Intellex Acquires Expert by Big Village

We're thrilled to announce that Intellex has acquired Expert by Big Village, effective March 22, 2024. This strategic move enhances our capabilities and strengthens our commitment to delivering exceptional solutions to our customers.

Stay tuned for more updates on how this acquisition will benefit our clients and experts.

For inquiries or more information, please contact us at info@intellex.com.

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Expert Details

Windows, Glass, Window Hardware, Window Leaks, Curtainwalls, Building Exteriors, Construction

ID: 727755 Illinois, USA

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Since 1981, Expert has been involved with his current firm in multiple capacities including Technical Sales Engineer, VP Operations, Director of Engineering, and Owner.

His firm consistently ranks among the top 3 Glass & Glazing contractors in Chicago, and among the top 35 in the USA. Specialties include glass, windows and curtainwalls for high-rise buildings, schools, hospitals, government buildings – both for new construction, rehab and historic renovation.

Some of Expert's accomplishments:

• Expanded company capacity from $3.5 million to $25 million annual revenue.

• Built engineering capabilities to industry state-of-the-art levels, including incorporation of continually evolving presentation standards, integration of structural engineering, bill of materials, user instructions and 3 dimensional details into shop drawings. Developed library of details allowing efficient production as well as persuasive presentations for sales purposes.

• Developed new product such as scores of unique aluminum extrusion dies utilized in a new, successful and broadly used window-wall system. Creative product applications including the use of aluminum castings in building construction.

• Created two new company divisions:
BART – Builders Architectural Repair & Testing
DocSys Document Systems – Digital Archiving for Construction Documents

• Developed computer-based project management systems for management of submittals, approval of invoices, logistical programming of multiple material truckloads.

• Provided direct project management for selected high-profile jobs with track record of highest profit margins in the company. This includes contract administration, maintaining budget, ongoing customer contact, supervision of subcontractors, coordination of field activities, managing suppliers, quality control, billings and collections.

• Supervised and trained project managers.

• Oversight of all laboratory and field testing. Expert spent almost one year at specialized laboratories overseeing construction and testing of full-scale mockups of buildings which would later be built full size, up to 57 stories. Mockups are tested for air infiltration, water penetration, structural, thermal, acoustic and seismic performance. Laboratories include:

o Construction Research Laboratory, Miami, FL
o Architectural Testing Laboratory, York, PA and Wausau, WI
o Construction Consulting Lab West, Ontario, CA
o Quast Consulting & Testing, Mosinee WI
o Mid America Testing Laboratory Inc, Catawissa, MO

Expert consults with Architects, Engineers, General Contractors and Owners regarding best product selection and performance requirements for the project. Provide energy-related data such as thermal transmission, shading coefficient, air infiltration, etc. Provide customized details and designs.

Expert has 9 years experience in sales of technical product. Consistent record of success securing profitable multi-million dollar construction contracts including exterior renovation of Field Museum of Natural History.

Expert is currently consulting with plaintiff in construction defect case involving water leakage. Consultation, forensic investigation and repair for high-rise condominium exhibiting condensation on windows. Expert witness work for matter involving contract dispute between window hardware manufacturer and sales representative. Condition report for existing office building curtainwall, and design and pricing for a novel approach to improving/replacing same. Investigation and proposed remedies for office building curtainwall where glazing sealants are failing.

Education

Year Degree Subject Institution
Year: 1974 Degree: Masters Degree Subject: Social Work with Emphasis on Group Dynamics Institution: University of Illinois, Urbana, IL
Year: 1973 Degree: BS Subject: Psychology Institution: University of Illinois, Urbana, IL
Year: 1969 Degree: Graduate Subject: Technical Institution: Lane Technical High School

Work History

Years Employer Title Department
Years: 1993 to 2010 Employer: Builders Architectural Products, Inc. Title: Executive Vice President Department: Management
Responsibilities:
Oversee engineering and project management for major construction projects. Provide consultant services.
Years Employer Title Department
Years: 1985 to 1993 Employer: Builders Architectural Products, Inc. Title: Vice President of Operations Department: Operations
Responsibilities:
Direct project management of high profile construction projects. Oversee project managers including development of project management systems. Oversee all field and laboratory testing.
Years Employer Title Department
Years: 1981 to 1985 Employer: Builders Architectural Products, Inc. Title: Sales Engineer Department: Sales
Responsibilities:
Direct technical sales and estimating for substantial construction work involving windows, glass, curtainwalls, panels, louvers and other architectural products.

International Experience

Years Country / Region Summary
Years: 2008 to 2008 Country / Region: Shenyang, China Summary: Visited and worked with Chinese manufacturer of unitized curtainwall.

Career Accomplishments

Awards / Recognition
9 Sales Awards
Publications and Patents Summary
Author of nearly 50 industry-related articles published in periodicals or the internet.

Additional Experience

Expert Witness Experience
Expert has provided consultation services to parties involved in construction or trade related disputes for 15 years in over 150 matters. Expert witness work had mostly involved consultation, analysis, the production of Expert Witness Reports. Expert has participated in some depositions.
Training / Seminars
Presentation to Argonne National Laboratories on Energy Efficient windows and glazing. Presentation to National Glass Association on Historic Window Replacement. Auth blog site which has 3500 subscribers.
Vendor Selection
Extensive experience in sourcing a variety of products according to specifications developed in-house, including aluminum and wood windows, custom aluminum extrusions, custom metal flashings, custom aluminum castings, custom metal panels, sealants, fasteners, glass, etc.
Marketing Experience
As a result of his involvement in an expert blog site, he maintains communication with many industry professionals, authorities, managers and owners.
Other Relevant Experience
Writing, internet communications.

Fields of Expertise

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