ROAR ENGINEERING - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
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Adrienne joined the Barrie team in September 2020 as an Admin Assistant, providing organization and clerical duties such as answering phones & emails, preparing reports from dictations, office correspondence, filing etc. This role allows her passion for Customer Service, communication, organization and teamwork to shine. Adrienne graduated from Fanshawe College (Tourism & Travel Program) with previous work experience including cruise ship, resorts, tourism offices, and most recently 13 years as an International Travel Consultant/Manager.
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- ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST
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- Design Manager for the Barrie
Andrew is the Design Manager for the Barrie office, specializing in drafting, residential design, code knowledge and building science. Andrew graduated from Humber College with a diploma of Architectural Technology. Andrew worked under local architects for over a decade prior to joining the forensic engineering team, and has over 15 years combined experience in the construction industry.
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- ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
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Ashish has over 7 years of experience in industrial machine, safety, maintenance and automation. He has been involved in several Root Cause Failure Analysis and investigations of electrical failures on industrial equipment. He uses his technical knowledge and analytical thinking skills for solving difficult problems and providing most efficient solutions. He is always looking to gain more knowledge and currently focusing on gaining experience in forensic and electrical engineering.
Job Titles:
- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
- Administrative Assistant at the Barrie Office
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Ashley recently joined the ROAR team as an Administrative Assistant at the Barrie Office. Graduating from Mohawk College with a diploma in Legal Office Administration and previous Administrative/Data Entry experience, Ashley brings thorough knowledge of office policies and procedures, high attention to detail and excellent customer service skills.
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- MANAGER, VEHICLE and EQUIPMENT FIRES View Full BIO
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER View Full BIO
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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Jacob is an honours graduate of the University of Guelph with a Bachelors in Environmental Engineering. Jacob is a determined and creative worker with an unwavering dedication to providing timely work of superior quality. He specializes in structural design for new construction and structural repair/retrofit of buildings and miscellaneous structures, as well as determinations of cause of loss in a variety of residential, commercial, and agricultural structure failures. Jacob's experience in low impact design, civil engineering, residential/commercial design and structural evaluations makes him uniquely qualified for the forensic engineering industry.
Job Titles:
- MANAGING PARTNER, FIRE / ELECTRICAL INVESTIGATIONS
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Jason has over 18 years of experience in forensic and electrical engineering. In this time he has been involved in nearly 2000 fire, explosion or electrical failure investigations as the lead investigator or in a peer review capacity. He has led a successful team of up to 5 Engineers and was responsible for the training and mentoring of numerous engineers in the forensic engineering industry. Jason has developed excellent working relationships with his clients and peers throughout the industry as a result of his honest and fair moral character and his adherence to ethical principles. He has been qualified as an expert witness in numerous formal judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings.
Job Titles:
- CFO & GM
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Jeff has over 15 years of professional experience in the financial and manufacturing industries. As Chief Financial Officer and General Manager, Jeff provides both operational and program support for Roar Engineering. He has extensive experience meeting targets in costing, financial management, budgeting, forecasting and inventory control. Jeff approaches negotiations collaboratively with both business agents and individuals at all organizational levels.
Job Titles:
- OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
- TECHNICAL WRITER
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Kamila joined Roar Engineering in June 2022 as the Technical Writer and Office Administrator. Her background in administration and technical writing includes writing SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) for various pharmaceutical companies and completing tasks such as answering the phone and responding to emails. This role allows Kamila to bring her passion for writing while drafting reports for our Engineers.
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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A graduate of Queen's University, Kevin Daly, P. Eng., is an ambitious, detail orientated engineer, who appreciates straightforward yet relaxed professional interactions with all colleagues and clients. Specializing in structural design for new construction, repair, retrofit, renovation and reconstruction of buildings, Kevin has reliably provided creative, cost effective, and timely solutions in the field of forensic engineering for almost a decade. Kevin enjoys the new challenges that are continuously presented which require strategic thinking and a solutions-based design approach to address the full spectrum of insurance related claims causing structural damage to low rise commercial, industrial, and residential buildings every day in Ontario. In 2021, Kevin relocated back home to Ottawa and is excited for the opportunity to provide Insurers and their approved contractors throughout with high quality service throughout Eastern Ontario.
Job Titles:
- MATERIALS & METALLURGICAL ENGINEER
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Mark is a hardworking, detail-oriented problem solver who possesses a strong drive to seek the truth and is constantly striving to gain new knowledge. His passion for understanding how things work lead him to pursue an education in engineering, completing a B.Eng. and a Ph.D. in the field of Materials Engineering at McMaster University. This education, and related research experience, have provided Mark with a strong background in materials behaviour, including a deep understanding of metallurgical principles and failure analysis practices, and have instilled an ethical framework focused on providing unbiased analysis. Mark has been working in the field of forensic engineering since 2018 and has been involved in hundreds of investigations related to materials and metallurgical failures. He is very excited to advance his career in the field of forensic engineering and is eager to provide clients with dedicated service based on sound engineering principles.
Matthew has conducted over seven hundred fire investigations as lead investigator. He is an inveterate puzzle solver and has keen observational and analytical skills that make him ideally suited for Forensic Engineering. He is methodical and thorough in his investigation, documentation, analysis, research, and reporting. He is unbiased in his approach to each and every loss.
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- ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGIST
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Matt started with MFAL in February 2017. Matt has an Environmental Technologist Diploma from Fleming College and draws on a lifetime of experience to complete various tasks at the Barrie office. Matt handles the environmental claims including water loss cause and origin evaluations, mould, asbestos, DSS, VOCs, smoke, nuisance odours, moisture mapping and monitoring, preliminary product failure evaluations, flooring damage assessments, animal infestations, and more. Matt has completed the previously mentioned evaluations in residential, commercial, and institutional facilities including multiple long term care facilities.
Matt works closely with Mike providing assistance with fire evaluations, evidence recovery and inspections, burn testing, product sourcing, microscopic evaluations and destructive examination support. Matt also provides assistance to the structural department on large claims and when safety concerns are present.
Matt has developed good relationships with municipalities and restoration contractors in our service area who frequently refer Matt for IAQ assessments or other environmental related assignments. Matt receives private claims based on a reputation of identifying the direct source of the problems which have often eluded other professionals.
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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Michael has over 6 years of experience within the construction industry. He has past experience completing structural design for drainage infrastructure project across Canada as well as internationally. Michael has prior experience within the construction material testing and inspection industry completing geotechnical investigations, site inspections and providing recommendations for the various construction projects across southwestern Ontario. Michael is an astute and detail orientated Professional Engineer who always strives to provide the best quality of service to his clients.
Job Titles:
- Co - CEO
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Michael is a prominent and highly respected expert, leader, and mentor in the forensic and environmental engineering field. Michael has more than 27 years of experience in mechanical / HVAC / material failures, fire protection, environmental remediation, and accident reconstruction. He has investigated and /or peer reviewed thousands of claims. He is a qualified Expert Witness for formal quasi-judicial, and judicial proceedings and informal pre-hearings. Michael is an established entrepreneur and proven leader whose business innovations have defined the landscape of forensic engineering in Ontario.
Job Titles:
- MANAGING PARTNER
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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Michael has 10+ years of experience in the forensic area of civil/structural engineering, as well as almost 20 years of design and construction experience with infrastructure and building development. His thorough attention to detail ensures that comprehensive reports and drawings are provided for property damage claims related to buildings and other infrastructure. Michael has provided service to hundreds of property damage insurance claims and litigation matters. Project stakeholders have acknowledged that his dedication, knowledge and experience have assisted in the prompt and successful resolution of claims and legal proceedings.
Founder of Michael Flynn and Associates Ltd. has over 30 years of experience in forensic engineering, insurance property claims assessment, restoration of properties, general contracting, and roofing. Michael specializes in Fire Investigations, Structural, Mechanical, Product Failures, HVAC Design/Failure Analysis, Roofing failures, Injury claims, and has been qualified as an Expert Witness up to the Superior Court of Ontario. Michael is a trusted reliable, well-known expert in the Insurance, Legal, and Private community, making him the first call for many clients.
Job Titles:
- CRM / MANAGER, MATERIALS & METALLURGICAL ENGINEER
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- MANAGER, MATERIALS & METALLURGICAL ENGINEER
Natasha has experience in materials/metallurgical engineering and failure analysis within the forensic engineering industry since 2011. She has completed hundreds of investigations of material and mechanical failures. She has managed an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory and has extensive knowledge in optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and microstructure analysis. Natasha also has past experience as a project manager within the telecommunication industry, managing national million dollar projects. She prides herself in providing clients with quality analyses that are a product of her astute attention to detail. Natasha follows ethical practices while providing her clients with honest opinions.
Job Titles:
- ENVIRONMENTAL / FIRE INVESTIGATION View Full
Nathan is a determined problem solver and creative thinker with a powerful desire to learn about how things work. Growing up near the Chemical Valley has pushed him towards the academic pursuit of chemical engineering for which he acquired his undergraduate degree. He is currently focused on building his experience in the fields of forensic and chemical engineering. Nathan strives to encourage others to be involved with science and engineering, through his volunteering with the groups such as "Adopt a Scientist". This program teaches elementary school children about scientific principles through experiments. Nathan has gained process safety and environmental experience through his work with CF Industries and Denby Environmental.
Job Titles:
- MATERIALS & METALLURGICAL ENGINEER
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Rocco holds a Bachelor's, Master's and PhD degree in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering from McGill University. His graduate studies focused on microstructure/property relationships of metallic biomaterials used in artificial implants. Following his PhD, he also did a one-year postdoctoral fellowship with General Motors while working on Magnesium alloys as a light weight alternative for auto body applications. As a licensed engineer, Rocco is a highly skilled and results-oriented professional with 16 years experience in the field of landing gear design, manufacturing and testing. His heavy involvement in resolving component failures and defect analysis in order to mitigate potential failures is what drew him to pursue a career in forensic investigations. He has a proven ability to assess and manage complex situations and is viewed by his colleagues as a strong trouble shooter. Don't let his academic credentials fool you because he is not afraid to get his hands dirty in order to obtain the necessary answers. Getting to the root of the problem is what drives him.
Job Titles:
- Technologist
- JUNIOR ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGIST
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Salum Rajabu is an architectural technologist/draftsman who works in a multidisciplinary engineering firm. He works closely with engineers to develop engineering/architectural drawings for engineering reports and for building permit applications. He aims to deliver consistent quality drawings, this ensures our clients get the best possible support. He is experienced in providing working drawings for commercial and residential buildings.
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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Sepehr has 5+ years experience working in the AEC industry. He specializes in structural analysis and design through his Master of Engineering degree, and he has been extensively involved in structural design of low- rise to multi-story high rise residential buildings in the GTA. His experience includes modification and alteration of existing building structures for occupancy change and improvements. Sepehr is highly skilled in analysis and design of reinforced concrete and steel structures. Sepehr's skills set, qualifications, and experience is indicative of his commitment to excellence and providing superior structural engineering services.
Job Titles:
- OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
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Sonya's background includes Administrative, Accounting and Payroll experience in various industries including Automotive, Manufacturing, Freight Forwarding, Payroll Services, and most recently the Insurance Industry. Sonya brings a passion for providing excellent customer service with a focus on honesty, high ethical standards, accuracy, attention to detail along with strong English verbal and written communication and listening skills.
Job Titles:
- STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
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Stephen Côté, P. Eng., has been serving the insurance industry for more than 10 years, working closely for, and with, Michael Flynn. Specializing in structural design for new construction, repair, renovation and reconstruction of buildings, Mr. Côté has reliably provided creative, cost effective, and timely solutions to Insurers and their approved contractors to address the full spectrum of insurance related claims that cause structural damage to low rise commercial, industrial and residential buildings every day in Ontario.
Primary services provided by Mr. Côté include analysis of structural failures as a result of such causes as: fire, tree/vehicle impacts, environmental loading (wind/snow) and deficient design/construction in buildings and miscellaneous structures. Mr. Côté is effective with building science engineering, including moisture management and environmental remediation within buildings. Mr. Côté's attention to detail is critical in his ability to provide clients with clear and concise opinions with respect to the cause(s) of reported damages, with all opinions strongly supported by evidence documented during comprehensive structural field investigations.
Mr. Côté has also provided investigation work to support Mr. Michael Flynn, CFEI, CFII, in fire loss related insurance claims for large and small buildings to assist with the completion of Cause and Origin investigations; where Mr. Flynn is the primary investigator. Support work for fire Cause and Origin investigations include: site and building documentation, collection of photographic evidence and extent of damage evaluations.
Job Titles:
- MANAGER, ENVIRONMENTAL and CHEMICAL ENGINEER
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Victoria is a dedicated and meticulous worker with a voracious appetite for knowledge. She has a comprehensive understanding of the forensic engineering and environmental/chemical engineering fields. She has gained valuable experience conducting environmental assessments, fire and explosion investigations, peer reviews and in arbitration. Victoria holds a high ethical standard and provides clients with clear, honest opinions. She has a proven track record in forensic engineering and leadership including community, social and fundraising initiatives.
Job Titles:
- Co - CEO
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Vincent has over 30 years of experience in fire protection, forensic and electrical engineering. He has investigated and/or peer reviewed several thousand fires, explosions, electrical failures and slip, trip and fall incidents. He is passionate about forensic engineering and has mentored and coached many engineers over the years. His primary focus is on technical training and business operations and he has been qualified as an expert witness for over 100 formal judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings as well as informal pre-hearings. Several of his reported court cases can be found here.
Job Titles:
- CIVIL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST
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Virgil has over 10 years of experience as a Technologist/Draftsman in a multi-disciplinary engineering firm. He has been working alongside the Professional Engineers and he has done thousands of engineering/architectural drawings for engineering reports and for building permit applications. He has taken numerous courses and workshops to hone his skills and knowledge over the years. He is also a member of the OACETT.