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The Forensic Building Consultants Team

We are proud of the fact that people describe members of our team with words like “smart”, “dedicated”, “flexible” and “responsive”. The Forensic team is comprised of people who are passionate about making a difference in the world. Their blend of technical and practical skills provide an exceptional connection across the network of Architects, Engineers and Contractors engaged in the design to build process.

Matt Smith
President

Toby White
Vice President

Gabe WhiteDirector of Investigative & Litigation Services

Eric Hand LEED BD+C
Director of Operations

Frankie Smith
Director of Finance & Administration

Lindsay Day J.D.
Project Coordinator

Robert Cunningham
Senior Sales Consultant

Jerry Gomoll
Building Science Consultant

Tom Stackaruk
Intermountain West Service Representative

Tim Lunsford
Building Science Consultant

Adam Robins
Building Science Consultant

Rob LoPiccolo.
Building Science Consultant

Chris Smith
Office Coordinator

Michael Green
Technical Services Manager

Kelley Pearsall
Sales & Marketing Assistant

Nick McElmurry
Building Science Technician

Chad Fackler
Building Science Consultant

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Oski & Odin
Beagle Brigade Investigative Team

A proven professional with 15 years experience in the waterproofing and construction industry, Matt Smith is recognized as one of the Portland area’s premier field investigators of moisture-related intrusion into building envelopes. His experience with waterproofing, construction methodology, defect and material troubleshooting, and knowledge of building code and manufacturers’ specifications has involved him in hundreds of construction defect cases providing litigation support and expert witness testimony. Mr. Smith and Forensic Building continue to lead the local industry in a long overdue focus for incorporating sound building science principles and practices in the design and execution of building projects.

My role at Forensic
The voice of the customer, the vision keeper and the glue

My favorite Forensic moment
Tuesday morning production meetings. I think it's pretty cool to be me right at that moment when I address the staff. I realize every time how lucky I am to be surrounded by such great people that make Forensic the great company it is.

My favorite album
Soul mining - The The

My favorite place to eat in Portland
There's a place I frequent called the Smith House. My wife is a fantastic cook!

Little known factoid
Matt serves on the Board of Directors at Thomas Edison High School, a school dedicated to educating children with learning differences. Additionally, Matt is a very gifted multi-instrument musician and composer who has performed on tour in locations throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Mr. White is among the foremost authorities on building envelopes and building science in the Pacific Northwest. With a historic understanding of the evolution of building materials and encyclopedic knowledge of building codes, Toby provides comprehensive research of product performance, approved application techniques, forensic evaluation of failed construction materials, as well as setting industry standards for testing methodology. Toby is certified by the International Code Council® as a commercial building inspector.

My role at Forensic
Making everybody better at what they do

My favorite album
ACDC - For Those About To Rock

My role model
Sun Tzu

My favorite place to eat in Portland
LE PIGEON, by far, no comparison

Little known factoid
Placed 3rd in the 2004 State Games of Oregon in Arm Wrestling

Gabe brings more than 10 years of experience as an expert in stucco materials and exterior insulation and finish systems. As a co-owner and production manager of a construction foam and building supply company, he worked extensively with architects and contractors designing and correctly installing exterior building materials. Gabe has a passion for detail and commitment for "doing things right."

My role at Forensic
DRI Team Leader

My favorite album
Jack Johnson

My favorite food
Sushi

My role model
Bits and pieces of everyone around me

Little known factoid
He raises alpacas. He has also spun wool into yarn and knit a hat with it. Not pretty, but it keeps his head warm.

Bronx native, Eric moved to Oregon 2 years ago after working at renown historic preservation firms in San Francisco and Washington, DC and receiving a B.A. in Architecture from U.C. Berkeley. As a preservation architect, Eric conducted condition assessments, produced design documents & specifications, and oversaw repairs and conservation treatments to many of our nation's landmarks, including Mission San Juan Capistrano, the U.S. Supreme Court Building, and the U.S. Capitol Building.

At Forensic, Eric is a building science consultant and project manager focusing on investigations, condition assessments, and rehabilliations of existing structures in Oregon & Utah. Eric is a LEED BD+C accreddited professional and serves as a Commissioner on the Corvallis Historic Resources Commission. In his free time, Eric is an avid skier and traveler with his fiance, Olivia and the proud father of two rescue beagles, Oski & Odin.

My role at Forensic
Building Science Consultant & Project Manager

Education & Certifications
B.A. Architecture, University of California, Berkeley
LEED Building Design & Construction Accredited Professional
Commissioner on Corvallis, OR Historic Resources Commission

Top 5 Desert Island Albums
461 Ocean Boulevard - Eric Clapton
August & Everything After - Counting Crows
The Last Waltz - The Band
Layla & Other Assorted Love Songs - Derek and the Dominos
Yield - Pearl Jam

Cool Places I've Visited
Iceland, The Alps, Machu Picchu, The Galapogos Islands

My favorite place to eat in Portland
Salt & Straw

Little known factoids
Eric attended Woodstock 1989.... yes.... '89
Eric was a national champion on Cal's heavyweight crew team.

With over 13 years of experience as an accounting professional Frankie serves as Financial Controller, Office Manager and head of Human Resources. She is a dedicated professional and a stickler for details. She is known as “The Inspector”. Her extensive experience in the construction industry continues to ensure that clients are well served and that day-to-day operations at Forensic run exceptionally well.

My role at Forensic
Director of Finance & Administration

My favorite album
Any 80’s rock!!!!

My favorite place to eat in Portland
El gaucho – Great lemon drops

Lindsay Day, Forensic's Project Coordinator, loves the opportunity her position affords her to directly communicate with our customers -- not to mention the view of the Willamette River from her desk. Lindsay holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and is a recent University of Oregon law school graduate. Her education and background in non-profit law prepared her well to maintain attorney case files but it is her unmatched skill coordinating schedules between principals and investigators that earned her the nickname "The Juggler.” Lindsay's commitment to helping others shines through in her day-to-day interactions with everyone within and outside of the office.

My role at Forensic
Team Coordinator, J.D.

My favorite place to eat in Portland
Via Tribunali

My favorite Sunday morning activity
Brunch @ 23 Hoyt & NFL Football

Little known factoid
I bleed Green & Yellow for my Oregon Ducks

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My role at Forensic
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My favorite album
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My role model
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My favorite place to eat in Portland
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Little known factoid
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As a Portland native of 47 years, Jerry has a construction background stretching back to his early teens working with his Father on rental homes and apartments. Previous to joining Forensics' venerable group of technicians, Jerry worked for RH Construction for 11 years starting as an apprentice carpenter and rising through the ranks to Project Superintendent in the Restorations division. Among many notable career benchmarks, Jerry has worked on two of the largest construction restoration projects in the state, and high end residential homes in the northwest

My role at Forensic
Building Science Consultant

My favorite album
Hotel California By the Eagles.

My favorite Sunday morning activity
Hot home cooked breakfast.

My favorite place to eat in Portland
Kernville Steak House.

Little known factoid
I listen to Dr. Laura.

Tom Stackaruk, Weber State Alum & Former Football Coach, currently serves as Forensic's Intermountain West Service Representative, after spending 20+ years on the Weber State football staff. Tom is Forensic's "on the ground" representative for our Utah, Idaho and Colorado projects. His many duties include client outreach & relations management, preliminary investigation and assessment, and maintenance & reserve study plans.

My role at Forensic
Intermountain West Service Representative

My favorite Sunday morning activity
Watching Football

My favorite place to eat in Salt Lake City
Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana

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LinkedIn Application URL
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/49624862

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Robert LoPiccolo brings 6 years of construction defect experience, to the Forensic team as a Building Science Consultant. A Portland transplant originally from Texas, Rob has enjoyed his last twelve years living and working in downtown Northwest. After attending Texas Tech, Rob obtained a degree in design communication. He now leads the innovation at Forensic as our company continues to grow and succeed in the construction defect industry. His attention to detail carries over to his personal life where he is a motorcycle aficionado as well as culinary wizard.

My role at Forensic
Building Science Consultant and graphic designer

My Little Known Factoid
Rob has killed more virtual bucks than anyone

Favorite Portland Spot
North 45

Favorite iPhone Game
Clash of Clans

Chris joins the Forensic family as Office Coordinator, eager to be a part of a team that is dedicated to making clients and other team members happy. After living on the Oregon Coast Chris decided to forego the rain and sand and move back to the rain and pavement of Portland. With 5 years in retail managerial experience and 7 years experience in the construction rehabilitation industry, Chris was the perfect fit for ensuring clients’ and team members’ needs are met and the office runs smoothly day-to-day. When he’s not producing music or hibernating in the winter, Chris is searching for sunshine and playing disc golf. Chris also a desire to learn CAD drafting and design and would love to someday implement that into his work here at Forensic.

My role at Forensic
Office Coordinator

My favorite album
The Cure - Disintegration

Somewhere I’d like to visit
Alaska

My favorite artist
Maynard James Keenan

Michael is an Architectural Job Captain with extensive primary role experience in all levels of construction and contract documentation production. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and has practical knowledge of Commerical, Retail, Educational, Single and Multi-family Residental, Ecumenical, Institutional, and Civic project types. His sustainable project involvement includes a new LEED Silver Middle School in Corvallis, OR and a LEED Certified retail center in Medford, OR. In addition to his technical services role as part of Forensic's BEC Team, he is also a principal resource for vital 3D visualizations in Sketch-Up and frequent color renderings.

My role at Forensic
Technical Services Manager and Master Drafter

My Little Known Factoid
Michael has voyaged into the Bermuda Triangle and returned to tell about it.

Favorite Portland Restaurant
The Takahashi

Favorite Sunday Morning Activity
Getting up early to watch F1 Racing live.

Favorite Alubm
Alphaville's 1984 debut album, 'Forever Young'

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My role at Forensic
Sales & Marketing

My favorite thing to cook
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My favorite music to listen to
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Having recently graduated from Oregon State University with a degree in Civil Engineering,Nick McElmurry joins the Forensic team as a Building Science Technician. Nick brings a variety of experience to our construction defect team including providing design services to Oregon State University, providing maintenance recommendations for institutional buildings, as well as testing buildings for seismic analysis. Nick grew up in Oregon, reguarly backpacking over Mt. Hood and has plans to stay here continuing to learn and perfect his expertise in the construction defect field and as a home brewer, take advantage of Oregon's numerous local breweries.

My role at Forensic
Building Science Technician

My favorite thing to cook
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LinkedIn Application URL
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/49624862

Our Portland, Oregon based National Building Science & Construction Consulting Firm is seeking skilled and experienced Forensic Building Building Science Consultants to join our highly regarded and nationally recognized team of professionals. The ideal candidate will possess experience with the analysis of building envelope failures and rehabilitation of residential, commercial, and institutional structures. Preference will be given to candidates that hold professional licenses in structural, civil, mechanical or architecture. Applicants with degrees in engineering, architecture, science, and construction engineering or management are also encouraged to apply.

As much as deep technical skills are critical for us, the people in our firm are individuals who are professional, disciplined, and trusted listeners who leave their egos at the door. Attitude and cultural fit come first here at Forensic.... and we have fun. If interested please apply at the LinkedIn Application URL below.

LinkedIn Application URL
https://www.linkedin.com/jobs2/view/49624862

Forensic's very own beagle brigade investigative team, with an acute sense of smell and voracious and indiscerning appetites, conducts our crawlspace investigations and assist in disposal of the office's kitchen leftovers.

My role at Forensic
Investigating smells and finding long lost food remnants

Little Known Factoid
Oski & Odin attended a renowned research university in the Washington DC area where they contributed to finding a cure for human hookworm.

Favorite Portland Spot
Sniff Dog Hotel & Lucky Labrador Brewing Co.

Favorite Dog Park
Alton Baker Dog Park in Eugene

Favorite Website
www.beaglefreedomproject.com

Matt Smith President

Toby WhiteVice President

Gabe WhiteDirector of Investigative & Litigation Services

Eric Hand LEED BD+C Director of Operations

Frankie Smith Director of Finance & Administration

Lindsay Day J.D. Project Coordinator

Robert Cunningham Senior Sales Consultant

Jerry GomollBuilding Science Consultant

Tom Stackaruk Intermountain West Service Representative

Tim Lunsford Building Science Consultant

Adam Robins Building Science Consultant

Rob LoPiccolo.Building Science Consultant

Chris SmithOffice Coordinator

Michael Green Technical Services Manager

Kelley Pearsall Sales & Marketing Assistant

Nick McElmurry Building Science Technician

Chad Fackler Building Science Consultant

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Oski & Odin Beagle Brigade Investigative Team