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Our Vision
• Maintain customer satisfaction through expert, timely, and consistent service
• Perform as a Best Place to Work through open communication, respect, inclusivity, training, benefits, and fairness
• Participate as a pillar in our communities through charities, education, and sustainability
Our Team
Manuel Morales, PE, CPHC
President
Manuel Morales graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from INTEC in the Dominican Republic and is a Registered Professional Engineer with over twenty years of building envelope experience including inspections, consulting, testing and structural design of façade, cladding, roofing, and waterproofing systems. Mr. Morales’ specialties include Building Code compliance, building forensics, moisture resistance design, and hurricane resistance design. Mr. Morales is also a PHIUS Certified Passive House Consultant.
Cristina Moreno, EI
Vice President
Cristina Moreno graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Florida International University. She has over 14 years of experience in engineering, consulting, inspections and field testing of building envelope components ranging from glass and glazing systems to waterproofing, roofing and exterior wall cladding. She has an excellent ability to work with any team to effectively accomplish project goals.
Guillermo Echezabal
Senior Consultant
Mr. Echezabal brings over 31+ years of experience. He became a Florida Certified General Contractor in 1984 and has worked as an Architectural Project Manager providing field quality control and producing full project specification for various architecture firms. He focuses on the prevention of water intrusion into commercial structures. He serves on the Broward County Board of Rules and Appeals, Roofing and Fire subcommittees and was president of the Ft. Lauderdale Chapter of CSI.
Paul Catledge, PE
Senior Engineer
Mr. Catledge is a Professional Engineer registered in multiple states int he eastern United States. Florida, Indiana, Texas, Kentucky, Michigan, Louisiana, and New York, are a few of them. He has over 16+ years of engineering experience including structural analysis and design of bridges, geotechnical analysis, design and inspection of foundation systems, as well as glass and glazing systems. Mr. Catledge also has nine (9) years of experience overseeing construction materials testing and structural inspections.
Jude Sosa
Testing Department Manager
Jude Sosa holds an Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology. He has over 19+ years of experience in field and laboratory testing, and Quality Control inspections of building envelope components ranging from glass and glazing to exterior cladding and waterproofing. Mr. Sosa’s expertise includes conducting and overseeing tests per industry standards including AAMA, ASTM and the Florida Building Code’s Testing Application Standards (TAS).
Jose Martin Rodriguez, CGC
Glazing Consultant
Jose Rodriguez is Project Glazing Consultant with over 27 years of experience in the glass and glazing industry including project management, components selection, shop drawing and submittal review, production supervision, and architectural design. Mr. Rodriguez holds a Bachelor’s in Architecture from Universidad Catolica Madre Y Maestra in Dominican Republic, and he is a Certified General Contractor in the State of Florida.
Jorge Jimenez, PE
Vice President
Jorge Jimenez graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from INTEC in the Dominican Republic. He has over 7+ years of experience in construction engineering having worked in various industries ranging from residential, building, and infrastructure by managing projects and performing field site inspections.
Yanira Roman
Financial Controller
Yanira Roman attended Evangel University in Springfield, MO and also Northeastern University in her hometown of Boston, MA majoring in both Accounting and Business Management. In her 25+ years of financial experience she has worked in all aspects of accounting including AR, AP, Budgeting, and Financial Reporting. She also handles all administrative and Human Resources related inquiries. yroman@facadenvelope.com
Joel Tipton
Business Development and Sales Manager
Joel Tipton graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management from the University of Central Lancashire. In 2014 made the move to Palm Beach Gardens from Darlington, England. Joel has a wealth of experience in sales, negotiation, and relationship development . Joel is always looking for great networking opportunities and a game of golf. You can contact him at jtipton@facadenvelope.com
Yunior Vazquez, CGC
Senior Consultant
Yunior Vazquez graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the CUJAE in Cuba. Mr. Vazquez has more than 16 years of professional experience in the design and construction industry and has been a Certified General Contractor in the State of Florida since 2015. His areas of expertise include the building envelope project consulting, inspections, and field testing of building envelope systems such as glass and glazing, waterproofing, roofing, and exterior wall cladding. His short-term goal is to be accredited by the IIBEC as a Registered Exterior Wall Consultant.
Ricardo Paredes, EI
Head of Operations
Ricardo Paredes graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from INTEC in the Dominican Republic. He has a Master's Degree in Building Constructions: Management. He also has over 5 years of experience in construction management, supervision and budget control. Ricardo has the ability to motivate teams, manage resources and lead operational productivity. Ricardo successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam and is pursuing a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Jhariel Tello, EI
Project Manager / Project Consultant
Jhariel Tello has over 8 years of experience specializing in building-envelope systems. He has overseen façade and envelope inspections, QA/QC, and technical coordination on projects across the U.S., Dominican Republic, Cayman Islands, Costa Rica, the Bahamas, and China. His expertise spans roofing, waterproofing (below and above grade), cladding, glazing, and window assemblies. He earned his B.S. in Civil Engineering from INTEC (Dominican Republic) and completed his Master’s in Operations and Engineering with Drones. He also holds an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential and is actively pursuing his Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
Badres Castillo, EI
Forensics and Testing Associate
Badres Castillo graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of South Florida. He hopes to utilize his skills and engineering knowledge for the public good. His adaptability coupled with his eagerness to observe and learn allows him to thrive in our team. Badres possesses the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license and is pursuing his Professional Engineer license.
Juan Carlos Ortiz, EI
Building Envelope Inspector
Juan Carlos Ortiz holds a Bachelor of Science from INTEC in the Dominican Republic. With over five years of experience in civil engineering, including more than two as a building envelope inspector, he continuously hones his expertise and his eye for detail. Juan Carlos holds an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license and is actively pursuing his Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, demonstrating his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
Mateo Setty, Assoc. AIA
Project Consultant
Mateo Setty graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Design from Academy of Art University in San Francisco. He has developed a passion for design development and passive sustainable building systems, originating from vernacular precedents. Born and raised in New York City, studying in San Francisco, and establishing myself in Miami has given him great exposure to different environments which expanded his design perspective.
Hammerly Acevedo
Building Envelope Inspector
Hammerly Acevedo graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from UNIBE in the Dominican Republic, with a focus on Sustainable Design and Urban Planning. He is an accomplished professional with 10 years of experience in project design, oversight, and inspection, covering different industries and phases of architectural projects, from concept to completion. His expertise in ensuring quality and efficiency, combined with strong leadership, critical thinking, and project management skills, enables him to thrive in collaborative team environments.
ABOUT US
Since 2013, we have been committed to providing unparalleled service to our clients, initially in South Florida and now worldwide. As a comprehensive building envelope consulting firm, we collaborate with developers, contractors, engineers, consultants, and building departments. With a mission to deliver top-notch consulting services aligned with industry standards, we are committed to prioritizing our clients' reputations and ongoing development. Our expertise spans engineering consulting, ensuring compliance with codes and standards for innovative designs. Our team's experience in engineering design, consulting, and field inspections allows us to consider constructability during the design and review process. As forensic building consultants, we specialize in investigating and recommending solutions for building defects that affect structural integrity, serving architects, engineers, and building contractors. Additionally, we provide glazing and waterproofing services, focusing on wall systems and offering inspections to ensure project requirements are met and final products are tested appropriately for new and existing buildings.
We use our engineering expertise to ensure the enhancement of our communities and the continued success of our clients.
EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO
Grounded in the principles of excellence and effective communication, we aid architects in schematic design review, material selection, transition design, and ensuring design criteria are reflected in subcontractor documents. Our inspection and field testing services ensure the quality of installation and workmanship by monitoring surface preparation, materials, procedures, and adherence to approved documents. Our commitment to environmental building involves partnerships in energy optimization and user comfort, educating the community on sustainable design factors. Services encompass thermal comfort, natural lighting, ventilation, HVAC systems, energy audits, and compliance with environmental certifications such as LEED v4, BREEAM, and PASSIVHAUS. We prioritize life safety, property protection, energy efficiency, and user well-being in our building envelope consulting, inspection, testing, and environmental services. Let us put our building science expertise to use for your comfort and satisfaction.