Daniel Valdez, CEI

Daniel Valdez is the Director of Field Operations for Terra-Petra, and oversees and coordinates all field inspections for both the Environmental and Waterproofing Divisions. To date, he has trained all of the inspectors at Terra-Petra and has been sent out of state on several occasions to consult and train agencies on how to conduct waterproofing as well as methane mitigation inspections.

With more than 12 consecutive years working for Terra-Petra, Daniel Valdez knows that the construction world is always changing and evolving. As such, he believes in setting his inspectors up for success to adapt to any condition through comprehensive training and diligent preparation.

Mr. Valdez has a vast knowledge of building enclosure waterproofing systems and is registered as a Certified EIFS Inspector (CEI) by the AWCI.  A registered Deputy Methane Barrier Inspector (DMBI) for the City of Los Angeles, he holds certifications from multiple methane and waterproofing manufacturers and is trained to conduct inspections in various governing agencies throughout California.  Valdez is also certified and trained to conduct inspections at various oil refineries and is trained for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (Hazwoper).  He is big believer in continuous education and is currently pursuing his Registered Waterproofing Consultant (RWC) certification from RCI, Inc.

A graduate of The Dale Carnegie “Leadership Training for Managers” program, Daniel Valdez understands the importance of inspiring others to do great work.