The panoramic photo belows illustrates the primary landfill liner being installed below the Showroom Building for the future Porsche Entertainment Center Test Track in Carson California. Terra-Petra was hired to perform the Construction Quality Control/Construction Quality Assurance (CQA/CQC) inspections based on our expertise in the field.
We are very excited to be a part of this fantastic project. Terra-Petra will handle the methane mitigation as well as below grade waterproofing design and inspection.
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The first shovel has hit the dirt on The Micropolitan at Urban Lights, a luxury apartment building being developed by Micropolitan in Los Angeles. The property continues our commitment to create a multi-family living experience that caters to today’s walkable urban lifestyle.
Terra-Petra served as the project's Methane Engineer.
Located in the heart of the thriving Mid-Wilshire area, the 45-unit building is across from the Los Angeles County Museum of Art and just 350 feet from the future Metro Purple Line station. The four-story building offers one- and two-bedroom units, with parking at ground level and three stories of living space above.
Some of the features of the amenity-filled complex include garden courtyard areas for outdoor living, dining, and relaxation; a business center; entertainment room; pet care center; and bike repair shop, among others. For more information, contact Micropolitan President Larry Kuger.
Terra-Petra's CEO, Kevin Buchanan and VP/GM, Justin Conaway "held court" with many current and future clients in booth 60 at the ICSC RECon 2014 at the Las Vegas Convention Center last week (May 18-20).
RECon is the global convention for the shopping center industry and provides networking, deal making and educational opportunities for retail real estate professionals from around the world. With over 32,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors it is the largest retail real estate industry convention.
"We had such a great opportunity to meet so many people who had methane and vapor gas mitigation needs," said Buchanan. "We hope to be able to continue these conversations and develop as well as continue current relationships in the retail real estate development industry." Here are some of the highlights.
Terra-Petra's Director of Field Operations, Daniel Valdez, held a Deputy Methane Barrier Inspector training seminar in our Los Angeles office this past week. He is responsible for overseeing the largest Deputy Methane Barrier Inspection (DMBI) team in the industry–as the Terra-Petra DMBI team continues to grow. Daniel believes that it is imperative to periodically go over inspector responsibilities, requirements and reporting protocols to ensure that the information stays fresh in every inspector's mind and that Terra-Petra maintains continuity across the company.
Valdez is also a big proponent of staying in touch with the material manufacturers to ensure that his team members are certified to perform their work, keep up to speed with changing technologies, warranty requirements, what approved applicators are out there and inspection and reporting procedures.
To that end he was able to schedule an inspector's certification webinar on the CETCO Hydroshield Warranty system to follow his presentation. The webinar was a refresher for most of the inspectors on the Terra-Petra DMBI team, who have inspected several projects under the Hydroshield program. Five new inspectors are set to receive certification for the first time.
The seminar was a success and there is no one more qualified than Mr. Daniel Valdez to have given the presentation.
Southern California environmental engineering firm, Terra-Petra recently wrapped up its PMP project for Newport Beach-based developer Western Realco LLC on 2201 E. Cerritos Ave. in Anaheim, California.
Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) April 11, 2014–Terra-Petra was pleased to have been a part of a very successful project with Western Realco, LLC in Anaheim this last month. Terra-Petra carried out the Property Management Plan (PMP) for the site during grading activities ahead of the construction of the building’s foundation, given that TPH and VOC-impacted soil might be encountered during site grading and building construction activities.
As a precautionary measure, the building on site was equipped with an active soil gas mitigation system, complete with a sub-slab venting system, vapor barrier and mechanical extraction fans. Based upon Terra-Petra’s expertise, the company was responsible for serving as the Construction Quality Assurance and Construction Quality Control (CQA/CQC) Officer for Western Realco throughout the construction of the soil vapor mitigation system. Each and every item of the approved plans was inspected and under the watchful eye of Terra-Petra’s inspection team. The system was installed with minimal issues. Terra-Petra was there every step of the way to document and ensure compliance with all project specifications.
During the sale of the property, Terra-Petra also drafted and implemented an Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Plan for Western Realco that provided the determining mass emissions output for the active vent risers as was required in the project specifications. Test results were finished in record time in order to ensure that the work was completed within the due diligence phase of sale upon project completion.
About Terra-Petra
Terra Petra is an environmental engineering firm that specializes in contaminated soil and groundwater conditions. Our expertise starts with soil gas characterization, remediation, and in the design and inspection of gas mitigation systems for buildings of all types – including commercial, multiple family, single family, industrial, institutional and retail. For more information, visit: http://www.terra-petra.com.
About Western Realco
Western Realco, established in 1972, is a real estate business firm specializing in the development and acquisition of institutional quality commercial properties. For more information, visit: http://www.westernrealco.com.
Contact:
Laurie Pehar Borsh
Laurie Pehar Borsh PR
http://www.lpbpr.com
1.800.915.2151 706
ICSC, the "Premier Resource for the Retail Real Estate Industry" will hold it's annual Global Real Estate Convention, RECon, May 18 – 21 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
RECon is the global convention for the shopping center industry and provides networking, deal making and educational opportunities for retail real estate professionals from around the world. With over 34,000 attendees and 1,000 exhibitors it is the largest industry convention, making it an unparalleled opportunity to do a year's worth of business in just three days! If you are looking to meet retailers to discuss new or existing leases in your centers, view the latest industry products and services that are critical to your business, attend educational sessions or find the next deal, then you need to attend RECon.
Terra Petra is an exhibitor at RECon this year!
Our Terra-Petra team will be ready to meet and greet in booth number 639.
Check out the map of the exhibition hall (booth 639) before hand.
Hope to see you all there!
Feel free to post here on our blog, or call or email us if you're planning to attend RECon this year –especially if you'd like to set up time to meet while you're in Las Vegas for RECon.
Terra-Petra is seeking qualified Environmental Field Technicians on an as-needed basis to work on numerous projects throughout the Los Angeles Areas.
Experience should include:
Environmental field data collection including: soil, soil vapor and ground water.
Ability to use environmental testing equipment, PID, FID, GEM 2000, RKI Eagle Etc.
Ground Water Well Construction, Development and Decommissioning.
Understanding of EPA Testing Guidelines.
Additional Qualifications (Not Required):
· Geotechnical experience as a soils technician.
· 40 hour Hazwoper Certification.
· Licensing a plus.
Email Resumes to: Justin@terra-petra.com
Justin R. Conaway
Vice President|General Manager
Terra-Petra
www.terra-petra.com
Los Angeles: San Francisco:
700 S. Flower St., Suite 2580 One Sansome St., Suite 3500
Los Angeles, CA 90017 San Francisco, CA 94104
213-458-0494 415-590-4890
Terra-Petra congratulated its newest DMBI inspectors, Dave Akers, Kevin Costa, and Hector Flores earlier this month. On Monday, February 3rd, 2015, the three newest members of the Terra-Petra Deputy Methane Barrier Inspection Team successfully passed the written and oral portions of the DMB) examinations issued by the Los Angeles Department of Building and Safety (LADBS). Dave Akers, whose history with Terra-Petra dates back to 2005, passed the test for a second time.
The addition of three new DMBIs to the Terra-Petra inspection team is a testament to the company’s exciting expansion and its efforts to continue to grow as an industry leader. As the onslaught of construction projects continues, Terra-Petra continues to stay prepared and flexible to meet clients’ inspection demands. Terra-Petra leads the environmental engineering industry, now, with 10 Deputy Methane Barrier Inspectors on staff. The extension of the design division will ensure that Terra-Petra retains its competitive edge.
Terra-Petra had "boots on the ground" during the record breaking concrete pour for the new Wilshire Grand Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles – February 16, 2014. We were charged with the responsibility of performing the below grade waterproofing system inspections during this world record pour. We would like to thank Korean Air, General Contractor – Turner Construction, and the design team led by AC Martin for allowing us to be part of this historic occasion.
