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Property Condition Assessment
Owner’s Representation
Rest assured. Today and tomorrow.
Minimize project risk. Maximize return.
Repair | Reconstruction Services It’s in the details.
Construction Loan Services Take us to the bank.
Sustainability
The big, green picture.
Accessibility
Structural Engineering
Improve, maintain and preserve.
Find compliance clarity.
Collaborative consulting and realistic solutions for property investments. Marx|Okubo is a national AEC consulting firm that works with real estate owners, investors and lenders —AT EVERY POINT OF THE PROPERTY LIFECYCLE—
to evaluate their building projects,
solve complex challenges and
implement tailored solutions.
We help clients understand their projects’ complexities, so they can make more informed decisions and, ultimately, mitigate their risk.
Broad practical expertise. Local market insights.
THE FIRM BEGAN IN 1982 WITH A SIMPLE MISSION:
Use pragmatic construction expertise to solve problems in a troubled real estate market.
From its beginnings as a small, locally focused organization, our firm has transformed into a national architecture and engineering consultancy with offices coast to coast.
Acting as an impartial affiliate to keep everyone accountable, Marx|Okubo brings together two key components:
BROAD PRACTICAL EXPERTISE
&
LOCAL MARKET AWARENESS.
Openly and collaboratively, we provide greater perspective,
integrate with existing project teams,
synthesize critical information
and deliver what our clients need to make intelligent decisions.
As environments and rules have changed, Marx|Okubo has also adapted and evolved. Building on the collective power of integrity and excellence, we have strategically broadened our team, capabilities and geographical areas to serve
the commercial development, financial services and construction industries.
TODAY OUR FIRM PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING CONSULTING SERVICES TO A DIVERSE AND GROWING CLIENTELE WORLDWIDE.
National reach. Local approach.
Over the past few decades, Marx|Okubo has worked on thousands of diverse architecture, engineering & construction consulting projects
from coast to coast.
During that time, we have
grown our technical talent,
strengthened our network of experts
and opened new offices to serve clients throughout the U.S.
Our entrenched regional teams know that real estate projects are all about location. And for that you can count on local insight from licensed architects and engineers who know local construction practices as well as expert, integral consultants in your area. Marx|Okubo brings together diverse internal resources and collaborative community relationships to deliver exacting standards for each and every complex construction endeavor.
Services
Material insight. Solid solutions.
Services
finance
THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT— project management construction
design development
& other elements
engineering
architecture
—IS AN INTEGRATED SYSTEM.
Therefore we consider it a prerequisite to provide cohesive services that cover critical aspects of your multifaceted project. Marx|Okubo works on behalf of building owners, lenders and equity investors to bring valuable, realistic solutions to the complexities within each variable real estate investment. We consult to limit your exposure now, giving you greater confidence in your decisions for the future.
Our multidisciplinary regional teams include experienced, licensed architects and engineers who leverage core architecture, engineering and construction expertise and collaborate with top-tier industry consultants to deliver a comprehensive, highly qualified service set, including:
Owner’s Representation
Minimize project risk. Maximize return.
Repair | Reconstruction Services It’s in the details.
Construction Loan Services Take us to the bank.
Property Condition Assessment Rest assured. Today and tomorrow.
Sustainability
The big, green picture.
Accessibility
Structural Engineering
Improve, maintain and preserve.
Find compliance clarity.
Services
Owner’s Representation
Minimize project risk. Maximize return. A DEDICATED ADVOCATE FOR YOUR INVESTMENT. As an owner’s representative, Marx|Okubo acts as the owner’s advocate to keep projects on schedule and on budget, while also minimizing project execution risks to meet investment objectives. With a national platform n and scopes owner’s representation services to meet the needs of a and skilled staff, Marx|Okubo scales diverse client and project universe. Whether working as a key advisory member of a project team, focusing on constructability issues and monitoring progress and quality, or taking a more active role as construction project manager, Marx|Okubo tailors its efforts to support and augment the investor or project teams’ strengths and weaknesses. Our teams help align interests and facilitate collaboration, ultimately executing a well-constructed, quality project. Our range of owner’s representation services may include: • Definition and refinement of project scope and budget • Professional team scope/qualifications and selection • Construction document oversight and coordination • Construction document peer reviews • Bid process oversight and evaluation • Contract negotiations • Construction observation and reviews • Schedule and contract management • Pay application/project draw processing • Project closeout/punch list and warranty reviews
Services
Property Condition Assessment Rest assured. Today and tomorrow. A MORE PRECISE PROPERTY PICTURE. Marx|Okubo’s property condition assessment (PCA) services are predicated on giving real estate owners, investors and lenders an accurate picture of what a property‘s capital needs will be in the short and long term. Our staff of licensedn architects and civil, structural and mechanical engineers deliver detailed, impartial reports that can help building owners and investors gain a clear, informed understanding of current and future capital risks and benefits. Marx|Okubo also maintains a strong network of the industry’s top specialty consultants in areas such as vertical transportation, roofing, fire/life safety, building envelope and other disciplines for situations where a more specific detailed review of building systems or components is required. In addition, we offer facilities condition assessments (FCAs) to meet the asset management and capital reserve planning needs of our local, state and federal government clients. As we understand the nuances involved in assessing large and small government real estate portfolios, we have extensive experience tailoring our FCA reports to the specific needs of institutional clients as well as government organizations. While all of our services meet the general requirements of the ASTM E2018-15 baseline protocols for most lender circumstances, our strength lies in delving much deeper than minimum requirements as we clearly understand the risks a property owner or equity investor faces if large capital surprises occur. Think of our consultancy as documented assurance that you are making the most informed property decisions possible. Property condition assessment services for both acquisition and disposition can include: • Site and parking structure reviews • Building envelope reviews • Building systems analyses • Seismic evaluations
• Accessibility reviews • Sustainability reviews • Specialty consultant integration • Lifecycle costs
Services
Repair | Reconstruction Services It’s in the details.
GETTING TO—AND SOLVING—THE ROOT CAUSE. Whether it’s the age of the building, poor maintenance or faulty construction, the reasons for failure are not always obvious. And, typically, neither is the solution. Marx|Okubo helps clients understand the complex n issues and domino effects involved in repair and reconstruction by investigating the underlying causes of failure and researching materials and corrective construction methods. Our integrated teams also produce documents and specifications for bid and consult on preventive fixes, such as accessibility upgrades, structural retrofits, waterproofing projects and other capital efforts. Specific repair and reconstruction services include: • Detailed condition assessments • Investigative and destructive testing • Discussions with property maintenance and engineering staff • Research for viable and cost-effective solutions • Preparation of corrective drawings and specifications • Preparation of contracts and bid documents
Services
Sustainability
The big, green picture. SUSTAINABLE PROPERTIES: INCREASED BUILDING VALUE. Green design is becoming a standard solution for reducing the long-term operating costs of a property and adding greater efficiencies and value to the built environment for the next generation. Providing sustainability n consulting on both new construction and existing property projects, Marx|Okubo’s sustainability teams help owners, investors and lenders determine the sustainability potential of a property and life-cycle cost benefits; navigate government regulations and environmental certifications; and comply with sustainability benchmarking and reporting initiatives. Sustainability services can include: • Green property condition assessments • LEED existing building (EBOM) gap analysis • Building commissioning and retro-commissioning services • Energy and water audits/benchmarking • Pre-construction sustainability reviews • Indoor air quality audits • Building resiliency and natural hazard risk analysis • Healthy building certifications • Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmarking (GRESB) consulting
Services
Structural Engineering
Improve, maintain and preserve. IMPROVING, MAINTAINING AND PRESERVING YOUR VALUABLE ASSETS. Marx|Okubo’s Structural Engineering Group (SEG) knows your real estate portfolio is a substantial investment, and growing its short- and long-term value means staying on top of the property’s physical condition in n order to properly improve, maintain and preserve it. Our specialized in-house group is staffed with licensed structural and civil engineers who have expertise in all aspects of analysis and design and can evaluate a building’s condition, diagnose causes of degradation or failure, conduct seismic assessments and develop strategies to renovate, repair or retrofit, as well as perform new construction services and resiliency studies. Working with Marx|Okubo, real estate owners, lenders and private equity groups get access to and insight from architects and engineers who are on staff. As our firm is multidisciplinary and takes 360-degree approach, our experienced/credentialed Structural Engineering Group is already informed and trained to consider the bigger-picture—the industry and all disciplines involved, local economies and competition—in order to reduce your risk, maximize your investment and ensure nothing is missed. In the process, we are keenly aware and respectful of our industry’s demand for accountability—to adhere to budgets and schedules with attention to detail. Our structural engineering services include: Construction Services • Structural repair/retrofit design and consultation • Structural preliminary project review • Constructability studies • Peer review Assessment Services • Structural condition assessment • Seismic/wind evaluation and risk assessment • Earthquake resiliency studies
Forensic Investigation • Construction defects • Structural damage • Foundation settlement
Services
Accessibility
Find compliance clarity. ACCURATE UNDERSTANDING FOR PROPERTY OWNERS AND DESIGN TEAMS. Marx|Okubo serves as an impartial reviewer of a project’s accessibility compliance. While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Federal Fair Housing Act (FFHA) are more than 25 years old, accessibility n compliance remains a challenging prospect for many property owners. Even in new construction, overlapping requirements can bewilder owners, designers, architects and engineers. Non-compliance items involve serious questions of cost and risk analysis. Property owners are best served by an accurate understanding of which accessibility codes, standards and regulations truly apply to their buildings and which portions of a property must be upgraded to meet current requirements. Marx|Okubo can provide owners clarity about conformity with federal laws and, ultimately, a plan of action through an opinion of cost, timeline scenarios, and even drawings, project bidding and management. Our range of accessibility services include: • Americans with Disabilities Act compliance reviews (Title III) • ADA Title II accessibility transition plans • Federal Fair Housing Act compliance reviews • Certified Access Specialist (CASp) - California-specific inspections • Accessibility plan review and plan check for design teams • Accessibility project management and owner’s representation • Accessibility construction monitoring • Accessibility code/standards consulting • Construction documents for accessibility repairs • Litigation support and expert witness services
Services
Construction Loan Services Take us to the bank.
DIRECTING AND MONITORING DISBURSEMENTS TO POWER YOUR PROJECT. Every construction project requires careful controls to stay within budget and on schedule. With experience gained on thousands of construction projects throughout North America, the professionals at Marx|Okubo n are versed in tracking and documenting loan disbursements and project-team payments to keep building construction as efficient and financially sound as possible. Specific loan construction services include: • Pre-construction feasibility reports • Construction progress observations • Monthly draw disbursement monitoring • Change order reviews • Scheduling/permitting/testing and inspection status • Workout services
Projects
National reach. Local approach.
Projects: Colorado Trade Center
CLIENT
Conscience Bay Company
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
SERVICES
Property Condition Assessment
Marx|Okubo performed a property condition assessment of the multi-warehouse project on the north side of Denver with buildings that were constructed between 1922 and 1975. Marx|Okubo is involved in the potential renovation of the 1922 power plant building, which has been abandoned for over two decades. The property includes many intricacies including a multitude of different types and ages of buildings that span five decades of construction; high-voltage electrical power owned and maintained on site; and complicated and antiquated electrical and mechanical systems. Marx|Okubo determined the most critical capital improvements and accurate pricing through contractors.
Projects: Willis Tower
CLIENT
The Blackstone Group
LOCATION
Chicago, Illinois
SERVICES
Property Condition Assessment
Marx|Okubo performed a property condition assessment of the Willis Tower, formerly known as the Sears Tower, the second tallest building in the United States and 13th tallest building in the world. The vastness of the building is almost a city unto itself with complex structural, mechanical, electrical and vertical transportation systems. In a project of this magnitude, the operations and maintenance budgets can look similar to large capital improvement budgets. Marx|Okubo was able to interpret the real issues of the building and provide our client with what is really important in maintaining and improving this landmark structure.
Projects: The Crimson Apartments
CLIENT
Campus Advantage
LOCATION
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
SERVICES
Repair Assessment and Design
During our Phase II investigation to assess the deterioration of the exterior brick soldier and rowlock in order to determine the cause of distress and scope for future repair, Marx|Okubo discovered extensive improper construction methods. This finding led to our team recommending critical new repair procedures and immediate safety measures, as well as assisting our client in negotiating repairs with the developer.
Projects: Marina Palms
CLIENT
HSBC
LOCATION
North Miami Beach, Florida
SERVICES
Construction Loan Services
Located in North Miami Beach, Marina Palms consists of two 25-story residential towers adjacent to a fullservice, 110-slip private marina. The complete 14.66acre property includes full frontage along Maule Lake, the Intercoastal Waterway and Biscayne Boulevard. Other features include two- and three-bedroom residential units with balcony areas; common areas, including a clubhouse, business center, mailroom, children’s center and fitness studio; a third-floor pedestrian bridge; and a five-level, 431-space concrete parking structure. Acting as the bank’s representative to review construction status and applications for payment, Marx|Okubo has seen Marina Palms through challenges related to the economic downturn. After purchasing the property from the lender, the current developer has made minimal modifications while reusing the existing foundations prepared for the north tower and its adjacent parking structure, as well as repurchasing and using the precast concrete parkingstructure components.
Projects: Queen Mary
CLIENT
Queen Mary
LOCATION
Long Beach, California
SERVICES
Disabled Accessibility Review; Creation of Repair Documents; Construction Administration
Working with challenges, including the historic nature of the Queen Mary, now operating as a hotel, as well as the ship’s “slope” and tide fluctuation, the Marx|Okubo team provided permit repair documents to address immediate accessibility deficiencies, which added way finding and accessibility signage. We also developed creative, non-traditional verification and drawing documentation for the ship’s unique conditions, meeting the intent of the code while taking into consideration existing physical and historical constraints of the ship.
Projects: Los Angeles Retail Center
CLIENT
Withheld
LOCATION
Los Angeles County, California
SERVICES
Disabled Accessibility Review
This large multi-tenant retail center houses approximately 620,000 square feet of retail space on an approximately 70-acre site. The Marx|Okubo team performed site inspections over multiple days to provide a comprehensive list of non-compliance issues, projected time frames for addressing these issues as well as an estimate of costs. Marx|Okubo also served to provide a third-party review of a previous CASp inspection report for a portion of the property, identifying and clarifying issues that did not need to be addressed based on the applicable standards.
Projects: Palace Hotel Garage
CLIENT
Kyo-Ya Management Company, Ltd.
LOCATION
San Francisco, California
SERVICES
Seismic Retrofit
This almost 100-year-old structure required a seismic evaluation, schematic design and full retrofit, including an accessible bathroom, locker room and storage area, plus a new basement-parking ventilation system and design for an accessible path of travel. Following San Francisco Building and Planning Department guidelines, due to the historic nature of the hotel, Marx|Okubo completed the retrofit design within a very short construction schedule while creating considerable cost and time savings over hiring separate design companies in a conventional design-bid-build project system.
Projects: 787 Seventh Avenue
CLIENT
Commonwealth Partners, LLC
LOCATION
New York, New York
SERVICES
Property Condition Assessment
787 Seventh Avenue is a 54-story office tower containing approximately 1.8 million square feet and built in 1985 in the postmodern style by architect Edward Larrabee Barnes. The property is connected underground to 1285 Avenue of the Americas and Rockefeller Center. It houses the corporate headquarters for BNP Paribas, Willkie Farr & Gallagher, Sidley Austin and UBS. Marx|Okubo was engaged to assess the existing condition of the building for a potential acquisition.
Projects: Newport Plaza
CLIENT
Equity Office
LOCATION
Newport Beach, California
SERVICES
Energy Audits; Retro Commissioning
This Equity Office-owned modern commercial building was not functioning efficiently enough. After performing an energy audit, Marx|Okubo determined that various systems and building components needed re-calibration or upgrading to allow the building’s performance to match the quality of its architectural design. Under tight time constraints, due to a pending sale of the property, our California team led a retrocommissioning effort to minimize Newport Plaza’s energy footprint and to help keep operating costs in line.
Projects: Solis Downwood Apartments
CLIENT
Prudential Real Estate Investors
LOCATION
Atlanta, Georgia
SERVICES
Pre-construction Project Review; Owner’s Representation
Due to our client’s scheduling demands, Marx|Okubo was asked to review preliminary plans at 60 percent for a pre-construction project review, then a re-review at 85 percent just prior to issuance of a report. Our thorough review of early design documents allowed closing to occur as scheduled. Our team generated a thorough deviations and outstanding issues table, as well as identified “holes” in the drawings for future updates by Marx|Okubo.
Projects: Hilton Hotel
CLIENT
Justice Investors
LOCATION
San Francisco, California
SERVICES
Owner’s Representation; Construction Management Services
This was a fast-track renovation of 550-guestroom hospitality project with four floors of public spaces that entailed new design-build MEP systems, modifications to the porte-cochere and exterior waterproofing repairs. Marx|Okubo performed full-time owner’s representation and construction management services including assembling and directing the design development team; expediting building permits; managing three general contractors; and scheduling and coordinating 21 owner-direct subcontractors and vendors. With a highly integrated and responsive team, we completed this project in an unprecedented seven and a half months and received two prestigious awards: the Hilton Developer of the Year and the McGraw Hill Best of California Hospitality Award.
Leadership
Broad practical expertise. Local market insights.
Leadership
NAME
Leo James Marx, AIA, NCARB
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Executive Chairman
Jim Marx is Founder and Executive Chairman of Marx|Okubo. He established the company in 1982 and has successfully led Marx|Okubo to its current national status. With over 40 years of architectural, development and construction-related experience in all property types, Jim is responsible for coordinating and overseeing large, multi-layered projects in the U.S. and Saudi Arabia. His expertise in the project and construction management process, including contract preparation and review, project scheduling, job costing, feasibility studies, on-site construction observation, construction litigation and coordination of related project consultants, has resulted in continued success and millions of dollars worth of savings for Marx|Okubo’s clients over the years. Jim holds a bachelor of architecture degree and has completed advanced studies in the urban and regional planning department from University of Colorado. He is a licensed architect in Colorado, Georgia, California, Massachusetts and Tennessee, and is certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. Jim is also a member of the American Institute of Architects, Construction Specification Institute and Urban Land Institute. jim_marx@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Parrish S. Boren
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
President/CEO
Parrish Boren, President/CEO, has been with Marx|Okubo for more than 20 years. Directing all financial and operational concerns, he has been a key part of growing the firm to a national platform. He has over 25 years of experience in management and commercial real estate, including contract negotiations, asset management, redevelopment/development and brokerage, involving over 10 million square feet of commercial space and 30,000 multifamily units. Previously Parrish served as an executive with a national multifamily firm and for an institutional real estate investor. He is proficient in the economic analysis of all commercial and multifamily property types and real estate ventures, including sensitivity, redevelopment analysis, loan modifications, operating strategies and distressed work-out situations. Parrish holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental design from Texas A&M University and an MBA with an emphasis in real estate finance from Southern Methodist University. He is a licensed real estate broker in Texas and Colorado as well as a member of the Urban Land Institute and National Association of Industrial and Office Properties. parrish_boren@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Gary C. Cohn, AIA
LOCATION
Orange County, California
POSITION
Executive Vice President
Gary Cohn, Executive Vice President, has been with Marx|Okubo for over two decades and has successfully broadened the company’s client base in the Southwest, including work in California, Arizona and Nevada. Working on commercial, retail, industrial, multifamily residential and hospitality projects, he has successfully managed the construction of everything from mid-rise office buildings to multi-unit condominium properties. With this range of experience, Gary can quickly evaluate property issues and help solve the challenges of the firm’s private and institutional clients. His broad professional background includes four decades of work in architecture, stints at civil engineering and environmental consulting firms, and high-rise office and hotel construction projects for a large general contractor. Gary holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from California State Polytechnic University - Pomona and completed additional coursework in development finance and construction law at the University of California. He is a licensed architect in California and is registered with the state as a disaster service worker. gary_cohn@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Kirk H. Mulbach, AIA, NCARB
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Resource Advisor, Best Practice Group
Kirk Mulbach served as a Senior Associate and AVP for the first few years of his tenure with Marx|Okubo and as the Regional Manager in the Denver office for the last several years. In his current role as Senior Resource Advisor with the Best Practices Group, he defines and disseminates intellectual resources and interfaces with other regions with regard to in-field training, technical oversight and operational procedures. Kirk also continues to manage select regional and national client contacts out of the Denver office. Since 1978, he has designed and managed projects ranging from singlefamily and multifamily residential to industrial and commercial projects, including office buildings, manufacturing facilities and regional shopping malls. Kirk’s current projects include design and constructability reviews, owner’s representation, construction project management, forensic investigations, expert witness and litigation support, property condition assessments, detailed cost analyses and construction observation services throughout the company’s nine offices. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, he worked for various architectural, consulting and design-build firms where he broadened and enhanced his skills in architectural design, project management, consultant coordination, schedule and budget analysis, and contract review. Kirk holds bachelor’s degrees in architecture and fine arts from Syracuse University. He is a licensed architect in Colorado; is certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards; and is a member of the American Institute of Architects and Sealant, Waterproofing and Restoration Institute. kirk_mulbach@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Kathleen Spurck, AIA
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Vice President
As Vice President, Kathleen Spurck is responsible for quality control and training in the Denver office. She brings to the firm over 20 years of experience in design and construction consulting services, including fullservice architectural scope-of-work contracts, from programming through project close-out, with an emphasis on construction administration services and property condition assessments. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Kathy was managing principal and president of her own Denver-based architectural firm whose work on historic restoration and preservation projects won design awards from both the Colorado Historical Society and Colorado Preservation, Inc. Before starting her own practice, Kathy excelled in contract administration, construction monitoring, quality assurance, space needs analysis and historic structure assessments for both large- and small-scale commercial and public-sector projects. She also directed projects with budgets totaling over $90 million during a five-year appointment as chairperson for the Archdiocese of Denver Parish Project and Finance Review Council. Kathy holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado and is a licensed architect in Colorado. kathleen_spurck@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Christian Stover, AIA, NCARB
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Vice President
Christian Stover, Vice President and Co-Regional Manager, performs construction loan monitoring, owner’s representation, construction project management, property condition assessments, building envelope forensics, expert witness investigations, and design and constructability reviews out of Marx|Okubo’s Denver office. Her experience at the firm includes work in water damage restoration, sustainability reviews, construction quality inspections and budget reviews. Christian has also been actively involved in exterior envelope forensic investigations and expert witness testimonies, specializing in technical and construction analysis and code review. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, she worked with a Philadelphia architecture firm, focusing on design and program of educational facilities. Christian holds a bachelor’s degree in arts and sciences from the University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado - Denver. She is a licensed architect in Colorado and Texas, a Certified Level One Thermographer and Building Enclosure Commissioning Process Provider (BECxP), and has completed the Installation Masters and Window Testing course. christian_stover@marxokubo.com
Leadership
NAME
Michael Z. Silverman, PE, LEED AP, CEM
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Vice President
Mechanical engineer Michael Silverman is Vice President and Co-Regional Manager of the Denver office. As a member of the firm’s mechanical engineering group, he helps conduct upfront document and cost reviews on new and existing renovation construction projects, construction monitoring services for rehabilitation and new construction projects, and coordination and writing of property condition reports for the purchase, sale and refinancing of commercial real estate. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Michael worked at Denver companies as an associate mechanical engineer and mechanical engineer. In these positions, he collaborated with architects, owners and other engineers to develop construction drawings for new and renovation construction projects; created layout/design and selected the HVAC and plumbing systems for construction projects; and built and modified the specifications for mechanical equipment and systems for specific construction projects. Michael holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Tulane University and is a licensed professional engineer in Colorado. He is also a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) through the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). Michael is a member of AEE, the U.S. Green Building Council and American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning. michael_silverman@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Linda Waterhouse, AIA, NCARB, PMP, LEED GA
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Associate
Linda Waterhouse, Senior Associate, brings over 30 years of experience in architecture and construction to the Denver office. She handles a wide range of professional services, including pre-design and pre-construction services, architectural work, project management, contract administration, construction management, on-site services and investigative construction forensics. Ranging from less than $1 million to over $100 million in construction costs, Linda’s projects have spanned alterations, remodeling, modifications and new construction in a variety of sectors, including medical, criminal justice, transportation, telecommunications and scientific research. Her construction forensics assessment work includes construction failures, natural disasters and condition assessments. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Linda worked for various architectural, consulting and design/build firms, where her duties included planning, building design and permitting, engineering analysis, constructability reviews, building code reviews, cost and budget analysis, scheduling, negotiations, resource allocations, procurement and shipping logistics, conflict resolution and client management. She also participated in beneficial occupancy inspections, including pre-final and final inspections. She holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in real estate and construction management from University of Denver - Daniels College of Business. Linda is a licensed architect in Colorado. She is also registered with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, has LEED GA certification and is a certified Project Management Professional. linda_waterhouse@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Thomas W. Hartmann, PE
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Associate
Thomas Hartmann, Senior Associate in the Denver office, provides structural evaluations for property condition assessments as well as owner’s representation services. His responsibilities include preconstruction project reviews, including detailed assessment of proposed building systems, primarily focusing on the gravity and lateral structural systems. Thomas has over 35 years of structural engineering experience working on office, commercial, institutional and industrial facilities, as well as multifamily residences. He has also designed a large portfolio of structural projects, including numerous structural-repair projects throughout Colorado and surrounding states. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Thomas managed the structural department in the Denver office of an international consulting engineering firm; managed and performed structural analysis and design of commercial, residential, public institutions, and industrial structures as a senior project manager; and operated as the chief office engineer at his own engineering firm. Thomas holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Illinois and a master’s degree in civil engineering from Colorado State University. He is a registered engineer in Colorado, Nebraska, Montana, Wyoming, Arizona, New Mexico, North Dakota, Minnesota, Ohio and Arkansas as well as a Certified Quality Manager/Organizational Excellence (ASQ). thomas_hartmann@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Jeff Benham, AIA, LEED AP
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Associate
Jeff Benham, Senior Associate in the Denver office, brings to Marx|Okubo over 25 years of full-service architectural design experience, including programming, conceptual design, design development, construction documents, bidding administration, construction administration and project close-out. His responsibilities include pre-construction project reviews, property condition assessments and construction loan management. Preconstruction project reviews include detailed review and analysis of proposed building systems, components and assemblies with an emphasis on water intrusion prevention and sound transmission control and mitigation. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Jeff managed multiple projects across a variety of building types in both the public and private sectors. He spent significant time in higher education, including Colorado State University where he managed research laboratories and student housing projects. Jeff was also a partner in a private architectural practice, where he successfully guided commercial office building projects and multifamily developments through local planning processes and into full construction and owner occupancy, including tenant fit-out in many instances. He holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture degree from the University of Idaho. Jeff is a licensed architect in Colorado as well as a LEED Accredited Professional and member of the American Institute of Architects. jeff_benham@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Max Reiner, NCARB, LEED AP, RA
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Associate
Max Reiner, Senior Associate in the Denver office, performs architectural consulting, property condition assessments, owner’s representation services, construction loan monitoring and project management. He has approximately 15 years of experience, and prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Max worked on multifamily, urban infill and mixed-use architecture projects in positions reponsible for design, production and contract administration. He enjoys all aspects of this profession and finds the biggest rewards are working with clients and colleagues, fleshing out design ideas, proactively solving problems, constantly learning and sharing new ideas, and meeting challenging project goals. Max holds a bachelor’s degree in wildlife biology from Colorado State University and a master’s degree in architecture and landscape architecture from the University of Colorado. He is a licensed architect in Colorado, certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, a LEED Accredited Professional since 2004, and is a member of the American Institute of Architects. max_reiner@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Joe Hosek, AIA, NCARB
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Senior Associate
Joe Hosek, Senior Associate in Marx|Okubo’s Denver office, specializes in pre-construction project reviews (with an emphasis on water intrusion prevention and sound transmission control/mitigation), property condition assessments, owner’s representation and construction loan management. He brings over 24 years of full-service architectural design and project management experience including programming, concept design, design development, construction documents, bidding administration and project closeout. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Joe was involved with design and management of multiple projects across a variety of building types including high-rise resort hospitality, commercial mixed-use, higher and K-12 education, luxury high-rise condominium and other commercial sector projects. Additionally, as a former director of development and construction for a firm specializing in hospitality, retail and senior living facilities, Joe contributes his unique perspective and skill set to every project that includes expertise in project proforma review, entitlement navigation and professional services procurement. Joe holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental design and master’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado – Denver. He is also a licensed architect in Colorado, certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards, and a member of the American Institute of Architects. joe_hosek@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Khara Lockman
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Associate
Khara Lockman, Associate in the Denver office, is responsible for a broad range of services, including property condition assessments, construction loan monitoring, owner’s representation, detailed cost analysis, construction project management, observation services and preconstruction project reviews. Recent experience with the firm includes loan monitoring of a $320 million mountain resort; project management for a hotel renovation; and structural-construction quality inspections and repair design for water damage restoration. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Khara owned an AutoCAD consulting business and worked as a structural designer for a pre-stressed concrete manufacturer. She also managed government-subsidized housing, where she attended AHMA training and assured compliance with REAC physical inspections. Khara holds a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering from the University of Wyoming and is a registered engineer in training and a member of Women in Design. khara_lockman@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Scott Rank, PE, AIA
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Associate
Scott Rank, Associate in the Denver office, performs construction loan monitoring, owner’s representation, construction project management, repair project management, property condition assessments, sustainability reviews, pre-construction project reviews and construction cost analysis on a variety of building types. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, he worked for a full-service consulting, engineering, construction and operations firm as a project engineer and field engineer. In these positions, he created and maintained construction budgets and schedules; effectively communicated field conflicts; proposed solutions to design engineers and architects to achieve timely and costeffective results; and provided technical guidance and direction to all field craft and subcontractors in accordance with project documents, including oversight of quality control and safety standards. Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from Northeastern University and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado - Denver. He is both a licensed professional engineer and licensed architect in Colorado, as well as a LEED Accredited Professional. scott_rank@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Jessica L. Weyandt, AIA
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Associate
Jessica Weyandt, Associate in Marx|Okubo’s Denver office, is a project lead for new construction and existing building condition analyses. She is a participating member of Marx|Okubo’s sustainability division, with a specialty in resilience. After her graduate studies, Jessica began her work with Marx|Okubo as a project coordinator, where she assisted on new construction and existing building condition analyses. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Jessica was employed by two architecture and engineering design firms, where she interned within the administrative, architectural and engineering fields, assisting with contract writing, bidding organization, drawing and cut sheet development, site and facility code and condition assessments, and project client coordination. During graduate school, she was employed as a sustainability coordinator, with responsibilities ranging from LEED and Enterprise Green Communities certifications to the development of water, energy, and waste production and use calculation models. She holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado – Denver, where she has also completed additional coursework in sustainability infrastructure. Jessica is a licensed architect in Wisconsin, is certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and is a member of the American Institute of Architects. jessica_weyandt@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Sarah B. Bergstrom, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Associate
Sarah Bergstrom, Associate in the Denver office, performs owner’s representation and construction loan monitoring on Class A office buildings, hotels and residential towers, specializing in hi-tech, alternative or experimental construction systems, special projects and historic preservation. Sarah also performs pre-construction project reviews, parking garage assessments and repair evaluations, property condition assessments and disabled-accessibility reviews. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Sarah was a municipal project inspector, performing constructability reviews and field observations to identify and mitigate risk throughout the construction process. As a project engineer for a major commercial construction company, Sarah coordinated projects in excess of $70 million from contractor bids through closeout. In 2013, Sarah had the privilege to serve as a construction analyst for the Federal Government to assist survivors of Hurricane Sandy by assessing damage to homes and businesses and estimating costs to repair or replace the structures. Sarah holds a bachelor’s degree in fine furniture design from Metropolitan State College of Denver, a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Colorado - Denver, and a certificate in construction management from Colorado State University. Sarah is also a licensed architect in Colorado and is certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. In addition, she is a LEED Accredited Professional with the BD+C specialty and a member of the American Institute of Architects. sarah_bergstrom@marxokubo.com
Team Members
NAME
Jamie Rivera, PE, LEED AP
LOCATION
Denver, Colorado
POSITION
Associate
Jamie Rivera, Mechanical Engineer based in Marx|Okubo’s Denver office, is a member of the firm’s mechanical engineering group. She conducts reviews of systems for new and renovation construction, construction monitoring of new and existing properties as part of condition assessments for both capital needs assessments and equity or debt transactions, and she also performs energy audits. Her experience extends to a range of commercial and residential property types. Prior to joining Marx|Okubo, Jamie worked in New York with engineering consulting firms as a mechanical engineer. In these positions, Jamie collaborated with architects and other engineers to develop construction drawings for new construction projects, as well as created layout/design of mechanical, plumbing and fire protection systems. Jamie has specialized in energy work with a history of performing energy analyses and technical reviews for New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Puerto Rican Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (PRASA) and Westchester County. Jamie holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Yale University. She is a licensed professional engineer in Colorado, LEED Green Associate and a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) through the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). In addition, she is a member of AEE, the U.S. Green Building Council and the American Society of Heating Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (ASHRAE). jamie_rivera@marxokubo.com
Clients
Intelligent and insightful. Private and public.
Clients Marx|Okubo meets the needs of a wide range of private and public clients with architecturaland engineering-based project management, due diligence, and owner’s and lender’s representation services. Our clients include intelligent, insightful firms all over the world.
Below is a small list of representative clients.
Affiliations
Affiliations The staff at Marx|Okubo are active members of many professional and civic organizations. This keeps us current with changes in the building industry and allows us access to a wealth of information. Below is a partial list of organizations we belong to.
AAMA American Architectural Manufacturers Association ACI American Concrete Institute AEE Association of Energy Engineers AEI Architectural Engineering Institute AIA American Institute of Architects AISC American Institute of Steel Construction ANSI American National Standards Institute ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers ASTM International (formerly American Society of Testing and Materials) BEC Building Envelope Council BOMA Building Owners and Managers Association CAI Community Associations Institute CCIM Institute Certified Commercial Investment Member Institute CSI Construction Specifications Institute EERI Earthquake Engineering Research Institute (Energy Star Partner) FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency ICC International Code Council NCARB National Council of Architectural Registration Boards NFPA National Fire Protection Association NIBS National Institute of Building Sciences NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association SEAOC Structural Engineers Association of California SEI Structural Engineers Institute SWRI Sealant Waterproofing and Restoration Institute ULI Urban Land Institute USGBC US Green Building Council
Locations
Locations
Seattle, WA
New York, NY San Francisco, CA
Denver, CO
Pasadena, CA Orange County, CA
Atlanta, GA Dallas, TX Houston, TX
455 Sherman Street, Suite 200, Denver, CO 80203
303.861.0300
1904 Third Avenue, Suite 525, Seattle, WA 98101
206.621.9122
444 Spear Street, Suite 205, San Francisco, CA 94105
415.957.9240
225 S. Lake Avenue, Suite 1185, Pasadena, CA 91101
626.792.6842
4 Hutton Centre Drive, Suite 950, Santa Ana, CA 92707
949.660.8908
1431 Greenway Drive, Suite 410, Irving, TX 75038
972.580.0300
1160 Dairy Ashford Road, Suite 150, Houston, TX 77079
713.659.1175
41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 640, Atlanta, GA 30346
770.407.2900
445 Hamilton Avenue, Suite 404, White Plains, NY 10601
914.269.5700
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