17-0125_INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP_Professional Services AgreementCITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
This Agreement is made and entered into as of . ~n.u.ar4 :f-~ , 20 _fr by and
between the City of San Juan Capistrano , a municipal corporation organized and operating
under the laws of the State of California with its principal place of business at 32400 Paseo
Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 ("City"), and INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP,
with its principal place of business at 15140 TRANSISTOR LANE, HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
92649 (hereinafter referred to as "Consultant"). City and Consultant are sometimes individually
referred to as "Party" and collectively as "Parties" in this Agreement.
RECITALS
A. City is a public agency of the State of California and is in need of professional
services for the following project: CONSULTING SERVICES IN ONE OR MORE OF THE
FOLLOWING AREAS. WHICH INCLUDES . BUT IS NOT LIMITED TO: BUILDING,
ENGINEERING, ARCHITECTURAL. ENVIRONMENTAL. TRAFFICffRANSPORTATION.
PLAN CHECK. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE. GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING.
PLANNING , AND/OR WATER QUALITY SERVICES (hereinafter referred to as "the Project").
B. Consultant is duly licensed and has the necessary qualifications to provide such
services.
C. The Parties desire by this Agreement to establish the terms for City to retain
Consultant to provide the services described herein.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
1. Services.
Consultant shall provide the City with the services described in the Scope of Services
attached hereto as Exhibit "A."
2. Compensation .
a. Subject to paragraph 2(b) below, the City shall pay for such services in
accordance with the Schedule of Charges set forth in Exhibit "C."
b. In no event shall the total amount paid for services rendered by
Consultant under this Agreement exceed the sum of $45.000 per project. This amount is
to cover all printing and related costs, and the City will not pay any additional fees for printing
expenses. Periodic payments shall be made within 30 days of receipt of an invoice which
includes a detailed description of the work performed. Payments to Consultant for work
performed will be made on a monthly billing basis.
3. Additional Work.
If changes in the work seem merited by Consultant or the City, and informal
consultations with the other party indicate that a change is warranted, it shall be processed in
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the following manner: a letter outlining the changes shall be forwarded to the City by Consultant
with a statement of estimated changes in fee or time schedule. An amendment to this
Agreement shall be prepared by the City and executed by both Parties before performance of
such services, or the City will not be required to pay for the changes in the scope of work. Such
amendment shall not render ineffective or invalidate unaffected portions of this Agreement.
4. Maintenance of Records .
Books, documents, papers, accounting records, and other evidence pertaining to costs
incurred shall be maintained by Consultant and made available at all reasonable times during
the contract period and for four (4) years from the date of final payment under the contract for
inspection by City.
5. Time of Performance.
Consultant shall perform its services in a prompt and timely manner and shall
commence performance upon receipt of written notice from the City to proceed ("Notice to
Proceed"). Consultant shall complete the services required hereunder within Exhibit "B." The
Notice to Proceed shall set forth the date of commencement of work .
6. Delays in Performa nce .
a. Neither City nor Consultant shall be considered in default of this Agreement for
delays in performance caused by circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the non-
performing party. For purposes of this Agreement, such circumstances include but are not
limited to, abnormal weather conditions ; floods ; earthquakes; fire ; epidemics ; war; riots and
other civil disturbances; strikes, lockouts, work slowdowns, and other labor disturbances;
sabotage or judicial restraint.
b. Should such circumstances occur, the non-performing party shall, within a
reasonable time of being prevented from performing , give written notice to the other party
describing the circumstances preventing continued performance and the efforts being made to
resume performance of this Agreement.
7. Co mp lia nce w ith Law .
a. Consultant shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances , codes and
regulations of the federal, state and local government, including Cai/OSHA requirements.
b. If required, Consultant shall assist the City, as requested, in obtaining and
maintaining all permits required of Consultant by federal, state and local regulatory agencies.
c. If applicable, Consultant is responsible for all costs of clean up and/ or removal of
hazardous and toxic substances spilled as a result of his or her services or operations
performed under this Agreement.
8. Standard of Care
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Consultant's services will be performed in accordance with generally accepted
professional practices and principles and in a manner consistent with the level of care and skill
ordinarily exercised by members of the profession currently practicing under similar conditions.
9 . Assignment and Subconsultant
Consultant shall not assign, sublet, or transfer this Agreement or any rights under or
interest in this Agreement without the written consent of the City, which may be withheld for any
reason. Any attempt to so assign or so transfer without such consent shall be void and without
legal effect and shall constitute grounds for termination . Subcontracts, if any, shall contain a
provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement. Nothing contained
herein shall prevent Consultant from employing independent associates , and subconsultants as
Consultant may deem appropriate to assist in the performance of services hereunder.
10 . Independ ent Consultant
Consultant is retained as an independent contractor and is not an employee of City. No
employee or agent of Consultant shall become an employee of City. The work to be performed
shall be in accordance with the work described in this Agreement, subject to such directions and
amendments from City as herein provided.
11. Insurance. Consultant shall not commence work for the City until it has provided
evidence satisfactory to the City it has secured all insurance required under this section. In
addition, Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract
until it has secured all insurance required under this section .
a. Commercial Ge neral Liab ility
(i) The Consultant shall take out and maintain, during the
performance of all work under this Agreement, in amounts not less than specified herein,
Commercial General Liability Insurance, in a form and with insurance companies acceptable to
the City.
(ii) Coverage for Commercial General Liability insurance shall be at
least as broad as the following :
(1) Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability
coverage (Occurrence Form CG 00 01) or exact equivalent.
(iii) Commercial General Liability Insurance must include coverage
for the following:
(1) Bodily Injury and Property Damage
(2) Personal Injury/Advertising Injury
(3) Premises/Operations Liability
(4) Products/Completed Operations Liability
(5) Aggregate Limits that Apply per Project
(6) Explosion, Collapse and Underground (UCX) exclusion
deleted
(7) Contractual Liability with respect to this Contract
(8) Broad Form Property Damage
(9) Independent Consultants Coverage
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(iv) The policy shall contain no endorsements or provisions limiting
coverage for (1) contractual liability; (2) cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by one
insured against another; (3) products/completed operations liability; or (4) contain any other
exclusion contrary to the Agreement.
(v) The policy shall give City, its officials, officers, employees,
agents and City designated volunteers additional insured status using ISO endorsement forms
CG 20 10 10 01 and 20 37 10 01, or endorsements providing the exact same coverage.
(vi) The general liability program may utilize either deductibles or
provide coverage excess of a self-insured retention, subject to written approval by the City, and
provided that such deductibles shall not apply to the City as an additional insured.
b. Automobile Liability
(i) At all times during the performance of the work under this
Agreement, the Consultant shall maintain Automobile Liability Insurance for bodily injury and
property damage including coverage for owned, non-owned and hired vehicles, in a form and
with insurance companies acceptable to the City.
(ii) Coverage for automobile liability insurance shall be at least as
broad as Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 00 01 covering automobile liability
(Coverage Symbol1, any auto).
(iii) The policy shall give City, its officials, officers, employees, agents
and City designated volunteers additional insured status.
(iv) Subject to written approval by the City, the automobile liability
program may utilize deductibles, provided that such deductibles shall not apply to the City as an
additional insured, but not a self-insured retention.
c. Workers ' Compensation/Employer's Liability
(i) Consultant certifies that he/she is aware of the prov1s1ons of
Section 3700 of the California Labor Code which requires every employer to be insured against
liability for workers' compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the
provisions of that code, and he/she will comply with such provisions before commencing work
under this Agreement.
(ii) To the extent Consultant has employees at any time during the
term of this Agreement, at all times during the performance of the work under this Agreement,
the Consultant shall maintain full compensation insurance for all persons employed directly by
him/her to carry out the work contemplated under this Agreement, all in accordance with the
"Workers' Compensation and Insurance Act," Division IV of the Labor Code of the State of
California and any acts amendatory thereof, and Employer's Liability Coverage in amounts
indicated herein . Consultant shall require all subconsultants to obtain and maintain, for the
period required by this Agreement, workers' compensation coverage of the same type and limits
as specified in this section.
d. Professional Liabil ity (Errors and Omissions)
At all times during the performance of the work under this Agreement the Consultant
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shall maintain professional liability or Errors and Omissions insurance appropriate to its
profession, in a form and with insurance companies acceptable to the City and in an amount
indicated herein. This insurance shall be endorsed to include contractual liability applicable to
this Agreement and shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designed to protect
against acts , errors or omissions of the Consultant. "Covered Professional Services" as
designated in the policy must specifically include work performed under this Agreement. The
policy must "pay on behalf of" the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer's
duty to defend.
e . Minimum Policy Limits Required
(i) The following insurance limits are required for the Agreement:
Commercial General Liability
Automobile Liability
Employer's Liability
Professional Liability
Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 per occurrence/ $2,000,000 aggregate
for bodily injury, personal injury, and property
damage
$1,000,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and
property damage
$1,000,000 per occurrence
$1,000,000 per claim and aggregate (errors and
omissions)
(ii) Defense costs shall be payable in addition to the limits.
(iii) Requirements of specific coverage or limits contained in this
section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits, or other requirement, or a waiver of
any coverage normally provided by any insurance . Any available coverage shall be provided to
the parties required to be named as Additional Insured pursuant to this Agreement.
f. Evidence Required
Prior to execution of the Agreement, the Consultant shall file with the City
evidence of insurance from an insurer or insurers certifying to the coverage of all insurance
required herein. Such evidence shall include original copies of the ISO CG 00 01 (or insurer's
equivalent) signed by the insurer's representative and Certificate of Insurance (Acord Form 25-
S or equivalent), together with required endorsements. All evidence of insurance shall be
signed by a properly authorized officer, agent, or qualified representative of the insurer and
shall certify the names of the insured, any additional insureds, where appropriate, the type and
amount of the insurance, the location and operations to which the insurance applies, and the
expiration date of such insurance.
g. Policy Provisions Required
(i) Consultant shall provide the City at least thirty (30) days prior
written notice of cancellation of any policy required by this Agreement, except that the
Consultant shall provide at least ten (1 0) days prior written notice of cancellation of any such
policy due to non-payment of premium. If any of the required coverage is cancelled or expires
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during the term of this Agreement, the Consultant shall deliver renewal certificate(s) including
the General Liability Additional Insured Endorsement to the City at least ten (1 0) days prior to
the effective date of cancellation or expiration.
(ii) The Commercial General Liability Policy and Automobile Policy
shall each contain a provision stating that Consultant's policy is primary insurance and that any
insurance, self-insurance or other coverage maintained by the City or any named insureds
shall not be called upon to contribute to any loss.
(iii) The retroactive date (if any) of each policy is to be no later than
the effective date of this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain such coverage continuously for
a period of at least three years after the completion of the work under this Agreement.
Consultant shall purchase a one (1) year extended reporting period A) if the retroactive date is
advanced past the effective date of this Agreement; B) if the policy is cancelled or not renewed;
or C) if the policy is replaced by another claims-made policy with a retroactive date subsequent
to the effective date of this Agreement.
(iv) All required insurance coverages, except for the professional
liability coverage, shall contain or be endorsed to waiver of subrogation in favor of the City, its
officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers or shall specifically allow Consultant or
others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to waive their right
of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against City, and
shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its
subconsultants.
(v) The limits set forth herein shall apply separately to each insured
against whom claims are made or suits are brought, except with respect to the limits of liability .
Further the limits set forth herein shall not be construed to relieve the Consultant from liability in
excess of such coverage, nor shall it limit the Consultant's indemnification obligations to the
City and shall not preclude the City from taking such other actions available to the City under
other provisions of the Agreement or law.
h. Qualifying Insure rs
(i) All policies required shall be issued by acceptable insurance
companies, as determined by the City, which satisfy the following minimum requirements:
(1) Each such policy shall be from a company or companies
with a current A.M . Best's rating of no less than A:VII and admitted to transact in the
business of insurance in the State of California, or otherwise allowed to place insurance
through surplus line brokers under applicable provisions of the California Insurance
Code or any federal law.
i. Additional Insurance Provisions
(i) The foregoing requirements as to the types and limits of insurance
coverage to be maintained by Consultant, and any approval of said insurance by the City, is
not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities and obligations
otherwise assumed by the Consultant pursuant to this Agreement, including but not limited to,
the provisions concerning indemnification.
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(ii) If at any time during the life of the Agreement, any policy of
insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is
canceled and not replaced, City has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems
necessary and any premium paid by City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or City will
withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments . In the alternative, City
may cancel this Agreement.
(iii) The City may require the Consultant to provide complete copies of
all insurance policies in effect for the duration of the Project.
(iv) Neither the City nor any of its officials, officers, employees, agents
or volunteers shall be personally responsible for any liability arising under or by virtue of this
Agreement.
j. Subconsultant Insurance Requirements . Consultant shall not allow any
subcontractors or subconsultants to commence work on any subcontract until they have
provided evidence satisfactory to the City that they have secured all insurance required under
this section . Policies of commercial general liability insurance provided by such subcontractors
or subconsultants shall be endorsed to name the City as an additional insured using ISO form
CG 20 38 04 13 or an endorsement providing the exact same coverage . If requested by
Consultant, City may approve different scopes or minimum limits of insurance for particular
subcontractors or subconsultants .
12. Indemnification.
a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall defend (with
counsel reasonably approved by the City), indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers,
employees, agents and volunteers free and harmless from any and all claims, demands, causes
of action, suits, actions, proceedings, costs, expenses, liability, judgments, awards, decrees,
settlements, loss, damage or injury of any kind, in law or equity, to property or persons,
including wrongful death, (collectively, "Claims') in any manner arising out of, pertaining to, or
incident to any alleged acts, errors or omissions, or willful misconduct of Consultant , its officials ,
officers, employees, subcontractors, consultants or agents in connection with the performance
of the Consultant's seNices, the Project or this Agreement, including without limitation the
payment of all consequential damages, expert witness fees and attorneys' fees and other
related costs and expenses. Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent Consultant's seNices
are subject to Civil Code Section 2782 .8, the above indemnity shall be limited , to the extent
required by Civil Code Section 2782 .8, to Claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the
negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant. Consultant's obligation to
indemnify shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its officials,
officers, employees, agents or volunteers.
b. Additional In demnity Obligations. Consultant shall defend, with counsel
of City's choosing and at Consultant's own cost, expense and risk, any and all Claims covered
by this section that may be brought or instituted against the City, its officials, officers,
employees, agents or volunteers. Consultant shall pay and satisfy any judgment, award or
decree that may be rendered against the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents or
volunteers as part of any such claim, suit, action or other proceeding. Consultant shall also
reimburse City for the cost of any settlement paid by the City , its officials, officers , employees ,
agents or volunteers as part of any such claim, suit, action or other proceeding . Such
reimbursement shall include payment for the City's attorney's fees and costs, including expert
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witness fees. Consultant shall reimburse the City, its officials, officers, employees, agents and
volunteers, for any and all legal expenses and costs incurred by each of them in connection
therewith or in enforcing the indemnity herein provided. Consultant's obligation to indemnify
shall not be restricted to insurance proceeds, if any, received by the City, its officials, officers,
employees, agents and volunteers.
13. Californ ia Labor Code Requirements .
a. Consultant is aware of the requirements of California Labor Code
Sections 1720 et seq. and 1770 et seq ., which require the payment of prevailing wage rates and
the performance of other requirements on certain "public works" and "maintenance" projects. If
the services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works" or "maintenance"
project, as defined by the Prevailing Wage Laws, and if the total compensation is $1 ,000 or
more, Consultant agrees to fully comply with such Prevailing Wage Laws , if applicable.
Consultant shall defend, indemnify and hold the City, its officials, officers, employees and
agents free and harmless from any claims, liabilities, costs, penalties or interest arising out of
any failure or alleged failure to comply with the Prevailing Wage Laws. It shall be mandatory
upon the Consultant and all subconsultants to comply with all California Labor Code provisions,
which include but are not limited to prevailing wages, employment of apprentices , hours of labor
and debarment of contractors and subcontractors.
b. If the services are being performed as part of an applicable "public works"
or "maintenance" project, then pursuant to Labor Code Sections 1725.5 and 1771 .1, the
Consultant and all subconsultants performing such Services must be registered with the
Department of Industrial Relations. Consultant shall maintain registration for the duration of the
Project and require the same of any subconsultants, as applicable. This Project may also be
subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations. It
shall be Consultant's sole responsibility to comply with all applicable registration and labor
compliance requirements.
14. Verificatio n of Employment El igi bility.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant verifies that it fully complies with all
requirements and restrictions of state and federal law respecting the employment of
undocumented aliens , including , but not limited to, the Immigration Reform and Control Act of
1986, as may be amended from time to time, and shall require all subconsultants and sub-
subconsultants to comply with the same.
15 . City Material Requirements.
Consultant is hereby made aware of the City's requirements regarding materials , which
are deemed to be a part of this Agreement.
16. Laws and Venue .
This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of
California. If any action is brought to interpret or enforce any term of this Agreement, the action
shall be brought in a state or federal court situated in the County of Orange, State of California.
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a. City has the right to terminate or abandon any portion or all of the work
under this Agreement by giving ten (1 0) calendar days written notice to Consultant. In such
event, City shall be immediately given title and possession to all original field notes, drawings
and specifications, written reports and other documents produced or developed for that portion
of the work completed and/or being abandoned. City shall pay Consultant the reasonable value
of services rendered for any portion of the work completed prior to termination. If said
termination occurs prior to completion of any task for the Project for which a payment request
has not been received, the charge for services performed during such task shall be the
reasonable value of such services, based on an amount mutually agreed to by City and
Consultant of the portion of such task completed but not paid prior to said termination. City shall
not be liable for any costs other than the charges or portions thereof which are specified herein.
Consultant shall not be entitled to payment for unperformed services, and shall not be entitled to
damages or compensation for termination of work.
b. Consultant may terminate its obligation to provide further services under
this Agreement upon thirty (30) calendar days' written notice to City only in the event of
substantial failure by City to perform in accordance with the terms of this Agreement through no
fault of Consultant.
18 Documents. Except as otherwise provided in "Termination or Abandonment,"
above, all original field notes, written reports, Drawings and Specifications and other
documents, produced or developed for the Project shall, upon payment in full for the services
described in this Agreement, be furnished to and become the property of the City .
19. Organization
Consultant shall assign JIM ROSS as Project Manager. The Project Manager shall not
be removed from the Project or reassigned without the prior written consent of the City.
20. Limitation of Agreement.
This Agreement is limited to and includes only the work included in the Project described
above .
21 . Notice
Any notice or instrument required to be given or delivered by this Agreement may be
given or delivered by depositing the same in any United States Post Office, certified mail, return
receipt requested, postage prepaid, addressed to:
CITY:
City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Attn: Public Works Department
and shall be effective upon receipt thereof.
22. T hird Party Rights
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CONSULTANT:
INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP
15140 TRANSISTOR LANE
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92649
Attn: JIM ROSS
Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to give any rights or benefits to anyone
other than the City and the Consultant.
23. Equal Opportunity Employment.
Consultant represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and that it shall not
discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color,
national origin, ancestry, sex, age or other interests protected by the State or Federal
Constitutions. Such non-discrimination shall include, but not be limited to, all activities related to
initial employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff
or termination .
24. Entire Agreement
This Agreement, with its exhibits, represents the entire understanding of City and
Consultant as to those matters contained herein, and supersedes and cancels any prior or
contemporaneous oral or written understanding, promises or representations with respect to
those matters covered hereunder. Each party acknowledges that no representations,
inducements, promises or agreements have been made by any person which are not
incorporated herein, and that any other agreements shall be void. This Agreement may not be
modified or altered except in writing signed by both Parties hereto. This is an integrated
Agreement.
25 . Severability
The unenforceability, invalidity or illegality of any provision(s) of this Agreement shall not
render the provisions unenforceable, invalid or illegal.
26. Successors and Assigns
This Agreement shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the successors in
interest, executors, administrators and assigns of each party to this Agreement. However,
Consultant shall not assign or transfer by operation of law or otherwise any or all of its rights,
burdens, duties or obligations without the prior written consent of City . Any attempted
assignment without such consent shall be invalid and void.
27. Non-Waiver
None of the provisions of this Agreement shall be considered waived by either party,
unless such waiver is specifically specified in writing .
28. Time of Essence
Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
29. City 's Right to Employ Other Consultants
City reserves its right to employ other consultants, including engineers, in connection
with this Project or other projects.
30. Prohibited Interests
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Consultant maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company
or person , other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, to solicit or secure
this Agreement. Further, Consultant warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any
company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for Consultant, any fee,
commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting
from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City shall
have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no
director, official, officer or employee of City, during the term of his or her service with City, shall
have any direct interest in this Agreement , or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit
arising therefrom.
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SIGNATURE PAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
AND INTERWEST CONSULTING GROUP
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first
written above.
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO INTERWEST CONSULTING GR
Yv~\ i c.. WoY'"Il-S G rovy LeetcU-t.
G. Ross
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: ~ S3 23 ' rtY 1fJn ey ~
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EXHIBIT A
Scope of Services
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EXHIBIT B
Time of Performance
This is an as-needed agreement. Accordingly, Consultant shall perform services on an as-
needed basis upon receipt of a written task order from City. Such task order shall set forth the
scope of Services required to be completed and the deadline for completion. Consultant shall
comply with the terms of each task order in completing Services in a timely and professional
manner.
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REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
for
PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES
to
PERFORM ENGINEERING, BUILDING, ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES INCLUDING
PLAN CHECK, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND ENVIRONEMTAL SERVICES
GENERAL INFORMATION
It is the intent of the City of San Juan Capistrano, Public Works and Utilities
Department and Development Services Department, to establish a qualified list of
consultants to facilitate procurement of engineering, building, and architectural services,
including plan check services, for undefined small projects, up to $50,000. The
services are generally described herein and intended to supplement staff's efforts
where specific expertise is required or time constraints necessitate consultant
assistance. From the Statement of Qualifications (SOQ}, consultants will be selected
which best represent expertise within the various specialty areas. The list will become
part of a five-year program . Work will be contracted out on an as-needed basis, and no
specific guarantee can be given as to the annual fees or consultant usage. The
services will also include other temporary, in-house or field consulting work that might
be required by the Departments.
The projects contemplated include, but will not be limited to, performance of
engineering and design (along with the preparation of evaluation reports); including
architecture, plans, sketches and specifications for small scale new facilities or the
maintenance, repair, replacement of existing facilities, and archaeological services.
Facilities contemplated include, but are not limited to , wells , pumping stations , hydro-
pneumatic pump stations, pipelines, pressure reducing stations, reservoirs, sewer lines,
structures, and appurtenances, sewer lines, structures, and lift stations, as well as other
engineering and building services as further defined in this document. Also included are
other related engineering services such as preliminary design reports, traffic analysis,
water treatment analysis, surveying, geotechnical evaluation, groundwater modeling,
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completion of CEQA checklist/documents, materials testing, grant writing, grant
compliance, and demolition and disposal plans.
The purpose of this RFQ is to develop a qualified list of consultants capable of
performing the work and having a ready contract and required insurances in place to
streamline the process of contracting for engineering and design work on small
projects. The CONSUL TANT(S) selected will be expected to execute the personal
services agreement and comply with the terms of E-Verification and Insurance; but not
to perform any work unless authorized.
INVITATION TO RESPOND
The City of San Juan Capistrano is soliciting SOQ's for professional consulting
services. In general, the tasks identified above and described herein are to be
performed with minimum direction and assistance from the City.
Inquiries concerning the RFQ should be directed to Associate Engineer, Joe
Mankawich 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675;
jmankawich@sanjuancapistrano.org or (949) 487-4313.
SUBMISSION OF SOQ
SOQ's may by submitted by mail or hand delivered to the Public Works Department no
later than 3:00 p.m., October 20, 2016. SOQ's will not be accepted after this time,
attention:
Steve May
Public Works and Utilities Director
City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
FORM OF SOQ
Consultant shall submit three (3) copies of the SOQ (submittal SHOULD NOT be bound
or in binder -submitta l should be clipped or stapled). Submittals shall contain the
following:
1. Statements clearly indicating the services in which the firm is interested;
2 . Statement/discussion of services provided, including anticipated turnaround times
and ability of firm to handle requests on an as-needed basis;
3. Resumes of key personnel for various service areas;
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4. Consultant fee schedules to include hourly rates and flat fees (if any);
5. Completed consultant self rating form included with this request for SOQ.
6. E-Verify compliance (please note the requirement detailed in the attached sample
Personal Service Agreement).
EVALUATION OF SOQ'S
The City of San Juan Capistrano is interested in selecting consultants who have the
experience and expertise to render engineering and architectural design services
(including plan checking) in a comprehensive and timely manner. Accordingly, the
evaluation criteria will consist primarily of three parts:
1. Consultants' expertise
2. Consultants' experience
3. Consultants' ability to handle volume and meet time demands
It is important to the City that you identify the persons you will assign to various
functions, from which office they are assigned, and whether they are full-time
employees of your firm. You should also address any conflict of interest that may exist
and comment on solutions.
CONSULTANT'S RESPONSIBILITY
The Consultant shall perform the tasks as set forth herein :
A. Building Services
1. Review construction documents in accordance with the following uniform
model codes as amended by City ordinance:
a. Uniform Building Code -Latest adopted California Building Code
b. Uniform Plumbing Code-Latest adopted California Plumbing Code
c. Uniform Mechanical Code -Latest adopted California Mechanical Code
d. National Electrical Code-Latest adopted Edition
e. California Code of Regulations -Title 24
f. California Electrical Code-Latest Adopted Edition
2 . Provide a comprehensive plan review as directed or provide only specified
plan review elements as follows:
a. Structural review and analysis of design and calculations
b. Structural design (bridges)
b. Inspection services
c. Other building services as may be defined
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3. Provide geotechnical review and consultation regarding soils reports,
geotechnical issues, features and remediation.
4. Provide building and code enforcement inspection services.
B. Engineering/Architectural Services
1. Review construction documents and subdivision maps in conformance with
the following standards:
a. City of San Juan Capistrano Municipal Code
b. City of San Juan Capistrano and County of Orange applicable design
standards
c. State of California Highway Design Manual
d. Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) -California
Supplement
e. San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Permit
f. State of California Subdivision Map Act
2. Provide comprehensive plan review or design services as directed for the
following elements:
a. Geotechnical review/design
b. Street improvements
c. Storm drain/hydrology reports/design.
d. Traffic/striping improvements
e. Traffic studies and impact analysis
f. Sewer improvements
g. Landscaping improvements
h. Subdivision map checking
i. Water engineering
j. Inspection and construction management services
k. Pavement analysis
I. Architectural design
m. Drafting
n. Water quality design and review/environmental services
C. Archaeological Services
1. Provide field monitoring (including Native American Monitor) for construction
projects in compliance with City Council Policy 601.
2 . Prepare and submit a historic resource or paleontological report as
prescribed in City Council Policy 601.
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D. Document Transmittal
Pick up and resubmit plans to the City via the Building and Safety Division or
Public Works counter.
E. Performance Re qui reme nts
1. Plan Check Services
Render and remit a typed plan check correction/clarification list (two copies)
to the Public Works Department within 1 0 working days from notification by
the City.
2. Engineering/Architectural Services
Complete services in a thorough and efficient manner, on time and within the
approved fee schedule.
F. Fee Schedules
1. Consultant Fees
a. Plan Check
Consultant fees will be determined for plan check services based on the
attached fee schedule. Consultant fees will be adjusted annually based
upon the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The consultant shall bill on an
hourly basis, not to exceed 75% of the total fee, and fees may be
negotiated lower if, in the determination of the City, a lower fee is
warranted.
b. Design/Architectural
Services will be negotiated on a project-by-project basis based on a pre-
agreed scope of work. Payment will be as determined by the City project
manager.
2 . Bui ld ing Fees
a. Plan Check
Total plan check at 80% of base plan check fee paid by applicant not
including any surcharges (base plan check fee). Base plan check fee will
be 65% of building permit fee, not including surcharges.
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Structural plan check is not to exceed 60% of base plan check fee, not
including any surcharges.
3. Other Services
Services will be negotiated on a project-by-project basis based on a pre-
agreed scope of work. Payment will be as determined by the City project
manager.
G. Maintenance of Records
The consultant will maintain all books, documents, papers, employee time sheets,
accounting records/ledgers and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and shall
make such materials available at their respective offices at all reasonable times during
the contract period and for three years from the date of final payment for inspection by
the City. The consultant shall furnish copies, if requested.
CITY'S RESPONSIBILITY
The City shall perform the tasks as set forth herein:
A. Establishment of Valuation (Plan Check Services Only)
Assign a valuation to the proposed work in accordance with the appropriate
Engineering or Building Division standards. The City shall collect all fees from the
applicant in connection with the services.
B. Project submittals
City will supply all necessary documentation/specifications, reports, studies,
calculations, etc., to Consultant as is readily available at the City.
C. Coordination
City will serve as project coordinator. On plan checking, the City will be
responsible for notifying the applicant when plans with corrections are available to
pick up. The City will route plans (preliminary/revised) to and from the Consultant.
SELECTION PROCESS
The CITY may select for contract negotiations the firm(s) that, in the CITY's judgment,
will best meet the CITY's needs, irrespective of the comparison of fee schedules
presented by the proposers. The CITY's CONSULTANT evaluation and selection
process is based on the following criteria.
a . Familiarity with the type and manner of work described.
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b. Qualifications and experience of the Project Manager, Project Engineer, other
key individuals, and sub consultants. The CITY reserves the right to request a
change of Project Manager, or any member of the team, should it deem it
necessary. The CONSULTANT shall honor this request.
c. Results of reference checks.
d. Clarity of the SOQ.
e. Compliance with SOQ requirements.
When a specific project is defined and solicited, the CITY will negotiate a contract with
the best-qualified firm for the desired consulting services at compensation which the
staff determines is fair and reasonable to the CITY. Should CITY be unable to
negotiate a satisfactory contract with the selected firm, negotiations with that firm will be
formally suspended. Negotiations will then be undertaken with the next most qualified
firm. Failing to reach an accord with the second most qualified firm, the CITY will
suspend negotiations with that firm and continue the negotiation process with the next
most qualified firms until an agreement is reached.
Sincerely,
Attachments:
1. Consultant Self-Rating Form
2. Sample Personal Services Agreement
INTERWEST
CONSULTING
GROUP
Jim Ross
Public Works Group Leader
15140 Transistor Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
949.613.5595
www.interwestgrp.com
October 20, 2016
Statement of Qualifications for
Professional Consulting Services to Perform
Engineering, Building, Architectural Services
Including Plan Check, Archaeological, and
Environmental Services
Prepared for the
City of San Juan Capistrano
Steve May, Public Works &
Utilities Director
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
By
lnterwest Consulting Group, Inc.
James G. Ross
15140 Transistor Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
jross@interwestgrp.com
o I 714.899.9039
c I 714.742.1551
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October 20, 2016
Steve May, Public Works & Utilities Director
City of San Juan Capistrano
32400 Paseo Adelanto
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
RE : Statement of Qualifications for Professional Consulting Services to Perform Engineering, Building,
Architectural Services Including Plan Check, Archaeological , and Environmental Services
Dear Mr. May,
lnterwest Consulting Group is grateful to have been permitted to serve the City of San Juan Capistrano since 2013.
We are pleased to submit our qualifications to continue providing Professional Consulting Services . We are
submitting this proposal to express our interest in continuing to serve the City, and to provide you with information
regarding the full range of services that lnterwest can provide your community .
lnterwest is large enough -over 280 employees-to serve all of your staffing needs, yet small enough to ensure that
we maintain focus and are responsive to the needs of San Juan Capistrano. We serve over 200 cities, counties and
state agencies, including the municipalities of San Juan Capistrano, Bell , Lake Forest, Eastvale, Wildomar, Pomona,
Culver City and Newport Beach.
We thoroughly understand the challenges and requirements of municipal governments since many of our staff have
held senior and executive management positions with numerous California cities. Our staff includes former Public
Works Directors, City Engineers, Capital Projects Managers, Construction Managers and Chief Building Officials.
This background and experience is important as it lends our staff an appreciation of what it means to act as an
effective representative of a municipality, including the high level of sensitivity required towards the community and
special interest group issues. Accordingly, our professional staff truly understands and values the importance of
focusing on representing the interests of our clients in a manner which reflects positively on the cities we serve.
As partners with the City, our role is to provide the following:
-/ Excellent customer service. One of the keys to the success of your department is providing your customers
(residents, engineers, contractors) with excellent service.
-/ Tailored, City-specific services. We deliver skilled staff that will meet or exceed your expectations on each
assignment.
-/ Timely turnaround service. We work with you to develop the most responsive schedule to meet the time
constraints placed on your projects.
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./ Effective Coordination with other City Departments. Our staff is trained in promoting collaboration and
cooperation with other departments and agencies.
Each of the staff members that will be assigned will be carefully selected based on our understanding of the needs of
the City. James G. Ross, Public Works Group Leader will serve as Principal-in-Charge and as the City's primary
contact. He brings more than 35 years of municipal experience and is committed to cooperatively working with clients
in getting the job done ethically, on time and within budget. Mr. Ross is an authorized representative of lnterwest
Consulting Group and has the authority to sign all necessary agreements. We propose George Alvarez, PE, TE to
serve as our Project Manager. George brings more than 40 years experience in city engineering, traffic engineering,
public works and project management, including several years spent serving the City of San Juan Capistrano.
Contact information for Mr. Ross and Mr. Alvarez follows:
James G. Ross
15140 Transistor Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
0 714.899.90391 c 714.742.1551
jross@interwestgrp.com
George Alvarez, PE, TE
15140 Transistor Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
0 714.899.90391 c 714.615.0883
galvarez@interwestgrp .com
lnterwest Consulting Group has the staff and experience to perform the full range of services required by the City of
San Juan Capistrano. More importantly, we possess the experience and skills necessary to work with the existing
City staff to successfully achieve established goals.
We look forward to continuing a successful relationship by providing the services outlined in the RFP. We view the
keys to serving the City of San Juan Capistrano as follows:
./ Providing all services in a coordinated , cost-effective and transparent manner
./ Providing the City with experienced and well-qualified individuals to meet and exceed goals set for any
assigned project(s)
./ Providing a high level of customer service for internal and external customers
Services will be directed from our Huntington Beach office, which serves the entire Southern California region with
professional staff performing functions in all of our disciplines. We appreciate the opportunity to present our
qualifications for your review and consideration. We are available to meet with you to discuss our approach in more
detail at your convenience. Please call if you have any questions or would like additional information.
Sincerely ,
James G. Ross
Public Works Group Leader
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SECTION 1
Overview of Firm ........................................................................................ 1
Firm Background .............................................................................................................. 1
Conflict of Interest Statement .......................................................................................... 1
Affiliations .......................................................................................................................... 2
Additional Resource Locations ....................................................................................... 2
SECTION 2
Services .......................................................................................................... 3
Statement of Interest ........................................................................................................ 3
A. Building Services ....................................................................................................... 4
B. Engineering 1 Architectural Services ...................................................................... 10
Additional Service Areas ................................................................................................ 21
SECTION 3
Key Personnel ............................................................................................ 28
Project Manager Qualifications .................................................................................... 29
Staff Identification Table ............................................................................................... 30
Organizational Chart ...................................................................................................... 31
SECTION 4
References .................................................................................................. 32
lnterwest Municipal Clients in Southern California .................................................... 39
SECTION 5
Fee Schedules ........................................................................................... 40
SECTION 6
Consultant's Self-Rating Forms ......................................................... 42
SECTION 7
E-Verify Compliance ............................................................................... 45
APPENDIX
Resumes
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OVERVIEW OF fiRM
FIRM BACKGROUND
lnterwest Consulting Group (lnterwest) has extensive experience and a proven track record of successfully providing
plan review and building inspection services to public agencies . lnterwest has been in business since 2002 and was
founded by individuals with a passion for serving municipalities. Our 280 plus employees span a multitude of
disciplines, roles and job placements to municipalities within building and safety and public works departments
throughout California.
Our services are specifically tailored to fit the needs of our client, which is why we can provide a single staff member
or a complete team to help you reach your goals . We provide a full range of services to more than 100 public
agencies throughout California including :
• Building and Safety Plan Review, Inspection, and Permit Technician Services
• Fire Prevention Plan Check and Inspection
• Plan Review and Inspection of Site and Infrastructure Improvements
• Capital Project Improvement Program Management
• Information Technology (IT)
• Real Estate Services
• Geographic Information System (GIS)
• Transportation Program Management and Funding Assistance
lnterwest is comprised of Civil, Structural, Electrical, Fire Protection, and Mechanical Engineers registered in the
State of California , Building Officials, Plans Examiners and Inspectors of various disciplines certified by the
International Code Council, (State of California) Certified Access Specialist (GASp), and other professionals
specializing in providing complete plan review and inspection services to local government agencies.
lnterwest's business model is built on simple yet vital customer service principles-offering professional, thorough,
quality and timely services, with transparent processes and communications. lnterwest does not offer design services
and as a result, plan review comments and corrections are unbiased, and conflicts of interest are never a concern.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENT
As a municipal consulting firm, we work exclusively for public agencies, thereby eliminating any real or perceived
professional or contractual conflicts. lnterwest Consulting Group does not have any potential conflicting financial ,
business or relationship interests which would be adverse to the City of San Juan Capistrano.
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AFFILIATIONS
Education and certification are at the very core of our company. We support and encourage staff to participate in and
contribute to the many associations important to the industry knowing that technical excellence and proficiency is vital
to public service. Attending specialized training classes, seminars and industry-related conferences is part of our
dedication to the industry. Many of our staff holds or have held key positions within the groups listed below:
../ League of California Cities ../ American Public Works Association
../ California Building Officials ../ International Code Council
../ County Building Officials of California ../ Institute of Transportation Engineers
../ ICC Chapters of: Los Angeles Basin, Orange ../ California Water Environment Association
Empire, Foothill, Citrus Belt, East Bay, Peninsula, ../ California Stormwater Quality Association
Sacramento Valley, Shasta Cascade ../ City Engineer's Association of Orange
../ Structural Engineers Association of Southern County
California
RESOURCE LOCATIONS
Our convenient locations and responsive staff help you get what you want, when you need it.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
9300 W. Stockton Blvd., Suite 105
Elk Grove, CA 95758
916.683.3340 Office
1613 Santa Clara Drive, Suite 100
Roseville, CA 95661
916.781.6600 Office
6280 W. Las Positas Blvd., Suite 200
Pleasanton, CA 94588
925.462.1114 Office
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
1171 W. Shaw Avenue, Suite 102
Fresno, CA 93711
559 .201.6381 Office
NEVADA
4815 W. Russell Road, Suite 11K
Las Vegas, NV 89118
702.476.2200 Office
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
15140 Transistor Lane
Huntington Beach, CA 92649
714.899.9039 Office
9519 Chamberlain Street
Ventura, CA 93004
805.659.0017 Office
431 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 200
Palm Springs, CA 92262
760.417 .4329 Office
1500 S. Haven Ave., Suite 220
Ontario, CA 91761 (Open Nov. 1, 2016)
COLORADO
1218 W. Ash Street, Suite A
Windsor, CO 80550
970.674.3300 Office
1505 Patton Drive
Boulder, CO 80303
303.444.0524 Office
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SERVICES
STATEMENT OF INTEREST
lnterwest Consulting Group can provide the City of San Juan Capistrano expert staff and services in the following
areas outlined in the RFQ.
A. Bu ild ing Serv ices
1. Review construction documents in accordance with the following uniform codes:
./ Uniform Building Code -Latest adopted California Building Code
./ Uniform Plumbing Code-Latest adopted California Plumbing Code
./ Uniform Mechanical Code -Latest adopted California Mechanical Code
./ National Electrical Code-Latest adopted edition
./ California Code of Regulations-Title 24
./ California Electrical Code -Latest adopted edition
2. Provide comprehensive plan review as directed or provide only specified plan review elements as
follows:
./ Structural review & analysis of design calculations
./ Inspection Services
./ Other Building Services as may be defined
4. Provide building and code enforcement inspection services
B. Engineering and Architectural Services
1. Review construction documents and subdivision maps in accordance with the following standards :
./ City of San Juan Capistrano Municipal Code
./ City of San Juan Capistrano and County of Orange applicable design standards
./ State of California Highway Design Manual
./ Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)-California Supplement
./ San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Permit
./ State of California Subdivision Map Act
2. Provide comprehensive plan review as directed for the following elements:
./ Street improvements
./ Traffic I striping improvements
./ Traffic studies and impact analysis
./ Subdivision map checking
./ Inspection and construction management services
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The following sections will detail our approach to our proposed service areas .
A. BUILDING SERVICES
PLAN CHECK SERVICES
T oday 's fast-paced marketplace demands projects flow quickly and smoothly
through the regulatory approval process. We fully understand this critical
component. You'll find our people are ready to assist with solutions and
recommendations that are specific to your needs .
Code Interpretations
Code interpretations are subject to final review and approval by the Building Official and/or client designated staff.
lnterwest Consulting Group 's engineers and plans examiners will provide unbiased recommendations and
background information to help the Building Official make an informed decision. All plan review comments are subject
to review and approval by the Building Official.
Communicating Plan Check Results
Plan reviews will consist of written comments and redlined plans (1 copy). Comments and redlined plans or
approval/denial letter and 1 set of plans will be returned to the client after each review is completed.
Specifically, plan reviews, when not immediately approved, will result in lists of comments referring to specific details
and drawings, and referencing applicable code sections. lnterwest Consulting Group will provide a clear, concise,
and thorough document (i.e., comment list) from which clients, designers, contractors, and owners can work.
Comment lists are delivered to our clients and other designated recipients (e.g., designers, contractors, owners) via
email, FAX, and/or reliable overland carrier. If requested, lnterwest Consulting Group will transmit plan review
comments and coordinate re-checks directly to the applicant as required and completed plan review documents
ready for approval will be returned to the client for final approval.
Maximum Proposed Turnaround Time
Per the City's RFQ, typed plan check correction I clarification lists (two copies) will be returned to the correct
Department within 10 working days from notification by the City .
We consistently complete plan reviews within these timeframes or sooner! We work hard to accommodate any tum-
around schedule desired by the jurisdiction. Multi-disciplinary reviews are typically performed in our offices but we are
available for onsite work when required and whenever possible . We can furnish the following tiered turnaround for
most common projects. More complex or unusual projects may need a review and an agreed upon adjustment:
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On-Site Consultant Services & Meeting Attendance
lnterwest Consulting Group has a full-time staff of experienced plan reviewers and licensed architects, structural and
civil engineers available to perform on-site plan review. We understand the client may require the services of an
onsite plan reviewer from time to time.
In addition, staff is available for pre-construction or pre-design meetings, field visits, contacts with the design team,
and support for field inspection personnel as needed. With some reasonable limitations, pre-construction and pre-
design meetings associated with projects that we plan review are considered part of the plan review service.
Electronic Plan Check Services
lnterwest Consulting Group currently provides electronic plan review services for multiple jurisdictions throughout
California and we are prepared to provide electronic plan check for the client.
Our staff is experienced in providing electronic plan review and can work closely with the client on any electronic plan
check software program that is utilized.
For cities that do not utilize electronic plan check or perhaps have primarily light commercial and residential
development, we have available a simple -to-use and secure FTP site that allows the Applicant to upload digital
content directly to our staff if City finds this service useful ..
Plan Check Tracking Method & Billing Process
Our staff has experience working with most project tracking databases utilized by building departments. Our staff will
update electronic records and make project related database entries as directed by the client.
We will create and maintain a Jurisdiction File containing our research on any unique amendments or specifications
required by your jurisdiction, billing arrangements, contact information and any special requests you would like us to
keep in mind.
lnterwest Consulting Group uses a custom-designed database to maintain and track all plans throughout the review
process from the moment you request a pick-up and/or shipment to delivery of the final, approved documents.
Information such as project name, client's project number, assigned plan reviewer(s), date documents were received,
plan check cycle and completion date for current review can be provided. In addition to standard phone
communication, custom reports can be emailed .
We can provide online tracking for the client with a custom-designed web template geared to provide any reporting
and information needs required.
Our staff is available during standard business hours to answer questions via phone or email regarding the actual
plan check in progress. We maintain active email accounts and our staff will be responsive to any client or applicant
needs. If we cannot speak directly to a caller, we will return calls no later than 24 hours .
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Special Projects
lnterwest Consulting Group is able to accommodate special project plan check needs such as fast-track, multi-
phased, or accelerated plan checks . We establish project specific turn-around goals and procedures with jurisdiction
staff for these types of projects based on the complexity of the projects as well as the construction schedule.
lnterwest Consulting Group's staff of engineers and plans examiners will work with the client as well as with
applicants and designers to resolve all plan check issues. Our staff will deal directly with applicants and their
designers during the plan check process to resolve all issues. lnterwest Consulting Group will furnish assigned
personnel with all materials, resources and training necessary to conduct plan checks, including a current copy of the
applicable amendments, policies, procedures and forms.
Technical Capabilities
The lnterwest staff members selected for this project possess significant technical capabilities in all of the requested
areas of plan check competence.
Architectural
lnterwest Consulting Group's non-structural plans examiners furnish plan check services for a vast array of
projects including large commercial, institutional, industrial, retail, OSHPD 3 medical office buildings, and
residential projects. Completed plan check projects range from single-story residential projects to complex high
rise buildings and numerous building additions and remodels. We are experienced and familiar with the use and
application of the most current additions of the following model codes:
"' NFPA Codes & Standards "' International Building Code (IBC)
"' ANSI Standards "' California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Parts 1
through 6 and 9
Structural
Our structural engineers have experience designing and reviewing projects with virtually all building materials
including:
"' Wood
"' Concrete
"' Masonry
"' Steel
Our engineers have designed or reviewed a wide array of structural systems including : .., FEMA Compliant Steel Moment Frames .., Masonry Shearwall Systems .., Eccentric Braced Frames .., Concrete Shearwall Systems .., Concentric Braced Frames .., Cantilevered Column Systems .., Concrete Moment Frames .., Pre-Stressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete .., Wood Shearwall Systems .., Buckling Restrained Braced Frames Energy
Dissipation Systems ·
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Our structural engineers and inspectors are experienced with the provisions of most model codes including current
versions of:
./ International Building Code (IBC)
./ ASCE 7-10
./ NEHRP
./ AISC 341 & 360
Electrical, Plumbing & Mechanical
./ ACI
., FEMA 350, 351 I 353
./ ANSI/AF & PA NOS
lnterwest staff is well versed in the California Mechanical , California Plumbing and the California Electrical codes .
We review submitted design documents to ensure compliance with the relevant codes. We have made the
transition to the newly-adopted codes and currently review for those codes as required. All staff is licensed and/or
certified in the State of California as well as personnel who hold multiple licenses across many states . We will
review submitted design documents to ensure compliance to the current edition of the following codes:
./ California Building Code ./ California Mechanical Code
<~' California Plumbing Code <~' California Electrical Code
Jurisdiction-Adopted Amendments or Ordinances Other review services are provided based on current editions of
local or national standards such as :
./ International Building Code
<~' International Residential Code
<~' International Mechanical Code
<~' International Plumbing Code
<~' NFPA Standards 13 (automatic fire sprinkler
systems)
T24 Energy
./ NFPA Standards 14 (standpipes)
<~' NFPA Standards 20 (fire pumps)
<~' NFPA Standards 99 (medical gases, etc.)
<~' NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
<~' FEMA & NEHRP Requirements for Existing Bldgs.
Our engineers and plan checkers are up to date on all California Energy requirements as they relate to both new
and remodel construction on large commercial projects to small residential additions.
Green Building Standards
Our staff is familiar with the incorporation of CaiGreen building concepts into project designs and its potential
impact from the building code. In addition, staff members have participated in the development of various "green"
standards for super adobe , rammed earth , and straw bale construction , to name a few . We have also reviewed
"straw bale" constructed homes.
LEED
Developed by the US Green Building Council (USGBC), LEED provides building owners and operators a
framework for identifying and implementing measurable green building design, construction, operations and
maintenance solutions. LEED certification consists of a number of different rating systems that apply to many
building types-commercial as well as residential and measures how well a building performs across many
sustainability metrics including: energy savings, water efficiency, C02 emissions reduction , improved indoor
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environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts. Whether your jurisdiction
projects are new construction or renovation, energy efficient roofing, water run-off management and renewable
energy are all important points to consider, lnterwest Consulting Group helps make it easy.
CASp
lnterwest Consulting Group has CASp certified individuals on staff knowledgeable of state and federal accessibility
laws and regulations and possesses the expertise necessary to promote access to facilities for persons with
disabilities. In accordance with newly-formed rules and regulations we will supply a CASp certified professional to
review all plans for accessibility and will comply with regulations to provide a sufficient number of building
inspectors who are CASp.
We offer support to municipalities for compliance enforcement and/or developing a transition plan, and
successfully partner with the disabled community to address the needs and requirements for both entities. We can
assist municipal departments, government agencies and local communities to explain various issues relating to
access compliance, such as access compliance obligations, transition planning, construction costs, construction
phasing, code/law 'interpretation,' hardship and code/law changes .
BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES
lnterwest tailors inspection services to the particular needs of each client with special
attention to providing competent, consistent service at all levels-at all times. We
handpick our candidates and identify skill levels required to best match the client's
inspection goals and philosophy. All lnterwest inspectors are ICC certified. Building
Inspection field hours will be as needed during normal client working hours.
lnterwest staff has performed inspection services on a wide variety of construction projects including custom homes,
large residential developments, and commercial, institutional and essential service buildings. We provide valuable
experience gained through successful work with government clients throughout California. This clear understanding
of the construction process enables our people to quickly identify and resolve problems both in the office & the field.
Assigned staff will perform continuous or periodic construction inspections to verify that the work of construction is in
conformance with the approved project plans as well as identifying issues of non -compliance with applicable building
codes. Many of our inspector candidates can provide dual plan check and inspector services for our clients. When
necessary for large or fast-track projects, multiple inspectors are available.
The Building Official will provide the inspectors with interpretations of local ordinances, local preferences, alternate
materials and exceptions/alternates to the model codes. The inspectors will report directly to the Building Official or
other person designated for all project-related work. Items, if any, which cannot be resolved between the project
inspectors and contractors, will be forwarded to the Building Official for final resolution.
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Inspection personnel assigned will be able to read, understand and interpret construction plans, truss drawings and
calculations , prepare and maintain accurate records and reports , communicate effectively orally and in writing and to
work effectively with contractors, the public and general staff. Inspectors will posses knowledge of approved and
modern methods, materials , tools and safety used in building inspection and the most current building standards.
Services include, but are not limited to:
./ Building & Grading Inspections will be performed the following working day if request is received before 2
PM
./ Perform all necessary building inspections in a timely and courteous manner .
./ Resolve code interpretation issues in the field .
./ Enforce compliance with the conditions of approval, provisions of your jurisdiction's ordinances and the code
requirements set forth on the plans for which a permit was issued .
./ Observe each project at the completion of the various stages of construction for compliance with the
appropriate building code; state disabled access and energy regulations .
./ Identify issues of non-compliance with applicable building codes .
./ Ensure that adequate records are maintained for all building inspection activities .
./ Administrative duties including but not limited to scheduling of inspections and record keeping .
./ Coordinate with the Code Enforcement Officer on building code violations .
./ Coordinate with Public Works Inspectors on matters involving public water, sewer, storm drainage and street
improvements.
Integration with Client Staff and Departments
As municipal consultants to many jurisdictions, lnterwest staff is highly adaptive to all processes and procedures and
quickly and seamlessly assimilates to your specialized requirements. All personnel are cross-trained in municipal
operations to successfully bridge across departments and are accustomed to partnering, assisting, and coordinating
with Planning, Public Works, Code Enforcement and other vital client staff and departments.
Inspection Schedule
lnterwest Consulting Group inspectors are familiar with a multitude of jurisdictional scheduling and tracking systems
and can quickly adapt to client requirements. Inspectors will provide inspections for all inspection requests received.
Emergency inspections (usually requests that pertain to a serious or urgent life/safety issue) can be provided as they
are needed; nights, weekends and holidays. Many of our inspectors are also available to serve at the public counter
when needed. As required in the Request for Proposal, inspection requests received before 2:00pm will be inspected
the following working day. This applies to building and grading inspections.
Tools & Equipment
lnterwest Consulting Group provides all vehicles, fuel maintenance, and other equipment necessary for inspectors to
carry out duties.
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CODE ENFORCEMENT
Code Enforcement violations add up quickly and become very costly if not corrected in a timely manner. Violations
can come in many forms, including substandard housing conditions, unsafe buildings, zoning/illegal land use,
nuisance, pest infestation, noise, blight, graffiti, signage, debris, and abandoned or inoperable vehicles on private
property, to name a few. We are specialists at identifying and correcting code violations to the exact specifications
needed to satisfy the City, County, State or any other governmental body authorized to impose a notice of violation.
We have experience in residential, commercial and municipal violation repairs and would love the opportunity to help
the City of Irvine solve any problems you might be currently facing.
Our highly qualified staff has longtime experience enforcing ordinances and codes required by jurisdictions and a
wealth of knowledge on the principles of code enforcement. The proposed individuals specialize in responding to the
unique and sensitive needs of communities facing issues in health and safety with consistent, responsive services-
on time and within budget.
Typical services include preparing abatement cases for and testifying in public hearings and court proceedings on
behalf of the City and serving as a resource and providing information on City regulations to property owners,
residents, businesses, the general public, and other City departments and divisions . Our professionals can perform a
variety of technical duties in support of the City's code enforcement programs-monitoring and enforcing a variety of
codes and ordinances including:
-/ Zoning Codes -/ Municipal Codes
-/ Building Codes -/ State Health & Safety Codes
-/ Public Nuisances -/ Housing
B. ENGINEERING I ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW & SUBDIVISION MAP CHECK
Once the City assigns a Tracking Number and routes a submittal for review to lnterwest, the submittal will be entered
into our online database. The submittal will then be routed to the most appropriate and qualified lnterwest staff based
on expertise and ability to meet the required turn around time . After a Quality Assurance review by lnterwest's project
manager, the plan review comments will be routed to City staff for final review and transmittal to the applicant. Our
online database will then be updated to reflect status of the submittal. All formal project submittals will be routed
through the City in order to maintain the accountability and integrity of the plan check process.
lnterwest can accommodate the standard plan review turnaround time that is required by the City of Inglewood.
lnterwest's typical goal is to provide plan review comments on the first submittal within 15 working days, and within
10 working days on all subsequent submittals. Our organization is extremely flexible and has the ability to meet
shorter turn around times if requested by the City and applicant. One of our goals is to make the first plan review
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comments as thorough as possible and reduce the possibility of new comments coming up later in the plan review
process . Additionally, lnterwest staff strives to be proactive in plan review and will contact the applicant as needed to
review technical questions. This can often help eliminate costly re-submittals.
The plan review types that are anticipated are discussed below.
PLOT PLAN CHECK
lnterwest staff has extensive experience reviewing plot plans, preliminary utility plans, Standard Urban Stormwater
Mitigation Plan (SUSMP) and Low Impact Development (LID) plans and reports, water system analysis reports,
sewer system analysis reports, hydrology reports, and mitigation and monitoring requirements for various cities in
Los Angeles County and Southern California. This experience includes reviews plans for compliance with Conditions
of Approval, City Codes and Ordinances, City Standard Plans and Specifications, County of Los Angeles Flood
Control Manual , County of Los Angeles SUSMP Manual, and sanitation and water district standards.
We also have extensive experience reviewing plot plans, tentative maps, and other planning applications and
providing draft Conditions of Approval for use by the Planning Department.
GRADING AND EROSION CONTROL PLAN CHECK
lnterwest's civil engineers are well versed in the review of grading plans and erosion control plans for projects of all
sizes, ranging from one single family home to large commercial projects and residential projects of several thousand
acres . Plans are reviewed for compliance with City Ordinances and standards, the City grading manual, the project
Conditions of Approval, and the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Construction General
Permit for California. lnterwest employees Qualified Stormwater Practioners and Designers (QSP/QSD) that can
review Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) for completeness. While the SWPPP preparer and Water
Quality Control Board are ultimately responsible for ensuring the SWPPP is appropriate, there are some items the
City can review to minimize problems during construction.
lnterwest believes that efficient plan review requires good decision making and the ability to communicate comments
and directions. Our engineers are licensed professionals with the ability to recommend and make sound engineering
decisions, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
SUBDIVISION MAP PLAN CHECK
lnterwest's team of experts have extensive knowledge reviewing lot line adjustments, tentative maps, easement
deeds, and final maps for compliance with the Subdivision Map Act, local agencies subdivision ordinance, and
project specific Conditions of Approval. This experience also includes reviewing title history and working with
applicants to prepare certificates of compliance in order to establish legal lots. We have experience with all types and
sizes of map checking and review projects, including tentative and final maps for development projects of several
thousand acres . lnterwest employs a licensed land surveyor and licensed civil engineers with appropriate legal
authority and ability to review legal descriptions (metes and bounds), perform map checks, review closure
calculations, perform field checks of final monumentation, and review AutoCAD submittals.
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HYDROLOGY AND HYDRAULICS CHECK
lnterwest reviews hydrology and hydraulic reports and calculations for many cities in Los Angeles County and
Southern California . Our engineers have a thorough understanding of the Los Angeles County Hydrology Manual,
and Los Angeles County, and the underpinning drainage principles. lnterwest plan reviewers are well versed in the
hydrology software developed by Applied Engineering Software (AES) the Water Surface and Pressure Gradient
(WSPG) software, and the US Army Corps of Engineers Hydrologic Modeling System (HEC-HMS). Not only have
our plan reviewers reviewed calculations performed by these software programs, they have used this software to
perform drainage calculations and prepare reports . Our engineers are licensed professionals with the ability to
recommend and make sound engineering decisions, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
STREET, DRIVEWAYS, SIDEWALKS, CURBS AND GUTTERS AND
PEDESTRIAN RAMPS IMPROVEMENT PLAN CHECK
lnterwest reviews street improvement plans and site improvement plans containing these elements for cities in Los
Angeles County and Southern California. Our engineers have a well developed understanding of the American Public
Works Association Standards, Caltrans Highway Design Manual, Caltrans Traffic Manual, Caltrans Standard Plans
and Specifications, Los Angeles County Hydrology Manual, and accessibility requirements in California. In addition to
reviewing improvement plans using these standards and specifications, our engineers use these plans and
specifications when preparing engineering bid documents for capital improvement projects for municipal clients in the
local area. Our engineers are not just plan reviewers, they are licensed professionals that make sound engineering
decisions and communicate effectively with internal and external clients.
STORM DRAIN PLAN CHECK
lnterwest is experienced at reviewing storm drain improvement plans and hydrology and hydraulic reports for cities in
Orange County and Southern California. Our engineers have a thorough understanding of the American Public
Works Association Standards utilized by the City of Inglewood, the Los Angeles County Hydrology Manual, and the
Los Angeles County Standard Plans. lnterwest believes that efficient plan review requires good decision making and
the ability to communicate comments and directions. Our engineers are licensed professionals with the ability to
recommend and make sound engineering decisions, and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
SEWER SYSTEM PLAN CHECK
lnterwest's plan reviewers are experienced at reviewing sewer improvement plans and sewer design reports for cities
and sewer agencies in Southern California. Our engineers are familiar with the requirements of agencies such as
County of Los Angeles Sanitation District No. 5, Irvine Ranch Water District, and Elsinore Valley Municipal Water
District. This breadth of knowledge gives our engineers a unique perspective on development requirements in the
City of Inglewood.
DOMESTIC WATER AND RECLAIMED WATER PLAN CHECK
lnterwest's plan reviewers are experienced at reviewing water improvement plans and water design reports for cities
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and water agencies. Our engineers are familiar with the requirements of the State Department of Health to protect
water distribution facilities , and requirements of agencies such as County of Los Angeles Health Department, West
Basin Municipal Water District Standards, Irvine Ranch Water District, and Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District.
This in depth knowledge gives our engineers a unique perspective on development requirements in the City of
Inglewood.
PARKS, STREETSCAPES & LANDSCAPE PLAN CHECK
Our team will work closely with City staff to ensure all parks, streetscapes and landscape plans are reviewed for
compliance with all city codes and standards. Plans will be reviewed by a licensed landscape architect as necessary .
TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES
Our staff can perform a variety of traffic engineering services. We will tailor our services based on the needs of the
client. Tasks assigned may include:
./ In the capacity of City Traffic Engineer, advise and assist the City Council and Successor Agency, City's
departments, commissions, committees and provide interface with regional and State transportation
agencies
./ Assess the potential traffic impact of proposed development projects
./ When requested, prepare engineering reports to the City Council in response to requests for traffic control
device installations and modifications, such as stop signs, crosswalks, traffic channelization and speed
zones
./ Prepare grant applications for funding from Federal, State, and regional agencies for traffic safety studies
and improvements
./ Identify , review and develop recommendations for corrective measures at locations experiencing accident
rates higher than normally anticipated
./ Provide technical advice to City's staff in connection with the maintenance and the operation od the City's
traffic signal facilities
./ Be responsive to coordinate with and address School Zone traffic concerns
./ Provide private and public development plan review and respond to inquiries and questions relating to traffic
engineering development matters
./ Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement
recommendations in support of goals related to local traffic operations
./ Assist construction inspectors in the interpretation of plans, specifications and other contract documents for
assigned projects
./ Provide information to the public; respond to and resolves citizen inquiries and complaints related to the
traffic engineering functions
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./ Support public involvement and community outreach for selected traffic and transportation projects . Tasks
may include: attendance and participation in public meetings, creation of various education and outreach
materials such as project flyers, PowerPoint presentations , etc .
./ Develop temporary traffic control and detour plans for construction projects and special events
./ Traffic signal design preparation
./ Prepare traffic calming plans to include physical design modifications , sign plan and markings
./ Review traffic signal timing plans and collision data for intersections, and provide recommended
adjustments
./ Prepare small-scale pavement marking, signage and delineation plans
./ Investigate traffic issues including site observation, collision analysis and recommendation
./ Prepare traffic engineering work orders
./ Provide detailed traffic engineering design services
./ Assist in preparing requests for proposals and grant applications
./ Attend, participate in and/or facilitate meetings and workshops on behalf of the client
./ Assist in the development of relevant policies
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES
lnterwest is experienced and highly skilled at providing services in the three main phases of capital projects: Pre-
Construction, Bidding & Award, Construction and Project Close-out. Successful integration of the roles -project
manager, construction manager and construction inspector -throughout these phases is critical to the success of
any project. As such we have provided an integrated scope of work below detailing the key areas of responsibility for
a typical project (Specific responsibility is designated CM -Construction Manager, C/ -Construction Inspector and
PM-Project Manager):
./ Provide field inspection for compliance with the approved construction
documents e.g. plans , Greenbook-Cl
./ Verify all material amounts -Cl
./ Verify implementation of storm water regulation requirements -CM
./ Review all invoices for accuracy of work performed -Cl
./ Assist designer in resolving problems arising from field conditions -Cl
./ Attend field meetings -Cl
./ Facilitate coordination with utility companies -Cl
./ Provide coordination with the design consultant and inspector-CM
./ Process all invoices -CM
./ Provide monthly project funding reports -CM
./ Provide weekly project monitoring reports -CM
./ Process change orders -CM
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-/ Coordinate final inspection -CM
-/ Process labor compliance review and acceptance -CM
-/ Coordinate project as-built drawings-CM
-/ Coordinate processing of project changes with stakeholders and other client
departments -CM
-/ Coordinate project closeout activities such as staff report, notice of completion,
release of retention, document archiving, GASB 34 reporting, etc. -CM & PM
Detailed Plan for Construction Management & Inspections
Pre-Construction I Bidding I Award Phase
Constructability I Contract Document Review I Bid Support: Review of the construction plans and contract
documents prior to bidding and report to the client any areas where there may be an opportunity to save money or
find areas that can be corrected prior to the bid, resulting in more competitive bids and fewer construction change
orders . This assistance is provided during the bidding process.
Pre-Project Photographs 1 Video: The Construction Inspector will document the condition of the project as well as
the adjacent areas prior to the contractor mobilizing, thus minimizing any dispute that may arise regarding existing vs.
construction damage.
Pre-Construction Meeting: We will organize or attend the pre-construction meetings prior to the Notice to Proceed
being issued. Meeting notes and a list of invitees and attendees will be distributed.
Plans, Specification & Estimate (PS&E): The PS&E package is essentially the contract document from which the
contractor will bid and build the project. The project engineer, in consultation with the construction manager, takes
the approved project and begins the formal design process. Every effort must be made to stay within the scope of the
approved project, and adhere to the environmental document constraints. Any changes to the scope must be
approved by the client; changes to the scope during the PS&E phase will likely increase construction costs, may
require additional environmental studies, and possibly delay the schedule. As the PS&E package develops , a bigger
emphasis is made on constructability, traffic handling and staging. All can significantly impact construction costs .
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Potential Pitfalls: Resulting in: lnterwest Solutions:
-Poorly prepared plans, specifications
and estimate (inconsistency in plan
sheets, unclear plans, incomplete or
incorrect information)
-Extended review period • Review the PR and
Environmental
Document at the
beginning of the
PS&E phase
-Delays in the permitting
process
-High contractor bids
-Poorly written specifications that are
inconsistent with the plans or missing
items
-Contract change orders
• Implement Quality
Assurance/Quality
Control Plan
(CCOs) and/or claims
-Having plans/specifications that do not
adhere to the Environmental
Document
-Extended construction period
·Traffic delays
• Perform
Constructability and
Bidability Reviews -Having poor staging and traffic control
• Potential for right-of-way
delays
Bidding and Construction Support
./ During the bidding process, if so directed, the lnterwest Team will be available to answer bidders' questions,
prepare drafts of addenda or clarifications to the PS&E and assist in reviewing bids and recommending a
contract award .
./ During construction, we will provide supplemental support to the client and construction management
section for construction inquiries. This supplemental construction support includes:
o Reviewing and preparing responses to RFI's
o Reviewing Contractor submittals and shop drawings for compatibility with design
o Reviewing and providing recommendations of change order proposals
o Performing final review/evaluation and assisting with the preparation of punch list for work
deficiencies
o Preparing record drawings of the completed projects based upon the red lined set of as-built
plans provided by the Contractor.
Potential Pitfalls:
• Having bidding documents
which are not consistent
with client standards
• Inadequate time allotted for
PS&E approvals by City
Engineer and client's
Attorney's office
-Slow response time to
Contractor RFI's and other
requests
Resulting in:
• Delays in bidding
and construction
which can lead to
higher costs
• Misinterpreted
contract
documents which
can lead to CCO's
and delay claims
lnterwest Solutions:
• Utilize experience to build realistic
project schedules that properly account
for all reviews and approvals
• Respond expeditiously to Contractor
RFI's and other requests to minimize
CCO's and delay claims
• Utilize constructability and specification
reviews by experienced staff to identify
the most efficient construction methods
and to minimize CCO's
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Construction Phase
Project Schedule I Submittal Review: A realistic schedule that meets the requirements of the contract documents
is critical to the success of the project. Our team will constantly monitor the schedule, noting and making the client
aware of any critical path slips, as well as any opportunities to compress the schedule that may arise. Further, timely
and thorough submittal review is critical to a project. Examples of activities include:
./ Coordinate, review and approve the Contractor's proposed CPM schedule for completion of project.
./ Review contractor's schedule, update submittals for conformance to master schedule and contract
documents.
Document Control: We use the proven method of controlling documents through the system developed and used by
Caltrans. We will apply consistent procedures to track all documentation, regardless of project size and location.
Doing so will result in a standard documentation and filing system across the board for capital projects. As a result,
records retrieval will be quick and efficient. Work activities include:
./ Maintain all project documents, drawings , contract change orders, contractor submittals, shop drawing and
correspondence in electronic form and hard copy .
./ Maintain at the project site in an "as current" basis a record copy of all contracts, drawings, specifications,
addenda, change orders and other modifications, in good order and marked to record all changes made
during construction. We track documents, including all correspondence .
./ Ensure an office engineer is available for projects with significant document control needs, and all files will
be set up by our office engineer, regardless of size .
./ Maintain a digital photographic library & significant activities .
./ Maintain RFI, submittal and change order logs. Ensure consultants and engineers respond within contract
time frames . We track the number of days submittals are outstanding and with a particular party on a weekly
basis and report this information to the appropriate staff .
./ Monitor Contractor and the sub-contractors regarding compliance with prevailing wage rates and affirmative
action requirements applicable to the project including a Labor Compliance Program in accordance with AB
1506 and the Davis-Bacon Act. Our inspectors and office engineers are trained on the appropriate forms
and techniques necessary to conduct these compliance activities .
./ Collect and review, for compliance with all State and Federal regulations, certified payroll records
requirements.
Weekly I Monthly Construction Meetings: We would attend and chair weekly or monthly project meetings with the
contractors and stakeholders. We can prepare the agenda and discuss schedule, budget, changes, safety issues,
etc. This has proven to be an important step to getting the project on schedule early.
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Change Order Review/Dispute Resolution: Our team will review any requests for contract change orders to verify
the work is necessary and outside of the contract, and we will negotiate the best way from the client's perspective to
pay for the work, whether that is time and materials, unit prices, or a negotiated amount. We will advise the client as
to their effect on the contract time and cost. We can perform independent estimates of proposed change order work
when necessary or when directed by the client. The Construction Manager will then make a recommendation for
approval, which according to the client policy, will ultimately need approval by the Public Works Director.
Materials Testing Management: We will coordinate and schedule the materials testing services to acquire the
necessary services, and reports, in the most efficient manner.
Compaction Control: We will coordinate compaction testing with the soil engineering firm to verify all compaction
conducted meets all requirements and specifications .
Progress Payment Processing: We will review progress payments and verify quantities/unit prices, amount due,
certified payroll, appropriate rates, etc. If the review shows the progress payment is accurate, we will then
recommend payment and circulate it to Project Manager for additional review, signature and approval.
Agency Coordination: We will coordinate any work with other agencies to maximize contractor efficiency and keep
the project on schedule.
Project Close-Out Phase
Punch List Completion: Our Inspector will generate and make the contractor aware of deficiencies as they occur in
the field. We will encourage the contractor to repair or replace work that does not meet the specifications when it is
identified. lnterwest will oversee the complete performance of all punch list items and final clean-up before contractor
moves off-site. Each punch list item is personally signed off by a member of our team, and all items must be signed
off before the construction manager signs the list as complete.
Record Drawings and Other Documents: Our Construction Manager will review the record drawings with the
Inspector for accuracy and completeness prior to acceptance of the project. This is monitored weekly. At the end of
the project, we will obtain from contractor all record (as-built) drawings: 0 & M materials, attic stock, contract required
documents, lien releases, and written warrantees.
Geotechnical Report: Our Construction Manager will obtain a complete geotechnical report with all test results,
logs, and correspondence from the geotech prior to releasing their final payment.
Final Report: Our team will prepare a final report for the project that recaps the costs, schedule, successes, and
lessons learned to the client and the Project Manager for use in preparing the City Council Notice of Acceptance Staff
Report. An inventory of the "wrap up" tasks for construction management activities include:
../ Administer post-construction training of custodial, maintenance, operations and grounds staff for all new
equipment, systems and finish materials. We intend to invite the appropriate maintenance personnel to the
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final walk-through of the project so they may ask questions and review the work. We understand that the
project is built for the end-user, which is usually the maintenance department on behalf of the citizens .
~ Coordinate final testing, documentation and regulatory inspections . We require all materials testing and
special inspection documentation to be in a final report in chronological order.
~ Advise on substantial and final completion and liquidated damages.
~ Evaluate any contractor claim, negotiate and resolve claim issues . Recommend approval or denial by the
client.
~ Establish a warranty process and schedule six (6) months and eleven (11) months warranty walks.
~ Oversee the complete performance of all warranty repair items.
Document Archive: Once the project is complete , we will give the City all project documents in archive form .
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION SERVICES
Utilizing construction management services through lnterwest Consulting Group is an extremely valuable strategy for
delivering cost-effective, high quality municipal services. We provide Construction Management and Inspection
Services for various capital improvement projects. This could include a variety of elements such as: roadway
rehabilitations, new park developments, building and utility projects on an "as-needed" basis, streets, driveways,
sidewalks, curb and gutters, pedestrian ramps, drainage improvements, parks, buildings, open space amenities,
trails, traffic signals, playground equipment and sports fields plus related services including sewer lift stations, sewer,
domestic water, reclaimed water and street lighting. We have a proven track record of providing all of these services.
Our Inspectors will ensure that all work conforms to the project construction documents, Codes and Ordinances
including the Grading Code and Manual, APWA "Greenbook" Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction,
AWPA Standards, various County Public Works Standards, State and Federal Building Codes related to site
accessibility as well as Title 24 and ADA requirements, Caltrans' Local Programs Manual, the client's Quality
Assurance Plan for Federal and State Funded Projects and all applicable prevailing wage laws including the Davis-
Bacon and Related Acts.
Our team of professionals proposed for this assignment has extensive career expertise in the public works industry.
Our local knowledge in combination with our depth of experience translates into better, more consistent decision
making. This provides the client with excellent value not only today in cost for services, but more importantly in the
future while operating the infrastructure. All Inspections shall be carried out using established policies and
procedures with the highest quality staff in a timely and professional manner. We shall be an advisor and advocate
and provide services with the best interest of the client in mind.
Quality Control
For all projects we will create and apply tailored management systems that work and will carefully monitor program
effectiveness, closely tracking work quality, quantity, and cost. Delivering projects under aggressive schedules
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requires careful management, administration, and oversight of project development teams from inception to
completion with committed, complete ownership of all aspects. Despite this approach, some projects may fall behind
schedule. If this occurs, lnterwest will quickly review the reasons for the delay, identify options for getting the project
back on track, and implement the selected option after consulting with the client. Scope, schedule and budget
impacts of the delay will be scrutinized to ensure critical elements are not jeopardized by implementation of the
corrective action .
Guaranteed Deliverables
There are several important areas of work requiring special attention for project management, construction
management, and construction observation to ensure successful completion of a project:
Standardization & Maintenance of Project Documentation -In order to effectively combat claims, it is vitally
important that the construction manager and inspector follow a uniform standard to ensure that potentially volatile
issues are dealt with in a timely, accurate and consistent manner. lnterwest has instituted such a system and has a
proven track record of helping its clients to avoid costly claims.
Monitoring Quality & Objectiveness of Field Personnel -Our construction supervisors routinely check the files
and performance of our construction inspectors. Regular training meetings are conducted at which changes in rules
and regulations are discussed . Of critical importance are the storm water compliance rules and the requirements of
the general construction permit on client projects.
Public Relations -Public works projects that impact residents and businesses present unique, non-technical
challenges which must be addressed throughout the life of a project. lnterwest staff will work closely with these
stakeholders to make them aware of the project, its status and any changes that are made . Our assigned staff
possesses the non-technical skill set needed to navigate the public relations arena.
Construction Inspections (Including SWPPP Compliance): Our Inspector, as well as any other field personnel
performing services will document all work, quantities , contractor and subcontractor personnel and equipment,
visitors, and field orders on a daily basis .
Some specific duties include:
./ Oversee Quality Assurance of the construction activities to conform to plans and specifications .
./ Monitor contractor work performance for deficiencies and recommend any special testing needed .
./ Perform all special inspection required for project.
./ Maintain daily onsite project log and as-built schedule report. Prepare daily reports of observations and
activities. Secure the general contractor's daily log reports. Our reports will be based on the Caltrans daily
report forms .
./ Perform periodic digital video and still photography of the progress of the project. Said photography will
show date of the events and conditions being recorded. All non-compliance issues as well as any other site
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conditions requested by the client shall be photographed. Our inspectors will take photographs of work on a
daily basis as part of our inspection protocol.
../ Maintain a daily log containing a record of weather, contractors, work onsite, number of workers, work
accomplished, problems encountered , solutions agreed upon, and other similar relevant data as the client
may require .
../ Monitor and endeavor to ensure the establishment and implementation of appropriate safety programs by
the Contractor .
../ Ensure compliance to reporting requirements of the State Water Resources Control Board as it relates to
SWPPP reporting.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
I NFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Our team provides onsite and remote on-call IT Services support including infrastructure, desktop and phone
support, and onsite and remote networking. lnterwest Consulting Group has a proven track record providing these
types of IT services to various regional councils of governments, transit agencies and cities . lnterwest has the
experience and knowledge to partner with our clients in an innovative manner to better serve your customers .
Our service model provides our clients the flexibility to create a work plan that is dynamic to increase support when
staffing is low or larger projects occur. This support will also allow for general day to day support for services on as
needed help desk request. We work closely with our clients to develop an IT Work Plan that accomplishes these
daily needs of maintaining a well-run IT department and prioritizes planned projects to enhance the infrastructure and
processes within the organization.
A well run IT operation means minimal downtime so your staff can maintain a focus on serving the public. Our
proposed team is comprised of highly experienced, forward thinking, customer-service oriented professionals who
will deliver solutions to technical problems in a timely and cost effective manner.
Project Opportunities
The lnterwest IT team brings innovative solutions to the public agencies we serve. We are proactive, challenging
ourselves to remain current in our skill sets and continually look to the horizon for new technologies that can be
reviewed and presented to align with your agency's goals . Our team can work with you to determine the specific cost
benefit to the examples of the services we provide below.
Training
lnterwest provides continual training to our team of professionals through conferences and training classes as well as
self-paced training classes available from our business partners. In addition to formal training, our IT Team meets for
weekly cross training sessions and has access to a knowledgebase of past issues to ensure the speedy resolution of
help desk tickets .
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Proactive Approach
Our team is proactive and seeks to provide technology solutions to solve the needs of our clients . lnterwest IT will
identify gaps in services and training, make recommendations, and implement best practice solutions.
Comprehensive Back-up Support
Our team understands the critical nature of back-ups. We will create and customize back-up plans for all of our
client's critical data. lnterwest IT will run regular back-up integrity checks to ensure back-ups are running smoothly .
Our team will work with your agency to create disaster recovery documentation. lnterwest IT will work closely with
public safety departments to ensure their mission critical data is recoverable in the event of an outage.
Proactive Network Monitoring
lnterwest IT understands that local government agencies serve their citizens 24/7. Our team provides proactive
network monitoring and will replace systems showing signs of failure prior to an outage to ensure our client has
maximum up-time .
Public Safety Experience
lnterwest IT has experience working with police departments to install, upgrade, and maintain their CAD and crime
analysis software applications including deploying mobile applications. Our team has experience working with
surveillance systems and integrating with GIS and other 3rd party applications .
Specific Hardware/Software Experience
Desktop Environments
lnterwest IT has experience in a range of software needed to support desktop computers, applications and
connectivity including both physical and VM.
Desktop
Hardware
Wireless Connectivity
Microsoft Office
Adobe
Application/ Database
Server Configuration
Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
All models of Dell and HP desktops/ laptops, Panasonic Toughbooks,
iPads and Tablet PCs.
Support public and private Wi-Fi networks
Microsoft Office 2003/2007/2010/2013
Acrobat 9/X/XI/DC, Adobe Reader, Adobe Flash
Casselle Clarity, SAGE ACT Customer Management, Microsoft Access
lnterwest IT has experience in server administration and configuration to ensure your agency's servers are
performing at optimal levels.
GIS lnterwest's GIS team has installed and configured ArcGIS Server,
designed and implemented GIS geodatabases in SQL and oracle,
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Domain Controllers
Exchange
Finance
SharePoint
Print and File Servers
VMware
Infrastructure
deployed custom web map applications, set up and supported
ArcGIS Online. Our team also has extensive experience in data
creation and editing within a GIS for Server since its first release in
2004.
Microsoft Active Directory Infrastructure 2003, 2008, 2008 R2,
2012
Group Policy/DNS/DHCP
Microsoft Windows 2008 R2 running Exchange 2007, large scale
systems of more than 700 mailboxes with multiple databases, legal
retention and public information requests, unified messaging hub
transports, clustered mail services, migration to Exchange 2010
and 2013, virtualized Exchange services
Sungard Naviline, Sungard OneSolution, E-Business Suite
Financials
Microsoft SharePoint 2010, Custom Builds, Templates, Workflow
Windows File Management 2003, 2008, HP Storage Area Network,
Net-App Storage Solutions
VMware administration. lnterwest is a VMware business partner
lnterwest IT has experience in a full range of network infrastructure to ensure your agency is connected with superior
performance.
Networking
Print Services
CISCO switches: SF 102-24 10/100, 2960, 3750, ATP Cat.5E Patch
Panels, Routers, Wireless infrastructure/access points, Site-to-site VPN
access, multicasting and multiple VLANS, multiple subnets, routers,
ASA 5520 with IPS, CISCO servers, CISCO e911
lnterwest IT has supported all of the brands of copiers and scanners listed below.
Hardware
Remote Access
HP Printers, Cannon Copiers, Xerox Scanners/ Copiers HP Plotters,
Fujitsu scanners, Personal/Desk Printers, Leased, Networked
lnterwest IT has deployed many different tools that support remote access for assisting users with day-to-day
hardware/software troubleshooting and providing server administration.
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Applications
Phone Services
LogMeln, GoToMeeting, Microsoft Remote Desktop, Altiris, KACE, and
Citrix
lnterwest IT has implemented and maintained both analog and VoiP phone systems including call center and
voicemail systems.
Analog Services
VoiP Services
Network Protection Services
HP PBX, NEC NEAX 2000 IPS, Voicemail System, 350+ Lines, 800/Toll
Free number Support, Desktop Phones, Wireless Headsets
Communications Manager 8.5, IPCC 4.x & 7.x, Call monitoring and
recording, IP Communicator, Unity 5.x for voicemail Synapps, & SA alert,
public/private hot spot access, Cisco VoiP phones, Conference Phones,
IVR Routing
lnterwest IT maintains top security measures to protect your technology investments in data and hardware.
Firewalls
SQL Services
Barracuda SPAM Firewalls, Web Filters, Cisco firewall Products, Juniper
Firewall Products
lnterwest IT has a diverse set of skills in database development, maintenance and reporting .
SQL Services
Email/ Communications Services
Windows Server 2008 R2, SQL 2005, SQL 2008, SQL 2008 R2, SQL
2012, SQL integrations or Ticketing with updates and versioning, SQL
Reports, Esri/GIS database integration.
lnterwest has an extensive knowledge in email communication tools, including desktop email, webmail and smart
phone connections.
Exchange
Mobile Devices
Microsoft Windows 2008 R2 running Exchange 2007, large scale systems
of more than 200 mailboxes with multiple databases, legal retention and
public information requests, unified messaging hub transports, clustered
mail services, migration to Exchange 2010 and 2013, virtualized
Exchange services
Exchange ActiveSync, iOS, Android, and Windows Integration
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Surveillance Camera System
lnterwest has the necessary experience to support surveillance camera systems .
Hardware
Training
REAL ESTATE SERVICES
Cisco Switches and Routers
lnterwest's IT team has attended training on surveillance systems
Our Real Estate team provides full service municipal real estate consultation
and turn-key right-of-way services inclusive of project management,
acquisition, appraisal, appraisal review, relocation assistance , property
management, escrow and title coordination, and condemnation support. We
serve our clients from early project planning to full possession of properties
for project construction . Our real estate team skillfully performs all right-of-
way functions and they are experts at navigating through the legal and
regulatory requirements necessary to acquire land and right-of way for public projects for city, county and state
agencies.
Real Estate Project Management
Real Estate Project Management is essential to ensure that right of way activities are being conducted on schedule
and within budget. We take a very hands-on approach paying close attention to any potential issues that could cause
a delay or affect the budget. That means we pay attention to the details early on to ensure we are always in front of
the issues. The Project Manager maintains excellent communication and works closely with our client and the project
team throughout the life of the project. She ensures that the schedule is maintained, makes certain that right-of-way
activities comply with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations, ensures that any revisions to the right-of-
way or schedule are promptly communicated to the team and appropriately implemented, and assists in resolving
potential issues that may arise during the right of way process.
Project Initiation, Planning & Coordination
Every project is unique with its own set of challenges. lnterwest understands this and will design a plan to achieve
successful right of way delivery. Drawing on our knowledge gained from a diverse range of project experience, we
will perform comprehensive pre-planning, review of project plans and design and select the best subconsultants to
match project needs. We can prepare right-of-way estimates that conform to the requirements described in the
Caltrans Manual Chapter 4. This is the opportunity to develop acquisition documents in conjunction with the agency
and analyze each title report to anticipate any complexities in order to address and resolve them early. We look for
ways to streamline the right of way process to ensure we meet tight project schedules and budgets .
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Appraisal Management
Integrity is essential in promoting public perception and confidence in the project. By contracting with sub-consultants
to provide appraisal services, there is a separation between the appraisal and acquisition functions. This helps to
eliminate any perceived conflicts of interest. This also allows lnterwest to choose the most capable appraisers based
on the specific dynamics of each project. Instead of stretching to complete an appraisal without adequate experience,
the best team is fielded for every project. lnterwest has an extensive list of appraisers it has teamed up with on prior
projects to be able to accomplish this, whether the acquisition is a temporary right to enter a property or a complex
commercial valuation involving severance damages and goodwill. lnterwest will take the lead in developing an
appropriate scope of work for the appraisal assignment, manage sub-consultant contracts and provide oversight to
ensure schedules are maintained and the project scope is accurately evaluated in the appraisal.
Acquisition 1 Negotiation
How a team deals with the property owner is critical to the success and outcome of any project. Our approach is to
establish a rapport early in the process with open and good communication, thus building trust with the property
owner. We develop this relationship through early in-person meetings with the property owner to discuss all activities
that will occur. We also carefully review the appraisal, offer documents, note any concerns or questions from the
property owner and seek to resolve any issues between the agency and the owner. Our goal is to educate and assist
the owner so they not only understand the process, but also have confidence in us and the agency we represent.
Every effort will be made to timely reach a negotiated settlement by contract and facilitate the execution of the
documents and coordinate escrow activities. In the event an agreement regarding just compensation cannot be
reached in a timely manner, we often are successful in obtaining Possession and Use Agreements, which will allow
the Project to proceed on schedule and provide additional time for the parties to negotiate. While condemnation
cannot always be completely avoided, our acquisition agents will take an active role in conducting themselves in the
most ethical and competent manner in our "good faith" negotiations with each and every property owner.
Project Certification
Our staff has extensive knowledge of the project certification process. We have developed successful relationships
with Caltrans Local Assistance agents on the district level to deliver right of way and obtain the appropriate level of
Certification, when needed . Two of our team members were previously employed by Caltrans and thus have an
excellent knowledge of Caltrans guidelines and thus the ability to ensure that projects meet Caltrans requirements.
Our team involves Caltrans early on in the project and keeps them informed each step of the way, thereby allowing
construction contract to be advertised, bid and awarded in a timely manner.
Title and Escrow Services
The title and escrow process has become more complex in recent years due to the higher level of scrutiny by
lenders. Our staff is intimately familiar and able to navigate through the extra steps needed to negotiate with lenders
under these circumstances. Our agents will work with the property owners and the title company throughout the
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entire closing process to prepare escrow instructions, obtain notary verifications, obtain subordination agreements,
obtain reconveyances and help facilitate a prompt closing of escrow.
Condemnation Seryices
Our staff has first-hand knowledge of the condemnation process. Working with property owners toward a successful
negotiation involves maintaining open and honest communications. When the property owner is treated fairly and
honestly throughout the entire land acquisition process, negotiated settlements can usually be obtained without the
need to resort to condemnation. However, using the condemnation process is sometimes necessary for the benefit of
the project-ensuring project delivery schedule and/or funding are not compromised . When needed, our agents will
coordinate with legal counsel as necessary to document negotiations with the property owner and to provide any
additional information required.
We handle everything from hardware installations and strategic plans to large software applications. We have
experience in IT project planning and enjoy working with customers to analyze their IT needs and create solutions
that are a good fit for their organization. We believe that IT should work with you and that each organization has its
own unique needs and challenges. We are creative thinkers who partner with your staff to create a long term
relationship that you can rely on.
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION (GIS)
lnterwest's GIS team has a broad range of skills to support the client's
objectives. Our areas of expertise include:
../ GIS Project Management & Assessment
../ Strategic Planning & Budget
../ Enterprise GIS Implementation
../ Web GIS Development
../ Data Layer Conversion, Creation & Maintenance
../ GIS Analysis
../ On-Call Consulting & Technical Support
../ Database Design and Integration
../ Custom GIS Interface Development
../ Backroom Automation Development
../ GIS Software Training
../ Mobile GIS Data Collection
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KEY PERSONNEL
Our proposed staff has significant direct experience working as city employees and as contract staff members in
similar jurisdictions throughout California providing the services the City requires. Individually, the professionals
below excel in each of their backgrounds. As a team, they possess the professional capability to innovatively create
and implement effective solutions. More information of each staff member's experience and qualifications can be
found in their individual resumes provided in the Appendix of this document.
The following individuals would be available to serve the City of San Juan Capistrano.
James G. Ross
George Alvarez, PE, TE
A. BUILDING SERVICES
Chandra Desai, PE
Tom Campbell, PE, CBO
Hossein Afrouzeh, ME, EE
Tony Dormanesh, CASp, PE, CBO
Wayne Webb
Chuck Bailey
Barry Lewis
Ed Cooke, CBO
David Marcum, CASp
Mike Neely
David Crowell
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE
PROJECT MANAGER & CITY LIAISON
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-STRUCTURAL
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL & PLUMBING
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-CASP
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL & PLUMBING
BUILDING INSPECTION
BUILDING INSPECTION AND CASP
CODE ENFORCEMENT
CODE ENFORCEMENT
B. ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Dan Garcia, PE, REA, CPP
Sudi Shoja, PE
Kev Tcharkhoutian, PE
Craig Bradshaw, PE, PLS
Gary Neal, PLS
George Alvarez, PE, TE
Ruth Smith, TE, PTP
Tom Marnocha, QSP, CESSWI
Ciros Ganji
Roger Oreb
ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW
ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW
ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW
ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW I SUBDIVISION MAP REVIEW
SUBDIVISION MAP REVIEW
TRAFFIC ENGINEER
TRAFFIC ENGINEER
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
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PROJECT MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS
George Alvarez, PE, TE I P R 0 J E C T M A N A G E R
George has over 35 years of successful planning, implementing, and administering
public works projects and programs. He brings a solid history of successful
management with over 29 years as a Public Works City Engineer. Recognized as a
dedicated professional with exemplary work ethic, he focuses on continuous process
improvements while maintaining the ability to effectively navigate through politically
sensitive environments. George has managed capital projects over $100M. He has
experience in budget preparation and maintenance, negotiations, organization
development, grant funding, and project management. He is committed to serving the
needs of the client through strong leadership and a collaborative approach.
City of San Juan Capistrano Downtown Parking Study
The San Juan Capistrano Downtown has a shortage of on-street and off-street
parking, particularly during the summer weekends. A short term solution was needed
to add more parking on City streets and City operated parking lots. Staff met with the
business community, Chamber of commerce, and the Mission San Juan Capistrano to
present short term solutions such as removing excessive red curb markings and
establishing new time limit parking. Once the stakeholders supported the short term
plan, it was presented to the City Council for their approval. The project was
implemented in four phases to manage and evaluate the effects. The project started
September of 2014 and ended May of 2015. George served as Project Manager.
City of Eastvale Bike Master Plan
Client Contact: Michele Nissen, City Manager of Eastvale
Telephone: (951) 361-0900 Em ail: mnissen@eastvaleca.gov
EDUCATION:
BS, Civil Engineering, CA State
University Long Beach
Santa Ana Advanced Leadership
Development Program
Santa Ana Public Business
Management Program
LICENSES & CERTIFICATION :
Professional Civil Engineer, CA
25161
Professional Traffic Engineer, CA
485
This project was funded by the Southern California Association of Government (SCAG) to develop a citywide bike
master plan. Eastvale, as a newly incorporated city, lacked a master plan for bike lanes and trails. Residents often
express their concern to the City about the lack of a bikeway system. The project involved numerous meetings with
the stakeholders including; bicycle coalition; school district; Police; and residents. The bicycle master plan is a blue
print to identify bike route for trails and bike lanes. It also prioritized projects to seek grant funding and to meet
eligibility requirements for state funding. The project started October of 2013 and was completed February of 2016.
George was the Project Manager and the City Engineer who prepared the scope of work to select a consultant;
managed the consultants work; coordinated the stakeholder meetings; and worked with the consultant to present the
study and plan to the Planning Commission and City Council.
City of Santa Ana Bristol Street Widening Project
Client Contact: Raul Godinez, Former Public Wotks Director of Santa Ana, Current Public Wotks Director of Lynwood
Telephone: (310) 603-0220 x 309 Em ail: rgodinez@lynwood.ca.us
This project was to widen Bristol Street from First Street to McFadden Avenue in the City of Santa Ana. The $50
million project was funded by a combination of local, regional, and federal funds. The project involved the acquisition
of more than 30 parcels, construction of new pavement, storm drain, landscaped median and parkways, street light
and traffic signal medication. The project started in 2008 and was completed in 2011. George was the City Engineer
for Santa Ana and over saw the project from right-of-way acquisition through construction.
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STAFF IDENTIFICATION TABLE
NAME FUNCTION FT or PT OFFICE
James G. Ross PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE PT HB
George Alvarez, PE, TE PROJECT MANAGER & CITY LIAISON FT HB
Chandra Desai, PE BUILDING PLAN REVIEW -FT HB STRUCTURAL
Tom Campbell, PE, CBO BUILDING PLAN REVIEW PT HB
Hossein Afrouzeh, ME, EE BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL, PT HB MECHANICAL & PLUMBING
Tony Dormanesh, CASp, PE, BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-CASP PT HB CBO
Wayne Webb BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL FT HB
Chuck Bailey BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL PT HB
Barry Lewis BUILDING PLAN REVIEW-ELECTRICAL , FT HB MECHANICAL & PLUMBING
Ed Cooke, CBO BUILDING INSPECTION FT HB
David Marcum, CASp BUILDING INSPECTION AND CASP PT HB
Mike Neely CODE ENFORCEMENT FT HB
David Crowell CODE ENFORCEMENT FT HB
Dan Garcia, PE, REA, CPP ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW FT HB
Sudi Shoja, PE ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW PT HB
Kev Tcharkhoutian, PE ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW FT HB
Craig Bradshaw, PE, PLS ENGINEERING PLAN REVIEW I FT HB SUBDIVISION MAP REVIEW
Gary Neal , PLS SUBDIVISION MAP REVIEW FT HB
George Alvarez, PE, TE TRAFFIC ENGINEER FT HB
Ruth Smith, TE, PTP TRAFFIC ENGINEER FT HB
Tom Marnocha, QSP, CESSWI CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT FT HB
Ciros Ganji CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION FT HB
Roger Oreb CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION FT HB
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ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
The following organizational chart is provided to illustrate the resources available to the City and the roles of
proposed staff as well as their lines of communication.
A. BUILDING SERVICES
Pla n Re vi ew Sery!ces
Chandra Desai, PE
Plan Review-SIJUC!lJral
'Tbm campbell, PE, CBO
Plan Revfllw
Hosseln Afrouzeh. ME, EE
Plan Re<Mw • MEP
Tony Dormanesh, PE. CASp, CBO
Plan ReView
Wayne Webb
Pf8n Review · MEP
Chuck Bailey
Pkv> R<'Vh1w • EluculoaJ
Banylewis
P/1J11 Review · MEP
Ed Cooke, CBO
Buildinfl /Mpeaot
David Marcum, CASp
Bllilding Inspector
Mike Neely
Code Enlurcemt!flt
David CroweD
Code Enlorcemenl
James G. Ross
Ptrncrpai·III·Cilarge
B. ENGINEERING &
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Eng ioeerino Plan ReVIew
Dan Garcia. PE, REA. CPP
Engineering Plan Review
Sudi Shoja. PE
Englr!Hring Pllln Review
Kev Tch&Mloutlan, PE
Engineering Plan Review
Craig Bradshaw, PE, PLS
Eng. P/1111 ReiiiBw I SUbdivision Map ReiiiBw
Gary Neal, PLS
SubdMslcn Mrq1 Review
George Alvarez, PE, TE
lt~ Engineer
Ruth Smith, TE, PTP
1ta/Tic Engineer
CoosJ ru choo M!!n llgemeO( &
losoectlon
Torn Mamocha, QSP, CESSWI
COIISilucrion Mllllllgflmenl
CirosGanji
Construction Inspection
RogerOteb
Consltuction lnspeajon
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REFERENCES
Building & Safety
FairPiex Conference Center
City of Pomona, CA
Client Contact: Mark Lazzaretto, Director of Planning,
Housing, & Building
Telephone: 909.620.2090 Email:
mlazzeretto@ci.pomona.ca.us
lnterwest Consulting Group provided building inspection services on the FairPiex Conference Center, the City's first
LEED Silver engineered project. The FairPiex Conference Center is an 85,000 square foot , state-of-the-art building
featuring the latest in construction styles and technology features with an eco-friendly balance.
Understanding the importance of this project we dedicated seasoned inspectors who collaboratively worked with a
half dozen deputy inspectors and maintained a weekly inspection schedule, plus weekend inspections, as needed to
keep the project on schedule. The project presented some unique challenges due to the incorporation of the new
construction with an existing Depression-era historical building. This required that all adjoining parts of the Exhibit
Hall , including electrical and plumbing, conform to rigorous Fire Rating Standards.
UC Merced -2020 Campus Expansion Project
University of California, Merced, CA
Client Contact: Gini Krippner, Campus Building Official I Fire Marshal
Telephone: 209 .228.4473 Em ail: gkrippner@ucmerced.edu
In January 2016, lnterwest was selected to provide Plan Review and
Inspection services for the University's $1 .3 Billion 2020 Campus
Expansion Project. This project is spread over 790,000 square feet
distributed over 12 separate buildings and will provide significant
amounts of new teaching and research facilities, housing, athletics
and support space for UC Merced. The ultimate result will be a vibrant, collaborative and sustainable campus that
can accommodate 10,000 students.
Project highlights will include:
../ Adopt an aggressive construction schedule that results in substantial completion by 2020 with approximately
790, 000 assignable square feet
../ Provide mixed-use facilities that allow for interdisciplinary scholarly activities and result in a unique,
dynamic, and inspiring environment for students, faculty , and staff
../ 1,700 beds of Student Housing
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../ LEED Gold minimum -"Triple Net Zero" goal (zero net energy usage, zero landfill waste and zero net
greenhouse gas emissions by 2020). The campus has been recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council
as one of the greenest in the nation .
../ Recreation, dining and student life amenities including an NCAA-II class competition pool and competition
field
As of July 2016, the project reached a new milestone and selected Plenary Properties Merced to direct this project.
The new construction will nearly double the physical capacity over the next four years with an anticipated completion
date of fall 2020 .
Newport Beach C i vic Center Project
City of Newport Beach, CA
Clie nt Contact: Stephen Badum, Former Assistant City Manager
Telephone: (949) 524-5198 Em ail: sbadum@andpen.com
lnterwest Consulting Group provided plan review services for the
structural, fire & life safety , electrical, plumbing , mechanical, and fire
portions of the project. lnterwest also provided complete onsite
inspection services.
This $130 million project consisted of: a 103,000 square foot, two story City Hall Office Building, a 25,850 square
foot, one story City Hall Assembly Building, a 67,370 square foot , two story addition to an existing Library, and a
155,000 square foot, three story Parking Structure. Also included in the project is a 16 acre park containing
numerous retaining walls, pedestrian bridges and a pedestrian bridge connecting two portions of the park. The City
Hall Office Building is characterized by waved roofs to simulate ocean waves. The Council Chambers Building is
characterized by a cloth sail to simulate a ships sail.
The City Hall Office Building, City Hall Assembly Building , the Council Chambers Building and the Library Expansion
are constructed of structural steel supporting steel decking with concrete fill at the second floor levels and steel
decking at the roof level . The lateral force resisting system for the City Hall Office Building and the City Hall
Assembly Building incorporate buckling restrained braced frames to resist lateral seismic loads. The Parking
Structure is constructed of poured-in-place concrete columns supported post-tensioned concrete floor slabs. The
lateral force resisting system for the Parking Structure consists of concrete shear walls.
California Offices of the Courts -Courthouse Projects
Judicial Council of California, CA
Client Contact: Paul R. Menard, AlA , Quality Manager
Addre ss: 2860 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 400 , Sacramento, CA 95833-3509
lnterwest Consulting Group has experience providing plan review and inspection services to the California Offices of
the Courts. Many of the projects plan reviewed utilize an electronic plan review process. Our staff has provided an
accessibility review for the Amador County Court House . This review consisted of visiting the site to determine that
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the renovation that was under construction, complied with the accessibility provisions of the 2001 California Building
Code. We provide a written document identifying all deficiencies. lnterwest's plans examiners then worked closely
with the project designers to resolve all issues that were not in compliance with the code. In addition, we have
provided plan review to many courthouses including the new Santa Clara courthouse, Stockton courthouse,
Woodland courthouse, Chico courthouse, Porterville courthouse, Redding courthouse, Madera courthouse, and San
Diego courthouse.
Santa Clara County Justice Center
This project is an eight-story with basement courthouse
structure with Groups A-2, A-3, 1-3, S-1 and S-2 occupancy
classifications and Type lA fully sprinklered construction. The
total area of the courthouse building is 233,695 square feet.
The courthouse building consists of a structural steel frame with
exterior curtain wall. The courthouse building contains court
rooms, jury chambers, judicial chambers, administrative office spaces, sallyports for security and other associated
facilities. The estimated construction cost for this project is $600,000,000.
Madera Courthouse & Parking Structure
This project for the California Administrative Office of the Courts
is a four-story, 115,800SF courthouse structure with a
basement and 350 car, reinforced concrete parking structure.
The courthouse building and parking structure utilize a cast in
place reinforced concrete framing system. The foundations for
both buildings consist of mat foundations. The lateral force
resisting system for both structures is comprised of concrete shear walls. The courthouse building contains court
rooms, jury chambers, judicial chambers, administrative office spaces, sallyports for security and other associated
facilities. The exterior curtain wall for the courthouse building will consist of light gauge steel stud framing supporting
masonry veneer and metal siding . The estimated construction cost for this project is $85,000,000.
Baker Ranch
City of Lake Forest, CA
Clie nt Contact: Gayle Ackerman, Director of Development Services
Telephone: 949.461.3460 Em ail: gackerman@lakeforestca.gov
Baker Ranch is currently the City's largest scale residential
development, including approximately 2,379 single-and multi-family
homes with varying floor plans. The development offers several
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amenities including private recreational centers complete with swimming pools and neighborhood parks with a
baseball field and a full basketball court. It also contains 10 community parks totaling 33 .44 acres .
Since the project's conception in 2012, our staff has been involved in engineering and building plan review, permit
processing, and inspection. The commencement of construction on this large-scale development caused a significant
increase in demand for inspections. Anticipating this, our team collaborated with EnerGov staff to create
elakeForest, a portal that allows contractors to schedule their inspections online . lnterwest also brought on an
additional inspector to help the City address the workload. This addition is exemplary of lnterwest's commitment to
adjusting service levels to maintain adequate staffing on a case by case basis .
Western University Campus
City of Pomona, CA
Client Contact: Mark Lazzaretto, Director of Planning, Housing, & Building
Telephone: 909.620.2090 Em ail: mlazzeretto@ci.pomona.ca.us
lnterwest staff has provided plan review and inspection services on the Western
University Campus since 2010. As part of a growing campus lnterwest provided plan
review and inspection for many tenant improvements (TI) which included the 2nd Floor
Administration Offices & Testing, Patient Care Center, Health Building, Student Housing
Building and a 300,000 square-foot residential, assembly, and offices.
Western University's $10 million, 133,000 square foot mixed-use project for student
housing and administration offices began construction in the spring of 2013. The
university set an aggressive completion date for the contractor to be finished and
occupied for the 2014 fall semester.
The contractor met with lnterwest staff to discuss their dilemma and concerns that such an aggressive time schedule
placed by the university in all probability could not be met. The main contributing factor the schedule possibly not be
met was due to an extremely congested area where the building was proposed to be built. Logistics in moving
material and construction crews was going to be critical. Over the course of about a month of meetings with the
general contractor, lnterwest began the process of developing an inspection schedule that would help the contractor
achieve completion of the project within the deadlines of the owner without compromising fire and life safety of the
students that will ultimately reside in the building. The project was completed in July 2014, thirty days ahead of
schedule and in time for occupancy of the building for the fall semester.
lnterwest's experience within the fields of Construction Management, Engineering and Building & Safety has been
the road to successfully partnering with the construction community to deliver quality projects that are completed on
time, deliver quality construction to the owner, a safe environment for the end user and, in this case, approximately
450 students and school administrators.
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Public Works
Sheldon Road I State Route 99 Interchange Reconstruction Project
City of Elk Grove, CA
Clie nt Contact: Richard Shepard, Public Works Director
Telephone: 916.683.7111
The Sheldon Road I State Route 99 Interchange Reconstruction Project consisted of
replacing the existing two-lane interchange with a six-lane facility, widening &
realigning the on and off-ramps, realigning East and West Stockton Boulevards, &
widening Sheldon Road to six lanes with a landscaped median, curb, gutter,
sidewalks, streetlights, & roadside landscaping. The new interchange
accommodates thousands of motorists traveling on State Route 99 daily. A park-
and-ride-lot was also a component of this project. lnterwest provided engineering,
CIP management, real estate and grant writing services to facilitate this $79,000,000
project's smooth & successful completion.
This project involved several complex acquisitions and numerous relocations
involving both residential & commercial properties. lnterwest's real estate staff
served as agency staff to the City of Elk Grove on this project a& played a key role
in managing the right-of-way acquisition process. Our team worked hand-in-hand
with the City of Sacramento to successfully negotiate property rights outside
jurisdiction of the City of Elk Grove. lnterwest also provided oversight of design
consultants, traffic engineering, project management, & federal funding assistance.
lnterwest secured and facilitated over $19 million of grants on this project. This project also had multiple federal,
state, and local funding sources. It had three federal earmarks, Measure A bond financing, RSTP, TCRP, and
development impact fee funding. This required extensive federal/state funds tracking, Cooperative Agreement with
the State, Caltrans Encroachment Permitting, and related Maintenance Agreements .
Safe Routes to School Sidewalks Improvement Projects
City of Wildomar, CA
Clie nt Contact: Frank Oviedo, Former City Manager
Telephone: 661. 255.-4901 Em ail: oviedo@santa-clarita.com
lnterwest was responsible for the design and management of three
separate sidewalk and roadway improvement projects for the City of
Wildomar. Improvements included new sidewalks, ADA accessible ramps,
curb and gutter, and roadway widening along selected routes to each
school. The projects were funded by State Safe Routes to School Grants
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and local bicycle and pedestrian safety grants (TDA). The funding for these projects were competitive grants
lnterwest prepared, submitted and the City was successfully awarded.
Americans w i th Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan
City of Bell, California
Client Contact: Allan Perdomo, Acting Community SeNices Director
Telephone: 323.773.1596 Email: aperdomo@cityofbell.org
lnterwest implemented a self-evaluation
of the City's program and developed a
transition plan that complied with the
regulations under 28 CFR Part 35.150(d)
that set forth the steps necessary to
ensure compliance with the ADA & its
implementing regulations. The project
included the assessment and identification of barriers to programs & services & the compilation of a Transition Plan
for City's public rights-of-way (streets, intersections, ramps & sidewalks, etc.), & program services. Barriers were
mapped into GIS to allow staff to monitor, plan & track future improvements to meet ADA requirements.
Washington Place & Sawtelle Bou l evard Resurfacing Project
City of Culver City, CA
Clie nt Contact: Lee Torres, Associate Engineer & Project Manager
Telephone: 310.253.5623 Em ail: leonardo.torresjr@culvercity.org
This project consisted of the removal of 2" of existing Asphalt
Concrete Pavement and an overlay with 2" of new Rubberized
Asphalt along Washington Place between Frances Avenue and
Rosabel! Street, and along Sawtelle Boulevard between Braddock
Drive and Culver Boulevard. It also included the reconstruction of
existing non-conforming curb ramps to meet current Federal
accessibility requirements, the installation of new traffic loops with
bicycle detection, and restriping along Washington Place between
Grand View Boulevard and Zanja Street to accommodate new bike lanes.
Our Construction Manager and Inspector understood that the project site's high-traffic location would require special
attention to traffic control, public safety, and effective communication with businesses and motorists. With our
employees' experience and knowledge of completing multiple handicap ramp and street scape projects, we assisted
the City and contractor in designing the traffic control phasing plan and its implementation for the street
improvements. The Construction Manager closely monitored the project schedule and budget to ensure timely and
cost-effective results. Our inspector checked for proper PCC concrete pavement, proper removals and replacement
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of PCC as well as street dig outs. Our knowledge of ADA slope and cross fall requirements in handicap ramp
construction ensured that all work products were in strict compliance .
As the project progressed, our inspectors collaborated with the contractor and remained available to perform special
hours and night work as necessary. Our construction inspector identified issues that the planned striping on
Washington Place would present to merging traffic. His catch led the team to review and modify their approach so
that the resultant striping was safe and motorist-friendly.
Since the project was federally funded, our construction inspector also provided and conducted the required labor
compliance interviews and reviewed the certified payroll by comparison to the federal wage rates. Because we are
very familiar with Federal guidelines, we required that material certifications, such as re-bar reinforcement Mill certs,
were provided prior to the start of the project. Furthermore, we made certain that all project documentation was
provided for reimbursement of funds.
StreetSaver Project
City of Wildomar, CA
Clie nt Contact: Gary Nordquist, City Manager
Telephone: 951.677.7751 Em ail: gnordquist@cityofwildomar.org
StreetSaver is a pavement management software application with tools for budgeting and coordinating maintenance
efforts. Street Saver can project condition ratings and degradation over time, so agencies can make plans over the
next 5 years regarding which roads need maintenance. It has tools for budgeting the repairs, tracking the type of
road rehabilitation that is needed and allows the agencies to coordinate repairs geographically to save time servicing
one geographic region at a time.
For the City of Wildomar, we started with the county's roads file, uploaded it to Street Saver and started from scratch.
lnterwest's team added the streets to the database, field crews of city maintenance staff went into the field with maps
to check the conditions of the streets and report their conditions back to the GIS team who then updated the Street
Saver database. lnterwest's GIS team worked with DevMecca, the creators of Street Saver, in a beta program to
provide feedback on ways to improve the product. Several of the suggestions provided by the GIS team were added
to the application to benefit all users.
After the entire city's network of streets was added to the Street Saver database, the GIS team exported the data to a
shapefile to facilitate map creation. After entry of field data by engineers into StreetSaver, GIS segments are
matched to the StreetSaver database . Once this step is complete, the project manager can run reports to determine
the planned rehab based on pavement condition values. The GIS team extracted the shapefile to bring it into Esri's
ArcMap and created various maps showing the pavement condition of all of the streets and which streets would be
upgraded in each fiscal year for the next 5 years.
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EXPERTISE
Program and Project Management
EDUCATION
Masters in Public Administration, 1986
Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering, 1970
California State University, long Beach
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
League of California Cities
Public Works Institute, President I 1998
Board of Directors, Member I 2001-2003
James Martin Award Winner for Excellence
& Service to the League & Public Works
Profession I 2006
American Public Works Association
california Chapter
Top leader of the Year Award I 2004
Nominated, National Top 10
Director of the Year I 2008
Santa Ana North Rotary Club
President I 2000
James G. Ross
Principal-in-Charge
James has supported municipalities and public agencies at an executive
management level for the past thirty-four years, specializing in Public Works and
Water Departments. James' experience includes successfully managing staffs of
over 400 people and Capital Improvement Program budgets of approximately $200
million dollars . He has served on the Board of Directors and has been President of
the Public Works Institute for the league of California Cities. James is also the
recipient of the James Martin Award for Excellence and Service to the league and
Public Works Profession. James was chosen Top leader of the Year in 2004 and
Nominated for the National Top 10 Director of the Year in 2008, both for the
American Public Works Association, California Chapter.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Special Advisor
2011-2015 I Management Partners
Conducted organizational assessments and provided interim support for local
Governments, specializing in Public Works and Water Departments. Some
representative projects included the cities of Fountain Valley Public Works
Department review and support, San Carlos Public Works/Community Development
Efficiency Study, Orange Alternative Service Deliveries Study, Glendora Water
Division Efficiency Study, San Juan Capistrano interim Public Works Department
support, Newport Beach Municipal Operations Department Organizational
Assessment, Benicia Public Works Organizational Assessment, long Beach
Organizational Assessment, and the Napa City/County Service Sharing Study.
Interim Executive Program Manager
2009-2011 I Imperial Irrigation District
Imperial Irrigation District (liD) is one of the largest Irrigation Districts in North
America with a 3.1 million acre foot entitlement to Colorado River Water. He
managed 445 staff of the Water Department which were responsible for a 3000-
mile system of irrigation and drainage canals. James was retained under an original
6 month contract by the General Manager to conduct an organizational assessment
and make recommended changes to improve customer service and operational
efficiencies . Involved in implementation of the "Quantification Settlement
Agreement" which makes it possible to transfer conserved water from Imperial's
farming Community to urban water users in Southern California. Contract renewed
twice by the GM before James elected not to renew again.
Executive Director of Public Works
1988-2009 I City of Santa Ana
The department had over 200 staff members. Responsibilities included
construction and maintenance of City's street, water and sewer systems. In addition
to the Water Enterprise, James also created enterprise funds for Refuse, Sanitation
and Sewers . Annual budget including Capital Improvement Program was
approximately $200 million. Major facility projects included a $100 million Police
Detention and Administration Building, the City Hall Ross Annex, a new Corporation
Yard, the remodel of the Main library and numerous Community Park Facilities.
Major Street projects included the $100 million widening of the Bristol Corridor and
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an innovative $100 million 5-year program to repair and rebuild the City's
residential street system . He also led the development of a City Transit Plan which
envisions a Street Car from the transit terminal thru the downtown to a connection
with the regional express bus system.
Principal Projects Manager
1981-1988 I City of Irvine
Supervised the City's Project Management Team of 7 staff. They were responsible
for administrating the design and construction of the City's Capital Improvement
Program. At the time, Irvine was one of the fastest growing cities in California .
Most of the new streets, parks and community facilities were funded by assessment
districts which James and the Management team administered.
Associate Engineer
1978 -1981 I City of Costa Mesa
Managed the 5 member Development Section in the Public Works Department.
Reviewed and conditioned developments, processed track maps and parcel maps,
represented Department at Planning Commission Meetings .
Assistant Engineer
1971-1978 I Port of Los Angeles
Designed and prepared specifications for major backland projects including all
infrastructures to accommodate new container terminals.
Assistant Engineer
1970 -1971 I City of Los Angeles
Designed street maintenance projects
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EDUCATION
BS , Civil Engineering
CA State University long Beach
long Beach , CA
Santa Ana Advanced leadership
Development Pro g ram
Santa Ana Public Bu siness Management
Program
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Civil Engineer, CA 125161
Registered Traffic Engineer, CA 1485
AWARDS
President, Public Works Association
California Chapter, 2010
Government leader of the Year
American Society of Civil Engineers 2002
Top Public Works leader of the Year
Public Sector
APWA2000
Member-Technical Steering Committee
OCTA 2010-2011
G e orge Alvarez, PE, TE
Project Manager
George has over 35 years of successful planning, implementing, and administering public
works projects and programs. He brings a solid history of successful management with
over 29 years as a Public Works City Engineer. Recognized as a dedicated professional with
exemplary work ethic, he focuses on continuous process improvements while maintaining
the ability to effectively navigate through politically sensitive environments . George has
managed capital projects over $100M. He has experience in budget preparation and
maintenance, negotiations, organization development, grant funding, and project
management. He is committed to serving the needs of the client through strong
leadership and a collaborative approach.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
City Engineer
2012-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Provides project management for the construction of the municipal public works projects .
Oversees assigned projects to ensure contractor compliance with time and budget
parameters for the project. Prepares operational guidelines for subordinate divisions and
monitors response . Develops, reviews and updates, the sanitary sewer, water, storm
drainage, and street system maps, data base, and comprehensive plans . Responds to
public or other inquiries relative to engineering policies and procedures on specific
projects and other information. Evaluates issues and options regarding municipal public
works and makes recommendations. Serves as a member of the department head's
management team and communicates key organizational issues to staff.
City Engineer Public Works
1984-2012 City of Santa Ana, CA
Responsible for Engineering Division of Public Works department encompassing design,
traffic, construction and development services . Lead team of 50 in designing and
constructing over $100M in annual capital improvement projects . Negotiated consultant
agreements, resolved conflicts with private developers and contractors, and partnered
with local and regional agencies to improve transportation facilities. Secured grant funding
for capital improvements. Investigated and responded to Council and citizen inquiries.
Delivered presentations to City Council, Planning, Environmental and Transportation
Advisory Committees . Facilitated project management and public speaking training for
staff in all four Public Works' divisions.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Completed Santa Ana's single largest public investment in history for $100M in
residential street repairs. Partnered with bond counsel and financial consultants to
finance $60M in bonds for project funding .
Managed construction of $200M+ of major facility projects through use of traditional
design-bid-build, design-build , and program manager at-risk approaches to project
management . Projects included $23M Public Works Corporate Yard, $110M Police
Administration and Detention Facility, new City Hall annex, and park, fire station, and
library improvements.
-Coordinated traffic, land use, and infrastructure improvements for 10M Sq .Ft. in total
development projects.
Lead team of consultants in conducting conceptual engineering, alternative analysis and
preparation of environmental document for a fixed guideway estimated to cost $150M.
Created and chaired statewide task force to develop model ordinance for trench cut
fees, which was approved by league of CA Cities, and enabled full cost recovery.
-Spearheaded Mayor's Task Force on Traffic and Transportation that created report of
transportation vision for arterial/residential streets, freeway/transit, and growth
management.
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Funded $2M in annual maintenance and management costs for City's Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Program by creating Federal Clean Water Enterprise.
Maximized efficiencies through new technology implementations including state-of-
the-art traffic operations center to manage 280 traffic signals and advanced computer-
aided-design.
Reduced contingency costs to less than 4% on construction projects by improving
construction plans and holding post-construction meetings after each project to identify
areas for future continuous improvements.
City Traffic Engineer
1985-1988 City of Santa Ana, CA
Managed Transportation Department which consisted of 24 employees. Reviewed and
coordinated private development with other City agencies . Served as Secretary on City's
Transportation Advisory Committee.
SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Facilitated street and traffic signal improvements by leading preparation of plans,
specifications, and cost estimation, as well as securing grant to fund capital
improvements.
Identified and recommended viable traffic safety improvements after close review of
City Council and citizen requests.
Transportation Development Engineer
1984-1984 City of Santa Ana, CA
Secured federal, state, and local grants for transportation projects; prepared conditions
for private development approval; managed traffic study preparation; and worked with
neighborhood associates to manage traffic. He led a team of eight employees and
prepared a Capital Improvement Program.
Project Engineer
1981-1984 Willdan Associates
Developed project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans and conferred with
management. Responsible for identifying project phases and elements, and assigning
personnel as well as reviewing bids from contractors. Determined project specifications by
studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; completed
technical studies; prepared cost estimates. Determined and maintained project schedule.
Confirmed product performance by designing and conducting tests. Controlled project
plan and costs. Prepared projects status reports.
Associate Engineer
1974-1981 City of San Juan Capistrano, CA
Performed professional and technical engineering work in design, land development, and
capital improvements. Designed and prepared plans for public works projects. Answered
inquiries from realtors, developers, engineers, and the general public. Developed revised
design and construction standards for public works structures and appurtenances. Served
as construction inspector to ensure compliance on city projects, subdivisions and
encroachments. Investigated field problems affecting property owners, contractors and
maintenance operations and resolved or referred problems as appropriate. Administered
contracts, coordinated and reviewed the work of outside consultants, and made
recommendations.
Senior Engineer Assistant
1971-1974 LA County, Los Angeles, CA
Determined engineering requirements. Resolved engineering problems . Verified
engineering applications. Maintained project team accomplishments by communicating
essential information. Met cost standards by preparing cost-benefit analyses.
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EDUCATION
Master of Science
Civil/Structural Engineering
University of Illinois
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Civil Engineer, CA 147213
ICC Certified Plans Examiner
Chandra Desai, PE
Building Plan Review • Structural
Chandra has over 30 years of experience in structural engineering, which includes design
of structures for residential, commercial and industrial facilities. He has designed steel and
concrete structures for nuclear, petro-chemical and gas plants. His experience also
includes more than 15 years of plan checking for the County of Riverside for engineering
and non-structural plans for all types of buildings.
Chandra has a calm, diplomatic management style where he concentrates on the
complicated task at hand resolving issues and solving problems quickly and easy to the
satisfaction of all parties involved.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Plan Check Engineer
2014 -Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Chandra serves a variety of clients on a contract basis providing comprehensive plan
review services. His recent projects include several industrial tilt-up buildings in Mira
Lorna, track homes for various developers, and the Racetracks in Palm Springs.
Plan Check Engineer
1999-2014 County of Riverside
Responsibilities included plan review for residential, industrial, commercial and
miscellaneous structures for both engineering and non-engineering issues. Worked with
outside engineers, architects and other consultants to coordinate and resolve plan review
related issues to expedite permit processing and field problem resolution. Helped junior
engineers, inspectors and front counter staff to resolve any code related issues.
Principal Engineer
1980-1983
1987-1999
Parsons Corporation
Responsibilities included design of steel and concrete structures for petro-chemical plants,
gas plants and industrial facilities. Prepared and checked structural design calculations,
cost estimates and construction drawings. Extensive use of in-house computer programs
and other structural programs in preparing calculations and drawings. Supervised four to
six junior engineers and CAD operators in producing construction documents. Prepared
cost estimates and man-hour estimates for future and ongoing projects.
Senior Engineer
1983-1987 Sargent and Lundy
Work included design of steel and concrete structures for nuclear power plant buildings.
Prepared structural calculations for reinforced concrete and steel structures for reactor
building and auxiliary building per NRC requirements. Worked on Job site for two years to
resolve construction problems and coordinated field activities.
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EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering
California State Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer, California
No.45464
Professional Engineer, Nevada
No.18414
Professional Engineer, Idaho
No. 14808
Professional Engineer, Utah
No. 8314715-2202
ICC Certified Building Official
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Structural Engineers Association
of Southern California
Tom Campbe ll , PE, CBO
Building Plan Review
Tom has 34 years of experience in the industry and has participated at the highest level in
developing and disseminating the building codes with 15 years in management of ICBO's
Education Program. He led and directed work assignments relating to the development of
technical publications based on the UBC, IBC and IRC for use in classroom training of
architects, engineers, inspectors and code regulators.
In addition, Tom delivered classroom instructional material to code enforcement
personnel, architects, engineers and contractors, and was a staff liaison and ICBO
representative to one of five code development committees charged with developing the
2000 International Building Code.
His experience in the industry includes four years in the evaluation of new building
materials and methods of construction; six years in the design, detail and plan review
stages of industrial, commercial and residential structures; and over two years instruction
of fundamental building design to graduate and senior level college architectural students.
All this attests to the amassed wisdom and depth that Tom brings to any project.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Supervising Plan Review Engineer
2006-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
One of our longest standing Building and Safety professionals, Tom's main role is as
engineer and lead plans examiner, performing comprehensive plan review and client
relations services for Southern California.
Senior Staff Engineer
1985-1986 1 2004-2006 International Code Council Evaluation Service
Reviewed technical test reports and prepared evaluation reports on the provisions of the
ICC model codes. Developed test standards for products not in compliance with ICC codes.
Acquisition & Development Technical Engineer
2002-2004 International Code Council
Developed, reviewed and recruited authors for technical publications for ICC model
code compliance.
Education Programs Manager
1988-2002 International Conference of Building Officials
Supervised and directed support and technical staff of 15, established and maintained
department budget, and scheduled training programs throughout the US and
internationally.
Engineer
1980-1985 Fred Ashton & Associates
Performed structural design and details of industrial, commercial and residential
structures, coordinated structural design with architects, and supervised draftsman.
Lecturer
1980-1985 California State Polytechnic University
Developed curriculum for and instructed graduate and senior level architectural students
in various aspects of structural design .
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EDUCATION
BS in Electrical Engineering
Tehran Poly Technique/Amir Kabir
University, 1971
MS in Engineering Science &
Management,
Cal Poly Pomona, 1981
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Electrical Engineer, CA 111588
Registered Mechanical Engineer, CA I
27117
Registered Electrical Engineer, NV
Registered Electrical Engineer, AZ
Registered Electrical Engineer, CO
Hossein Afrouzeh, PE
Building Plan Review • Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing
Hossein is a licensed electrical and mechanical engineer with a rich background in the
industry, including 10 years of construction experience and 30 years of design and
construction management support experience. He is a well-rounded project leader with
strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to lead a design team of
Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing engineers to adhere to the client and code
requirements. He is familiar with the preparation of contract documents for mid-rise
multi-residential, commercial, industrial, and educational buildings, and he has been
responsible for the electrical system design for many projects from inception to
completion including construction administration and commissioning of medium voltage
power distribution systems, substations, lighting and power, fire alarm, and security
systems.
Hossein is organized and proactive, ensuring that projects are always moving forward. He
is able to multitask and manage several projects at varying levels of development, and has
the intuitive problem solving skills to identify project issues and bring them to resolution
quickly and effectively. Hossein has the interpersonal and communication skills to keep
the client and design community apprised of a project's status, and he is able to work in a
complex technical environment, understanding and interpreting the impact of changes.
His wealth of experience and breadth of expertise make his a true asset to any City.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Lead Senior Electrical Peer Review Engineer
2013-2015 FTRNV. International/ SBG Jeddah
In this position, Hossein was in charge of reviewing and commenting on documents and
specifications prepared by design consultants, as well as final construction documents and
shop drawings prepared by contractors. He provided technical comments for
implementation within the package before submitting them for construction. He was
additionally responsible for the review and verification of electrical loads of manufacturer
material submittals for HVAC and plumbing systems; review of medium and low voltage
distribution systems single line diagrams for normal and emergency networks; review and
verification of medium voltage switching stations, substations, and transformer rooms for
physical layout and code compliance; review of project cable tray systems for low and
medium voltage distributions; review of overall lighting and power distribution systems;
prepared technical report for project surge protection device and lighting requirements to
implement; prepared method statement for construction procedures and sequence of
events for medium voltage switchgears and transformers for site construction crew to
follow; preparation of systems voltage drop, short circuit and coordination system with
Schneider Eco dial and ETAP software; review of overall system for constructability and
provided with required refinements; periodic construction site visits for genera; QAQC and
coordination.
Principal & Director of Operations
1987-2013 Procedure Engineers, Inc.
He was responsible for the preparation of proposals for MEP engineering fee per
architectural design development package and required scope of work; preparation of
contract and negotiation with client; attending kick-off meeting with client and project
team to refine scope of work and overall project time line; review required electrical
system design and set up procedure and general guide line for assigned engineer to
follow; review and plan check of prepared electrical drawings for code compliance, project
requirements and specification; quality control and quality assurance of all MEP drawings
or general conformity and coordination with all disciplines; attending progress meetings
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with client and other project team for coordination and scheduling; superv1s1ng of
preparation of final project construction documents and bid package and helping client
during bid; periodic site meeting for conformity of construction with contract documents;
preparation of in-house procedure and guide lines for QC and QA; general over view of
company personnel requirements including hiring and lay-offs; projects cost control and
monitoring based on man-hour used on a bi-weekly basis; project scheduling, project
management and day-to-day operation of team of engineers and designers; preparation
computer software for basic electrical calculations.
Electrical Department Manager
1984-1987 Malcolm Lewis Associates
In this position, he was responsible for providing man-hour estimates for electrical system
design for all potential projects; attending project start-up meeting; preparation of design
guide and general design development sketches for electrical designer to proceed with
design; day to day supervising of electrical design team and coordinating design progress
with other disciplines; attending client progress meeting and coordination with other
design team; plan check electrical design package for code conformity and against other
disciplines drawings for electrical requirements; prepare and update department design
guide lines and procedures; review design drawings and construction documents for
construction codes compliance and governmental regulations; project scheduling and
project management .
Electrical Engineer & Department Deputy
1981-1987 Elliot Group
For this architectural and engineering company, Hossein was in charge of the preparation
of preliminary, conceptual, design development and working drawings for mostly
commercial and industrial buildings. He also reviewed and commented on electrical
designer's drawings for code conformity and scope of work. He was the electrical project
manager for governmental projects and performed site investigation for existing electrical
system for new renovations . He met with clients to discuss project progress in different
design stages for their review comments and preparation of required answers. He also
assisted the Department Manager with day to day issues and providing with required
solutions, and trained electrical designers with new code requirements and electrical
calculations.
Technical Director & Construction Site Liaison
1973-1979 Modern Osloob
While he was with this construction company, he was responsible for the review of MEP
construction documents for major equipment for project construction cost estimates; the
preparation of bid submittal for presenting to board of directors for approval and submit
to government agencies; attending Bid opening meetings and processes; attending to
contract award ceremony for getting to know all construction team players and client
representative; the preparation of equipment and material submittals and submit to
consultant for approval; ordering approved equipment with opening letter of credit with
manufacturers which were mostly Europe and USA; the approval of requested purchase
order from construction site per drawings and spec and material tracking; attending
weekly construction progress meeting with all team players and client; construction site
visit and verification of work in progress per design drawings and spec; preparation of
monthly pay request per work done and review with client representative for approval;
the preparation of required RFI's and process through proper channels and follow up for
final direction; the preparation of punch list for closing of the project and check for
required corrections; finalizing of the project and hand over to user groups of client.
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EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering
California Polytechnic University
Pomona, CA
University California Irvine
Management of Hazardous
Materials Certificate
AA, Architectural Drafting
los Angeles Trade Tech
California State University long Beach
Long Beach, CA
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
Continuing Education in Building Codes,
Structural Engineering &
Performing Codes
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer, California
C31619
Professional Engineer, Nevada
019497
ICBO/ICC Certified Building Official
Certified California Access Specialist,
CASp -00-258
ICBO/ICC Plans Examiner
AWARDS
City Manager's Award for Outstanding
Engineering Contribution
City of Irvine, 1991
Certificate of Accomplishment, City of
Irvine Chief Building Official for
Outstanding Accomplishment
City of Irvine, 1994
Tony Dormanesh, CASp, PE, CBO
Building Plan Review • CASp
Tony brings decades of southern California knowledge and experience to the jurisdictions
we serve. Tony spent 31 years in the City of Irvine with 20 years in the Department of
Public Works and the Department of Community Development as a Senior Engineer.
During this time, he also served as the Acting Building Official for the City of Morgan Hill.
Tony has 16 years experience as a Principal Engineer Certified Inspector and has worked as
a Code Consultant. He is licensed in the States of California and Nevada and is an ICC
Certified Building Official and Plans Examiner.
Tony's background and familiarity with the design process keeps his plan review skills
sharp and insightful. His positive and personable attitude and willingness to help make
him a valuable addition to any project team.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Supervising Plan Review Engineer I Project Manager I Building Official
2008-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Building Official, Plan Review Engineer and performs management oversight and
comprehensive plan review for various jurisdictions, including Irvine and lake Forest.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE
16 years experience as a Principle Engineer Certified Inspection and Code Consultant.
Acting Chief Building Official for the City of Morgan Hill
20 years as a Senior Engineer for the City of Irvine Public Works and Community
Development Departments; responsible for a large percentage of Irvine high-rise
project management from inception to completion.
3 years experience Public Works construction surveyor experience for the City of
Garden Grove; Multiple road widening projects including
4 years structural design experience Bristol Industry.
Private structural design 39 years.
SAMPLE PROJECTS
Edward's Theaters Complexes: at the Cities of Paramount, Irvine and Norwalk.
Irvine Spectrum Entertainment Center: 900,000 square feet, 47 acres grading and
building plan check.
Koll Center Irvine: 6-story, high-rise building, with over 1,500,000 square feet and
post-tensioned parking structures.
Jamboree Center Irvine: 2,000,000 square feet high-rise building; provided grading
and building plan check.
UCI Center: 500,000 square feet of retail, office and entertainment space.
Developed computerized plan check project for the City of Irvine.
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EDUCATION
Aviation Electrician's Mate,
U.S. Navy, 1975-1977
GED, Southport High School,
Southport, IN, 1975
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified Commercial Electrical
Inspector
ICC Certified Electrical Plans Examiner
ICC Certified Building Plans Examiner
AFFILIATIONS
Board Member, Plumbing and
Solar/Alternative Energies Advisory
Board, College of the Canyons,
Santa Clarita, CA
Wayne Webb
Building Plan Review -Electrical
Wayne has over 25 years of industry experience relating to electrical, mechanical and
plumbing systems. He is familiar with all MEP requirements and the complexities of code
compliance including Title 24 codes. He has worked with and within municipalities, filling
both the City employee and consultant role, and has cultivated a productive approach that
balances a commitment to compliance with all City requirements and a partnership with
the design community.
Having started as an inspector, Wayne brings field experience and hands-on expertise to
his plan reviews. He has a solid work ethic and prides himself on providing excellent
customer service, working closely with the client and the general public to ensure a
thorough plan check that satisfies all parties.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Plans Examiner
2008-2015 City of Santa Clarita
Wayne performed municipal building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and energy plan
reviews for compliance with Title 24 Codes. His responsibilities included the review of all
commercial projects for new building, tenant improvements, additions, remodels, etc. for
compliance. Projects ranged from small kiosks at the local mall to a multi-million dollar
firm restoration and storage facility. In this position, Wayne gained experience in
reviewing projects for OSHPD-3 compliance with MEP requirements. He also assisted in
local code adoptions and helped to establish plan check policies.
Plans Examiner
2007-2008 JAS Pacific
In this position, he was responsible for the review of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
plans for commercial tenant improvements and new commercial projects for compliance
with the 2001 California Title 24 Codes.
Plans Examiner/Building Inspector
2003-2007 Town of Prescott Valley, AZ
Wayne started with the Town as a Building Inspector. His duties included combination
inspections on all aspects of residential and commercial construction. After 6 months, he
was promoted to plans examiner. His responsibilities then included examination of
residential and commercial construction documents and plans for compliance with the
adopted Codes of the Town of Prescott Valley. Projects ranged from single family homes
to 200,000 square foot hospitals to 6,500 seat arenas.
Project Manager, Estimator, Field Superintendent
1999-2002 East-West Electric, Inc., FL
Wayne estimated, managed, and worked as a working Foreman on Electrical installations
for Commercial, Industrial, and Retail Projects including complete electrical systems, fire
alarm systems, and all related control systems with up to 18 electricians working under his
supervision. He worked on light engineering, basic enclosed conduit systems for fire alarm,
nurse call, duress, telco, and lighting control, using Notifier Fire Systems, Simplex Fire
Systems, and Tek-Tone Nurse Call Systems. Projects included Jett Blue Estates; a Custom
Celebrity Home in Ocala, FL; Tiffany Jewelry Store; Blue Martini Night Club; and many
more.
Assistant Golf Professional
1997-1999 Countryside Country Club, FL
Golf instruction, retail pro-shop duties, tournament play.
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Lead Journeyman Electrician
1996-1997 Canyon State Electric, FL
Wayne supervised and performed installations with up to 12 electricians working under
his direction. He installed energy management system components. Projects include
Home Depot, OfficeMax, PetCo, and Ross.
Lead Journeyman Electrician
1995-1996 Helix Electric, Inc.
Wayne supervised and performed installations of complete conduit systems for Nurse Call,
Duress, Fire Alarm, Telco, and electrical systems with up to 25 electricians working under
his supervision. He installed and terminated Dome lights and pull cords as well as intercom
systems, and supervised complete electrical and call systems for an Ambulatory Surgery
Center. Other projects include Sunset Galleria Mall (fiber optic lighting installation), and a
Levi-Strauss Distribution Center (control systems, conduit and wire with all terminations
and testing systems).
Owner/Operator
1989-1995 Webb Electric
Wayne operated a small electrical contracting company in Santa Fe, New Mexico,
performing high-end residential and light commercial installments.
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EDUCATION
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
IC Electricians A School
US Navy
4-Year Apprenticeship
IBEW
NE Code Changes
IAEI and ICC
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
State of California C-10
Electrical Contractor
No. 329557
ICC Electrical Inspector
Chuc k Bailey
Building Plan Review -Electrical
Chuck is a certified inspector and plans examiner with more than 30 years of practice in
the industry. His diverse experience allows him to bring a clear understanding and
considerable depth to any assignment, contributing to the success and safety of all
projects.
He is dedicated to maintaining his skills and knowledge of California business codes, laws
and regulations. He uses his training to consistently provide comprehensive reviews that
are completed in a timely manner and meet the required schedule of our clients.
Chuck makes a difference by developing solid partnerships with staff, developers, and the
public to achieve our client's goals. He maintains a productive environment by providing
excellent communication and thorough inspections and delivering a high level of customer
service in a professional manner at all times.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Building and Safety Plans Examiner
2012-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Provides plan review services for various jurisdictions. Reviews plans and specifications of
construction, alteration and repair of commercial, residential, and industrial
buildings/structures to ensure plans meet all applicable building, mechanical, plumbing,
fire, and electrical codes requirements.
Teacher
2007-2012 IBEW I NECA
Taught for Electrical Training Trust Orange County Chapter JATC and instructed on
Electrical Code and Photovoltaic Systems.
Electrical Inspector I Building and Safety Plans Examiner
2005 -2012 City of Irvine
Provided plan review and inspection of complex electrical installations, and photovoltaic
systems for compliance with specifications and the 2010 California Electrical Code
Explanation. Provided training and interpretation of the electrical regulations and code
provisions to contractors, property owners, and inspection staff. Maintained inspection
and plan review records and correspondence.
Electrical Specialist I Plans Examiner I Inspector
1987-2004 City of Rancho Cucamonga
Responsible for plan review and inspection of complex electrical installations for
compliance with specifications and the 2001 California Electrical Code Explanation.
Provided interpretation of the electrical regulations and code provisions to contractors,
property owners and inspection staff. Maintained inspection and plan review records and
correspondence. Provided plan review and inspections of all photovoltaic systems
installed within the City of Rancho Cucamonga.
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EDUCATION
Graduate of Supervisor Academy of
Riverside County
Graduate of Management Academy of
Riverside County
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Licensed General Contractor
ICBO Building Inspector
ICBO Mechanical Inspector
ICBO Plumbing Inspector
ICBO Plans Examiner
ICBO Residential Combination Inspector
ICC Commercial Building Inspector
ICC Commercial Mechanical Inspector
ICC Commercial Plumbing Inspector
ICC Commercial Plans Examiner
ICC Residential Combination Inspector
Barry Lewis
Building Plan Review -Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing
Barry has over 40 years of on-the-job construction trade experience. He has worked in
local government since 1998. He has successfully coordinated and scheduled a wide range
of residential, commercial, and multi-family projects including major seismic retrofits in
los Angeles and San Francisco.
He is a meticulous plans examiner. From 2004 to 2013 he reviewed all the commercial
building projects in non-incorporated Riverside County including a 100 million dollar
expansion to the Desert Hills Premium Outlet stores in Cabazon.
Barry is known for his resourcefulness in solving problems and maximizing results, his
ability to balance long range vision with attention to detail, and his efficiency in promoting
a positive and productive work environment.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Plan Reviewer I Building Inspector
2013-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Barry serves a variety of clients on a contract basis providing comprehensive plan review
and building inspections.
Plans Examiner I Building Inspector
1998-2013 County of Riverside
As a plans examiner he reviewed residential, multi-family, housing tracts, hotel,
commercial and industrial projects. He reviewed all the commercial building projects
checking plans and recommending changes regarding life safety items, Type V structural,
mechanical, electrical, and plumbing insisting on conformance to model codes and
regulations. He regularly consulted with architects, engineers, and other interested
personnel regarding structural, safety, and code requirements of building design.
As a field inspector he inspected work during progress to determine the use of authorized
materials and methods and ordered corrections if work was found to be in violation of
standards.
Owner
1977 -1998 lewis Construction
Selected, hired, trained, supervised and scheduled a staff of 15 employees in the pursuit
of building new homes, apartment buildings and condominiums. Managed projects from
start to finish, reviewed plans and developed schedules with architects, contractors and
sub-contractors.
Notable Projects:
Abbott laboratories
Bailey Winery
Big 0 Tires Distribution Center
Callaway Winery
Cougar Winery
Desert Hills Premium Outlets
Doffo Winery
Double Tree
Five Guys
Food For Less
In and Out
Kava Kerr
La Quinta Brewery
longshadow Ranch Winery
Lucent Technologies
Lumber liquidators
McDonalds
Miramonte Winery
Montessori School
Ponte Winery and Hotel
Robert Renzoni Vineyards & Winery
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards
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EDUCATION
Leadership Academy,
City of Corona
Corona, CA
2010
Development Certificate
2009
Construction Technology,
Riverside Community College
Riverside, CA
2008
Rockhurst University
Kansas City, MO
2004
Associated Technical College
1988
Organizational Leadership and
Conflict Resolution Management
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Certified Building Official
ICC Certified Building Inspector
ICC Certified Plumbing Inspector
ICC Certified Mechanical Inspector
Certified Electrical Inspector
California OES Certified
Cai/EMA Certified
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
IPMO Chapter Chairman
Edward Cooke, CBO
Building Inspection
Ed is a Certified Inspector and Building Official with a wealth of knowledge and 11 years of
progressive experience serving municipalities in the Southern California region. His
background includes experience in plan checking, staff training, and supervision. Ed has
also worked in the field as a construction superintendent, which provides him with a
working knowledge of construction practices as well as drawing interpretation.
He holds several industry certifications and is dedicated to maintaining his knowledge of
building codes and the construction industry by attending various training seminars and
workshops. He brings hands-on experience with a proven record of maintaining a high
standard of quality and productivity ensuring successful project completion.
Ed makes a solid contribution by developing firm partnerships with staff, developers, and
the public to achieve the goals of our clients. He maintains a productive environment by
conducting thorough inspections and delivering a high level of customer service in a
professional manner.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Senior Inspector
2010-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Performs inspections of residential and commercial projects of all sizes including plan
review as it pertains to each permit. Enforces all applicable state codes and city ordinances
for each discipline as directed by plans. Supervises schedules and workloads for inspection
and permit staff. Performs plan check for code compliance. Corresponds with the public
and city staff on issues or tasks needed to fulfill department duties. Provides continuing
education for staff, public, contractors, engineers, and architects as needed to provide
guidance within code parameters.
Building Inspector II
2002-2010 City of Corona
Handled inspections for all phases of residential and commercial projects. Performed plan
check, permit issuance, front counter and corresponding, customer service, planning and
public works assistance pertaining to building permits, and investigative processes for
code enforcement of municipal codes and practices. Trained staff and public on building
codes, updates, and general information for successful project completion.
Building Inspector I
2000-2002 SFA & Associates
Provided entry-level inspections under general supervision for residential and commercial
permits. Enforced all state and city codes for compliance with approved plans.
Superintendent of Custom Homes Division
1997-2000 Executive Plumbing, Heating & Air
Installed plumbing for new structures including homes, tilt up buildings, and new tract
model projects. Scope of work included project approval, plan drawings, product
purchase, installation, completion of product, and customer service as needed .
Coordinated with employees to complete projects as scope and contracts stipulated.
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EDUCATION
AA, Building Inspection Technology,
Coastline Community College,
Fountain Valley, CA, 1986
Certificate in Construction Technology,
Orange Coast College,
Costa Mesa, CA, 1976
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Access Specialist (CASp 11179)
ICC Certified Building Inspector
ICC Certified Mechanical Inspector UMC
ICC Certified Plumbing Inspector UPC
ICC Certified Residential Combination
Inspector
licensed General Contractor I 426240
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Instructor-Building Codes
North Orange County Community College
District. (Part-time) 1996-2002
David Marcum, CASP
Building Inspection 1 Certified Access Specialist
David is an inspection professional with nearly 30 years of relevant, municipal building
inspection experience. In addition to his years of practical expertise, he also possess
several ICC certifications, confirming his ability to inspect Mechanical, Plumbing and
Residential projects. More notably still, David is a Certified Access Specialist, CASp, making
him a uniquely qualified inspector to assist our clients with accessibility compliance.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Building Inspector
2015 -Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Performs complex building inspections for several of our Southern Californian clients,
including most recently the City of Compton's Brickyard project.
Supervising Building Inspector
2008-2015
Senior Building Inspector
1989-2008
City of Garden Grove
For 26 years, Dave served the City of Garden Grove, first as a Senior Building Inspector and
then as a Supervising Building Inspector role. During this time, he was increasingly
responsible for all commercial and residential combination building inspection and
performed advanced duties including residential tract inspection, multi-family high-density
projects including podium style construction. Dave performed commercial inspection on
projects including high-rise residential, theaters, restaurants, places of worship and tenant
improvements. He gained extensive experience in wood, steel, masonry, tilt-up, cast-in-
place and type VI one-hour, wood-frame construction practices.
Building Inspector
1986-1989 City of Tustin
Dave performed residential and commercial combination building inspection and gained
varied experience including restaurants, "clean-rooms", auto dealers, R/D facilities, light
industrial, multi and single-family dwellings.
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EDUCATION
Law Enforcement/Police Science,
Skagit College
Mt. Vernon, WA
1973
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
ICC Building Inspector
No. 0843305-B5
ICC Mechanical Inspector
No . 0843305-M5
AWARDS
Certificate/Appreciation plaque from
the mayor of the City of Burbank for
services rendered during the
Northridge earthquake .
Mike Neely
Code Enforcement
Mike possess over than 20 years of inspection experience with the vast amount of his
career spent serving the City of Palm Desert as a Building Inspector. With his immense
knowledge and natural leadership ability the City entrusted him with the responsibility of
training field inspectors.
Mike holds ICC certifications in both Building and Mechanical codes and has held
certifications in concrete inspection. He participates in ongoing CALBO and ICC training as
well as State of California disaster relief training currently holding a California Disaster
Service Relief Worker ID .
Mike's extensive background as a Building Inspector working directly for a public agency
provides him with the unde rstanding of the tasks needed to deliver quality work within
the required the timeframe and budget. He works seamlessly within all environments
with the utmost professionalism in all situations and is an asset on all projects.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Building Inspector
Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Performing non-structural and minor structural plan review for commercial and residential
construction as well as inspections services for client jurisdictions.
Superintendent
2006-2008 Ken Hudson Construction
Responsible in full for on-site construction management; effectively schedule, monitor and
inspect all work from start to finish. Maintain budgets, process invoices and control
overhead costs. Duties also include making daily written reports and coding all phases of
work for computer entry.
Building Inspector II
1986-2006 City of Palm Desert
Responsibilities included inspection of new and remodeled construction to insure
compliance of the California Building, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical Codes, and
applicable city ordinances. Duties also included the training of field inspectors,
investigations of fires and accidental drowning.
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Cerritos College, Norwalk CA
1985-1988
AA Degree, Administration of Justice
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
CACEO Basic, Intermediate, Advanced
and Supervisory Certificates
CACEO Certified Code Enforcement
Officer
FEMA/SEMS Emergency Management
Certificates
PC 832 Certificate
David Crowell
Code Enforcement
David has over a decade of municipal code enforcement inspection experience. He is
certified and thoroughly familiar with all relevant residential, commercial, and industrial
codes. David's direct knowledge and experience with public agencies allows him to
seamlessly blend with existing staff to promote the safety and customer service goals of
the City. This paired with his dedication to maintaining consistent communication and
staying organized under tight deadlines, makes him a valuable addition to any team.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Code Enforcement Officer
2015 -Present lnterwest Consulting Group
David inspects residential, commercial, and industrial properties for code violations and
takes required action to gain compliance.
Code Enforcement Inspector
2013-2015 County of Maui
David received and investigated complaints regarding the Maui County Code. He took
required action to gain compliance from violators and independently conducted
inspections of County highways, streets, drainage and sidewalks. He inspected problems
with trees, shrubs, or other obstructions on public right of ways, ADA compliance and
other issues that could obstruct safe travel for pedestrians or vehicles. He prepared
reports, maintain logs and prepare notices.
Code Enforcement Officer
2013 City of Lake Elsinore
In this position, David received and investigated violation complaints. He inspected
residential, commercial, and industrial properties for code violations and took required
action to gain compliance. He also conducted interviews, obtained evidence, and
prepared reports for the issuance of warning letters and citations.
Code Enforcement Officer
2004-2012 City of Costa Mesa
In addition to investigating violation complaints and taking required actions to gain
compliance, David worked closely with the planning and building departments to obtain
legalization of illegal structures/construction and/or removal of non-compliant
structures/construction.
Code Enforcement Officer
2004 City of La Mirada
David received and investigated violation complaints as well as inspected residential,
commercial, and industrial properties for code violations and take required actions to gain
compliance.
CSS Traffic Accident Investigator
2004-2007 City of Costa Mesa-Police Department
David responded to injury and non-injury traffic collisions; conducted preliminary and
follow up investigations; prepared reports and diagrams; issued citations for violations of
state and local vehicle codes; and testified in criminal and civil court proceedings.
Community Safety Specialist
2004-2007 City of Commerce
David patrolled for violations of state & local ordinances & responded to calls for service.
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EXPERTISE
Project Management I City Engineering
EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering California State
University Long Beach
MA, Public Administration California
State University Long Beach
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Civil Engineer 45710,
California State Board
Registered Environmental Assessor
5640, Cal-EPA
Certified Permitting Professional
011308 SCAQMD
Daniel Garcia, PE, REA, CPP
Engineering Plan Review
Mr. Garcia is a licensed civil engineer with extensive project management and city
engineering experience. He has served in senior and executive management public
works positions with the cities of Norwalk, El Segundo, Solvang, Culver City and
Novato. Daniel brings to each project experience and expertise in the areas of
Capitol Improvement Program management, Parks and Land Use, Water Resources
and Transportation Planning.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
City Engineer I City of Norwalk
Notable projects while serving as City Engineer include completing the design and
right of way phase of the $15 million Firestone Bridge project and implementing $6
million in 1-5 mitigation projects. He coordinated efforts with such agencies as the
Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), Caltrans, and Gateway Cities, U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers, Southern California Edison and the County of Los Angeles .
Public Works Director, City Engineer I City of Solvang
Responsibilities included the implementation of the Capital Improvement Program
and maintenance of streets, storm drains, private development, transit, sewer
collection, sewer treatment, water distribution, wastewater treatment, building
maintenance and solid waste. Coordinated city issues with regional agencies such
as the Santa Barbara County Association of Governments (SBCAG), the Public Works
Coordination Council, the Sanitation Agencies Management Association (SAMA) and
the Central Coast Water Agency (CCWA).
• Obtained approval from the State of California for a $10.2 million Revolving
Fund Grant for water treatment on Well Number 3 in the Santa Ynez River.
• Reviewed private development including grading, paving, storm drain and
sewer.
• Implemented the development of a new Skate Park
• Street Improvements, Water and Sewer Replacements (various locations)
• Obtained two new buses for Solvang Transit
• Wrote LOMR's (Letters of Map Revisions) for FEMA affected parcels
Assistant City Engineer I City of El Segundo
• Completed the construction of the Douglas Street Gap Closure Project ($39
million) Implemented $1 million seismic retrofit of the City's 3.1 MG Water
Reservoir.
• Completed construction and audits for the Douglas Street Gap Closure
• 3.1 Million Gallon Water Reservoir Seismic Retrofit
• Street Improvements, Waterline and Sewer Replacements (various locations)
• 118th Street Improvements -Included reconstruction of street and
coordination with BNSF Railway and Metro for the replacement of deteriorated
rail with concrete paneled rails.
Principal Civil Engineer I City of Novato
Mr. Garcia was responsible for the management of both private and Capital
Improvement Projects. He successfully obtained approvals through presentations to
City Council, Planning Commission and Design Review Committee and also
coordinated with the Planning, Building, and Parks and Recreation Departments
within the City. Externally, he coordinated with Marin County, the Army Corps, the
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Coastal Conservancy, special Districts and the public. He was also responsible for
FEMA Flood Districts and encroachment permits.
• Private Development Review-As the Principal Civil Engineer in charge of
Private Development, Mr. Garcia coordinated with Developers and their
Engineers through the City's Design Review, Planning and City Council
processes in accordance with the Subdivision Map Act, implementing
Conditions of Approval and other State and Federal requirements. This
included advocating for the City's interests in the design of these
developments.
Senior Civil Engineer I City of Culver City
As manager of the Capital Improvement Program and Sewer Collection System, his
role included the coordination of industrial waste, air quality management,
assessment districts and recycled water.
• Coordinated the Amalgamated Sewer Agreement with the City of Los Angeles.
This included making capital improvements to the telemetry system for meters
detecting the flow in and out of Culver City.
Managed the Sewer Assessment District-This included coordination with the
Los Angeles County Assessor regarding changes in customer water billings and
capital improvements.
• Analysis of the Braddock Sewer Pump Station Improvement which led to the
overhaul of the Culver City Sewer Master Plan.
• Instrumental in Sewer Replacements & Street Improvements (various locations)
ADDITIONAL PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Scottsdale Pond Reconstruction, City of Novato, CA
As the Program Manager for park projects, Mr. Garcia managed the California
Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program Grant ($200,000) with the
County of Marin. This project drained, re-graded and installed new park equipment
to this hydraulically significant pond.
Prefabricated Park Building Installations (various park locations), City of Novato
Provided design and installation of prefabricated park structures to match various
park needs.
Firestone Bridge over the San Gabriel River Project, City of Norwalk
Serving as Project Manager, he completed the design and right-of-way phases as
Project Manager.
Interstate 5 Widening Mitigation Projects (Completed Design and Construction),
Los Angeles
• Norwalk Boulevard/San Antonio Blvd. from Rosecrans Ave. to Florence Avenue.
• Rosecrans Avenue/Bloomfield Ave. from Carmenita Ave. to Imperial Highway.
• Pioneer Boulevard from Imperial Highway to Florence Avenue.
• Union Street/Paddison Street from Firestone Boulevard to San Antonio Blvd.
Metro Expo Line Construction Management, Los Angeles, CA
As Construction Manager representing Culver City, Mr. Garcia implemented Change
Orders and Requests for Information regarding unforeseen utility conflicts.
Sepulveda Boulevard Beautification Project (between Culver Boulevard and the
southerly Culver City city-line).
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EDUCATION
Masters of Science, Civil Engineering
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Civil Engineer:
CA, #42958
Training in Caltrans LAPM Program
Sudi Shoja, PE
Engineering Plan Review
Sudi is a team-oriented Public Works leader with years of valuable municipal experience.
She demonstrates administrative leadership in multiple divisions of Public Works
departments and exhibits strong skills in collaboration and client service. Sudi has high
energy, is result oriented and highly motivated and has a proven track record of providing
Construction Management on many award-winning municipal projects. Throughout her
career she has represented municipalities and led the relationships and negotiations
resulting in County-wide collaborations with numerous regional and local organizations
and planning agencies such as: Transit District, Caltrans, Association of Governments,
School Districts, Water and Sanitation Districts, and joint-power authorities. In addition,
Sudi has a history of securing and implementing all types of Federal and state funding
sources.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
City Engineer/Deputy PW Director
Cities of Laguna Woods, Villa Park, & Lake Forest
Worked as interim to fulfill the positions as needed, responsible for managing CIP, OCTA &
Caltrans funded projects, contract management, staff reports, grants, inspection, and
other related work.
City Engineer/Assistant Director of Engineering
City of Vista
Responsible for the budgeting, scheduling and implementation of the annual $60 million
Vista CIP program with a staff of 25 on various kind of street, parks and facility
improvement projects. Responsible for supervision of design and construction inspection
teams, Part of the leadership management team overseeing $110 million of sewer system
improvements including rate increase efforts, design and maintenance. Represented the
City and led the relationships and negotiations resulting in County wide collaborations
with numerous regional and local organization and planning agencies such as; Caltrans,
San Diego Association of Government, North County Transit District, and Vista Unified
School District, Vista Irrigation District, Encina Wastewater Authority. Identified and
successfully secured multiple annual grants to fund sewer CIP projects that resulted in
conversion of staff charges from general funds to enterprise funds. Performed initiation
and implementation of several key programs for the City such as a city-wide GIS Division
and pavement management program. Responsibilities included management of all
professional agreements for the department and staff supervision. Additional services
provided were daily management of traffic engineering, storm water regulation and
construction management/inspection divisions for CIP program and commercial and
residential development.
Construction Manager
City of Huntington Beach
Manager of the City's Construction Management Section that included supervision of 15
staff members. Upon beginning this assignment she needed to manage six construction
lawsuit settlements. Responsible for the delivery of construction administration, surveying
and inspection services for CIP program and commercial and residential inspection. Some
of the work included extensive parks and sports facility improvements; and street and
sidewalk maintenance projects, beach front mixed-use development, Bella-Terra
Development, sewer lift stations; water and sewer line improvements and lining;
reservoirs; new and retrofit building projects; She was also responsible for management of
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grant funding during the construction phase, and for implementation of liability
prevention measures, federal, state and other agency regulations and customer service.
Has had extensive interaction with outside agencies and oversight of their projects within
the City. Also was responsible for quality control of all City development projects.
Associate Engineer, Construction Engineering
City of Santa Ana
Project Manager and Contract Administrator for the City's construction projects and
inspection of commercial and residential developments. Construction manager for the
$120 million Police Administration Building and Jail Facility that including the emergency
operation center and a parking structure and the $10 million Grand Central Art Center
project. Performed budgeting, claim resolution, investigation and response to
interrogatories, depositions and settlement negotiations. Made recommendations for
construction contract bids to Council, negotiation of monitoring budget and change
orders. Initiated an incentive program for inspectors that saved money and boosted
morale, assisted with annual budget and established a financial reporting system for
tracking budget, grant funding and staff time.
Associate Engineer, Design Engineering
City of Santa Ana
Project Manager for design and construction of various CIP projects for street widening
and utility improvements and also included consultant contract administration. Delivered
quality projects with minimal change orders for street improvements, signage, fire stations
and other building facility projects. Also developed a citywide ADA transition plan. In
addition to numerous projects she successfully completed the development plan and
conceptual design of a $14 million Fire Training Center, design development of a 423-
space parking structure and widening plan of Bristol Street.
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science
Civil and Environmental Engineering
1980
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Engineer
State of CA I License No. 44598
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers
American Public Works Association
National Society of Professional Engineers
American Congress of Surveying and Mapping
Kev Tcharkhoutian, P.E.
Engineering Plan Review
Kev has over 30 years of experience in the civil engineering field, bringing a solid
history of successful leadership and management positions, as well as expertise in
administering and approving Capital Improvement Projects. One of Kev's significant
accomplishments was initiating and launching the City of El Monte's first Citywide
Sewer Assessment District and Enterprise Fund. During the course of his career, he
has served as the City Engineer and Public Works Director for the City of Sierra
Madre for 23 years, has managed a staff of up to SO employees and has overseen
City corporate yards, mainly in the street, sewer, water, and storm drain
operations. He is fluent in writing reports for City Council, as well as proficient in
reviewing plans and maps and drafting RFP's. His most recent projects have him
carrying out construction management services, proving that he's adaptable and
versatile in several senior positions within field. Kev's wealth of experience and
knowledge are invaluable to the lnterwest team. With his skills, expertise and
strong leadership approach, he's committed to serving the needs of our clients.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Project Manager I City of Colton 2013-2014
Sewer Lining Project Under 1.-10
Sewer Force Main Construction Project on Agua Manso Road
Kev provided construction management services for the installation of CIPP place
pipe) for the 18 inch sewer main under Interstate 10 at 111
h Street, and also for the
construction of an 8-inch sewer force main that was 2.S miles long.
Principal Engineer I City of South Gate 2011-2013
Provided contract services to the Public Works Department, serving in capacity of
Principal Engineer. Services included writing RFP's for CIP projects, reviewing P, S &
E packages for quality assurance and technical accuracy and constructability.
Interim Deputy City Manager I City Engineer I City of El Monte 2007 -2010
Assistant Director I City of El Monte 200S -2007
City Engineer I City of El Monte 1994 -200S
Kev played several roles during his 13 year career with the City of El Monte. His
latest position, as the Interim Deputy City Manager for the Community
Development Department, he was the lead of the staff of SO and oversaw the
operations for the Department's seven divisions: Street, Water, Storm Drain, Sewer,
Facilities, Traffic Signal, and Graffiti. One of his key accomplishments with the City
was successfully establishing its first Citywide Sewer Assessment District and
Enterprise Fund. His additional duties included approving new developments,
tentative maps and grading plans, and establishing assessment districts. Kev would
also prepare staff reports for City Council and design and administer street
improvement projects that were funded by CDBG, SAFETEALU, and Gas Tax.
Public Works Director I Contract City Engineer I City of Sierra Madre 1991-2014
Kev has played a significant role in the City's Public Works Department continuously
for the past 23 years. In addition to managing the, "Safety on the Jobsite" program,
he oversaw a staff of 2S and directed the corporate yard in their street, sewer,
water, street sweeping and storm drain operations. He was instrumental in the
review and approval of new developments and Capital Improvement Projects and
regularly reviewed tentative maps and grading plans. As part of his duties required
for City Council, he would draft Staff Reports and complete annual assessment
district reports.
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City Engineer I City of Baldwin Park 1989-1991
While managing a staff of 7, Kev successfully directed the operation of the
corporate yards in the street and sewer maintenance divisions. Kev was
instrumental in managing street, sewer, storm drain, traffic, FAU, and Gas Tax
projects. He approved new developments, tentative maps and grading plans, in
addition to writing regular Staff reports for City Council.
Associate Civil Engineer I City of Monrovia 1986 -1989
Kev regularly reviewed new developments, tentative maps, grading plans and
assessment districts. He also managed street, sewer, water, traffic and storm drain
projects.
Assistant Civil Engineer I City of Ontario 1984-1986
Kev's main role was to design and administer the street, sewer, storm drain and
water projects of the City.
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EDUCATION
Masters of Science, Civil Engineering
Bachelor's of Science, Civil Engineering,
Brigham Young University
1978-1982
MBA, Rushmore University,
North Dakota, 2001-2003
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional Civil Engineer
California, Certificate Number
c 39425
Registered Professional Land Surveyor
California, Certificate Number
L 6881
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
City and County Engineers Association
Institute of Traffic Engineers
American Public Works Association
American Society of Civil Engineers
Floodplain Management Association
Craig Brads haw, PE, PLS
Engineering Plan Review I Subdivision Map Review
Craig has several degrees and over 30 years of experience in the industry. He's worked on
a variety of projects cultivating expertise in capital improvement projects, permit
processing, and program management, development, and implementation. Craig was
responsible for all aspects of development review and conditioning of projects over a 25
year period in the City of Claremont. Craig has also worked in the past with a number of
small and large developers, including Centex, Talkin Group, Olsen Company, Lewis Group,
KB Homes, and others. Craig values community, forming close relationships with clients
and encouraging communication between all parties. In addition to years of community
service, he has also been an active part of industry groups, having served a four-year term
on the Transportation Commission, Solid Waste Advisory Board, and Utility Commission
for the City of Rialto.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Engineering Consultant
2015 -Present lnterwest Consulting Group
As an engineering consultant, Craig is responsible for development land use application
reviews, engineering plan checks, WQMP approvals, hydrology and hydraulic analysis
approvals, and legal descriptions and subdivision map reviews. Craig also works closely
with the public works inspectors in resolving design questions and field concerns.
President
2013-2014 CASTL, Inc.
Craig provided Professional Civil Engineering and Land Surveying services.
City Engineer
1994-2013 City of Claremont
As city engineer, Craig was responsible for city's Traffic and Transportation Commission;
right of way acquisition; capital improvement program; public right of way maintenance;
Engineering Division; and subdivision of land. He prepared the city's five-year capital
improvement program and budget and was responsible for capital projects; review of
environmental documents; traffic impact studies; land acquisition; technical review and
approval of all legal descriptions and subdivision maps. His duties also included flood
prevention. He was member of Gold Line technical committee and the six basin
groundwater adjudication team.
Claremont Colleges is a group of 7 private colleges in the City of Claremont. Craig worked
with many of the colleges updating their master plans and working through the
development review and plan approval process for over 50 major projects. He worked
closely with the Claremont Colleges on the acquisition of 1220 acres of city open space in
exchange for a fully entitled residential project known as Stone Canyon. In addition, to
obtaining the open space a series of 5 detention basins were required to prevent flooding
of north Claremont. Craig worked closely with the developer (Centex Homes) to build the
detention basins and develop the site. FEMA later remapped the flood zoning at the city's
request.
Associate Civil Engineer
1988-1994 City of Claremont
His duties included the preparation of engineering plans and specifications for various
capital improvement projects, making him familiar with the permitting process for the Air
Quality Management District (AQMD), the Water Quality Board, the Los Angeles County
Sanitation District, and the State Department of Transportation (Caltrans). Craig
implemented the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program and
was responsible for pavement management program development, implementation, and
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budget recommendations. He also performed fee analysis, prepared staff reports, and
made City Council presentations .
Civil Engineer
1982-1988 Bechtel Power Corporation
Craig was responsible for performing structural analysis, design and construction of major
structures.
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EDUCATION
Operating Engineers Survey Curriculum
Riverside Community College
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Land Surveyor
State of California
No.4619
Professional Land Surveyor
State of Arizona
No.37016
Professional Land Surveyor
State of Nevada
No. 12204
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
California Land Surveyors Association
Nevada Association of Land Surveyors
Gary Neal, PLS
Subdivision Map Review
Gary brings 40 years of land surveying experience in the engineering field in both the
public and private sectors. He has supervised, managed and directed the field and office
survey department operations while providing field survey and map plan-checking services
for a variety of clients.
His extensive background and knowledge combined with his strong leadership,
organization style, and effective communication skills results in thorough and complete
map reviews. He works seamlessly within all environments developing solid partnerships
with staff, developers, and the public to achieve the goals of the clients.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
land Surveyor I Map Checker
2012-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Review tentative tract and parcel maps, site plans, and other submittals for developments
and make recommendations as to engineering matters for public agency clients.
land Surveyor I Map Checker
2008-2012 Norris-Rupke I Winzler & Kelly I GHD Consulting
Performed QA-QC plan checking services for public agency clients; reviewed legal
descriptions, subdivision and parcel maps, record of survey maps for recording purposes,
also provided field surveys and map plan-checking services.
Mapping & Survey Manager
2002-2008 RBF Consulting
Responsible for supervising the overall operations of the mapping department to ensure
the firm's private developer client mapping needs were met and the required final maps
recorded for the purpose of creating legal lots for sale.
Survey Manager
1998-2002 VPOINT Consulting
Warren directed the field survey operations for a private consulting firm. Projects
included; single-family subdivisions, shopping centers, commercial and industrial centers.
Field work included; boundary surveys, design surveys, aerial and topography surveys,
construction surveying, ACSM/ALTA Land Title Surveys.
Mapping Manager
1994-1998 SEA Consulting
Responsible for supervising the overall operations of the mapping department to ensure
the firm's private developer client mappings needs were met.
Survey Manager
1983-1994 LA Wainscott & Associates
Performed and managed survey tasks from preliminary design, construction, and staking
through final subdivision mapping. Projects included single-family subdivisions,
commercial projects, industrial projects and shopping centers.
Survey Party Chief
1978-1983 Akers & Musser land Surveying
Performed the boundary surveys of the properties, and then set the property corner
monuments at the parcel lot corners after the Parcel Maps were recorded .
Professional land Surveyor
1972-1978 Riverside County Survey Department
Initially a survey chainman, then instrument operator, then party chief and went on to
become a Professional Land Surveyor, becoming proficient in the United States Public
Lands Rectangular Sectionalized System and in the plan checking process of final survey
maps for recording purposes.
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EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering,
California State Polytechnic University
(Cal Poly), Pomona, CA, 1975
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Traffic Engineer, CA I
TR0016SO
Professional Transportation Planner (PTP)
Certificate
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Institute of Transportation Engineers
(ITE)
American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE)
Orange County Traffic Engineering
Council (OCTEC)
Ruth Smith, TE, PTP
Traffic Engineer
Ruth is an experienced traffic engineer and transportation planner with more than 35
years of experience. She was a Senior Traffic Engineer for the City of Santa Ana for 14
years and then returned to the private sector, preparing traffic impact studies and using
her past experience to perform a variety of traffic engineering and transportation planning
duties for client cities, including serving as contract City Traffic Engineer. Ruth's wide-
ranging and unique experience in both the public and private sectors makes her a valuable
asset. Her municipal experience impressed upon her the importance of ensuring that
traffic impact studies for private development are correct and complete, and that site
access and on-site circulation are fully addressed. Ruth also has a rich background in
neighborhood traffic plans, starting with managing the Neighborhood Traffic Management
Plan program in the City of Santa Ana, to more recently assisting the Cities of Temecula
and Brea in preparing neighborhood traffic plans to reduce cut-through traffic and
speeding.
P R 0 J E C T S P E C I F I C EX P E R I E N C E .
Project Manager I Traffic Engineer II
2008-2016 Willdan Engineering
Ruth managed a variety of projects, including writing proposals, selecting appropriate staff
to work on the projects, setting up and managing budgets, and invoicing clients. She
performed traffic studies for client cities and private developers & served as the contract
City Traffic Engineer for the Cities of Los Alamitos and Temecula and as the Consultant
Traffic Engineer for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes. She was also the contract City Traffic
Engineer for the City of Placentia for five years. Her traffic study experience includes
preparing and reviewing traffic impact studies, preparing neighborhood traffic
management and parking plans, preparing traffic impact analyses for proposed
developments and for Project Study Reports/Project Reports for proposed highway
improvement projects, preparing parking analyses for existing and proposed
developments, conducting Engineering and Traffic Surveys to set speed limits and
conducting traffic signal warrant studies. She also presented studies to Traffic Safety
Commissions, Planning Commissions and City Councils.
Senior Associate
2002-2008 Urban Crossroads, Inc.
Ruth managed a transportation planning group of five employees. In addition to
supervising the preparation of traffic impact, parking, trip generation and on-site
circulation studies and reports, also interfaced with clients and municipal staff,
coordinated work with civil engineering and environmental consultants, and appeared
before planning commissions, city councils and boards of supervisors. She prepared
studies for a variety of developments, both large and small, including planned
communities, commercial developments, warehouses, distribution centers, churches, an
asphalt plant, wineries, and PR/PSRs for new and existing freeway interchanges. Ruth
collaborated with developers, their architects and civil engineers to redesign on-site
circulation plans and project access to improve traffic flow and meet jurisdiction
requirements. She worked on in-fill projects and the remodeling of existing sites, and
supervised the preparation of signing and striping plans related to development projects.
Senior Traffic Engineer
1988-2002 City of Santa Ana
Ruth supervised groups ranging from two to five employees & administered the City's
neighborhood traffic calming program (including traffic diverters and speed humps);
handled citizen requests for stop signs, parking restrictions, crosswalks, etc.; managed the
Santa Ana Pedestrian Safety Task Force; reviewed traffic study reports; and managed
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citywide traffic counts. Ruth administered the Integrated Traveler Information Sharing
system, part of the Traffic Management Center, which provided automated real-time
traffic information to the public through highway advisory radio, highway advisory
telephone, cable TV, and kiosks ($348,000 grant).
Ruth applied for and administered two Office of Traffic Safety grants ($219,000) to
improve pedestrian safety citywide. She also successfully submitted grant applications for
Safe Routes to School (SR2S) projects, for a total of $2,000,000 in grants for pedestrian
safety improvements. She designed and implemented an overhead signage program to
guide motorists to Civic Center and Downtown areas and made presentations to the City
Council, City Commissions, the Environmental and Transportation Advisory Committee,
schools, business groups, and neighborhood associations.
Due to staff rotation, at various times Ruth was also responsible for street striping plans
and construction zone traffic control plans. Because of this, she was responsible for
coordinating with Caltrans on several freeway projects, including the SR 55 widening
project. Ruth was on the APWA committee that produced the 2001 Work Area Traffic
Control Handbook (WATCH), she developed the Neighborhood Traffic Plan and Speed
Hump programs, and Neighborhood Parking Management plans, and she administered a
citywide speed limit update, the Traffic Control Devices Inventory, and the Accident Data
Base.
Associate/ Assistant Traffic Engineer
1978-1986 Weston Pringle & Associates
Ruth's primary responsibilities included transportation planning; examination of site plans
for a properly designed internal circulation system; identification of necessary mitigation
measures; and preparation of project schedules and milestones for clients. Ruth met with
clients and reviewing agencies to discuss projects; composed correspondence, and
prepared report. During this time, she developed a weaving analysis to evaluate the
adequacy of the weaving distance for arterials (as opposed to freeways), which was also
used by other consultants.
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EDUCATION
AS, Civil Engineering Technology
NWTI, Northwest Wisconsin
Technical Institute, 1982
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
CAL TRANS
Post Earthquake Inspections & Safety
Evaluation
NICET, Level II Certification
CAL TRANS
Sampling & Testing Construction Materials
CESS WI
Certified Erosion, Sediment & Storm Water
Inspector 12305
QSP, Qualified SWPPP Practitioner! 22064
AWS, Certified Associate Welding Inspector
Nuclear Density Gauge Operator, Troxler
Electronic Laboratories
PROFESSIONAL
AFFiliATIONS
ACIA, American Construction Inspector
Association
AWS, American Welding Society
National Institute for Certification
in Engineering Technologies
SSPC, The Society for Protective Coatings
Tom Marnocha, CESSWI, QSP
Construction Management
Tom brings more than 33 years experience in the areas of construction management,
inspection, planning, schedule analysis, project management, billings and payments,
contract administration and compliance, field engineering, quality assurance, and
materials testing for a variety of public works, residential and transportation projects.
He possesses a vast array of certifications, including his certifications in QSP (Qualified
SWPPP Practitioner) and CESSWI {Certified Erosion, Sediment, and Storm Water
Inspector). These two certifications allow Tom to serve as an inspector, monitoring Storm
Water Prevention Plans ensuring they are adhering to all California rules and regulations.
Tom's diverse background allows him to bring a deep understanding and expertise to
cities and government agencies on large, complex, high-value construction projects.
Projects range from small city projects to multi-million dollar projects including parks, fire
stations, street improvements, and community buildings. Tom is an expert in using the
Contract Manager Document Control System which facilitates his ability to collaboratively
work with all parties ensuring projects are well managed and brought to a successful
completion.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Construction Manager I Construction Inspector
2011-Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Provides a variety of services to clients in the Southern California region, including
construction management, public works construction management and observation,
inspection, and SWPPP inspections. He currently provides public works construction
management and inspection services on a variety of projects throughout the City of Yorba
Linda:
-Richfield Widening Project-Approximately 500 lineal feet (LF) of new curb and gutter,
sidewalk and retaining wall. Coordinated utility relocations, survey and materials testing.
-Hidden Hills Storm Drain Lining Project-1500 LF of storm drain lining which includes the
flushing, video documentation and lining installation.
-Bastanchury Road -Project involved the installation of two intersections of new traffic
signal poles and head, traffic loops, interconnect communication conduit, construction of
new horse trail with fencing, sidewalk and handicap ramp construction.
-Richfield/ Buena Vista Street Light Improvement Project -Project included relocating
Edison power lines, installation of new traffic signal poles, signal heads and safety lighting,
traffic loops and advanced loops and restriping .
-Yorba Linda Medical Office Building-Approximately 10,000 sq. ft. of medical office space.
lnterwest performed grading, roadwork and sidewalk improvement inspections.
-Corta Bella, Heritage, Vista Vel Verdes, Amalfi and Encanto -New residential housing
developments totaling more than 500 homes. lnterwest performed the grading and SWPP
inspections for all three projects.
-Traffic Signal-Provided construction management and inspection for new construction of
traffic signal at Richfield/Buena Vista ensuring compliance to the plans and specifications.
-Yorba Linda Water District Phase 1 Water Main -Replacement of 5,000 LF of 18" water
main. Provided oversight for the city which included compliance to the required traffic
control and completion of the final striping to the city standards.
-Traffic Signals -$500,000 new construction project consisting of traffic signals at two
intersections.
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ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Performed construction management and inspection services on a contract basis.
-Pier Avenue Streetscape -$4 million project, which had several funding sources including
a $1.2 million federal ARRA Grant from the State Water Boards. The primary goals for this
project, for the City of Hermosa, was to improve the aesthetics of the street and
improving pedestrian accessibility, parking, landscape and hardscape. Pier Avenue is the
City's "main street" in the downtown area connecting Pacific Coast Highway to the City's
Municipal Pier and Pier Plaza. Pier Avenue is one of the few MTA Bus Routes in the City
and will include new bus shelters and other transit related improvements.
Civic Center Median (City of Garden Grove) -This project involved replacing the existing
landscaping and irrigation on a busy road. Project also involved installing a perimeter
decorative mow strip and a city monument with lighting.
Garden Grove Euclid Intersection Improvement Project -This project included widening
the right turn lane on north bound Euclid to east bound Garden Grove, including adding
protective barriers at the corner. The project also included adding decorative sidewalk
crosswalks and a garden wall at the NE corner of the intersection .
Freedom Park -$10 million, 23-acre park project in the City of Palm Desert that received
the California Park and Recreation Society's (CPRS) Award of Excellence. Served as
Construction Manager for the project, which included underground utility construction;
clearing and grubbing; irrigation and landscape installation; rough and finish grading for
baseball fields, volleyball courts, tennis courts, skate park, play equipment, and soccer
field with an underground drainage system; concrete site improvements; curb and gutter;
asphalt parking lot; a Snack Bar and Men's/Women's Restroom facility per City of Palm
Desert specifications and plans. Coordination with Coachella Valley Water District on the
placement of a future well site was a major component of the project.
Palm Desert Redevelopment Agency -Served as the owner's representative on this $4
million, 8,200 sf Visitor Information Center project. Responsible for quality control and
construction safety oversight. Conducted daily meetings and conferences; and received,
managed, and distributed submittals. Managed all contract administration and
compliance. Staff also provided pre-construction (including a biddability/constructability
review) and construction management services .
Rancho Mirage Santa Rosa Villa Housing Project-Provided pre-construction services, and
construction management and administration-related services for the City's low-income
housing project. Was on site daily serving as owner's representative. Ensured construction
safety oversight, quality control, progress payments, contract administration/compliance,
and document control.
Rancho Mirage Public Library -A new $15 million public library, a one-story civic library
building of approximately 43,000 square feet on a 9-acre site located along Highway 111
between San Jacinto Drive and Paxton Drive. The building interior floor plan consists of
offices, classrooms, a commercial kitchen, a conference room, a dining room, lounges and
reading rooms. The site development incorporates two transition roads and parking lots,
civil grading/soil export work, architectural surface feature improvements, and irrigation
and landscaping .
Hathaway Park Improvements -As Construction Manager, provided construction
management services for the installation of new playground equipment at Hathaway Park
for the City of Lomita.
Capital Improvement Projects -Construction Manager and Inspector for capital
improvement projects in the City of Lomita ranging from street repair to the construction
of new municipal facilities. Coordinated and scheduled appropriate design services,
reviewed completed plans and specifications, prepared or supervised the preparation of
bid packages, reviewed bids and provided general engineering supervision during
construction. Tracked all project correspondence using Expedition.
"H" Street Bridge -Provided construction management services for this unique lead
abatement/bridge painting project for the City of Sacramento, which was the first fully
contained, lead paint removal project on a steel bridge in California as regulated by the
promulgation of the EPA's Title 10. Full containment and redundant systems were
required to contain lead paint waste. In addition to knowing the requirements of the lead
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abatement regulations, he supervised two other inspectors who assisted in the quality
assurance program. Routine ambient conditions were taken periodically throughout the
day including air temperature, steel surface temperatures, relative humidity and dew
point temperature. After abrasive blasting, the inspection team visually inspected the steel
surface for cleanliness and anchor profile. After each coat of paint dried, the inspection
team randomly tested the dry film mil thickness to assure conformance to the
specifications. Other aspects of the project included the repainting of the bridge and
maintaining the traffic flow of 45,000 vehicles per day as the work proceeded. (SF 330:
1995/1995)
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EDUCATION
BS, Civil Engineering, California State
University of Long Beach, California
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Nuclear Certified
ACI Certified
ICC Certified Special Soil inspector
SWPPP and NPDES Certified
Ciros Ganji
Construction Inspection
Ciros has more than 20 years of experience in construction, construction inspection,
geotechnical testing and design on a number of projects for local cities, government
agencies, and private developers. He successfully completed many Capital Improvements
Projects, numerous mainline underground utility projects and commercial tract
developments.
He is an expert in flood control, sewers, drainage, AC and PCC paving, traffic control,
roadway excavation, soils testing, concrete inspection and major public works projects . He
has been responsible for inspecting and reviewing proper traffic control plan; detecting
and locating faulty materials; maintaining daily inspection reports; and preparing final
punch lists. He has great communication skills responding to citizen complaints and
providing quality customer service. In addition, he has prepared and maintained project
documents including labor and equipment records and labor compliance reports. Ciros is
familiar with construction project scheduling. He has worked very well with all members
of private and public agencies and was highly respected for his efforts.
PROJECT SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
The following are projects for which Ciros acted as consultant project inspector.
AT&T ODAS antenna (Outside Distribution Antenna System) I City of Beverly Hills-Ciros
performed inspection for installations and construction inspection of 75 cell phone
antenna towers on City of Beverly Hills. Conducted an ongoing inspection of work-in-
process to ensure that the final product met drawings and specifications. Maintain a daily
field reports and as-built plan, construction photographs documenting progress on
problem areas and include appropriate photographs in monthly progress reports.
Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures followed and materials used
conform to specifications. Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures followed
and materials used conform to specifications. Inspect storm pipes, sidewalks, wheelchair
ramps, sewer and street lights a according to plan.
Fire Station 71 I City of Fontana -Responsible for conducting detail inspections of
construction work to ensure contract compliance with plans and specification. Inspecting
of installation new sewer and water main and storm drain installations. Writing weekly
inspection reports to ensuring complying with erosion control and storm water
management plans. Completed and maintained records pertaining to construction
progress including daily reports, monthly pay estimates and job expenditures. Check and
inspecting irrigation and landscaping for Miller park east of project. Project Cost: $19
million (design-build).
Jurupa Hills Project I City of Fontana -Responsible for performing daily construction
inspection to ensure contractor compliance with contract plans and specifications and
recording detailed daily inspection. Assisted with pay quantity estimates, contract change
orders, as-built drawings, and tracking schedules. Inspecting line grade, size, elevations
and locations of improvements. Preparation and negotiations of the right of way
acquisitions with the affected property owners. Design sidewalks and driveway
approaches retaining walls on Citrus, Solver and Santa Ana Avenue. Project Cost: $2.8
million.
Foothill to Cypress I Randall to Merrill I Oleander to Arrow Fiber Optic Installations
Street Improvement and Traffic Signal Project I City of Fontana -Responsible for
performing daily construction inspection for trenching and installation fiber optic cable for
traffic signal installations. Inspecting detours to satisfaction of the City Traffic Engineer.
Inspecting construction progress payments and setting pre construction meeting. Inspect
street construction, asphalt, curb and gutters, sidewalks, driveways, curb ramps, storm
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water installation on Randall and Merrill Avenue. Inspecting proper bedding and backfill of
utility trenches, construction of roadway courses and scheduling all requires construction
testing. Project Cost : $4.3 million.
Roman Avenue Street Improvement I City of Palm Springs, City of Desert Hot Springs,
County of Riverside -Perform and supervise the inspection of construction work by
contractors, prepare daily reports and verify and authorize progress payments with
contractors and other public agencies. Inspect construction which included retaining wall,
curb and gutter, removal and replacement of concrete sidewalks, public works
construction of cross gutters, concrete curb ramps, driveways, installation of waterlines
and sewer lines, placement of Portland Cement, slurry and chip sealing. Inspect and
generating punch list and supervise preparation of "as-built" records. Project Cost: $7
million.
Coachella Valley and Mission Spring Water District I City of Indio, City of Thousand
Palm, County of Riverside-Responsible for inspecting pipe line installation, line and grade
verification, documents and picture recording, detailed daily inspections. Responsible for
monitoring SWPPP and the BMPs implementations and comply with the NPDES permit
requirements. Also responsible for performing daily construction inspection to ensure
contractor compliance with the contract plans and specifications and recording detailed
daily inspection reports.
The Cove Project I City of Palm Spring, Caltrans -District 8 -Responsible for inspections
of all construction activities to ensure contractor compliance with contract plans and
specifications and recording detailed daily inspections. Oversee Inspect monitor field
work, work schedules and inspection phases. Participated in numerous safety programs
and strictly enforced safety and health requirements on the site.
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EDUCATION
Associate of Arts Degree,
Water Technology
Associate of Arts Degree,
Waste Water Treatment & Disposal
Associate of Arts Degree,
General and Liberal Studies
REGISTRATIONS
CERTIFICATIONS
Division of the State Architect,
Assistant Project Inspector
San Diego Safety Council,
Traffic Control & Flagger Safety
American Construction Inspectors
Association, Registered
Construction Inspector in
Engineering and Publics Works
American Concrete Institute,
Concrete Field Testing Technician
Grade 1
Nuclear Density Gauge, Soils and
Asphalt Testing
Class Ill Water Distribution
Certification
Auger-boring, Pipe-Jacking and
Microtunneling course
ICC Certified Spray-Applied
Fireproofing Special inspector
Roge rOreb
Construction Inspection
Roger brings 19 years of public works experience and inspection . He is knowledgeable in
public works inspection methods, construction equipment and techniques, soil and
material properties, safety and traffic control procedures County and CaiTrans standard
specifications. He effectively and efficiently manages his time and workload, and
maintains cooperative working relationships with contractors, developers, other
employees and the general public.
He has performed inspection of new construction and rehabilitation of existing facilities;
inspected earthwork operations including grading, structural excavations, backfill, shoring
and bracing for trenching operations; assisted resident engineers with street rehabilitation
& improvements, storm drainage systems, and pump stations; inspected traffic signals,
controllers and underground utilities; verified landscaping, irrigation & tree placement;
inspected placement of concrete facilities including curbs, gutters, sidewalks, access
ramps and driveways per local regional drawings and contract documents and verified and
inspected the contractor's implementation of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Program (SWPPP) writes NPDES reports.
SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Public Works Inspector
2014 -Present lnterwest Consulting Group
Roger has primarily worked as a public works inspector assigned to the City of Wildomar.
Sample projects Include:
Lennar (Andelusia)-P/L Sign Off for Final
George Street Sidewalk: Safe Routes to School Project
• 608' L.F. of curb and gutter
• 3,648 S.F. of sidewalk
• 1 under storm water drain
Almond Street Sidewalk:
• Sidewalk, drive approaches, 6" & 8" curb and gutter, access ramps, SCE & Gas
encroachment permits
Subway Center on Bundy Canyon/Near CaL Six Shop "Strip Mall"
Lennar "North Ranch Development":
• Earth Work= 390,000 C.Y. • Curb Ramp Case "A": 14 EA .
• Mass Excavation= 263,375 C.Y . • Drive approaches: 11,951 S.F.
• 6" A-Curb and Gutter: 8,780 L.F. • 8 Manhole Structures
• Construct Center Median • 8 Catch Basins
• Sidewalk : 41,016 S.F. • V-ditches= 2,390 L.F .
• Cross gutter & spandrel: 4,063 S.F . • 81 homes constructed/signed off
• R.C.P Storm Drain Pipe: 1,776 L.F . P.W. section
Sycamore Academy School:
• Earth Work= 26,727 C.Y. • 8" Asphalt dike: 228 L.F .
• Asphalt pavement: 21,832 S.F . • Class "A" Driveway Approach: 992 S.F .
• Sidewalk : 1,570 L.F. • Curb and Gutter: 2,700 L.F .
Diversified Pacific-Wildomar Springs: 51 homes constructed/signed off P.W. section
• Earth Work= 2,600 C.Y. • Manhole Structures: 4
• Street Lights installed: 16 • 6" A-Curb and Gutter: 5,500 L.F.
• Access Ramp installed: 8 • Basin: 1
• Sidewalk: 32,799 S.F . • 18" RCP Storm Drain Pipe : 131 L.F.
• Cross gutter & spandrel & 3,600 S.F . • 24" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 1526 L.F.
Griffin Residential-Heritage Crossing: 45 homes constructed/signed off P.W. section
Earth Work= 2,700 C.Y.
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Lennar Homes-Briarwood TR36497: 67 homes constructed/signed off P.W . section
• Earth Work= 124,650 C.Y. • 6" Curb and Gutter: 4,942 L.F .
• 18" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 595 L.F. • 8" Curb and Gutter: 1,297 L.F.
• 24" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 2,141 L.F. • Sidewalk: 34,279 S.F.
• 36" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 632 L.F. • Cross Gutter: 3,463 S.F.
• Catch Basins: 5 EA . • Access Ramps Case "A": 14 EA.
• Manholes Structures: 4 EA. • Driveway Approach: 69 EA.
• Asphalt Roads: 2,610 C.Y. • Street Lights: 15 EA.
Richmond America-TR25122 : 98 home constructed/sign off P.W . section
• Earth Work= 113,155 C.Y. • 6" Curb and Gutter: 12,745 L.F .
• 18" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 266 L.F . • Sidewalk: 85,525 S.F.
• 24" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 1,037 L.F . • Access Ramps: 19 EA.
• 36" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 1,492 L.F . • 8" Curb and Gutter: 1,510 S.F.
• Head walls constructed : 3 EA. • Cross Gutters: 5,600 S.F.
• Catch Basins: 12 EA . • Local Depression: 10 EA.
• Manhole Structures : 7 EA. • Drainage Driveway approach: 570 S.F.
• Fossil Filter "Duel Stage " Catch
Basins: 4 EA.
• Residential Driveway approaches :
29 ,700 S.F.
• Asphalt Roads : 5,675 C.Y. • Street Lights : 38 EA .
Richmond America-TR32078 : 55 homes constructed/sign off P.W. section
• Earth Work= 108,879 C.Y. • 8" Curb and Gutter: 716 L.F .
• 18" RCP Storm Drain Pipe: 85 L.F. • Sidewalk: 22,020 S.F.
• 24" RCP Storm Drain Pipe : 537 L.F. • Access Ramps: 4 EA.
• Catch Basins : 4 EA. • Cross Gutters: 813 S.F.
• Manhole Structures : 5 EA. • Street Lights: 12 EA.
• Asphalt Roads: 1,240 Tons • 15' Driveway approaches: 55 EA .
• 6" Curb and Gutter: 3,461 L.F.
Public Works Inspector City of Eastvale
Filled in for recovering Inspector for three months working with engineering staff on
multiple projects. (7 /14 to 9/14)
• Medical Office f i nal approved by City
• CDA Waterline project, traffic control, backfill & asphalt work.
• Two Lennar housing tracts, underground infra structures, curb and gutter, access
ramps. Sidewalks, drive approaches, pad finals .
• Beazer housing tract curb and gutter, access ramps. Sidewalks, drive approaches ,
asphalt cap and pad finals.
• Meritage housing tract, Pad finals.
• Pulte' housing tract, punch list items.
• KB Homes housing tract, access ramps and curb and gutter.
Public Works Inspector
2013-2014 City of Irvine
As a contract public works inspector worked with a developer, The Irvine Company, on
two of their awar~ winning developments at "Cypress Village" & "Stonegate"
communities. Inspected new installation of sewer, storm drain, curb and gutter, sidewalk,
asphalt roadways, backfill, slurry cap of streets, and new and modified existing traffic
signals. Also performed public inspections on other projects including:
Annual Slurry Seal and Pavement Rehabilitation
• Performed inspection on pavement rehabilitation of old roadways
• Observed night time work of weed kill and crack sealing
• Traffic Control per MUTCD regulations.
• Prepared punch -list
Curb Ramp Upgrades
• Worked with resident engineer on this project
• Inspected 145 new access ramps and sidewalks
• Enforced BMP's and traffic control per "Watch Manual"
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Contract Public Works Inspector
2012 City of Rancho Santa Margarita
• Residential Street & Antonio Parkway Resurfacing -worked closely with city staff and
resident engineer.
• Performed pavement rehabilitation of over 25 existing roadways .
• M illions of square feet of cold plane of streets .
• Placed tons of Asphalt Rubber Hot Mix (ARHM) cap .
• Observed crack sealing.
• Constructed curb and gutters .
• Constructed ADA access ramps.
• Install traffic detection loops .
• Constructed cross gutter/spandrels.
• Enforce SWPPP and traffic control and str iping .
• Conduct employee wage interviews.
• Prepare punch-list
Public Works Inspector
2005-2012 City of San Clemente
As a contract Public Works Inspector assisted on a variety of capital improvement program
projects. Inspector of record of over $20,000,000 in Capital Improvement Projects, including
Cal-Trans, CDBG, Safe routes to school projects for the span form 2005-2012 fiscal years .
Conducted inspections of curb and gutter, sidewalks, ADA-compliant ramps, driveway
approaches, and street work including : native and aggregate base sub grade, asphalt base
course, final capping, striping and traffic loops. Additional work included inspection of
traffic signal work, street light work from concrete foundations and wiring and inspection of
dry utilities installations. Seven years working closely with City Engineers and Design
Department providing inspection services and assistance on all projects.
• Performed pavement rehabilitation of over 25 existing roadways.
• Millions of square feet of cold plane of streets.
• Night time work : of removing street section and asphalt paving .
• lime treated sub-grade below three streets .
• Placed tons of Asphalt Rubber Hot Mix (ARHM) cap .
• Placed tons of Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (R.A.c.)
• Observed crack sealing.
• Constructed curb and gutters .
• Constructed sidewalks.
• Constructed drive approaches.
• Constructed ADA access ramps .
• Constructed retaining walls.
• Constructed cross gutter/spandrels.
• Constructed storm drain catch basins .
• Water main line installation.
• Install traffic detection loops.
• Enforce SWPPP and traffic control and striping.
• Produced daily reports, maintained a file of materials delivery tickets and verified pay
quantities.
• Conduct employee wage interviews.
• Prepare punch -list
Construction Testing and Engineering
2001-2005 JB Consulting & Associates, Inc.
Performed geotechnical, concrete and asphalt inspections on public works, schools,
universities, and hospitals, military and residential projects. Mass grading experience,
underground utilities installation and trenching .
Inspector
1997-2001 Rincon Del Diablo Municipal Water District & Rainbow
Municipal Water District
Performed all typical and principal water/wastewater inspection duties.
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EXHIBIT 8
Time of Performance
This is an as-needed agreement. Accordingly, Consultant shall perform services on an as-
needed basis upon receipt of a written task order from City. Such task order shall set forth the
scope of Services required to be completed and the deadline for completion. Consultant shall
comply with the terms of each task order in completing Services in a timely and professional
manner.
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Rate Sheet
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FEE S CHEDULES
A. BUILDING SERVICES
Our compensation schedule is provided to accommodate the different ways the City may collect fees for services in
the building and safety department. We look forward to the opportunity to refine the mechanics of the method of
compensation, if required , to align with new or revised fee schedules the City may implement in the future.
INSPECTION SERVICES
If the City wishes, we are also available to provide inspection services on an hourly basis using our General Hourly
Rates Schedule below. We assume that our building inspector would be on a 40 hour per week basis with additional
inspectors only called upon when workload necessitates .
PLAN REVIEW SERVICES
For complete plan review services, we propose 70% of the established City plan check fee schedule. For
structural-only reviews, we propose 45% of the plan review fees based on your adopted City schedule. For partial
reviews, such as foundation only, preliminary reviews, code interpretation, review of Alternate Method or Materials, or
others, we propose to develop a mutually agreeable fee based on the specific project at hand, or provide services on
an hourly basis using the rates listed in our General Hourly Rates. There is no additional charge for courier or
shipping services.
For expedited or fast-track projects, we propose a fee of 150% of the above noted fees contingent upon the
availability of staff to perform the plan review.
SCHEDULE OF HOURLY BILLING RA TES
CLASSIFICATION HOURLY BILLING RATE
Project Manager ............................................................................................................................ $1 40
Plan Review Engineer-Structural ................................................................................................ 125
Plan Rev iew Engineer .............................................................................................................................. 11 0
Certified Plans Examiner .......................................................................................................................... 100
Permit Technician ...................................................................................................................................... 65
Building lnspectors ............................................................................................................................... 75-95
Code Enforcement Officer .......................................................................................................................... 90
GASp Specialist ....................................................................................................................................... 1 05
Approved Overtime (at project site or City Hall) ............................................... 150% of Above Listed Rates
Rates are typically reviewed yearly on July 1 after the first anniversary and may be subject to revision unless under
specific contract obligations. Mileage performing City duties reimbursed at IRS rate.
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B. ENGINEERING I ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
Engineering
Principal-in-Charge .................................................................................................................................................. $160
Project Manager .......................................................................................................................................................... 160
Senior Advisor. ........................................................................................................................................................... 140
Traffic Engineer .......................................................................................................................................................... 130
Supervising Engineer ................................................................................................................................................. 125
Senior Engineer ......................................................................................................................................................... 120
Engineering Associate 111 ............................................................................................................................................ 105
Engineering Associate 11 ............................................................................................................................................ 100
Engineering Associate 1 ............................................................................................................................................... 85
Engineering Technician Ill ........................................................................................................................................... 75
Engineering Technician 11 ............................................................................................................................................ 70
Engineering Technician I .............................................................................................................................................. 65
Student Trainee ........................................................................................................................................................... 30
Construction Management
Construction Manager ......................................................... o ....... o ........... o.··o ........................................................... $125
Assistant Construction Manager ................................. 00 0 .. 0 ................................................................................. o ...... 11 0
Supervising Public Works Observer ............................. o ............. o .. o ............................................................................ 105
Senior Public Works Observer ............................................................................................................................... o ..... 95
Public Works Observer 111 ............................................................................................................................................ 85
Public Works Observer 11 ............................................................................................................................................. 80
Public Works Observer I .............................................................................................................................................. 75
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Real Estate
Real Estate Property Manager ................................................................................................................................. $120
Senior Real Property Agent ....................... 0 .. 0 .. 0 ......................................................................................................... 115
Real Property Agent 111 ............................................................................................................................................... 105
Real Property Agent 11 ................................................................................................................................................ 100
Real Property Agent 1 ................................................................................................................................................... 90
GIS
GIS Manager. ........................................................................................................................................................... $120
Senior GIS Analyst. ...................................................... o ............................................................................................. 115
GIS Analyst 111 ............................................................................................................................................................... 100
GIS Analyst II ............................................................................................................................................................... 90
GIS Analyst 1 ................................................................................................................................................................. 80
Information Technology
Project Manager ....................................................................................................................................................... $120
Network Engineer ....................................................................................................................................................... 115
Senior GIS Analyst. .................................................................................................................................................... 110
IT Technician ............................. 0 •• 0 .............................................................................................................................. 65
GIS Technician .................................................................................................................................................... 0 ....... 65
BILLING PROCESS
Invoices are typically generated upon the conclusion of the month. lnterwest Consulting Group will work with the City
to supply the necessary billing information.
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