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1 BTC Structural Engineer Patrick E. Reicher is a Structural Engineer at Building Technology Consultants, PC. 6BREGISTRATIONS Licensed Structural Engineer (SE), Illinois Certified Construction Contract Administrator (CCCA) Construction Document Technologist (CDT) PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES Member of the Structural Engineers Association of Illinois (SEAOI) Member of RCI, Inc. (Institute for Roofing, Waterproofing, and Building Envelope Professionals) Member of Community Associations Institute (CAI) 0BPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Patrick Reicher has been involved in the forensic investigation, structural evaluation, analysis, and repair design of a number of buildings and structures since his graduation in Prior to joining Building Technology Consultants, PC in 2010, he was employed with The Structural Shop Ltd. in Schiller Park, Illinois from 2005 to 2010, and was a consultant to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Construction Engineering Research Laboratory from 2003 to His professional experience includes: Structural evaluations and repair design; Water infiltration investigations; Masonry rehabilitation projects; Forensic investigation of building facades; Roof replacements and evaluations; Building science; New construction structural design; Plaza, balcony, porch and deck projects; Contract document preparation; Construction contract administration; and Project management.

2 Professional Profile for Page 2 of 5 Patrick has been involved with over 200 repair projects including structures such as stadiums, churches, residential and commercial buildings, manufacturing facilities, concrete plazas, roof decks and balconies. In recent years, Patrick has specialized in building envelope investigations and repair projects including facades constructed of materials such as concrete, brick masonry, lannon stone, cast stone, limestone, terra cotta, EIFS, and stucco. EDUCATION Patrick earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign in His undergraduate curriculum consisted of a primary emphasis of Structural Engineering and a secondary emphasis of Construction Management. In 2005, Patrick earned a Master of Science degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Patrick also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Keller Graduate School of Management in His curriculum consisted of a concentration in Project Management. Over his career, Mr. Reicher has attended numerous seminars related to evaluation, design, and repair of various building envelope components. REPRESENTATIVE PROJECTS Alice C. Millar Chapel, Northwestern University - Evanston, IL Performed contract administration services during exterior repairs at this religious facility. Construction included dismantlement and reconstruction of numerous 60-foot tall lannon stone buttresses, new roofing at top of buttresses, replacement of bluestone facade components, and comprehensive rehabilitation of the limestone and lannon stone wall surfaces. ICRI awarded this project an Award of Merit in the Masonry Restoration Category in Glen Ellyn Public Library - Glen Ellyn, IL Project representative throughout construction for the comprehensive rehabilitation at this municipal facility. Construction included sloped roof replacement, rehabilitation of the existing brick masonry and cast stone facade, replacement of existing EIFS facade components with new drainable stucco system, and interior repairs to reduce thermal loss through top floor ceiling penetrations.

3 Professional Profile for Page 3 of 5 Wrigley Field - Chicago, IL Assisted with a hands-on investigation of the reinforced concrete ramps, seating areas, and concourse elements throughout the stadium. Used non-destructive testing techniques to document locations of delaminated concrete and rebar corrosion. Developed drawings and specifications for localized concrete repairs at the stadium North Lake Shore Drive - Chicago, IL Performed construction contract administration services during facade repairs at the three, 23-story condominium towers. Construction included sealant replacement, localized masonry repairs, and localized concrete repairs. Work was performed over a period of four years as part of a phased construction sequence. Seeley G. Mudd Library, Northwestern University - Evanston, IL Responsible for repair design, bidding assistance, and construction phase services associated with curtain wall repairs at the Northwestern University s engineering library. Work included design and certification for new roof tieback anchors, glazing replacement, localized mullion cap replacement, limestone rehabilitation, sealant replacement, coping cap repairs, and comprehensive curtain wall cleaning. Madison 901 Condominiums - Chicago, IL Responsible for repair design, bidding assistance, and construction phase services associated with exterior roof and facade repairs at this 10-story condominium building. Work included demolition of existing roof top screen walls, installation of new flashing system at concrete roof curbs, application of traffic bearing membranes at exposed concrete surfaces, and localized roof replacement work. Hemmingway House Condominiums - Chicago, IL Performed a comprehensive water leakage and facade evaluation at the 30-story concrete frame building originally constructed in The field investigation included water testing at various locations at the masonry facade to determine sources and causes of water infiltration. Developed a number of conceptual repair alternatives and performed a lifecycle cost analysis for differing repair options.

4 Professional Profile for Page 4 of West Brompton Condominiums - Chicago, IL Responsible for evaluation, repair design, bidding assistance, and construction phase services associated with exterior facade repairs at this building located in Chicago s Lakeview Neighborhood. Work included parapet wall re-construction, new cavity wall construction, lintel replacements, and roof base flashing repairs. Architectural features to replicate original crenellations at parapet walls were incorporated in the design. Prairie Place Condominiums - Chicago, IL Performed a comprehensive building envelope evaluation at this 86-unit condominium complex in Chicago s South Loop neighborhood. Component evaluations included EIFS cladding, brick masonry, stone masonry, windows, doors, exterior sealant, steel guardrails, low-slope roofs, steep-slope roofs, and grade-level components. A comprehensive report was issued to assist the association in prioritizing recommended repairs. Lakewood Commons Condominiums - Chicago, IL Performed comprehensive evaluations for the bay window systems and low-slope roofing systems at this 30-unit condominium complex in Chicago s Lincoln Park neighborhood. Provided the Association with several repair options for the roofing systems, including detailed cost estimates for each option. Ashton Park Homeowners Association - Schaumburg, IL Evaluated interior and exterior conditions at this 130-unit townhome complex to determine causes for cracking at interior gypsum sheathing wall finishes, tile flooring, concrete slabs-on grade, and at perimeter foundation walls. In addition to a field investigation, work included review of sub-soil geotechnical reports and FEMA flood-plain maps to offer an opinion as to whether an underground culvert located at the property contributes to the observed cracking. 2 North Riverside - Chicago, IL Evaluated the integrity of the elevated reinforced concrete plaza slab from atop rolling scaffold platforms. Mapped delaminated concrete areas and distressed steel beams in order to compare the current condition of structural elements to conditions documented during years past. Investigated drainage system and slab waterproofing for sources of moisture infiltration. Compiled a detailed report listing the need for immediate, short term, and long term repairs.

5 Professional Profile for Page 5 of 5 Newport Place Rowhouse - Chicago, IL Project manager for the low-slope roof replacement project at the five-building, 31-unit, residential property. Produced drawings and specifications for the modified bituminous roof replacement project, solicited bids from contractors, and assisted with contract award. Provided construction contract administration services during construction. Buddy Guy Legends - Chicago, IL Worked with Burns & Beryl Architects to convert an existing 1920 s era 2-story brick building into a contemporary Jazz Club and restaurant. The existing lateral system was replaced with steel moment frame trusses to accommodate architectural layouts. Designed reinforcement for floors to accommodate assembly loading requirements of the Chicago Building Code. Provided construction administration services throughout construction. Anti-Terrorism Measures for Historic Properties Examined manufacturer/vendor capabilities, collected product data sheets, attended informational seminars, and researched a variety of technical papers and journals in order to compile an extensive list of blast retrofit solutions for different structural systems. Evaluated the implementation of retrofit solutions to comply concurrently with force protection and historic preservation requirements. Co-author of report documenting the research findings. Performance Testing of Historically Appropriate Blast Resistant Windows Conversed with vendors in regards to product specifications and obtained various window systems to be tested in accordance with ASTM Standard F Dynamically tested two sets of historically appropriate windows in a shock tube facility and documented the results. Co-author of report indicating research findings and results.