analysis. At Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Chapman is involved in providing comprehensive documentation of existing conditions, as well as detailed analyses related to mechanism of failure and design intent. Mr. Chapman provides analysis of approved construction documents, comparative analysis of existing conditions, code compliance and subcontract terms and conditions. Additionally, Mr. Chapman prepares quantitative analysis, presenting graphic exhibits for mediation, arbitration and trial. He also provides detailed quantification surveys, remedial protocols and repair estimates. Mr. Chapman has qualified as an expert and has testified during depositions and trial.As a Project Engineer/Project Manager for Brockmeier Consulting Engineers in Santa Monica, the focus of Mr. Chapman’s work was specifically related to public facilities, infrastructure design and construction. He provided coordinative expertise in the master planning of facilities for both local and federal authorities, along with developers. Mr. Chapman implemented the design of raw, potable, storm water and wastewater utility systems. He supervised associate engineering staff with regard to water system hydraulic analysis, sewage system and hydrology studies.Mr. Chapman was directly involved with several local, state and federal agencies, including; Los Angeles County, United States Marine Corps, United States Air Force, and various municipalities throughout southern California.In addition to the traditional areas of civil engineering practices such as sitework, storm drainage, grading, paving, and miscellaneous piping systems, Mr. Chapman was involved in many specialized project types. These unique projects include;

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storm drain facilities, parking lots, aircraft runways, water reservoirs, booster stations, trunk sewer systems, aqueducts, water wells, and underground communications systems. Mr. Chapman led the design team and supervised the construction of approximately one mile of reinforced concrete pipe storm drain system in Hawaiian Gardens for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works Flood Control District. He also provided master planning, design, coordination and construction supervision of two reclaimed water irrigation systems including three welded steel reservoirs, three pumping stations and five miles of ductile iron welded steel and plastic pipe water main. Mr. Chapman also prepared the master planning for the re-routing of five miles of sanitary sewer located at the Santa Clara River. This project included phasing of temporary facilities, new ductile iron pipe trunk sewers and sewage lift stations. The scope and magnitude of this project required the interagency coordination of the Los Angeles County Sanitation District, the Los Angeles Department of Public Works, the Army Corps of Engineers and the California Department of Fish and Game.Mr. Chapman’s involvement in the projects as described herein typically included staff management, contract administration, design analysis, structural calculations, structure detailing, interagency coordination, budget preparation, bidding documents and construction inspection.In addition to Mr. Chapman’s involvement in traditional civil engineering practices, he also assumed responsibility for the configuration, development and implementation of a comprehensive Computer Aided Design projects utilizing advanced systems and programs related to the field of civil engineering.Prior to obtaining his general contracting license from the State of California, Mr. Chapman was active in the construction industry as a journeyman carpenter. Mr. Chapman specialized in framing and finish carpentry of both custom residential projects and light commercial developments. In addition to his supervision of all relevant trades during the construction of various projects, he has also participated in the fabrication, installation and coordination of reinforced concrete, steel construction, masonry, stone veneers of various types, general framing and sheathing, plumbing, electrical, insulation, drywall, painting and roofing.As a General Contractor, Mr. Chapman provided supervision, coordination and contract administration services for his clients. He was directly involved in interagency jurisdictional processing and approvals and coordinated closely with the related architectural and engineering professional consultants for each project.Mr. Chapman supervised framing crews during the construction of several custom single family homes located in the coastal communities of Emerald Bay, Laguna Beach and Bear Brand Ranch. These homes typically ranged in size from 3,000 to 20,000 square feet and ranged in construction cost from one to five million dollars.

Mark Chapman - Civil Engineer

Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, 1991, California State University, Long BeachRegistered Civil Engineer for California, no. 52142, 1994Registered Civil Engineer for Arizona, no. 36022Registered Civil Engineer for nevada, no. 014532Licensed General Contractor, no. B-632445e-mail - markc@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

MARK CHAPMAn - COnT’D

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MARK E. RIESER II, M.S., P.E. - CIVIL EnGInEERWith more than twenty years experience as a practicing professional civil engi-neer and general contractor, Mr. Rieser provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., with a comprehensive knowledge of construction technology and standards of professional practice. He has extensive experience in all aspects of high-density and multi-use housing projects, as well as significant public improvement projects, including airport renovation, highway improvements and water treatment plants.Most distinctive to Mr. Rieser’s experience is his “cradle to grave” involvement with all his projects. Specifically, Mr. Rieser begins involvement with his projects from land acquisition, management of the design team, subcontractor bidding and awarding of contracts. From the point of construction, Mr. Rieser was involved with daily on-site supervision of the project, giving him a unique construction experi-ence with a variety of trades. After construction, Mr. Rieser was also involved in the final home sign-offs and warranty management.In addition to the aforementioned involvement in his projects, Mr. Rieser’s con-struction experiences includes programming, scheduling, budget preparation, manpower analysis, subcontractor performance evaluation and preparation of onsite surveys of work-in-progress. He is familiar with the dynamics of public works projects, auditing and oversight. Mr. Rieser has prepared many different types of analyses regarding interpretation of design intent, standard of care for specialized projects, as well as preparation of contractual obligation summaries and reporting.During his career, he has accomplished construction of more than one thousand mid-rise residential units on a podium slab; more than one hundred residential units on post-tension foundation systems; more than nine hundred residential units on conventional slab on grade foundation systems; two major soils slide repair projects, as well as numerous highway and other public works projects. Prior to his involvement with Bert L. Howe & Associates, Mr. Rieser was involved in several high-density, multi-use projects throughout central and northern California. As a Senior Project Manager for Toll Brothers, Inc., Mr. Rieser’s focus was on

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low-rise/high density residential construction. Later at Douglas Ross Construction, Mr. Rieser provided turnkey management services for construction of several high-density projects that included subterranean parking garages, and mid-rise podium structures. He utilized his previous construction background to address the implementation of spe-cialized construction techniques relating to excavation, de-watering, soils mechanics and structural foundation embedment. Mr. Rieser was responsible for administration of all entitlement and construction programs, submittals and contract administration. He also provided due-diligence oversight for design efficiencies and acceptance by State jurisdictional agencies.In 1999, Mr. Rieser turned his attention to various types of residential projects. As a project manager for Greenbriar Homes, he assumed a leadership role in development and construction of approximately 800 homes. He managed all onsite and offsite supervision staff and coordinated with all relevant design professions, including ar-chitecture, Civil, Structural, Soils and Mechanical Engineering. He processed Special

Option Requests, and worked with design staff, construction personnel and homeown-ers for timely project delivery. During this period, Mr. Rieser assisted in the prepara-tion, development and implementation of project CC&R’s and California Department of Real Estate disclosure law. Mr. Rieser assumed responsibility for project entitlement, including land use analysis, Planning Commission Approval, and project closeout ac-ceptance protocols with relevant jurisdictional agencies.From 1991, and continuing through 1999, Mr. Rieser was a Senior Project Manager for Caltrans. In this position, he was directly responsible for several high profile public works projects, including an expansion and renovation of the San Francisco Airport, and the $40 million dollar widening and hillside remediation of Highway 92 in Half Moon Bay. During his tenure with Caltrans, Mr. Rieser managed several differ-ent specialized engineering teams and assumed responsibility for budgets, contract administration and change order documentation. He also designed, developed and maintained specialized scheduling documents. Mr. Rieser reviewed, processed and approved all RFI requests and submittals.Prior to his tenure at Caltrans, Mr. Raiser specialized in public improvement engineer-ing projects, including a water treatment plant; traffic engineering analysis, State Highway improvements and highway overpass construction. In addition to his design duties, Mr. Rieser provided project monitoring and inspection of tunneling, shoring and construction progress reports. He is familiar with contract administration, bidding, awarding of contracts and project closeout criteria for project governed by the State of California.

Mark E. Rieser II - Civil Engineer

Masters Degree in Civil Engineering, San Jose State UniversityBachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering, San Jose State UniversityRegistered Civil Engineer, State of CaliforniaLicensed General Engineering Contractor, Class A, State of CaliforniaLicensed General Contractor, Class B, State of Californiae-mail - mrieser@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

MARK E. RIESER II - COnT’D

“He has accomplished construction of more than one thousand mid-rise residential units.”

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JAMES P. COLE - GEnERAL COnTRACTOR As a construction specialist Mr. Cole provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., with several areas of expertise pertaining to the standard of care aspects of construc-tion defect litigation. Mr. Cole’s background and experience affords him insight to conditions and standards applicable to a variety of specialties and general construction practices. Mr. Cole participates in all manners of visual, intrusive and destructive testing activities and provides protocols for testing and specialized investigative procedures. He develops comprehensive analytical and statistical analyses to differentiate between design intent, work in place and rate of oc-currence construction issues. Mr. Cole develops and coordinates subcontractor apportionment allocations, based on review of contract terms and the industry standard of care for specialty trades such as concrete, flooring, and fenestration. Mr. Cole provides detailed repair scope analyses and cost estimates for repair and remedial procedures. He has participated in dispute resolution mediations, mandatory settlement conferences and has been deposed and testified as a des-ignated expert witness in construction defect matters.Prior to accepting his current position with Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Cole headed the defect litigation consulting division of CBI Construction Services. Mr. Cole coordinated associate experts and prepared comprehensive repair pro-grams integrating expertise over a spectrum of issues. Concurrent with these ana-lytical aspects, Mr. Cole developed cost of repair estimates and provided project management to numerous remedial projects in California including the reconstruc-tions of Holy Street HOA in Huntington Beach, Autumn Oaks HOA in Glendora, the Hidden Valley project in Pomona and Rainbow Ridge HOA in Mission Viejo. In addition to condominium reconstructions, Mr. Cole has been involved in nu-merous single family home and commercial developments, implementing repairs that included soils stabilization, foundation improvements, concrete slab moisture containment, flooring restorations, exterior envelope water infiltration correction and mold abatement. Additionally, Mr. Cole supervised the Sierra Pacific window replacement / recall at several high-end single-family homes.

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Prior to his forensic work, Mr. Cole was the general supervisor for California Pacific Homes, a subsidiary of the Irvine Company. During his tenure with California Pacific, Mr. Cole assumed project responsibility for the construction of more than 400 resi-dential units and approximately 200 multi-family units. In addition to the traditional aspects of onsite construction, Mr. Cole developed and maintained a coordinative relationship with professional design consultants and all relevant onsite and offsite regulatory agencies. He developed and maintained master schedules of construction logistics, budget parameters and subcontractor contract administration. Mr. Cole also supervised the Canyon Hills reconstruction for the Irvine Company, a condominium project consisting of 475 units in Orange, California.Mr. Cole’s foundation for supervision and forensic work was forged through years of field experience encompassing a number of specialty trades including stucco, drywall, framing, concrete, roofing, tile and masonry.As a Field Coordinator for Lucas & Mercier Framing Company, Mr. Cole provided supervision and coordination of field crews concurrent with the development of sev-eral different housing projects throughout Southern California. In this capacity, Mr. Cole developed comprehensive systems for accurate quantification of materials and logistics. He also developed and maintained both short and long-term manpower and material schedules and coordinated these documents with overall contractual obliga-tions on behalf of the firm.At Quality Service Systems, Mr. Cole utilized his experience and proficiency with in-stallations of concrete along with finish surfacing on installations of various tile systems involving floors, countertops, tubs and showers. Mr. Cole installed countless square feet of tile utilizing a number of installation techniques over concrete and wood subfloors. Additionally, Mr. Cole conducted installation of hot-mop and other water proofing systems to floated wall and floor assemblies. While primarily involved with tile and veneer applications, Mr. Cole also expanded his knowledge and familiarity working with concrete, with emphasis on specialty finishes, stamped and colored concrete.Before his work at Quality Service Systems, Mr. Cole was employed by Executive Pools & Spas. His work there furthered his knowledge and experience with the installations of tile, standard pre-cast coping, brick and natural stone.At Sea-Ray, Mr. Cole gained hands-on experience with the installation of ceramic tile, marble, brick, and stone surfacing to interior and exterior applications. These experi-ences also include preparation of mortar bed and waterproofing for tile applications in showers and countertops. For those projects involving site improvements, Mr. Cole provided lay-out, installed forms and prepared the sub-grade prior to concrete in-stallations. He also placed and finished concrete, developing experience with numer-ous finishing procedures and the characteristics of concrete curing under a variety of conditions.Mr. Cole initiated his construction experience with Anthony Pools. While at Anthony, Mr. Cole’s responsibilities included mechanical drawings and details, and he was ac-tive in product selection with respect to pool equipment. Additionally, Mr. Cole was involved in pre-construction site inspections and estimating of new projects for Anthony Pools.

James P. Cole - General Contractor

Licensed General Contractor, B-787017, State of CaliforniaCertified Home Improvement ContractorMember American Concrete Institutee-mail - jimcole@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

JAMES P. COLE - COnT’D

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DOnALD W. MACGREGOR - ICBO CERTIFIED BUILDInG InSPECTORMr. MacGregor brings a highly developed understanding of the dynamics involved with contractor/developer/subcontractor interface, the conditions influencing re-sults as well as design and construction requirements. The ability to understand these variables is an important tool to be used in analysis of damage for many different building types, as well as soils-related cases and public utility infrastruc-ture. Mr. MacGregor is actively involved in onsite analysis and documentation of existing conditions; analysis and interpretation of related construction documents and subcontract agreements; reporting; graphic presentations; and participation in expert meetings and mediations and settlement negotiations.

As an ICBO/ICC Certified Building Inspector (IBC and IRC), Mr. MacGregor has established a diverse background in the construction industry. Mr. MacGregor’s forensic experience includes advanced research and analysis of code, materials and building practices, as well as the development of comprehensive repair meth-odologies for maximization of remediation efficiency.

Mr. MacGregor’s construction experiences include everything from hands-on work to on-site administration. He has been the project manager for numerous forensic cases involving developers, general contractors and subcontractors for thousands of residential units in California and nevada. Mr. MacGregor has successfully participated in dispute resolution mediation, arbitration, and settlement proce-dures on numerous occasions and he has testified in deposition in both nevada and California as expert on construction defects, cause, liability, cost of repair, standard of care, and standard of practice.

Mr. MacGregor’s background and experience includes ten years of fieldwork and approximately seven years of design, administrative and technical work.

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His field experience included involvement of all aspects of residential and commer-cial construction and remodel work. During this period, Mr. MacGregor developed a comprehensive knowledge of the coordinative aspect of subcontractor scheduling and interface with contractors and developers. This background experience has a direct parallel and organizational relationship to the field of forensic remediation with re-spect to the logistics of owner-occupied remediation efforts.

Mr. MacGregor’s construction and forensic experience ranges from multi-family resi-dential development and single-family detached tract housing, to high-end custom housing. His commercial experience includes several hotel projects, strip-mall con-struction and remodel work, involvement with medical office improvements for Kaiser Permanente and an extensive operating room expansion at Western Medical Center in Buena Park, California.

Mr. MacGregor’s design experience includes work with Berryman and Henigar, a southern California design firm that specialized in civil engineering, master plan-ning, freeway, highway and landscape design. During his tenure with this firm, Mr. MacGregor has held an administrative position and has been involved in the prepara-tion of several design presentations for local high profile public projects. Additionally, Mr. MacGregor developed a comprehensive knowledge of computer system opera-tions, including specialized graphics programs.

Mr. MacGregor has also satisfied all education and work experience requirements for licensure as an Architect in the state of California. As an active and registered candidate for licensure with the California State Board of Architectural Examiners, Mr. MacGregor is currently in the process of taking his Architectural board examinations.

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Donald W. MacGregor

Associate Member, American Institute of ArchitectsMember, Construction Specification InstituteMember, International Conference of Building OfficialsICBO Certified Building Inspector, #5028454-01 and #5028454-10Certificate – 11 CRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in Buildingse-mail - donm@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

“He has been the project manager for numerous forensic cases

involving developers, general contractors and subcontractors

for thousands of residential units in California and Nevada.”

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PAUL S. VIAU - GEnERAL BUILDInG COnTRACTORMr. Viau has more than fifteen years of experience in construction systems analysis and construction management. He is a certified building inspector and is licensed as a general contractor with training and experience in mold remediation. His extensive knowledge pertaining to construction methods, practices and protocols has been acquired through his management of a variety of construction projects. This serves Mr. Viau well with respect to the analytical elements of investigations and resolution of issues pertaining to construction defects and/or losses associ-ated with earthquake, fire or flood and job site operations.

As a Construction Specialist for Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. Mr. Viau conducts investigations and prepares supporting database analyses and detailed repair cost estimates appropriate to the conditions and issues. He performs review and analysis of construction documents, contracts, and conducts existing condition sur-veys. Mr. Viau is proficient in the development and comparative analysis of design conditions, observed conditions and design intent. His background enables under-standing of allegations, the comparison of issues with as built conditions, deter-mination of causal and corrective measures and the skill to develop appropriate repair protocols that are effective and efficient. Mr. Viau has prepared detailed reports providing clarity to the issues or conditions. Mr. Viau has also participated in numerous mediation venues with demonstrated abilities to concisely bring forth technical arguments and demonstratives necessary to settlement discussions.

As an onsite project representative for a number of general contracting and subcontracting firms in southern California, Mr. Viau has been instrumental in proj-ect delivery for a variety of residential projects; including single-family tract development, custom single family new construction, commercial buildings and remodeling. Mr. Viau has an extensive background and wealth of experience in earthquake retrofit projects for a variety of building types. He also has special-

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ized knowledge in rough carpentry, finish carpentry, concrete and masonry. Mr. Viau has been involved in all coordinative aspects of client program and implementation; regulatory agency entitlement and code compliance; and subcontractor field coordi-nation.

As a project manager for Alliance Building Inc. Paul provided construction manage-ment services for several projects. In this capacity, he developed and maintained protocols and control documents pertaining to estimate preparation, project budgets, critical path scheduling and advisory reports. He also participated in insurance claim analysis and construction defect litigation support services. Mr. Viau was responsible for development of specialized inspection protocols and reporting documents.

Mr. Viau has further developed project management experience with Fowler Construction Services, Inc. At Fowler, Mr. Viau held a leadership role with the firm and was responsible for general staff resource allocation, project scheduling, support staff training, proposal preparation and project administration. He also spearheaded education and training involving mold remediation and remediation protocol devel-opment. Mr. Viau attended numerous onsite inspections, including visual, invasive and destructive testing. He provided building code research and comparative analysis of construction documents and as built conditions. Mr. Viau prepared specialized formats for different types of observation summaries, response documents, and position state-ments.

Additionally, Mr. Viau is the author of the publication, “new Developments in California Construction Law.”

Paul S. Viau - Construction Systems Specialist

Licensed General Building ContractorICC Certified Building InspectorIICRC Certified Water Restoration Technician, Applied Microbial Remediation TechnicianBachelor of Science in Business Administration, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoMember, American Society of Testing and Materialse-mail - paulviau@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

PAUL S. VIAU - COnT’D

“Mr. Viau has also participated in numerous mediation venues with

demonstrated abilities to concisely bring forth technical arguments and demonstratives necessary

to settlement discussions.”

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JACK J. TAYLOR - GEnERAL COnTRACTORMr. Taylor provides extensive research capability and comprehensive analytical reporting with regard to code compliance, the intent of the design documents and interpretive analysis of the execution of work as pertaining to general con-struction and framing issues. He actively participates in field investigation, is-sue analysis and reporting. His personal knowledge of construction means and methods, coupled with his experience in project budgets, schedules and delivery systems enhances the issues analysis, repair estimate work product and support documentation.

Mr. Taylor has more than thirty years experience in the field of construction man-agement and administration. His special expertise is in the area of construction estimating. Mr. Taylor has devoted a substantial portion of his construction career experience to construction estimating and has completed specialized technical training in this discipline.

Mr. Taylor has acquired extensive knowledge through personal experience in building construction technology. As a framing contractor, Mr. Taylor has built many buildings, including single family production housing; single family custom; remodels and additions; multi-family apartment buildings; and motels containing up to 250 units. Mr. Taylor has been involved in all aspects of building construc-tion and has practiced the coordinative skills inherent in rough carpentry and framing. He has interpreted the design intent of the approved construction docu-ments, coordinated the architectural aesthetic with the structural and building sys-tems mandates, as well as providing all necessary sub-framing, interior finishes, exterior finishes, and waterproofing components.

Mr. Taylor has a comprehensive working knowledge of both vertical loading and lateral load resisting structural components. He is familiar with load path and has installed shear transfer devices in order to properly address the transference of

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lateral loads through horizontal diaphragms into vertical framing elements and ulti-mately into below-grade foundation systems.

As an owner of a framing subcontracting firm, Mr. Taylor has developed an all-inclu-

sive system of project evaluation for the purpose of developing complete and accurate quantity surveys to be utilized in the preparation of bid documents. He has extensive experience in value engineering and has recommended alternate detail solutions for cost-savings compliance to the project program. Mr. Taylor has provided special ex-pertise pertaining to building code compliance issues and has a working knowledge of the code requirements for wood framing structural components.

Mr. Taylor’s construction administration experience in the construction industry has in-cluded the development and maintenance of many different types of tracking de-vices in order to monitor bidding documents, contracts, building material ordering and inventory, and change orders. He has utilized several different types of computer applications to prepare quantification surveys, bids, and other documents. He has specialized training in factor analysis for differentiation of material vs. labor costs, prevailing wage rates, crew rate efficiencies and waste allowance factors.

Jack J. Taylor - General Contractor

Licensed General Contractor, State of CaliforniaMember American Society of Professional EstimatorsCertified Waterproofing Applicator Certificate-IICRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in Buildingse-mail - jackt@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

JACK J. TAYLOR - COnT’D

“Mr. Taylor has more than thirty years experience in the field of construction management and administration. As a framing

contractor, Mr. Taylor has built many buildings, including single

family production housing; single family custom; remodels

and additions; multi-family apartment buildings; and motels

containing up to 250 units.”

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BRIAn VAnn - GEnERAL COnTRACTORMr. Vann has more than nineteen years of background and experience in resi-dential construction technology. He provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., with specialized analytical expertise as pertaining to materials and technological ad-vances in building systems. Mr. Vann is a specialist in the fields of building design and systems interface, construction standard of care, and forensic analysis. He provides detailed analyses of design documents, design intent, and the relation-ships between observed conditions and project parameters. He evaluates details of construction on the basis of applicability and contractibility, and assesses the impacts of written specifications on material performance standards and po-tential conflict. Mr. Vann develops specialized parameters for the collation and evaluation of field report data in order to assist in the preparation of realistic repair solutions and protocols. He is knowledgeable in building code applications and interpretations. Mr. Vann has an extensive background in all aspects of con-struction administration; including estimating, scope of work, contracts, purchasing and scheduling. He provides detailed technical reports with appropriate support documentation.

More than ten years of Mr. Vann’s career has been in hands-on training in rough and finish carpentry, and all related trades. As owner of Brian Vann Designs in Cortez, Colorado, he provided the community with design/build services. He spe-cialized in the proper use of technology and energy efficient building materials and strived for long-term sustainability in his building designs and construction. Mr. Vann has prepared and coordinated building design documents and details of construction for many of his projects. He developed an integrated approach to project delivery and is sensitive to the proper relationship of project goals, client priority, and regulatory compliance.

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Mr. Vann served as an insurance adjuster, specializing in water infiltration, mold, and catastrophe claims. He is a specialist in determining the underlying cause of building anomalies and deficiencies, and further is an expert at identifying source issues of building performance failure, and the proper recommendation of efficient remedia-tion protocols. As an insurance adjuster, Mr. Vann was not only called upon to draw from his extensive construction experience, but he was also required to provide esti-mates for repair based on several estimating methods including the use of Xactimate.

As a Project Manager for Living Structures Cooperative in new Mexico, Mr. Vann ac-quired experience with the installation and performance of complex mechanical sys-tems, and advanced technology in steel and concrete systems. Additionally, Mr. Vann developed an understanding of the benefits of sustainable design, utilizing organic and energy efficient building materials. Further, as owner of Vann Builders, in Santa Fe, new Mexico, Mr. Vann was involved in all aspects of design and construction, in-cluding owner interface and coordination with governing authorities. He has also been involved in construction financing and turnkey operations.

Brian Vann - General Contractor

Licensed Contractor, new Mexico Bachelor of Arts Degree, Architecture, University of California, Berkeley IICRL Certified Water Restoration Technician, Applied Microbial Remediation TechnicianInstructor – Santa Fe Community College, Santa Fe, new MexicoInstructor – University of Colorado CenterCertified Estimator, Xactimatee-mail - brianv@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

BRIAn VAnn - COnT’D

“Mr. Vann has an extensive background in all aspects of construction administration;

including estimating, scope of work, contracts, purchasing

and scheduling.”

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MICHAEL VILLALBA - GEnERAL COnTRACTOR, COnSTRUCTIOn MAnAGEMEnT AnD ESTIMATInG SPECIALISTMr. Villalba has more than twenty years of specialized experience in construc-tion management and cost estimating. He is a licensed general contractor and has been pro-active in all aspects of conventional construction practices, as well as forensic investigation, data analysis and expert testimony. As a senior staff member of Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Villalba is involved in all facets of construction defect litigation.Mr. Villalba’s construction management background includes single family resi-dential, multi-family residential, commercial, industrial, professional and office buildings; as well as new construction and remodeling of schools and related fa-cilities. Mr. Villalba has hands-on experience in performing a number of specialty trades including framing, drywall, plaster, roofing, concrete, finish and other con-struction applications.Mr. Villalba’s background and experience is augmented by continuing educa-tion and training specific to the cause, effects, danger and remediation of mold pertaining to commercial, institutional and residential buildings. His work is instru-mental in the identification of source issues of building performance failure and recommendation of efficient remediation protocols. He also is experienced in the investigation of insurance claims, with a specialty in catastrophe analysis and mold remediation.In addition to forensic data collection, Mr. Villalba directs construction defect litigation case evaluation and review. He prepares assessment(s) of merit based on design and contractual criteria and has specialized expertise in determin-ing the underlying cause of building anomalies and deficiencies. Mr. Villalba evaluates details of construction on the basis of design intent, constructability, and assessment of the impacts of written specifications on material performance standards, as well as potential conflict. Further, he prepares detailed analyses of

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construction documents, as they pertain to existing construction and compliance with applicable building codes that were in force and effect during initial construction. He develops comprehensive analytical and statistical analyses to differentiate between design intent, work in place and rate of occurrence of alleged construction defects. In addition to his analytical efforts, Mr. Villalba prepares comprehensive repair pro-tocols and provides recommendations for remediation of existing conditions that are logistically coordinated in order to maximize efficiency and maintain appropriate repair procedures. As a Construction Specialist for Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Villalba utilizes his diverse construction experience and background in comprehensive review of con-struction documents. He also prepares and maintains repair cost estimates and sup-port documents. Mr. Villalba is involved in the review and analysis of data obtained through existing condition surveys. He also reviews defect allegations as pertaining to their relationship to approved construction documents. Mr. Villalba reviews subcon-tract agreements for applicable scope of work and contract terms and conditions. He consistently demonstrates a high level of proficiency in the preparation of mediation, arbitration and trial exhibits.As a superintendent for G C Construction Company, Mr. Villalba provided leadership in the ongoing facilities upgrade program for Southern California Edison. In this posi-tion, Mr. Villalba spearheaded the supervision and coordination activities for subcon-tractors and vendors. He prepared project budget and schedule documents, based on client criteria and project requirements. Mr. Villalba also supervised numerous resi-dential remodel and commercial projects. He developed detailed existing condition surveys and other forms of project documentation to assist coordinative detailing and preparation of specifications that properly addressed the unique needs of each cli-ent/project. Mr. Villalba coordinated with management staff, professional consultants and subcontractors during construction to ensure proper systems interface of all op-erational aspects of electrical, mechanical and life-safety components. He assumed responsibility for processing and distribution of subcontractor payment draw requests and verified percentage(s) of work complete for management and lender represen-tatives. Mr. Villalba was pro-active in commercial and improvement project closeout activities, as well as warranty certification of manufactured components.Mr. Villalba worked as a carpenter and construction technician for ATCO Structures, a general contracting firm. During this period, Mr. Villalba worked in a variety of trades, including rough framing, drywall installation and finishing, acoustical ceiling installa-tion, door and window installation, painting, roofing and flooring. He participated in the interpretation of construction documents, coordination with consultants and other trades.As a construction inspector for Tech Enterprises in El Toro, California, Mr. Villalba was responsible for inspection certification of modular structures. During the manufacturing process, he acted as a quality control inspector and provided observation reports and corrective documentation. Mr. Villalba also inspected the installation of the modular structures to ensure compliance with jurisdictional conditional use approvals as well as structural and serving utility coordination.

Michael Villalba - General Contractor, Construction Management and Estimating Specialist

Licensed General Building ContractorICBO/ICC Certified Building InspectorCertificate-IICRC & AGGIH Mold Remediation in Buildingse-mail - mikev@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

MICHAEL VILLALBA - COnT’D

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CHARLES L. SIGHTS - GEnERAL COnTRACTORAt Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Sights provides significant investigative and analytical support for construction defect litigation. He utilizes a comprehensive system of site investigation protocols that significantly enhance the collection of relevant data. Further, he is experienced in objective data interpretation and prepares comprehensive database reports. Mr. Sights also reviews and inter-prets construction documents and subcontractor agreements. He is experienced in the preparation of detailed repair procedures and provides relevant cost data backup. Mr. Sights provides analysis and determination of as-built conditions and compliance with building codes and construction standards. He participates in expert meetings and mediations for a variety of project types.

Mr. Sights has more than twenty-five years of comprehensive construction ex-perience encompassing all basic building types. His experience as a carpenter allowed him to participate in many aspects of construction including providing supervision as a superintendent and project manager. Additionally, Mr. Sights has acted as a construction manager and has provided administrative services, as well as drafting. Mr. Sights has a comprehensive background in the develop-ment and preparation of project budgets and schedules. He has prepared and maintained detailed report documentation for client, jurisdictional, consultant and subcontractor coordination.

As a carpenter, foreman and project superintendent, Mr. Sights performed both rough and finish carpentry for the construction of custom single-family homes. He also acted as project superintendent on many of those projects. Mr. Sights’ leadership responsibilities included all framing activities, coordination and instal-lation of structural hardware, layout and installation of complex roof shapes and coordinated installation for sheet metal, drywall and stucco trades. Mr. Sights also designed custom interface detailing and prepared drawings that were used

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to communicate specialized field conditions to professional consultants and other sub-contractor trades in order to effectively accommodate unique custom detailing and interface that detailing with the appropriate subcontractor trades.

For approximately seven years Mr. Sights provided project management and design coordination services for new Concepts Construction. During that time, Mr. Sights was responsible for all coordinative aspects of many different project types throughout southern California. Mr. Sights was directly involved in pre-construction planning ac-tivities; project startup; design and engineering consultant coordination; jurisdictional coordination; bidding, negotiation and contract administration; as well as coordination

of budgets, schedules and subcontractor interface. Mr. Sights has been instrumental in the construction of several different types of commercial and public structures, in-cluding bridges, low and mid-rise commercial buildings, and tilt-up commercial and industrial buildings.

In addition to his involvement in construction technology, Mr. Sights has educational and practical experience in building design. He completed design and drafting course studies at the Inland Valley Education Center, and has prepared working drawings for residential buildings, libraries and office buildings as studio projects. At Santa Monica College, Mr. Sights studied architectural design and contributed to the design of the Christian Conference Center in Castaic, California.

Throughout his career, Mr. Sights has endeavored to combine the aesthetic art of ar-chitectural design with the pragmatic reality of construction technology. He is able to accurately interpret design intent on the construction documents and effectively coor-dinate the structural and systems interface during the construction process.

Charles L. Sights - General Contractor

Santa Monica Community College, course work for Associate of ArchitectureCertificate, Architectural Drafting, Inland Valley Education CenterCertificate of Completion, Allan Hancock College, Carpenter Apprentice Programe-mail - charlesls@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

CHARLES L. SIGHTS - COnT’D

“Mr. Sights has more than twenty-five years of

comprehensive construction experience encompassing all basic building types.”

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DAVID L. SUGGS - GEnERAL COnTRACTORAs a construction specialist with more than fifteen years experience, Mr. Suggs provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., with a comprehensive knowledge of the means and methods of acceptable construction standards. He has a broad-base background in all phases of residential construction and project delivery methodologies. Mr. Suggs is familiar with the entitlement process, planning and design, construction mobilization, subcontractor coordination, contract administra-tion, jurisdictional coordination and project closeout activities. He has extensive experience regarding the interpretation of design intent, standard of care for construction and contractual obligation.

Prior to his association with Bert L. Howe and Associates, Inc., Mr. Suggs owned and operated a general contracting business for approximately eleven years. Along with new construction, he specialized in residential remodels, renovations and additions. Typically, Mr. Suggs worked under a contractual relationship with building owners, and personally directed and contributed hands-on to the con-struction effort to the extent required by the scope of work of each individual project. He was involved in the entitlement process, and coordinated with all required public agencies for permit processing, inspection, approval and accep-tance. He also worked closely with architectural and engineering consultants with regard to design intent and constructability. When appropriate, Mr. Suggs con-ducted existing conditions analyses in order to determine the status of underlying conditions, and the effect of the underlying conditions on the proposed scope of work.

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Mr. Suggs readily accepted the challenge of renovation and remodel work as pertain-ing to life cycle evaluation and systems upgrade. He has been involved in residential renovations that included structural upgrades, general code upgrades and new me-chanical, electrical and plumbing systems installations. He is familiar with construction techniques that were in practice from 1950 and beyond; and is aware of the implica-tions of code and systems upgrades to existing structures.

As a member of the construction consulting staff of Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., Mr. Suggs applies his construction technology experience to the development of com-prehensive cost estimating and related support documentation for construction defect litigation, course of construction issues, fire, flood, earthquake or other causes. Mr. Suggs is involved in onsite investigations, including visual, intrusive and destructive testing protocols. He also provides review and analysis of as-built construction docu-ments in order to determine the design intent and provides comparative evaluations of the observed work in place. Mr. Suggs prepares repair scope protocols that are consistent with the intent of the repair recommendations and the underlying conditions of work in place.

Mr. Suggs evaluates contract documentation to determine the contractual scope of work for all relevant contractors and subcontractors. He utilizes all of the above-ref-erenced protocols to determine allocation percentages of responsibility pertaining to all relevant subcontractors for mediation and settlement purposes.

David L. Suggs - General Contractor

Licensed General Contractor, State of CaliforniaMember American Society of Professional EstimatorsCertified Waterproofing ApplicatorMember CSIe-mail - davidsuggs@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

DAVID L. SUGGS - COnT’D

“He has extensive experience regarding the interpretation of design intent, standard

of care for construction and contractual obligation.”

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KEVIn HEIDELBERGER - ROOFInG & WATERPROOFInG CONTRACTORAs a roofing and waterproofing specialist with more than sixteen years experi-ence, Mr. Heidelberger provides Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. with specialized expertise regarding water intrusion mechanisms of failure and overall roofing standard of care analysis. He is experienced in all types of roof covering materi-als, including tile, slate, metal and mineral composites. Mr. Heidelberger has a thorough knowledge and understanding of built-up roofing systems technologies. He provides detailed protocols for visual, intrusive and destructive testing activi-ties and supervises test cut and procedural methodologies.

Mr. Heidelberger has a comprehensive knowledge of sheet metal applications and interfaces in all types of roofing applications. He is familiar with roof system hydrology and flow characteristics of transitional water planes, as well as proper utilization of water collection and distribution devices. Mr. Heidelberger is quali-fied to assess and specify proper sheet membrane systems and related building component interfaces. He is knowledgeable with regard to minimum code compli-ance standards, n.R.C.A. minimum standards, and S.M.A.C.n.A. sheet metal per-formance criteria. Mr. Heidelberger has contributed to several alternative dispute resolution venues and provided expert testimony in deposition.

Mr. Heidelberger owned and operated a roofing contracting business for ap-proximately eight years. He specialized in roofing evaluation analysis, service life assessment, roofing systems retrofit, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Mr. Heidelberger has extensive experience in estimating roofing costs, including col-lateral damage repairs and associated considerations. In addition to the day-to-day management of the roofing business, he directed marketing strategies and coordinated closely with his clientele. Mr. Heidelberger is knowledgeable with

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regard to building code interpretation and worked closely with building officials dur-ing construction of the projects he was involved in.

Mr. Heidelberger’s experience with waterproofing extends from decks and balconies to below grade conditions. Mr. Heidelberger is experienced in water intrusion investi-gation, and has participated in a myriad of intrusive testing evaluations.

In addition to his roofing and waterproofing background, Mr. Heidelberger has ex-tensive knowledge of heavy equipment utilization in a variety of applications. He is familiar with operational and logistical considerations of equipment mobilizations, maintenance schedules and other construction management-related activities for on-site, off-site, and public improvement projects and infrastructure.

Mr. Heidelberger has extensive experience in estimating and cost analysis of in-place work, retro-fit work and new construction. He has developed specialized databases for evaluation of cost impacts for various repair scenarios. Mr. Heidelberger is expe-rienced in forensic analysis and evaluation of remedial options. He is instrumental in recommending and specifying repair protocols that maximize efficiency of in-place building components, as well as the cogent implementation of new systems and tech-nologies for improved building performance and life-cycle preservation.

Kevin Heidelberger - Roofing & Waterproof-ing Contractor

Licensed Contractor, State of California, C39 539648Certified Waterproofing ApplicatorInstructor - Tile Roof Institutee-mail - kevinh@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

KEVIn HEIDELBERGER - COnT’D

“Mr. Heidelberger has a thorough knowledge and understanding

of built-up roofing systems technologies. He provides detailed

protocols for visual, intrusive and destructive testing activities

and supervises test cut and procedural methodologies.”

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BRADLEY W. HUGHES - GEnERAL COnTRACTOR / ROOFInG & WATERPROOFInG COnTRACTORMr. Hughes’ work experience provides unique qualifications for his duties at Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc. He is actively involved in a variety of construction related assignments and has testified during deposition in matters of general construction and roofing/waterproofing issues. He provides quantified documen-tation of existing conditions; analysis of contract documents and defect allega-tions; coordinates repair scope protocol; and prepares cost estimate scope with associative backup documentation.

Mr. Hughes has a diverse construction background spanning more than twenty years. He has a comprehensive knowledge of all facets of residential and com-mercial construction, with specialties in roofing, electrical and electronic building systems controls.

As a working superintendent for the J. A. Fowlie Company, Inc., Mr. Hughes was involved with numerous applications of built-up, tile, and composite shingle roof-ing systems. While at Fowlie, Mr. Hughes’ responsibilities included the installation of various roofing applications to custom homes, apartments, condominiums and commercial buildings. Additionally, Mr. Hughes was a Construction Manager for RKT Real Estate Management. Along with estimating proposed reconstructions, Mr. Hughes supervised the re-roofing of multi-family projects for RKT. As a roof-ing expert, Mr. Hughes has directed and conducted destructive testing on roofs, writing testing protocols and acquiring field data.

Mr. Hughes was a Construction Manager with the Glendale Medical Center in Glendale, California. Mr. Hughes managed a staff of specialists with diverse con-struction disciplines. His duties required specific knowledge of electrical systems, installation of new roofing applications, repair of various roofing applications,

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drywall, HVAC systems, carpentry, plumbing, painting, plaster finishes, hard surface flooring, acoustics, acoustical ceiling grid systems, etc. Mr. Hughes also developed budgets, provided estimates and was involved with contract administration and super-vision of subcontractors.

Mr. Hughes also has construction experience as an electrician and in that position, has supervised and installed electrical systems and equipment for a variety of proj-ect types. He has installed below-grade electrical distribution; power feed panels; sub-panels; switchgear; pools; spas; lighting and power circuit feeds; power, relays and disconnects for HVAC and other equipment. In addition to the normal duties and responsibilities of a qualified field electrician, Mr. Hughes has provided inspection services, interpretation of design drawings, repairs, upgrades, bidding, negotiation and contract administration.

Mr. Hughes has experience as a construction supervisor for a construction and main-tenance firm in Santa Clarita, California and a more traditional construction firm in Tustin, California. He supervised construction specialists for a variety of residential and commercial projects. During this period, Mr. Hughes held a leadership role in the construction management aspects of the firm and was responsible for staffing, job costing, scheduling, project reporting, jurisdictional and subcontractor coordination, and client interface. Mr. Hughes was also active in several projects that required de-molition of all or part of existing structures. Mr. Hughes was responsible for demolition coordination, including location, protection and disconnect of all utilities; pre-construc-tion coordination; and interagency inspection and approval.

As a re-construction superintendent, he supervised forces of up to sixty personnel in large multi and single unit construction defect repair projects. The specialized nature of remediation services mandates unique protocols for budgeting, job-cost tracking, scheduling, inspection and documentation of repair methodology. Mr. Hughes has the specialized experience pertaining to the administrative aspects of cost, specialized repair scope, documentation, reporting and coordination inherent in this type of con-struction activity.

Bradley W. Hughes - General Contractor / Roofing & Waterproofing Contractor

Licensed General Contractor, State of CaliforniaC-39 Roofing & Waterproofing Contractor, State of CaliforniaGraduate, Control Data Institute, Anaheim, CAAssociate of Science Equivalence Diploma computer technology.Member, Construction Specifications InstituteTile Roofing Institute Certificatione-mail - bradh@berthowe.com(800) 248-4096

BRADLEY W. HUGHES - COnT’D

“Mr. Hughes was involved with numerous applications of built-up, tile, and composite

shingle roofing systems.”