Our Experts

Mr. Sanborn is a Licensed Professional Engineer with nearly 20 years of extensive experience in engineering, construction, project management, program management, government policy development & management, leadership, and the maritime operations community.

Mr. Sanborn is licensed multiple states all across the county (from Virginia to Alaska with multiple states in between) and has with experience providing expert cradle-to-grave construction project management, casualty response & remediation, and integrated program management with extensive engineering, leadership, and management experience involving military, maritime, commercial & industrial applications as well as in residential design review & construction.

Mr. Forbes has 30 years of experience in Civil and Environmental Engineering and is particularly experienced in design management including new facility site planning, infrastructure rehabilitation and redevelopment, sewage system design, environmental protection, and construction surveillance.

He has managed numerous facility planning, design, and building efforts in Virginia, North Carolina, and Maryland. Additionally, he has managed projects in Italy, Puerto Rico, and Cuba for the U.S. Navy. A significant part of this experience has involved the determination of adequacy of existing facilities for existing or intended uses, compliance with codes, regulations and standards, and suitability for continued use.

Mr. Forbes is also a Board-Certified Engineer in Water Supply/Wastewater and performs forensic analysis of civil, structural, product defects, waterfront structure and environmental engineering failures.  In addition, he is a Certified XL Tribometrist with experience in investigating slip and fall and trip and fall accidents.

Dana F. Shave, P. E. is a Professional Engineer licensed in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Virginia, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama and New York. He is also a Licensed General Contractor in North Carolina. He is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth with a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has more than 45 years of experience in high quality, highly engineered products and complex large-scale engineering services.

During Mr. Shave’s career, he has been employed in various engineering, design and manufacturing organizations included aircraft, aerospace and the power industry where he has held positions in engineering and design, project engineering, project management, business development and senior executive (division management and general management) positions. A common thread within his employment has been his continuing involvement with high quality, highly specialized engineering products and services for critical service applications. In his spare time, he plays “attempted golf”.

Mr. Callewaert’s professional career includes over 35 years of experience in the field of heavy equipment design engineering, testing, and failure analysis. Mr. Callewaert is a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia and Wisconsin. He received a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical engineering from Michigan Technological University and a Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bradley University. Craig is a Certified Project Management Professional (PMP). He has also been a Certified Operator of cranes, forklifts, telehandlers, backhoes, wheel loaders, aerial work platforms (AWP), and compaction equipment.

Mr. Lawson is a Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator as well as a Certified Marine Investigator. Mr. Lawson’s background includes fire service, law enforcement, and private industry work that spans over 25 years. Mr. Lawson served on local and state law enforcement levels before his time in the private industry with a major insurance carrier.

Mr. Lawson is not only skilled in the public sector, but also in the insurance industry where he spent ten years with the SIU fire division of a major insurance company. During his tenure as an insurance professional, Mr. Lawson held the titles of fire investigator, and lead fire investigator, and participated in the leadership development program.

Mr. Lawson has testified in both state and federal courts as an expert witness in both fire and marine investigations. Mr. Lawson has held certifications as a police officer, firefighter 1 and 2, fire inspector 1 and 2, HAZ-MAT, Certified Marine Investigator, Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator and LA Certified Fire Investigator. During his tenure as a state investigator, Mr. Lawson was selected as the 2004 LA Investigator of the year through the Louisiana Chapter of IAAI.

Mr. Lopera earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Florida and is pursuing a Master’s degree in Structural and Geotechnical Engineering from the University of Central Florida.

He is a licensed Professional Engineer and brings over eleven years of experience as a structural engineer for hundreds of projects including churches, office buildings, amenity centers, multi-family buildings and custom ocean-front homes. Mr. Lopera is fluent in Spanish.

Erich Roscher, PE, CBO is a Professional Engineer and Certified Building Official with a diverse background in all aspects of building design & construction.

Mr. Roscher has over 10 years of experience in the building structural and construction industries. He has a diverse experience in residential, commercial, and industrial design and construction with projects all over the world. He specializes in light frame construction, high wind zone design, and code analysis. Erich serves as the structural collapse lead for the local rescue squad as a Safety Assessment Program Evaluator through CalOES and FEMA Structural Specialist through the Army Corps of Engineers.

Mr. Richardson has over 23 years of engineering experience spanning both the public and private sectors. He is the Owner/Principal of Richardson Engineering & Forensics, PLLC, and he has over 17 years in Civil Structural Forensics and 6 years in Roadway Construction. Mr. Richardson’s experience includes storm damage evaluations (tornado, wind, and hail), roof covering damage, leak analysis (including fungal growth), foundation damage assessment (settlement, subsidence/ground movement, and sinkhole activity), vehicle and/or tree impact damage (residential, commercial, and roadway structures), vibration damage analysis (blasting and earthquake), and other forensic engineering investigations.

Mr. Alrafie is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the states of Florida, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, California, and Louisiana. Mr. Alrafie is the Founder and Principal Engineer at Slanted Engineering, LLC. Mr. Alrafie specializes in the determination of the cause, origin and duration of water losses associated with insurance claims. Mr. Alrafie has over 7 years of experience in the engineering, specification, and assessment of Mechanical systems serving residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial facilities. In this capacity he conducts site investigations and, when necessary, serves as an expert witness representing either the defendant or plaintiff when an insurance claim seeks resolution in court. Mr. Alrafie supports his opinions with results obtained from published research studies of which he is a contributing author.

Mr. De Jesus attended the Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, and he is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in 19 states. Mr. De Jesus is a bilingual engineer who stays updated on the latest industry trends and certifications with experience in a variety of facets such as civil and structural engineering, forensic engineering, construction management, equipment maintenance, and regulatory compliance. He is also a Registered Roof Consultant (RRC), and a Certified Professional Building Designer (CPBD). He has analyzed residential and commercial properties via forensic studies to determine their structural integrity and/or failure and prepared repair and improvement plans. Amongst the portfolio of studies he has conducted are roofing and exterior cladding, structural components, and interior coverings, project sites, and evaluation of contractors engaged in installing exterior weatherproofing membranes, metal roofing, and lining applications. His project experience includes civil and structural design for new construction, remodeling, and remedial repairs on both residential and commercial properties to guarantee compliance with design specifications and with an increased focus on sustainability and green building practices.

Stephanie manages and facilitates projects and operations within the company. Her work includes overseeing the daily operations, client relations, and quality assurance for the firm.

Stephanie is continuing her education in Business Administration and Project Management.  She also enjoys helping in our laboratory when she has the chance.  In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and enjoying live music.