Putting your project in our hands means working with a team of highly skilled experts who bring a holistic perspective and are adept at innovating through challenges. We are licensed architects, project managers, and consultants with practical trade experience.
Travis brings 20 years of building restoration experience. His expertise encompasses all facets of building envelope restoration, including below-grade, plazas, decks, curtain walls, window systems, and roofs. Travis applies his extensive knowledge of specifying products to methodically solve complex legacy leaks and curtain wall deficiencies.
Kris has worked in the construction industry for over 20 years, with an emphasis on occupied remediation projects. His professional experience encompasses all facets of the industry. It includes hands-on trade work, estimating and project management, scope preparation, construction management, construction defect analysis, cost reasonableness review, and expert witness testimony.
Craig has worked in the construction industry for over 20 years, with a primary focus on existing and occupied structures. Craig’s vast experience in the commercial, multifamily, and residential markets makes him a critical asset in creating solutions for our clients. Craig oversees all facets of our field crew, manages high-scale and complex construction sites, and communicates with all project stakeholders.
Keller has over 15 years of experience in occupied remediation projects and construction management. His expertise includes hands-on trade work, estimating, project management, construction defect analysis, scheduling, budgeting, cost reasonableness review, and detailed design.
As Director of Marketing, Jackie collaborates across all departments and each market sector. She ensures Evolution’s branding and messaging reflect the company’s core values. Jackie’s strengths lie in building relationships and her focus is on web-based marketing, education, and driving current markets while seeking new opportunities. Additionally, she works with the Oregon office on market strategies, client engagement, and brand awareness.
Jesse leads onsite fieldwork, overseeing water testing, swing stage operations, and project reporting. His extensive knowledge of building components, water testing, and reporting is crucial to our team and clients. With over a decade of experience in construction, maintenance, and road infrastructure management with Washington cities and counties, Jesse brings a broad range of technical expertise and product knowledge to each project.
Brandon leads our onsite field teams with exceptional expertise and is a SPRAT Certified bosun chair operator. With over 15 years in the construction industry, Brandon’s meticulous attention to detail and extensive knowledge are invaluable to both our clients and the industry. His unparalleled experience in reviewing various types of cladding greatly enhances the quality and accuracy of our assessments.
Over the years, Bret has established himself as a distinguished professional in various aspects of the architectural industry. His commitment to continuous learning and professional development keeps him at the forefront of architectural trends and technological advancements. Bret holds a NAAB bachelor’s degree in architecture from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and has been in the PNW since 1998.
John specializes in rehabilitation design for new and existing building enclosures across the country. John’s approach is technical, yet creative and adaptive. His passion for the industry and attention to detail make him an asset to our firm and company culture.
Mike has over 35 years of experience shaping the Portland skyline. With a thorough understanding of construction document development, QA/QC standards, and regulatory codes, Mike ensures precise and compliant project execution. His familiarity with zoning regulations, entitlement, and permitting requirements helps guide the design process efficiently. Moreover, Mike’s commitment to sustainability and knowledge of building enclosure technologies ensure environmentally responsible and energy-efficient designs.
Stephen holds a Master’s degree in Engineering with a focus on Building Science and Historic Preservation. In addition, he has SPRAT certifications. We are pleased to have him as part of our team, providing solutions for our commercial and multifamily clients.
Tessa focuses on collaborating with our multifamily clients on design repairs. She holds a Master of Architecture from WSU and has a passion for adaptive reuse and sustainable solutions.
Yujia brings nearly a decade of experience in the built environment. Leveraging her deep knowledge of detailing and construction, she is part of the team responsible for designing, planning, and managing our condo reclad work that meets the unique needs of each client while maintaining our high safety and quality standards.
Chris has extensive experience in developing construction documents, ensuring compliance with graphic standards, and maintaining quality control processes throughout all project phases. He is recognized for his meticulous attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work collaboratively with diverse project teams to deliver high-quality architectural solutions.
Ryan works with our multifamily clients on design repairs. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Oregon and serves as Co-Chair of the Young Architecture Forum for AIA Seattle.
Nathan brings over 12 years of large-scale commercial roofing and exterior envelope project experience. He is responsible for project success, from contract execution through project completion, to ensure adherence to budget, scope, and schedule expectations while meeting contract and design requirements and industry standards. Nathan holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and is also PMP certified.
Ivan is an envelope specialist responsible for managing on-site field work, water testing, swing stage operations, and project reporting for our clients. His knowledge in building components, water testing, and reporting is essential to our team and clients. With over a decade of experience working in product solutions, building restoration techniques, and managing large-scale project details, Ivan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience.
James has 17 years of experience in the construction industry, with a primary focus on existing and occupied structures. His experience includes overseeing large building repairs, cladding repairs, high-rise work, leak investigations, maintenance, restoration, and water damage repairs. Although his main focus is on our multifamily projects, James’s extensive construction experience, along with his strong communication and relationship-building skills, is valuable across all areas of our portfolio.
Eric is responsible for covering onsite building inspections for commercial and multifamily properties. His focus is building envelope studies, due diligence inspections, budget creation, and providing day-to-day communication with our team and clients. With over 20 years of experience, Eric has a wealth of knowledge in building envelope components, materials, and details.
Casey is a dedicated field technician with expertise in rope access inspections, water testing, and providing essential on-site project support. With a meticulous approach and strong attention to detail, Casey ensures that all inspections and tests meet the highest standards of quality and safety.
Andrew is a skilled field technician who specializes in rope access inspections, water testing, and on-site project support. His hands-on approach and attention to detail ensure that every inspection and test is conducted with precision. Andrew’s expertise plays a crucial role in maintaining the highest quality and safety standards.
Zaynub supports in-house office operations in Seattle. She collaborates with each team to ensure smooth product flow through report editing, marketing content collaboration, bookkeeping, and office logistics.
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