Pieper O'Brien Herr Architects - State Judicial Complex - Proposal

July 23, 2014
ARCHITECTURE
Mr. Jeff Lacks

Procurement Services Department
Georgia State Finance & Investment Commission
270 Washington Street, SW, Second Floor
Atlanta, Georgia 30334
Re:

Design Team Proposal No. GBA-182-DP

State of Georgia Judicial Complex
Dear Mr. Lacks & Members of the Selection Committee:
PROGRAMMING
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects (POH) is excited to be selected as one of the finalist for the State Judicial Complex.
Our approach is unique. POH delivers a combination of professional expertise as dictated by the needs of our
clients, therefore, our design will reflect your vision. Our commitment to innovative justice design, trust and client
service combined with our investment in talent and the latest technology keeps us on the cutting edge when offering
cost effective, time-saving solutions to our clients.
As mentioned in our previous submission, we have thoughtfully complimented our team with HDR as our Court
Consultant. Together, we strive for architecture that enhances an organizations function and expresses its vision by
embracing human behavior within the contextual social structure.
PLANNING
We understand the importance of establishing effective team communication and responding to your staff in a
timely manner. Our team is committed to the success of this project; delivering a project that meets your budget
requirements and exceeds your schedule goals.
POH offers GBA, GSFIC, the Judiciary and its constituents:

INTERIORS
Our A Team -- a project team with a proven track record working together; no learning curve
necessary.
The success of multiple courts projects.
Comprehensive expertise in state-of-the-art justice facilities.
Leading technology BIM, SketchUp, 3D Modeling, Real-Time Energy Modeling, etc.
Award-winning design talent responsive to the unique needs of each client, site and program.
The utilization of sustainable building practices as a firm objective.
Proven relationships with our consultants and teammates.
An established relationship with GSFIC on successful projects.
One of our design Principals sits on the GSFIC Contracts Alliance Committee; therefore, we have a
thorough understanding of the contracting process and expectations.
A trusted partner.
We cannot stress enough our commitment to deliver a high quality project the State of Georgia. All projects,
regardless of size or type, have the full attention of our Principals throughout the entire lifecycle. We look forward to
the opportunity to present our team and qualifications in person.
GRAPHICS
Sincerely,
PIEPER OBRIEN HERR ARCHITECTS
Charles J. OBrien III, AIA

Project Executive
Anthony J. Turpin, AIA

Principal-in-Charge
Earl Smith, Assoc. AIA

Project Manager
STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia Building Authority
Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

DESIGN TEAM PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS - No. GBA-182-DP
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Why would you choose Pieper OBrien Herr Architects (POH) for this very important State project?
Proven Team
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects (POH) and our team of consultants has a proven track record working
together. Our proposed team designed and constructed the 231,000-SF, 7-story Cobb County Superior
Court. Collectively, we have completed over 75 court projects, representing 750 courtrooms, and over 11
million square feet of court and justice related spaces.
Experienced Team Leader
Your primary point of contact will be Earl Smith, Assoc. AIA. He has the authority to make decisions
regarding the design team performance and construction decisions that may arise throughout the lifecycle
of the project.
Design Philosophy
POH is committed to an interactive design partnership. Our designs are a direct result of the clients
interaction and design direction. The Georgia Judicial Complex will be the most significant project on Capitol Hill (after the Capitol
itself) and it needs to represent concepts such as balance, strength, longevity, trust and order. Our team is a champion of constant
communication to understand the clients needs and to integrate
the design with the right technological dialogue during design.
We are known for having long been advocates of the charrette
process. A charrette is typically an intense design work session
in a team-building environment with owners representatives and
staff that facilitate the flow of information and the development
of solutions. Depending upon your needs and project
circumstances, our team will convene charrette workshops at
close intervals with the end-user team. POH does not utilize a
signature style. Our buildings are a direct reflection of each
client we work with and demonstrate the values and aspirations of
the individual communities in which they reside.
Innovative Technology
POHs use of computer aided design has, for many years, included the full use of
Building Information Modeling (BIM), a digital representation of the physical and functional
characteristics of a project that offers the promise of better, faster and less costly
construction results. BIM allows the entire project team to develop a project virtually
before hard construction dollars are experienced and make adjustments that improve
both the design and construction sequencing of the project. Additionally, POH utilizes
the latest real-time energy modeling software. The power of the tool allows the firm to
test various design strategies, such as building orientation, percent of glazing, daylighting
and sunshades at the very earliest stages of the design process. With this program we
can provide quantitative data that confirms the design decisions we make will reduce the
energy used and save on operational costs.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Cost Effective Design
POH considers the design phase to be critical for controlling quality and construction costs, as
well as avoiding problems during construction. It is during the design phase that the crucial
decisions are made that will provide the direction, budget adherence, schedule and quality of the
project and, how the project will be best managed. We explore options for economic and quality
considerations, and make adjustments without negative impact as we work closely with the
Construction Management Team.
Schedule Adherence and Management
POH recognizes the importance of schedule management and prides itself in its ability to meet
schedules on major projects with complex design options. We utilize various methodologies to
maintain the project schedule throughout the course of the project. We meet the schedule by the
use of strong leadership, complete documentation and clear objectives at every single phase of
the project. Over the past 43 years, POH Architects has established a reputation for delivering
comprehensive professional services, based not only upon our ability to listen to what the client
wants, but to effectively respond to those wants, and to make sure that the client understands
how their requirements will impact the projects schedule. At the beginning of the project, we work
closely with the Owner and our consultants to review the proposed project schedule. Critical
milestones for each phase are established, with sufficient time allowed for reviews by the Owner.
We will coordinate our schedule with your availability. We will agree upon the schedule
and adhere to it.
Sustainable Building Practices
We are committed to our clients in the pursuit of sustainable buildings. Over one-third of
our architectural staff are LEED Associate Professionals, and while we have designed many
LEED recognized projects, we strive to make sustainable decisions on every project. The
Cobb County Superior Courthouse is one of the first and largest LEED Gold Certified
Courthouses in the Southeast.
We understand this project is subject to the requirements of the Energy Efficiency &
Sustainable Construction Act. We are familiar with the Georgia Peach rating systems.
We are currently working on projects with GSFIC incorporating the Georgia Peach Green
Building Rating System.
Your Committed Partner
In closing, we are committed to you and this monumental project for the State of Georgia. Our
experienced team brings the resources necessary to design the most efficient and functional
facility, taking into consideration the needs for the next several decades. This is a unique
building, which presents exceptional opportunities and are sensitive to the complex relationships
that exist among all of the stakeholders. It is imperative that your design partner be experienced
specifically in courthouse design and effective courts planning - We are that Partner.
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D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

D1- Describe your firms proposed organization for the design team. Please designate all specific individuals and their roles on your team
(including consultants) by submitting an organizational chart for the project: At a minimum, the project organization chart shall show the
names of key designers and staff; descriptions of responsibilities and anticipated percentage of their time devoted to the project for all
proposed staff.

Pieper OBrien Herr Architects
Project Executive
Anthony Turpin, AIA
Principal-in-Charge
Johnny Hembree, AIA, LEED AP, ASID

Principal - Interiors
Earl Smith, Assoc. AIA

Project Manager
Chuck OBrien IV, AIA, LEED AP

Principal - Design
Tom Vandeveer, AIA, LEED AP - Court Specialist

David Bostwick, RA, LEED AP - Program Validation
Mike Brenchley, AIA, LEED AP - QA / QC
HDR
Court Consultant
Tim Milam, PE
Don Sheffield, PE
Jordan & Skala Engineers
MEP/FP Engineering
Greg Delaney, PE, LEED AP

David Patterson, RLA, ASLA
Eberly & Associates
Civil Engineering / Landscape Design
G.S. Pete Pruitt, PE

Thomas Szewczyk, PE
PES Structural Engineers
Structural Engineering
Jorge Gomez, RCDD, PE

J&A Engineering
Security Consultant
Susan Smith, AIA, CPE

Costing Services Group
Cost Consultant
William Brodnax, LEED AP GGP

Energy Ace
Sustainable Consultant
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D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

D2- Please provide for each of the above personnel current resumes listing relevant project experience and percentage of the persons
time to be committed to this project.
In structuring our team to address the specific challenges of the Judicial Complex, we are guided by a simple philosophy: Bring the State of
Georgia the right talent to the table for justice planning and design. Pieper OBrien Herr Architects (POH), in association with HDR, teamed
recently to complete the 231,000-SF Cobb County Superior Courthouse. Our Principal Project Staff and consultant design team is comprised
of veteran professionals with vast experience in each of their disciplines.
The chart below illustrates the percentage of time each key team member will be dedicated to this project during each phase. Resumes start
on Page 4.
CA Phase
CD Phase
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
DD Phase
Conceptual
Design
100%
SD Phase
Program
Validation
Average
Weighted %
% Time Committed in Project Phases
Name
Earl Smith
Company
POH
Role
Project Manager
Anthony Turpin
POH
Principal-in-Charge
75%
75%
75%
75%
75%
40%
56%
Charles OBrien III
POH
Project Executive
75%
75%
75%
50%
25%
20%
35%
Chuck OBrien IV
POH
Project Designer
40%
100% 100%
50%
20%
10%
31%
Johnny Hembree
POH
Principal - Interiors
75%
75%
40%
40%
35%
10%
27%
Tom Vandeveer
HDR
Court Specialist
75%
75%
40%
40%
35%
10%
27%
Mike Brenchley
HDR
QA/QC
20%
35%
50%
65%
75%
20%
37%
David Boswick
HDR
Program Validation
100%
75%
10%
10%
10%
10%
19%
G.J. Pete Pruitt
PES Engineers
Structural PIC
0%
20%
40%
40%
20%
20%
23%
Thomas Szewczyk
PES Engineers
Structural PM
0%
35%
75%
75%
75%
65%
63%
Greg Delaney
Eberly & Associates
Civil Engineering
0%
20%
40%
40%
20%
20%
23%
David Patterson
Eberly & Associates
Landscape Architect
0%
35%
75%
75%
75%
55%
58%
Tim Milam
Jordan & Skala
Electrical Engineer
0%
35%
75%
75%
75%
65%
63%
Don Sheffield
Jordan & Skala
Mech/Plumb Engineer
0%
35%
75%
75%
75%
65%
63%
Jorge Gomez
J&A Engineering
Security Consultant
0%
50%
75%
75%
75%
65%
63%
Susan Smith
Costing Services Group Cost Consultant
0%
30%
55%
65%
75%
20%
36%
William Broadnax
Energy Ace
0%
30%
55%
65%
75%
20%
36%
45
69
76
98
141
506
934
5%
7%
8%
10%
15%
54% 100%
Duration of each Phase in Days
Sustainability Consultant
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D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

D3- Please identify the individual who, from project start to finish, will be the leader of your team and the principal point of contact
between your firm and the GSFIC and the Using Agency. Provide detailed information on the qualifications of this individual and the
direction, authority, and management tools that will be provided to the individual by the firm. This individuals competence, his/her
leadership, and his/her ability to achieve customer satisfaction will be heavily considered in the selection.
Team Leader for this Project
Earl Smith
Anthony Turpin
POH utilizes a project management approach

which provides for seamless communication and
management of our projects. Earl Smith is your Project
Manager and Team Leader, serving as the principal
point of contact between POH, GSFIC, GBA and the
Judiciary. Earl will provide the day to day management
of the design teams efforts.
Earl was responsible for the development of the firms
full set of Project Information Management tools.
He has successfully managed production of BIMdelivered facilities and understands the capabilities and
issues associated with this projects delivery method.
Additionally, he is very comfortable delivering a project
utilizing the CM/GC approach.
Active Principal Participation
Charles OBrien III
We understand the importance of this project and

process. The State is committing to the design and
construction of the most significant structure on Capitol
Hill in many years. Therefore, the key to the success
of this project will be in clear, concise communications
between all parties.
In order to facilitate this process, POH has designed the management of our firm
to allow for active Principal involvement in the execution of our projects, not just
as figurehead roles. We want to be your partner. Anthony Turpin and Charles
OBrien III are also very active leaders throughout the project and will support all
efforts and decisions made by Earl. He has the authority to make daily decisions
regarding the design team performance and construction decisions that may arise
during the construction phase. POH cultivates a very collaborative and teamoriented environment, giving Earl direct access to all the expertise the firm has to
offer.
Ability to Achieve Customer Satisfaction

Excerpt of Reference Letter from
Gwinnett County Client, Phil Boudewyns,
Court Administrator
I cant say enough about Anthony Turpin and Earl
Smith, who have both been instrumental in the
planning and programming for our courthouse.
As Project Manager, Earl has worked with us on
the projects administrative concerns and has
been very hands-on throughout the life-cycle of
this project. Both Anthony and Earl have always
been very responsive and have made themselves
available to our staff, helping to address any
questions or concerns. This is one of the many
great things about this team- clear lines of
communication. I would highly recommend Pieper
OBrien Herr Architects and its Justice Design
Studio for any new judicial project.
Excerpt of Reference Letter from
Cobb County Client, Allen Kronenberger
I wanted to take a moment to recognize the
efforts of the Pieper OBrien Herr Architects
(POH) team that designed the Cobb County
Superior Court Building. Specifically, I wanted
to commend Anthony Turpin and Earl Smith
for the creativity of the overall design, building
schedule and the project value received by
Cobb County. This was a direct result of great
communication from the start of the project all
the way through occupancy and beyond.
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Project Executive
Charles OBrien has over 40 years of architectural design experience (over 28 years with POH). During this time,
he has directed the design of a variety of project types including courts, criminal justice, automotive, educational,
office, industrial, and recreational design. Charles, as Project Executive, encompasses the role of project visionary
and offers design creativity and inspiration to the team as well as innovative problem solving. This out of the box
creativity helps the team meet, and most times, exceed the Owners aesthetic, program and budget requirements.
Charles has extensive experience working with GSFIC on the numerous higher education projects completed by POH through the years.
Court Experience

Cobb County Superior Courthouse Building, Marietta, GA

231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building accommodates 16 superior courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built out initially) with a
larger ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the existing court service
building via a pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings.
Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, Lawrenceville, GA

Phase I is the design of a 1,500 space parking deck to relieve current parking shortages and accommodate added vehicles
brought to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice wing addition with new Courtrooms, Judges suites,
deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly. The Justice wing addition will be designed and
constructed in accordance to LEAN practices and LEED certification requirements as established by the United States Green
Building Council (USGBC).
United States Bankruptcy Court, Building #0NC2082, Greenville, NC

Completed for the General Services Administration (GSA), this 28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building houses a main
lobby, Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space, Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshals office, Circuit Judge
Chambers, Courtroom, and Courtroom Support.
Crisp County Courthouse, Cordele, GA

35,000-SF Judicial Complex to include two main courtrooms, two smaller courtrooms, Chambers for Probate, Superior, Juvenile
and Magistrate Court, Jury Room, Evidence Room, Holding Cells, Conference rooms and drive through Sally Port.
Banks County Courthouse, Homer, GA

20,000-SF Courthouse Renovation to include 2 new courts with deliberation rooms, judges chambers, court offices and secure
holding facilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Ohio State University, 1973
Attended Masters Program at Ohio State University
Registrations
Registered Architect, GA, CA, CO, IL, KY, LA, MD, MA, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV
Certified by NCARB
Registered Interior Designer, TX
Affiliations
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
United States Green Building Council (USGBC)
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Anthony J. Turpin, AIA

Principal-in-Charge
Anthony Turpin brings over 30 years of diverse experience (over 20 years with POH) throughout the entire justice
project design process. He currently serves as Director of the Municipal/Justice Studio, leading projects from planning,
through design and construction. His broad background includes working with government agencies on a variety of
technically complex projects. He has successfully led many projects in a variety of construction delivery methods
including, design/bid, design/bid/build and construction management at risk. He brings a creative and practical
mentality to each project that is important to resolving any potential design/construction issues in a positive and efficient manner.
Relevant Experience


231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building accommodates 16 superior courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built out initially) with a larger
ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the existing court service building via a
pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings.

Phase I is the design of a 1,500 space parking deck to relieve current parking shortages and accommodate added vehicles brought
to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice wing addition with new Courtrooms, Judges suites, deliberation
area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly.

Completed for the General Services Administration (GSA), this 28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building houses a main lobby,
Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space, Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshals office, Circuit Judge Chambers,
Courtroom, and Courtroom Support.

35,000-SF Judicial Complex to include two main courtrooms, two smaller courtrooms, Chambers for Probate, Superior, Juvenile and
Magistrate Court, Jury Room, Evidence Room, Holding Cells, Conference rooms and drive through Sally Port.

holding facilities.
Education
Master of Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1988
Bachelor of Science, Architecture, Georgia Institute of Technology, 1983
cole Nationale Suprieure des Beaux-Arts, 1982-83
Young Harris College, 1978-9
Registrations
Registered Architect, GA, RI, IA
Certified by NCARB
Affiliations
National Association of Court Management (NACM)
Georgia Municipal Association (GMA)
Association of County Commissioners of Georgia (ACCG)

Georgia Sheriffs Association (GSA)
American Correctional Association (ACA)
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Earl Smith, Associate AIA

Project Manager
Earl Smith is an Associate in the firm and is a proven team leader with over 30 years of experience (all with POH)
leading projects from conception to reality. Earl has completed over 200 projects which comprise over $500
million dollars in todays construction dollars. He is an experienced Senior Project Manager with a diverse project
experience track record. He has participated in all phases of architectural services from pre-planning, programming
to project close out. His strength is in the coordinating efforts of the in-house architectural team and the outside
engineering and consulting team. Earl has achieved outstanding recognition by our clients for his dedicated service and easy going
demeanor which allows him to build lasting relationships by all team members. He has a very strong technical background that gives him a
recognized experience in coordinating bidding documents and reviewing construction documents for coordination errors. In addition to his
coordinating skills, he is well versed in building trade arenas and possesses a broad knowledge base and quick problem solving skills.
Relevant Experience


Award winning, 231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building accommodates 16 superior courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built out
initially) with a larger ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the existing
court service building via a pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings. A full basement level
is dedicated to the secure movement and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators. The
basement level houses the control room which monitors the activities throughout the facility and the existing facility to which it is
attached. The basement accommodates holding cells for 180 inmates. The courthouse achieved LEED Gold certification.

This $70 million project consists of two phases. Phase I is the design of a 1,500 space parking deck to relieve current parking
shortages and accommodate added vehicles brought to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice wing
addition with new Courtrooms, Judges suites, deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly. The
Justice wing addition will be designed and constructed in accordance to LEAN practices and LEED certification requirements as
established by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Education
Bachelor of Design, Architecture, University of Florida, 1983
Attended Georgia Institute of Technology Masters Program
Affiliations
Construction Managers Association of America (CMAA)
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Chuck OBrien IV, AIA, LEED AP

Principal Design Studio
Chuck OBrien is a Principal of the firm and brings over 20 years of design experience (17 with POH). He is a
registered architect and also is a LEED accredited professional and his design experience includes City Hall and
City Administration buildings, multi-family housing, retail, government, educational, office, interiors, and master
planning. This mix of project types requires a diverse and flexible design aesthetic. As Director of Design, his
involvement begins at project inception and continues through the Schematic Design Phase, Design Development
Phase and into the early production of the Contract Documents.
Court Experience



deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly. The Justice wing addition will be designed and
constructed in accordance to LEAN practices and LEED certification requirements as established by the United States Green
Building Council (USGBC).

Completed for the General Services Administration (GSA), this 28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building houses a main
lobby, Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space, Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshals office, Circuit Judge
Chambers, Courtroom, and Courtroom Support.


holding facilities.
Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission (GSFIC) Experience

Lanier Technical College - Allied Health and Conferencing Center

Lanier Technical College - Forsyth Satellite Campus
Georgia Northwestern Technical College - Automated Manufacturing Building (being completed with Peach certification)
The University of Georgia - Griffin Campus- Food Technology Center (being completed with Peach certification)
The University of Georgia - Food Science Technology Center Renovation and Addition
Education
Bachelor of Architecture, Auburn University, 1994
Registrations
Registered Architect, State of Georgia
Certified by NCARB
LEED Accredited Professional
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Johnny C. Hembree, AIA, NCIDQ, LEED AP

Principal Interiors
Relevant Experience
Johnny has over 20 years of architectural experience (over 17 years with POH), bringing a diverse background
in project types. He is a Principal of the firm and oversees the firms Interior Design Studio. He brings a
proven ability to manage large, technically complex projects. He directs the day-to-day progress of the design
and construction according to the budget, quality of design, and schedule and provides the Owner with a
single-point of contact throughout all phases of the project.

Award winning, 231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building accommodates 16 superior courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built
out initially) with a larger ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the
existing court service building via a pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings. A full
basement level is dedicated to the secure movement and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure
elevators. The basement level houses the control room which monitors the activities throughout the facility and the existing
facility to which it is attached. The basement accommodates holding cells for 180 inmates.

Completed for the General Services Administration (GSA), this 28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building houses a
main lobby, Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space, Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshals office, Circuit
Judge Chambers, Courtroom, and Courtroom Support.

brought to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice wing addition with new Courtrooms, Judges
suites, deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly. The Justice wing addition will be
designed and constructed in accordance to LEAN practices and LEED certification requirements as established by the
United States Green Building Council (USGBC).
Georgia Power Customer Care Center, McDonough, GA

One-story, 112,000-SF facility which serves as a statewide call center operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Internap Plano Data Center, Dallas, TX

107,000-SF brown field data center designed to accommodate 72,000-SF of Tier II co-location white space at 200 watts per
square foot. Pursuing LEED Gold Certification and Green Globes.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture, Louisiana Tech University, 1989
Structural Masonry Inspector, Alabama Masonry Institute, 1995
Registrations
Registered Architect, GA, AL, DE, FL, ID, MN
Registered Interior Designer, NCIDQ Certification #019575
Certified by NCARB
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Tom Vandeveer, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Court Specialist
HDR
With more than 30 years of technical and management responsibility on complex projects, Tom is responsible
for major, civic, justice, courts, and international projects with a constructed value in excess of $25 billion. On
large, complex projects, he manages scheduling and cost control, administrative support, contract support, and
construction administration. He has been with HDR for over 25 years, serving as Principal, Project Director, Project
Manager and Lead Architect on major courthouse projects for HDR. He has a proven ability to gain consensus from
a wide variety of project stakeholders.
Partial Listing of Relevant Experience

Cobb County Superior Courthouse Building, Marietta, GA (with POH Architects)

ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the existing court service building via
a pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings. The basement level houses the control room which
monitors the activities throughout the facility and the existing facility to which it is attached.
Gwinnett County Master Plan, Lawrenceville, GA
Eight month study which defined needs, established goals, and proposed solutions to the substandard structures which previously
housed the governmental/judicial agencies. Design of the 126,970-SF administrative wing of the facility provides office space for
various county government agencies. All departments, support areas, courtrooms, etc., were deployed along a lineal, three-story
atrium space serving as the primary corridor for public and staff movement.
Houston County Courthouse, Perry, GA
80,000-SF county courthouse facility housing the Superior Court, Clerks Office, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff,
Probation, Probate Judge, Prisoner Holding and other County Offices.
Fairfax County Courthouse Expansion, Fairfax, VA
$75 million expansion of the courthouse nearly doubling the current space with 315,000-SF of new space and 250,000-SFF of
renovation.
Mecklenburg County Courthouse, Charlotte, NC
404,000-SF project consolidated the four separate courts of Mecklenburg County under one roof. The Superior Court, District/
Magister Court, and Family Court now share 39 courts, chambers, and office space.
Loudoun County, Courthouse Expansion / Renovation, Leesburg, VA
110,000 SF-SF expansion and 73,000-SF renovation of the existing court system. The facility includes nine courtrooms, court
support spaces, administrative agencies, and police/law enforcement.
U.S. Courts Design Guide, Washington, DC.
Guide Writer. HDR prepared a video animated presentation for the benefit of the Space and Facilities Committee of the Judicial
Conference. It encompassed 18 different types and configurations of courtrooms, including Court of Appeals, District Courts,
Magistrate Courts, and Bankruptcy Courts. It addressed ceiling heights, views from various court positions, differences between
center, off-center and corner Judicial Bench configurations, seating capacity, jury size and presence, and optional exclusion of the
public seating rail.
Education
University of Southern California, Master of Business Administration, 1981
University of Southern California, Bachelor of Science, Architecture, 1975
Registrations
Registered Architect, GA, VA, CA, DC, NC, PA
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Michael Brenchley, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Quality Assurance / Quality Control
HDR
With more than 30 years of experience and a Principal of HDR, Mike has been instrumental in elevating the
architect to be a true partner in the design build process, enabling true integration and a streamlined delivery
process. Mike has been involved in many of HDRs significant courthouse projects as either a Project Principal,
Project Manager, or Courts Specialist . Mike has received several awards for his team leadership and has
been called upon to author articles for national industry publications such as American Jails, Corrections Forum
Correctional News, and Courts Today. He has also presented on industry topics for clients, industry associations and universities.
Relevant Experience
ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse.
Houston County Courthouse, Perry, GA
80,000-SF county courthouse facility housing the Superior Court, Clerks Office, District Attorney, Public Defender, Sheriff,
Probation, Probate Judge, Prisoner Holding and other County Offices.
DeKalb County Courthouse Renovation, Decatur, GA
383,000-SF expansion and renovation containing 30 courts for Superior Court, State Court, Magistrate Court, Probate Court, as
well as offices for the Clerk of Court, District Attorney, Solicitor, Sheriff Court Staff, Probation and the State Marshal.
Ottawa County Courthouse, Grand Haven, MI
120,000 SF courthouse, that includes 6 new courtrooms, holding cells, administrative space, and public service areas.
Clark County Regional Justice Center, Las Vegas, NV
HDR designed this 710,000-SF, 18-story complex is consolidated with the District, Justice, Municipal, and Supreme Appellate
Courts, as well as numerous court-related public service agencies into one facility.
Hidalgo County Courthouse-Schematic Design, Edinburg, TX
471,000-SF New Courthouse, 10 Stories, to accommodate 29 District and County Courtrooms and 1 Court of Appeals along with
District and County Clerks, Jury Services, Public Defender, Indigent Defense, and Hidalgo County Bar Association along with
detention spaces for defendants in custody in ground floor central holding and spaces allocated to each court floor as needed.
Santa Fe County, First Judicial Complex, Sante Fe, NM
120,000-SF Judicial Complex with a full courthouse facility including all court, security, administrative, and functional services along
with an underground parking facility. HDR provided Owner Advisory CM services.
Mesa County Justice Center, Grand Junction, CO
127,750-SF court facilities that include 12 courtrooms, and court support agencies and are connected to the existing jail/sheriffs
administration center via a special tunnel.
Education
Master of Arts, Architecture, University of Oklahoma, 1982
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Sciences/Studies (Environmental Design), University of Oklahoma, 1980
Registrations
National Council of Architectural Registration Board, United States National Registration
Registered Architect, OK
Affiliations
American Correctional Association (ACA)
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with
Court Consultant
David Bostwick, RA, NCARB, LEED AP

Program Validation
HDR
For over 25 years, David has focused exclusively on planning and design of judicial facilities for clients throughout
the United States. Developing exceptional design ideas and solutions based on comprehensive needs
assessments and analysis are the hallmarks of his work. His solutions blend decorum and dignity of the courts
with the safety, security, and operational efficiencies needed in todays modern courthouse designs. His experience
includes providing pre-design planning services to over 40 jurisdictions and design services to more than 25
jurisdictions.
Relevant Experience

Hidalgo County Courthouse-Schematic Design, Edinburg, TX

471,000-SF New Courthouse, 10 Stories, to accommodate 29 District and County Courtrooms and 1 Court of Appeals along with
District and County Clerks, Jury Services, Public Defender, Indigent Defense, and Hidalgo County Bar Association along with
detention spaces for defendants in custody in ground floor central holding and spaces allocated to each court floor as needed.
Dodge County Courthouse/Justice Center, Juneau, WI
Modern courts facility containing five courtrooms with built in expansion for four additional courtrooms. All of the countys criminal
justice departments are in the complex including a 334 bed jail. The facility has over 225,000 GSF.
Door County Courthouse/Justice Center, Sturgeon Bay, WI
The Door County Justice Center houses all county court-related departments, the sheriffs department and a 130-bed jail. The
building utilizes modern courthouse design principles and technology.
Guilford County Courthouse Expansion/Renovation, Greensboro, NC
Needs assessment for the countys two courthouses including an analysis of criminal caseload trends, a functional assessment of
the facilities and individual departments, short-term and long-range departmental space projections, and development of a master
plan concept to meet growth needs for the next 25 years.
Kendall County Courthouse Expansion, Yorkville, IL *
Kendall County is among the fastest growing Counties in the United States. Because of their population growth, the County
needed to expand their 12-year old courthouse. Services centered on forecasting future space needs and developing an
expansion plan that not only met future needs but maintained on-going court operations.
Will County Juvenile Justice Center, Joliet, IL *
100,000-SF facility houses the juvenile criminal justice system for Will County, Illinois. The building houses courts and court
administration, states attorney, public defender, and probation. The facility includes a 96-bed detention facility.
Washington County Courts Needs Assessment, West Bend, WI *
Needs Assessment
* David completed these projects while with another firm.
Education
Master of Architecture, University of Illinois 1990
Bachelor of Urban Planning, University of Cincinnati 1986
Registrations
LEED Accredited Professional, United States National Registration
Registered Architect, IL
Affiliations
American Correctional Association
American Jail Association
National Sheriffs Association
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with
Court Consultant
G.J. Pete Pruitt, PE, SE

Principal
Pete has over 40 years experience in project management, structural engineering design and consulting on
housing, industrial, commercial, educational, medical, institutional, municipal, and military projects. He is a
skilled structural engineer experienced in steel, concrete, precast/prestressed concrete, masonry and wood.
Pete has direct responsibility for overall operations of all structural activities of the firm. As Principal-in-Charge,
Pete will manage and be responsible for quality control and the final review of the structural design. He will
also be responsible for all aspects of the Structural Engineering design. Pete Pruitt has over 20 years of experience working on
GSFIC and GBA projects.
Relevant Experience


larger ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. A full basement level is dedicated to the secure
movement and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators.
United States Bankruptcy Court, Building #0NC2082, Greenville, NC (with POH Architects)
28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building housing a main lobby, Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space,
Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshalls office, Circuit Judge Chambers, Courtroom, and Courtroom Support.
Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center Phase I, Lawrenceville, GA (with POH Architects)
brought to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice wing addition with new Courtrooms, Judges
suites, deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly.
John C. Godbold Federal Building, Atlanta, GA
75,000 SF, five-story wood frame building with wood floor joists and wood floor deck, wood roof framing and wood roof deck,
unreinforced exterior masonry walls supported on shallow foundations. The lateral system was upgraded to meet the current
building codes and the exterior walls shall be reinforced to resist blast and progressive collapse per GSA criteria.
The Cay Building, Savannah, GA
55,000 SF, five story US Attorneys Office building over an existing parking deck for the General Services Administration
(GSA). The building structure consisted of a steel frame with bar joist roof system, composite steel floors, and metal stud infill
walls supported on a deep foundation system.
U.S. Bankruptcy Courthouse, Aberdeen, WI
45,000-SF, two story institutional building. The building structure consisted of a steel frame with steel roof system, composite
beam floor and stud backup exterior walls supported on a shallow foundation system.
Henry County Courthouse Annex, McDonough, GA
88,000 SF courthouse annex building with steel frame, bar joist roof system, bar joist floor system and metal stud walls
supported on a shallow foundation system.
Newton County Courthouse Renovation, Covington, GA
Renovation and modification of the historic Newton County Courthouse. The scope of work included a 27,000 SF addition,
19,700 SF of renovation to the historic building, and the renovation of a 15,600 SF Executive office building.
Education
Master of Science in Construction Management, 1982, Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Structural Engineering, 1972, Old Dominion University
Registrations
Professional Structural Engineer in GA, FL, NC, SC, AL, TN, VA, MD, OK, PA, CA, WI, SD, NV, MS, NM, KY, CO, IL, MI, NK,
OH, WV, IN
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with
Court Consultant
Thomas Szewczyk, PE, SE

Project Manager - Structural Engineering
Tom has 9 years experience in structural engineering design and consulting including concrete, steel, and
masonry structures for federal government and local municipalities, industrial and manufacturing facilities,
medical office buildings, housing facilities, mixed-use developments, as well as education, recreation and
religious projects. He currently serves as Project Manager and his responsibilities include maintaining quality
and accuracy of multiple projects and coordinating structural drawings with other disciplines.
Tom has over 8 years of experience working on GSFIC and GBA projects.
Relevant Experience


Award winning, 231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building accommodates 16 superior courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built out
initially) with a larger ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is linked to the existing
court service building via a pedestrian bridge allowing public/staff to safely navigate between buildings. A full basement level
is dedicated to the secure movement and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators. The
basement level houses the control room which monitors the activities throughout the facility and the existing facility to which it
is attached. The basement accommodates holding cells for 180 inmates. The courthouse achieved LEED Gold certification.
United States Bankruptcy Court, Building #0NC2082, Greenville, NC (with POH Architects)
28,000-SF, two-story Bankruptcy Court building housing a main lobby, Bankruptcy Clerk, Bankruptcy Administration space,
Bankruptcy Judge Chambers, U.S. Marshalls office, Circuit Judge Chambers, Courtroom, and Courtroom Support. The
structure consisted of a steel frame with steel bar joist roof framing with metal deck roof sheathing, reinforced slab-on-grade
and composite steel elevated floors with concrete slab and tilt-up concrete panels with think brick supported on a shallow
foundation system.
Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center Phase I, Lawrenceville, GA (with POH Architects)
This $70 million project consists of two phases. Phase I is the design of a 1,500 space parking deck to relieve current parking
shortages and accommodate added vehicles brought to the site due to expansion. Phase II will be the 180,000-SF Justice
wing addition with new Courtrooms, Judges suites, deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury
assembly.
The Cay Building, Savannah, GA

55,000 SF, five story US Attorneys Office building over an existing parking deck for the General Services Administration
(GSA). The building structure consisted of a steel frame with bar joist roof system, composite steel floors, and metal stud infill
walls supported on a deep foundation system.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering, 2002, North Carolina State University
Masters of Science in Civil Engineering, 2004, Georgia Institute of Technology
Registrations
Registered Professional Engineer in: GA, IL
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with
Court Consultant
Tim Milam, PE
Principal / Director of Electrical Engineering
Jordan & Skala
As managing Principal of Jordan & Skala and Director of Electrical Engineering, Tim has over 25 years of
experience managing complex electrical engineering projects. A licensed professional engineer in multiple states,
he has an extensive design background creating power, lighting, fire alarm and related systems for markets ranging
from municipal, corporate, hospitality and multi-family facilities, to manufacturing and industrial complexes. He has
been instrumental in the firms growth to a nearly 200 person firm. Tim has directly influenced the expansion of
Jordan & Skalas service offerings. In 2000, after years of being frustrated by the industrys habit of poorly coordinated low voltage services,
he developed Jordan & Skalas turnkey low voltage, security and communications practices. Keenly aware that design professionals are
stewards of their clients mission and budget, Tim leads his team to ensure designs are accurate and technically proficient, responsive to
clients performance and budget requirements and are well communicated throughout the design process.
Relevant Experience
Projects listed in Bold were completed with POH Architects


ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. A full basement level is dedicated to the secure movement
and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators.
Floyd County Detention Center, Rome, GA

Augusta YDC, Augusta, GA
Bacon County Probation Center, Bacon County, GA
Bainbridge Correctional Institute, Bainbridge County, GA
Banks County Jail, Banks County, GA
Bleckley County Probation, Cochran, GA
CATS Lighting Improvements, Charlotte, NC
Catoosa County Jail, Ringgold, GA
Chester County EMS and Coroners Office, Chester, SC
Clarke County Fire Station No. 7, Athens, GA
Clayton County RYDC, Clayton County, GA
Cobb County Health Department, Marietta, GA
Cobb County Medical Examiner Renovation, Marietta, GA
Coffee County Jail, Douglas, GA
Columbus Historic Courthouse, Columbus, NC
Coweta, Fayette EMC, Coweta County, GA
Douglas County Jail Annex, Douglas County, GA
Fayette County Criminal Justice Center, Fayetteville, GA

Gainesville Regional Youth Detention Facility, Gainesville, GA
Madison County Jail, Danielsville, GA
Newton County Jail, Newton County, GA
Rockdale County Jail, Conyers, GA
Rockdale County Courthouse Addition, Conyers, GA
Rockdale County Work Release Bldg, Conyers, GA
Rogers Correctional Kitchen, Reidsville, GA
Roswell Public Safety Training Building, Roswell, GA
Savannah RYDC, Savannah, GA
Spalding Correctional Institute, Spalding County, GA
Sumter YDC, Sumter County, GA
Towns County Jail, Hiawassee, GA
Troup County Government Center, Troup County, GA
Union County Jail, Union County, GA
Wayne County Jail, Wayne County, GA
Whitfield County Law Enforcement Center, Dalton, GA
Education
Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, 1989, Georgia Institute of Technology
Registrations
Registered Professional Engineer, GA, AL, AZ, FL, ID, NJ, NC, OR, RI
Current GSFIC Projects
Gwinnett Technical College, N. Fulton Campus, Alpharetta, GA
Ogeechee Technical College, Statesboro, GA
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Court Consultant
Don Sheffield, PE
Principal / Senior Mechanical Engineer
Jordan & Skala
A firm Principal, registered mechanical engineer in 31 States and LEED AP, Don is the Director of Mechanical
Engineering for Jordan & Skala. With over 30 years of experience designing and managing complex
mechanical projects for the judicial, corporate, industiral, hospitality, healthcare, laboratory, retail and residential
markets, Don surmises he has worked with every type of mechanical system available. For over 20 years he
has provided leadership to an expert staff of multi-disciplined consultants and ensured a systematic approach
to coordinating multiple teams and multiple projects. Because Jordan & Skala serves multiple markets and designs for a wide variety
of project types, Don draws on his deep industry experience to connect the right staff to the right client, ensuring design solutions are
customized according to the needs of the project. A flexible and creative problem solver, he has an encyclopedic knowledge of ever
changing code requirements. Additionally, Don is well-versed in energy efficient systems and integrating sustainability goals within design
specifications.
Relevant Experience


ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. A full basement level is dedicated to the secure movement
and confinement of inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators.
Habersham County Courthouse, Clarksville, GA

Cherokee County, Public Safety Facility, Canton, GA*
Doraville Police Station and Detention Center, Doraville, GA*
Clayton County Police Precinct, Clayton County, GA
Coffee County Jail & Sherriffs Office, Douglas, GA
DeKalb County, Sheriffs Headquarters, Main Jail, Atlanta, GA*
Elbert County Jail, Elbert County, GA
Elbert County, Public Safety Complex, Elberton, GA
Forsyth County Detention Center, Cumming, GA
Forsyth County Jail, Forsyth County, GA
Forsyth County, Jail Addition, Cumming, GA
Fulton County Correctional Institute, Atlanta, GA
Fulton County, Juvenile Justice Center, Atlanta, GA
Habersham Judicial Facility, Habersham County, GA
Harris Co. First Floor and Courtroom, Hamilton, GA*

Macon YDC Cottage F Renovation, Macon, GA*
Metro YDC, South DeKalb County, GA
Middle Peninsula Regional Jail, Facilities Evaluation, VA*
Dept. of Children and Youth Services, Milledgeville, GA*
Milledgeville YDC, Milledgeville, GA*
Oconee County Detention Center, Oconee County, GA
Pike County, Jail Renovation and Addition, Zebulon, GA*
Tallulah Correctional Institution for Youthful Offenders,
Dormitory Building, Tallulah, LA*
Terrell County YDC, Terrell County, GA
Turner County Probation Detention Center, Turner County, GA
Ware County, Jail Addition, Waycross, GA
Bill Ireland Juvenile Facility, Milledgeville, GA
* Indicates experience prior to joining Jordan & Skala

Education
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, 1984, Georgia Institute of Technology
Registrations
Registered Professional Engineer in 17 states: AL, AZ, AK, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, IN, KA, KY, LA, ME, MD, MI, MS, NE, NC,
NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV
Current GSFIC Projects
Gwinnett Technical College, N. Fulton Campus, Alpharetta, GA
Ogeechee Technical College, Statesboro, GA
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with
Court Consultant
Gregory Delaney, PE, LEED AP

Principal / Civil Engineering
Eberly & Associates
Greg Delaney is the Senior Civil Engineering Project Manager at Eberly & Associates and has corporate
management responsibilities in technical quality assurance and quality control. He serves as the Principal
in Charge and Project Manager for the firms municipal and County government projects. He has led project
teams for the majority of the local and county governments in Metro-Atlanta region. Greg has extensive
experience in site planning, design, construction and consultation throughout the Southeast, including state and
local planning and permitting, and is recognized by his clients as the absolute best technical expert in his field.
Relevant Experience


State Capital Renovations (GBA) utility relocation, east stair drainage improvement, west stair renovation, Atlanta, GA
Several renovation projects at the Georgia State Capitol Building including the current project of design for removal and
rehabilitation of west stairs. Other projects completed include relocating underground utility and restoration of the Capital and
design and construction of a pedestrian thorough fare connecting the Capitol to other State buildings.
254 Washington Street (GBA) Waterproofing - Civil engineering in support of improvements to drainage control and
building waterproofing.
Mitchell Street Pedestrian Plan (GBA) - Civil engineering in support of a master plan to connect Mitchell Street into a
pedestrian connector and corridor for the GBA state office buildings.
Rockdale County Government Center, Rockdale County, GA

Civil engineering and landscape architecture services for a new 42,000-SF county government building with parking spaces
on 4.2 acres.
South Fulton Community Justice Center, Fulton County, GA

Civil engineering and landscape architecture services which consists of the design and construction of a new 186 bed jail
of approximately 100,000-SF.
Cherokee County Courthouse, Cherokee County, GA

Landscape and hardscape design including circulation routes/walks, walls and fencing for courthouse renovation.
Education
Bachelor of Science of Civil Engineering, 1973, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana
Registrations
Professional Civil Engineer in GA, NC, SC, AL, AK, TN, IL, IN, MS, NV, NH, TX, KS, PA, and Puerto Rico
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Court Consultant
David Patterson, RLA, ASLA

Landscape Architect
Eberly & Associates
David Patterson serves as a Senior Landscape Architect. His experience includes seventeen years of planning
and design for the following land use types: municipal, higher education, technical education and K-12 educational
facilities. Mr. Patterson has provided professional services for detailed site planning, hardscape and landscape
design, and irrigation design and installation from the conceptual design stage through the construction document
phase and contract administration.
Relevant Experience


Berkeley Lake City Hall, Gwinnett County, Georgia

Landscape architect for a new 3,750 s.f. City Hall Building and parking on 1.9 acres in the Town of Berkeley Lake, Gwinnett County,
Georgia.
Newton County Courthouse, Covington, Georgia

Landscape design for 27,000 s.f. addition and 19,725 s.f. renovation to historic courthouse, as well as a renovation to a 15,600 s.f.
executive office building.
South Fulton Community Justice Center, Fulton County, Georgia

Landscape architect for design and construction of a new 186 bed jail of approximately 100,000 sq.ft. located in Union City,
Georgia.
Lovejoy Branch Library, Lovejoy, Georgia

Landscape architect for a branch library with associated site work.
The Great Park At Morgan Falls, Sandy Springs, Georgia

Mr. Patterson served as Senior Landscape Architect on this initial phase of the $8 million project for the City of Sandy
Springs flagship city park. The park extends from Roswell road West to the Morgan Falls (Georgia Power) hydro dam on the
Chattahoochee. Multiple owners and the close proximity of the Chattahoochee River required complex permitting and approval
process. The project involved staged clearance of extensive, and well established non-native invasive vegetation and sensitive
grading on a sloping site that overlooks the Chattahoochee.
Education
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture, 1993, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana
Registrations
Registered Landscape Architect in GA, AL, MS, NC
Affiliations
Member, American Society of Landscape Architecture (ASLA)
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with
Court Consultant
Jorge E. Gomez, RCDD, PE

Principal / Security - Low Voltage
J&A Engineering
Relevant Experience
Since 1985, Jorge has specialized in the area of electronic systems engineering and voice and data structured
cabling design. He has worked in a variety of roles including project manager, electronic system engineer, resident
engineering inspector, and applications engineer. His experience as a designer includes the design of door control,
access control, perimeter security, fire alarm, communications, television signal distribution, and voice and data
systems.

Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, Lawrenceville, GA (with POH Architects)
deliberation area, secure Judges parking, inmate holding and Jury assembly.
Georgia Building Authority 180, Atlanta, GA - Complete refurbishment of a GBA owned building - J&A designed the audio visual,
CATV, and security systems throughout the building. A unique characteristic of this project was the requirement to design an audio
and video link with the Capitol Building to allow all proceeding to be broadcast throughout the GBA 180 Building.
Georgia Building Authority 181 Capitol Plaza, Atlanta, GA - J&A Engineering has been awarded the design of the security
and audio visual systems for the new Capitol Plaza project which is an outdoor assembly space that is being constructed directly
adjacent to the State of Georgia Capitol Building.
Georgia Building Authority Video Upgrade Project - J&A Engineering was awarded the design of video surveillance system
upgrades throughout 34 GBA buildings including the Capitol and Governors Mansion.
Durham County Justice Center, Durham, NC

The $120 million building opened to the public in February 2013. The building houses the Durham County Sheriffs Office, the
Durham County District Attorneys Office, and has 20 courtrooms. The building is 318,533-SF and was built to LEED Gold
Standards. J&A Engineering, LLC was responsible for the design of all security, communication, and telecom infrastructure
systems for both the new Justice Center and the new parking deck project. The project also required a connecting secure corridor
to the existing Jail Complex. All low voltage systems were integrated with existing systems in the Jail Complex.
Education
Masters in Business Administration, Georgia State University
Bachelor of Industrial Engineering. Georgia Institute of Technology
Electronics Training, Chattahoochee Technical Institute
Registrations
Professional Engineer (PE): GA, AL, FL, SC, NC, TN, MS, MO
Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) No. 119813
Affiliations
Society of Fire Protection Engineers (SFPE) Associate Member - Atlanta Chapter
Building Industry Consulting Services International (BICSI) Member
Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE)
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with
Court Consultant
Will Broadnax, LEED AP, GGP

Sustainability Consultant
Energy Ace
Will Brodnax is a senior sustainability consultant specializing in green building education and LEED facilitation. He
has worked in the sustainable development industry for nearly five years and has participated in projects from various
stakeholder positions including finance, design, construction and sustainability consulting. He is the facilitator on a
wide range of projects including government office buildings and educational facilities. Recently, he worked with the
State of Georgia to develop the Georgia Peach Green Building Rating System. The Georgia Peach program is a set of
guidelines and strategies meant to help architects, engineers, and building owners comply with the Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Construct
on Act of 2008. He is an experienced public speaker and has organized and led educational workshops across the United States.
Relevant Experience


ceremonial courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. Energy Ace provided LEED Facilitation, Energy Modeling,
and Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning for the new $55 million Superior Courthouse in Cobb County. The 231,000-SF,
seven-story building includes courtrooms, attorney offices, prisoner holding areas, and various support offices. The project achieved
LEED Gold certification.
City of Decatur, Beacon Municipal Complex, Decatur, GA

LEED Consultant for the historical Beacon School Complex, which currently houses a police station, art center, dance studio and
other municipal uses. The 58,000 square feet of existing building will be partially demolished and rehabilitated. The renovated space
will be accompanied by two new buildings to provide over 85,000 square feet of healthy energy efficient space. The campus is
seeking LEED Silver Certification.
City of Douglasville, Public Safety Complex, Douglasville, GA

Energy Ace provided LEED Facilitation, Energy Modeling and Fundamental Commissioning on two buildings totaling 87,000 square
feet. The complex contains the police headquarters, municipal court, and community/training center for the city. The project achieved
LEED Silver certification.
City of Augusta, Sheriffs Headquarters, Augusta, GA

Energy Ace provided LEED Facilitation, Energy Modeling, and Fundamental and Enhanced Commissioning for the new $55 million
Superior Courthouse in Cobb County. The 229,000-square-foot, seven-story building includes courtrooms, attorney offices, prisoner
holding areas, and various support offices. The project achieved LEED Gold certification.
Education
University of Michigan, Master of Science in Urban Planning, 2008
University of Georgia, Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture, Focus in Master Planning and Environmental Remediation,
2006
Registrations
Green Globes Professional
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Court Consultant
Susan M. Smith, AIA, CPE

Cost Consultant
Costing Services Group (CSG)
Susan Smith provides architectural, civil and structural construction cost and system analysis in cost control, budget
monitoring, design estimating, value analysis and construction estimating. In addition to providing cost management
services, including preparation of estimates, Cost Models, trade-off cost studies and budgeting, she is responsible for
assigning appropriate personnel and directing their efforts for all CSG projects.
Relevant Experience

E. P. Tuttle U. S. Courthouse, Atlanta, GA

Senior Cost Analyst responsiblities for this project included the preparation of the Preliminary Cost Study for this 142,000-SF
renovation of the federal courthouse. The project was estimated based on the Bridging Delivery Method. Estimated construction
cost is $35 million.
Georgia State University Law School, Atlanta, GA

Ms. Smith led the estimating team in the preparation of the cost model and cost estimate for the feasibility study for this project. The
design included a concrete structure, terra cotta rainscreen and stone veneer exterior wall finishes, and expanses of curtain wall.
Interior spaces included courtrooms, law library, deans suite, tiered lecture halls and traditional classrooms. CSG will continue
providing cost estimating on this project throughout the design phases. The estimated construction cost of this 200,000-SF facility
was $62.6 million.
Augusta-Richmond County Judicial Complex, Augusta, GA

CSG Prepared phased cost estimates on this 188,000-SF project. The project included a green roof system, deep foundations and
a brick and limestone exterior wall finish system. The estimated construction cost was $48 million.
Gwinnett County Public Safety Complex, Buford, GA

Senior Cost Analyst for a 13,000-SF Fire Station and 21,000-SF Police Station/Tag Office. The estimated construction cost of this
project is $5 million.
Emory Law School, Atlanta, GA

Senior Cost Analyst to prepare the Schematic Design Estimate for this 69,500-SF Renovation and Expansion to Emory Universitys
Gambrell Hall. The exterior wall finish of the addition included curved and flat precast panels with expanses of curtain wall. The
estimated construction cost was $8.9 million.
Education
Master of Architecture, 1987, Georgia Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (Architecture), 1985, Georgia Institute of Technology
Registrations
Registered Architect, GA RA007453
Certified Professional Estimator (CPE), 2001
Affiliations
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Court Consultant
D4- Provide examples of your teams recent experience in similar projects, including the following information:
a. Provide detailed information on the three most recent relevant projects your firm has completed with proposed team members working together.
The same team members that completed the Cobb County Superior Courthouse
are proposed for the State of Georgia Judicial Complex.
Cobb County Superior Courthouse
Marietta, GA
Total Value of the Project:

GMP: $57 million, Final Cost: $55,936,836
Dates of the Project:
Design Start Date: Dec 2008
Design Completion Date: Apr 2009
Construction Start Date: Mar 2009
Construction Completion Date: Dec 2010
Quantity of Change Orders and Net Total Increase:
Deductive Change Orders totaled $1,238,000
Actual schedule performance relative to the initial
project schedule. The project was completed three
months ahead of schedule.
Client Representatives
Mr. Samuel Olens, Attorney General of Georgia
(former Chairman Cobb County Board of
Commissioners)
Georgia Department of Law
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects, in association with HDR, provided

full architectural services on the Cobb County Superior Courthouse. The
231,000-SF, 7-story courthouse building can accommodate 16 superior
courtrooms (11 courtrooms were built out initially) with a larger ceremonial
courtroom located on the second floor of the Courthouse. The facility is
linked to the existing court service building via a pedestrian bridge allowing
public/staff to safely navigate between buildings. The Courthouse project
also includes an entire floor (4th floor) which is shell space that could be
used for future courtrooms (4) or administrative offices. This original idea,
first championed by POH, helped solve future space expansion, eventually
allowing six levels to be courtroom floors. Additionally there is a full
basement level dedicated to the secure movement and confinement of 180
inmates to each of the courtrooms via four secure elevators. The basement
level houses the control room which monitors the activities throughout the
facility and the existing facility to which it is attached.
Mr. Allen Kronenberger, Cobb County Property

Management
770-528-2187
Mr. Tom Charron
Cobb County Superior Court Administrator
770-528-8110
We are truly proud of our new courthouse and I love
showing it off to visitors. Your work in designing a
beautiful, functional facility is a tribute to your firm as
well as the citizens of Cobb County.
-- Tom Charron
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Court Consultant
Cobb County Superior Courthouse (continued)

Marietta, GA
Summarize successes achieved and problems encountered and

overcome with the project.
The challenges the team faced in designing this high-security facility
were numerous and included providing a safe environment for Judges,
staff, attorneys and inmates while offering friendly efficient access for the
public. The basic design plan stems from a four courtrooms per floor bar.
Modern courthouse security design theory requires complete separation of
public access and vertical transportation from Judicial access and vertical
transportation from inmate access and vertical transportation. These three
groups only cross paths within a designated courtroom. These security
demands, however, were given the highest priority by the team followed
closely by project sustainability goals.
The Supreme Court of Georgia conducted

a special session at the Cobb County
Superior Courthouse on July 18, 2011.
This is a historic moment, said Chief
Justice Carol W. Hunstein, one of the seven
Supreme Court Justices.
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects was very effective at bridging the usual
gaps between the expectations of the facility user: the Judicial Staff and
the operational and maintenance needs, as well as the budget of the
building owner: Cobb County. This was accomplished by working diligently
with both groups to find areas of compromise and then provide eloquent
solutions to some demanding and difficult issues. We believe our team
first attitude and clever solutions were key to this successful process. We
were able to use our 3D modeling very effectively throughout the design
process to help the user and owner fully understand the project. Both
the user and owner are very pleased with the process that we employed
and the final result: the new Superior Courthouse. The exact same
architectural team members are committed to your project, bringing
practical and elegant solutions to your new Judicial Center.
Exterior Design: The exterior design of this courthouse honors and embraces the design ideals of a former courthouse built in the 1870s
(and later demolished in the 1960s after an extensive fire) while meeting the all-encompassing security demands and the sustainability
goals for the project. The 1870s Romanesque Revival courthouse was a popular design style in the latter half of the nineteenth century for
public buildings throughout the United States. Round arches over the windows and entries, towers with steep roofs and red brick facades
with stone accents were the main features of this style. The teamed worked tirelessly to orchestrate a design aesthetic that embraced the
historical reference and acknowledgement of the 1870s courthouse as requested by the Owner while producing a facility that meets the
security demands required in this era and beyond while exceeding the original sustainability goals for the project. Many of these overlaying
and all encompassing requirements at times seemed impossible to execute, but were solved elegantly by the team.
Sustainability: This very sustainable design was awarded LEED Gold and is one
of the largest courthouses in the Southeast to achieve this distinction.
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Fairfax County Courthouse

Fairfax, VA
$99 million
Estimated Completion: August 2008
Actual Completion: August 2008
Quantity of Change Orders and Net
Total Increase:
Original Estimate/Budget @ bid:
New Construction $86M
Renovation $18M
Site/off site development $9M
Total Estimate/Budget: $113M
Bid $94.5M
Change Orders/Net Total Increase: $4.5M
Final Contruction Cost: $99M
Actual schedule performance relative
to the initial project schedule. Fairfax
started programming October 1999,
completed design of Jennings June 2004.
Construction for the Courthouse Expansion
and Renovation Project began July 2004.
The Expansion opened to the public on
February 25, 2008. Completion of the
overall project, including renovation of the
Jennings Building, opened Spring of 2009.
Client Representative
Magdi Imbabi, PE, CCM, Project
Coordinator, Fairfax County Department of
Public Works and Environmental Services
703-324-5810
HDR served as Associate Architects on this addition of 328,000-SF and a renovation

consisting of 268,000-SF. The courthouse expansion consolidated judicial activities
for three courts systems from two separate facilities. The population growth and
outdated security requirements mandated that an expansion for the courts systems
housed in the facility, as well as a third courts system in the remote historical
courthouse complex was essential. The tight urban context required integration
with both the existing facility and the surrounding areas to maintain its
presence as a vital element of the community. The new secure exterior courtyard
bound by the existing facility and the expansion created accessibility from several
levels of the building.
Experience incorporating energy
efficient designs and principles into
FairFax:
Natural light integrated into the
courtrooms created energy savings
The two types of brick used on
the building exterior were local
materials, reducing manufacturing
and transport costs
Building automation systems on
each floor provided multiple zones
for specific uses and mechanical
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Fairfax County Courthouse (continued)

Summarize successes achieved and
problems encountered and overcome with
the project.
The new courthouse expansion provided a
prominent and distinctive civic architecture
that successfully connected divergent styles of
earlier buildings into a harmonious civic space.
The new facility and renovation successfully
resolved many dysfunctional operational
issues, including security, traffic and public
access, and a wide array of operational
deficiencies.
Construction was phased to allow the Court to
remain fully operational while new construction
and renovation took place. The construction
contract was awarded to the low bidder, who
declared bankruptcy a year into construction.
Cost and quality control was a significant
challenge. Establishing a full time site office
staffed jointly by County and HDR staff was an
effective way to make timely decisions during
construction, shorten turnaround of submittals
and RFIs, and monitor construction quality.
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Mecklenburg County Courthouse

Charlotte, NC
$149 million
Estimated Completion: January 2007
Actual Completion: January 2007
07/2000 Programming start
05/2001 Began to developed Master Plan
for downtown Charlotte
04/2001 Schematics start - then had to
change sites
07/2003 Construction Began
11/2003 Schematic Design Completion
01/2007 Construction Complete
Quantity of Change Orders and Net
Total Increase:
Original construction budget: $116M
Final construction cost: $117M
FF&E and Security budget: $5.3M
Final FF&E and Security costs: $4.6M
Soft costs budget: $21M
Final Soft costs actual: $27M
Actual schedule performance relative
to the initial project schedule.
Completed on time.
Client Representatives
Todd Nuccio
Trial Court Administrator
704-347-7802
To keep pace with the increasing demands of a growing population, Mecklenburg

County expanded their courts system piece by piece. This strategy ultimately led to
a fragmented system, spread through four different facilities. Faced with continued
population growth and space shortages Mecklenburg County again faced the need for
expansion space.
The County hired the HDR team to consolidate all of the courtrooms under one roof.
The courthouse is the first step in defining a new Government District and address
the deficiencies of the present multi-building court complex, including overcrowding,
a shortage of courtrooms, disjointed traffic paper flow, compromised security, among
others.
The 542,000-SF building included shelled courts initially to provide future flexibility and
growth needs. The courthouse conveys a civic purpose both inside and outside of the
building. It will serve as a focal point and gateway to Center City and reflects the dignity
and gravity of our judicial system.
Building Components: 39 courtrooms for Superior, District/Magistrate and Family
Courts, as well as chambers, office space for the Clerk and Trial Court Administrator,
jury assembly, grand jury suite, post-judgment center, media/press room, Pro-se center,
alternative dispute resolution, and family court services center.
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Mecklenberg County Courthouse (continued)

Security: Planning, design, bid preparation and construction
administration for electronic security and countermeasures systems
for the courthouse includes: Two separate areas provide x-ray
parcel/package inspections and walk-through weapons detection.
Both areas have egress only optical turnstiles for efficient staff
utilization. Two integrated control centers utilizing touchscreen
graphic panels provide control for detainee movement and building
operations.
Courtroom Technology: Integrated courtroom technology
spanning local and wide area networks and fully integrating videoteleconferencing, VCR, DVD, document viewers, audio and video
monitors, and projectors into a single user friendly operating system.
Digital courtrooms with remote witness capabilities, hearing rooms,
jury assembly areas, training rooms, and conference rooms. The
integrated systems consist of touchscreens for complete user control
and configuration of all components.
Summarize successes achieved and problems encountered and
overcome with the project.
The Courthouse was included in the

American Institute of Architects, Committee
on Justice, 2007-2008 Justice Facility Review.
The Mecklenburg County Courthouse was a fast track project

developed on a tight downtown urban site. Early design efforts
were disrupted when the preferred site could not be procured at a
reasonable cost. Construction was procured by the County in 39
separate prime contracts bid at different times with a CM not-atrisk managing construction. Early site, excavation, foundation and
structure packages kept the project on schedule but introduced
complexity in coordinating the separate efforts of 39 prime
contractors. Unforseen
subsurface conditions
discovered during excavation
also required a redesign of
the foundation systems as
construction was underway.
The design facilitated a
phased approach allowing
court operations to continue
uninterrupted on the site
throughout construction. The
project was delivered on
schedule and on budget.
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b. Provide a reference from the Client and any other stakeholders (with current phone numbers) familiar with your performance on each
of the above projects.
Reference for Cobb County Superior

Courthouse
Mr. Allen Kronenberger
Cobb County Property Management Department
770-528-2187
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Reference for Cobb County Superior

Courthouse
Mr. Samuel Olens, Attorney General
State of Georgia
404-656-3300
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Reference for Gwinnett County Justice and

Administration Center
Mr. Philip Boudewyns, Court Administrator
Gwinnett Judicial Circuit
770-822-8563
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Reference for General Services

Administration Bankruptcy Court
Mr. Randy Doub
Chief Judge
252-291-6413
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c. List the individuals who served as the Principal Architect/Executive/Director, lead designers, project manager, and other key roles on
the projects. Please note whether these individuals are still employed with your firm. Identify and provide detailed information on projects
in which all or any combination of members of the proposed team has worked together on.
Cobb County Superior Courthouse

Charles OBrien III, Project Executive

Anthony Turpin, Principal in Charge
Earl Smith, Project Manager
Chuck OBrien IV, Design Principal
Tom Vandeveer, Courts Planner
Pete Pruitt, Structural Principal
Thomas Szewczyk, Structural Project Manager
Greg Delaney, Civil Engineer
Jorge Gomez, Security Consultant
Tim Milam, Electrical Engineer
Don Sheffield, Mech/Plumb Engineer
William Broadnax, Sustainable Consultant
Still employed at POH - over 28 years

Still employed at HDR
Still employed at PES
Still employed at PES
Still employed at Eberly & Associates
Still employed at J&A Engineering
Still employed at Jordan & Skala
Still employed at Jordan & Skala
Still employed at Energy Ace
The same team members that completed the Cobb County Superior Courthouse
are proposed for the State of Georgia Judicial Complex.
Fairfax County Courthouse
Tom Vandeveer, Principal
Mecklenberg County Courthouse
Tom Vandeveer, Principal
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D4- Provide examples of your teams recent experience in similar projects, including the following information:
d. Provide detailed information on the level of experience team members have incorporating energy efficient designs and principles into
past projects.
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects is committed to our clients in the pursuit of sustainable buildings. Over one-third of our architectural staff are
LEED Associate Professionals, and while we have designed many LEED recognized projects, we strive to make sustainable decisions on
every project. We understand this project is subject to the requirements of the Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Construction Act and that
Georgia Peach Certification is required with commissioning.
Georgia Peach Certification
We are familiar with the Georgia Peach rating systems and will incorporate into the overall project when possible.
We are currently working on two projects with GSFIC incorporating the Georgia Peach Green Building Rating System.
The Automated Manufacturing Technology Building at Georgia Northwestern Technical College is currently starting
construction and will achieve Peach certification. The Food Technology Center at the University of Georgia Griffin
Campus is currently in the Schematic Design Phase and will incorporate the Peach Rating system.
Recent POH Sustainable Project
Cobb County Superior Courthouse - LEED Gold certified
The Cobb County Superior Courthouse, completed by all team members, was awarded LEED Golf certification in April of 2011. The project
team surpassed the original goal of LEED Silver to obtain the higher certification, and is the largest LEED Gold Courthouse in the Southeast.
The project documented a 26.7% energy cost savings through the energy model, resulting in 5 LEED points.
The project employed water use reduction methods that yielded a total water savings of 47.5%, earning both WEc3.1 and WEc3.2, as
well as one Innovation and Design point.
21% of the projects materials contained post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled content.
25% of the projects materials were manufactured, harvested, and extracted within 500 miles of the project site.
The project earned an exemplary performance point for EQc4.3: Low Emitting Materials, Carpet Systems. The project met this
threshold by using NSF/ANSI 140-2007 certified carpet for all carpet products installed in the project, and by using Gold level carpet that
represented at least 2.5% of the value of the project; the total Gold value carpet used represented 2.809% of the value of the project.
Awarded - 2012 Project of the Year - Design Build Institute of America - Southeast Chapter
Awarded - First Place in Sustainability - Design Build Institute of America - Southeast Chapter
Recent HDR Sustainable Project
Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory
LEED Platinum certified - Net-Zero Site Energy Use
HDR completed the Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory at the Georgia Institute of Technology. HDR worked with Georgia Tech
on a clear mission for the Carbon-Neutral Energy Solutions Laboratory: carbon neutral net-zero site energy use. The facility sets a new
standard for sustainable design for buildings of its type by optimizing passive energy technologies, reducing electricity loads, and maximizing
the use of renewable energy. It houses a variety of energy research programs requiring large scale (high-bay) and intermediate scale (midbay) capabilities, and the design is intended to express its mission simply, directly and honestly; a no frills design. The laboratory has
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e. Describe the level of experience team members have in the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) as it pertains to design, clash
detection, virtual walk through, etc.
Building Information Modeling (BIM)
The virtual building model clearly becomes a reference for better
construction. As the shared model evolves over the life of the project, all
stakeholders will benefit from the intelligent project model. The model begins
as a better communication tool. 3D visualizations and animations assist with
the sharing of ideas with the team. The model develops through the design
and construction process to the end of the project, where the model then
becomes a powerful asset for the owner and operator.
The BIM model along with other construction data can be used to support
your facility management. Post-construction information, such as in-wall
photos of systems, linked electronic documents, and electronic O&M
manuals and shop drawings, can also be a part of the model. Facilitys
managers can then use touch-pads to access the model with the goal of
revolutionizing the facility management experience.
The image shows an example in which Structural Bracing

(color blue) and a Mechanical Exhaust Fan (color green)
are clashing
BIM models integrate easily into Maximo. The Maximo plug-in automatically
loads the data of the BIM model, graphical backgrounds and database, into the
program to begin the process of maintaining the building. Contractors who are
BIM savvy can easily integrate submittal information and record drawing data
into the program.
Additionally, we have also begun using touch-pads on site in reviewing
construction progress, identifying RFIs, conducting CCA management, and in
some cases, doing commissioning.
The BIM model allows the team to collaborate better than ever before.
Multiple tools are used to allow the team to electronically check for potential
construction collisions. The team regularly runs single-discipline and crossdiscipline interference checks to avoid construction elements such as beams,
ductwork and piping conflicting with one another.
Our team is fully capable of providing BIM Deliverables per the recent GSFIC
guidelines. However, it is important for the entire project team, including the
owner and end-user, to establish the goals to be achieved with the model early
on in the project as the model will be tailored to those goals.
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Parametric Modeling
We utilize parametric modeling to create an iterative framework based on project variables for studying design variations and alternatives.
Parametric models are useful digital tools for ensuring that the concept is directly related to the established inputs and outputs. A parametric
model of the court module can be used to establish the relationships, areas, and ratios of the space program. In this case, we might use the
model as a tool for a user simulating an experience in the space. The user might be a prospective juror, judge, attorney, or court employee.
As the user changes the project variables important to them, the model is able to show the real-time impacts on the space requirements.
Our team is now able to capture the results of the iterative process and provide clear visualizations demonstrating the cost and benefit of
different solutions.
Data-Driven Design
Together with GBA team members, our team can create a comprehensive strategy to identify goals and detailed, prioritized metrics of
success in order to expedite decision-making throughout the planning and design processa groundbreaking new design approach. We
believe that both qualitative and quantitative features of process and design can be modeled, tested, and validated prior to construction and/
or occupancy (the pre-occupancy evaluation) in order to optimize the goals of your organization and mitigate risk prior to live implementation.
Our team will do this by creating one model that integrates strategic growth projections and programming, parametric modeling, project
schedule, cost estimation, and operational modeling (discrete event simulation).
3-D Modeling
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects is committed to involving our clients throughout the design process using digital 3-D media to better
communicate the clients vision for their project. We find 3-D models a very effective tool for communicating to the client, as well as the entire
project team, the design intent. Starting at the beginning of schematic design, 3-D modeling software is used to study many aspects of the
project. Our 3-D models allow us to effectively communicate components of the design including building mass, scale, proportion, materials,
context, sun shade, and shadow. Through the use of 3-D software our designers are able to efficiently alter the design during schematics to
study and present multiple solutions to the client. Our in-house graphic Design Studio affords us the capability of transferring the design into
a range of visual media including live manipulation of the model, short animations, color elevations, and 3-D renderings. All of these tools are
part of our normal design methodologies and are not additional to our services.
Randy Doub, the Chief Judge of the United States Bankruptcy Court stated:
By using 3D computer modeling, we were able to evaluate and
BIM Courtroom Model used for sight line studies
design the proposed courtroom layout with proper sight lines....in
years past, GSA has expended hundreds of thousands of dollars
building physical mock-ups of courtrooms to test sight lines and
courtroom layout. As a result, this Design Intent Development [DID]
workshop saved significant time and money. The DID workshop was
most successful and helpful. As a result, the architects, contractor
and GSA were able to more clearly identify and understand our
courts day to day operations and needs. Not only did this workshop
enhance communication and design but will result in a better
designed courthouse which will serve our court, our public, and
ultimately the taxpayers who foot the bill. GSA would be well advised to utilize the DID workshop concept in future projects. At the end
of the session, all parties signed off on a floor plan and design documents which are nearly complete...There is no doubt in my mind
that the 3 days spent in Atlanta with our court representatives and all involved in this project saved 6 months in planning and design,
not to mention the thousands of dollars saved that would have otherwise been spent on communication back and forth between the
parties had we not met in Atlanta.
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E. DESIGN PLAN
E1. Provide a statement of your definition of your firms proposed overall role in this project, your anticipated level of management
responsibility and accountability for project concerns. Describe your process for efficiently resolving issues and maintaining the project
commitments while working collaboratively with the GSFIC, Using Agency, and others as applicable. Provide detailed procedures for
routine solving of complex project issues without compromising your team commitments. Provide your proposed methods and plans of
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects is responsible for overall
management of the entire project, leading the design process
through the final completion of the project. We will work
collaboratively with all parties, to develop a program and design
that is tailored specifically to the needs of the State of Georgia
and the Georgia Building Authority. It is our teams intention to
utilize the combined strengths of all our teammates to deliver a
project that exceeds your expectations.
We begin with listening to our client and then leading the team
to the optimal solutions. Our solutions will incorporate the
programmatic requirements of this project, the opportunities
the site has to offer, the desires of the staff, and the attitudes of
the users that will ultimately use this facility, while maintaining
the requirements of GSFIC and GBA. We are committing
four Principals through the entire project process, along with
a strong Project Manager. This commitment will result in a
project team that is responsible and accountable at all times
throughout the design and construction of the project.
We have instituted the use of Newforma Project Center (NPC)
as a working/management tool that reduces risks and saves
time in the management of emails, searches, mark-ups,
meeting minutes, project files, record documents, images,
files transfers, and action items. Additionally during the
construction phase, Newforma streamlines the work processes
for submittals, request for information (RFIs), document
changes, sketch logs, bulletins, addendums, supplemental
instructions, construction change directives, proposal request,
contract changes, contracts, change order proposals, change
orders and punchlists. In the close out of a project Newforma
allows us to streamline access to information via the web and
the publishing of handover and project closeout to all parties
associated with the project.
Issue Resolution Methodology
Communication is the key to successfully solving complex
project issues. We strive to maintain open lines of
communication among all of the project team members by

listening to all sides of an issue. Often the solution to complex
issues comes from the most unlikely source and being open
to dialog is key. We utilize many types of communication
systems to maintain team connectivity, from simply being
available by cell phone or personal e-mail devices and remote
server access for those times when an individual is out of
the office, to weekly team updates with Newforma (action
items) and regularly scheduled meetings. Electronic transfer
of documents, posting documents to websites and other
collaborative web-based systems are regularly used.
We are equipped for web-based video teleconferencing within
our offices and many times a simple web-based virtual meeting
which allows the design team to communicate remotely is the
best means for quick communication with the least disruption of
the daily routine. It is also a green way to have meetings with
less reliance on automotive travel. We have found that one
solution to all team communications is not the answer. Being
open to alternative solutions, having the technical abilities to
solve the communication issues and a strong desire to maintain
these communications has made us successful in maintaining
good team relationships and achieving the greatest success for
the project.
Cutting Edge Software to Manage the Design Schedule
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects uses Newforma Project
Center as a full-spectrum project information and project
management software. It helps our teams execute projects
faster, streamline work processes, improve coordination and
communication, increase
visibility into costs and
quantities, enable greater
repeatability of project
success and improve
client service. Newforma
is a Project Information
Management (PIM)
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software used by architecture, engineering, and construction

organizations. Deltek Vision application suite meets all of
our project-based information and needs including time
and expense capture, billing, financial, clients and business
development. Additionally, we utilize Newforma Project
Analyzer scheduling software and other planning systems to
track project progress and schedule resources for the timely
completion of projects. We believe that this proactive approach
to the planning of the project helps us ensure the success of
the project. The use of accelerated delivery packages for civil
engineering, foundations and structural systems will be utilized
to accelerate the construction of the project.
E2- Describe what you see as any unique challenges or risk
associated with this project and your plan for process for
addressing these matters.
In accordance with the Judicial Complex Assessment, the
new State Judicial Complex will accommodate the Supreme
Court, Appellate Court, Clerk, AOC, Bar Admissions, Law
Department, and support services under one roof. The new
facility will address the deficiencies of the present conditions
including overcrowding, disjointed traffic and paper flow, illogical
deployment of space, compromised security, and other serious
concerns noted in the Report.
As land develops and markets change, opportunities are
lost. Because public resources are scarce and valuable, it
is imperative to get it right the first time. The new Judicial
Complex presents a unique and strategic opportunity. To get it
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right the first time, the design for the Judicial Complex must
satisfy many clients. For the Capitol Hill area, the new Judicial
Complex can enhance the surrounding area, transforming it
to a civic place with a dignified public building, set in a welllandscaped site. Traditionally a generator of economic activity,
the new Judicial Complex can be a catalyst for growth and set
the standards for future development.
For the public and users of the court facilities, the new
courthouse must provide for greater accessibility via a building
organization with clarity of circulation, generous and open
public spaces, and user oriented courts information systems.
The associated development of the site must accommodate
effective traffic circulation and address parking needs. For
the judges and staff, the new Judicial Complex must provide
a secure, pleasant working environment with adequate space
and technology to facilitate their work both today and into the
future. For the State, the new Judicial Complex must be cost
effective in its use of resources - materials, energy, and staff in terms of initial cost as well as life cycle costs.
To successfully achieve these goals, a multitude of
requirements must be understood and many issues addressed.
Your Request for Proposal has asked us to address several
significant issues that are critical to the success any modern
courthouse.
Architectural Design
Across the national landscape, we have witnessed beautiful
courthouses performing badly. Function vs. aesthetics implies
that these are contradictory objectives. We believe this should
not be the case. For a project to be successful, its design must
address the goals and needs of all its clients - the city it resides
in, the public who use it, the staff that work in it and the owner
who pays for it and maintains it. There is a large community
with a stake in the design of all large public buildings. There
are numerous and sometimes conflicting opinions of what
the priorities are. Good urban design, appropriate building
image, high quality accommodation of functions, ability to
adapt to future needs, and cost effectiveness are all parts of a
complicated equation which must be balanced.
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Although we have designed a number of courthouses, each

building is a unique solution. Responding to variations in
the ways different courts do business and the surrounding
context of the site demands this. Without exception or
compromise, a modern courthouse must perfectly reflect the
operations of the court. Although there is no single solution,
there are commonalties between them that exemplify some
basic precepts. The civic purpose of the building should be
readily understood from the building massing, scale and use
of materials. The exterior should project a dignified presence
whose faade represents the importance and permanence of
the functions housed within. The organization of the functions
within the courthouse should serve to expedite the business
of the courts - those functions with the most public interactions
should be located near street level and if possible be reached
without the need for elevators. Public circulation should be
generous and easily understood. Staff areas should promote
efficiency and well-being. Security and technology should be
integrated into the architecture, available yet inconspicuous.
At its best, architecture modifies behavior and creates a
personal response by the visitor. When one comes to an
American Courthouse one should experience very specific
emotions. Above all, one should feel a sense of impartiality and
equal access to justice. This is the fundamental axiom of what
it is to be a free American.
Our team has successfully balanced function, aesthetics, and
delivery to create distinctive civic architecture of enduring value.
On projects such as the Cobb County Superior Courthouse and
others we featured herein, we have consistently sought and
achieved this balance, creating a functional and efficient work
environment within an architecture unique to its specific time
and place.
Samuel Olens, the Attorney General of Georgia, stated,
Our new Superior Courthouse is a perfect mix
of aesthetics (it is beautiful) and functionality as
demonstrated by the improved efficiency for our judicial
process assets for long-term energy conservation and
environmental sustainability.
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Incorporating Technology
Adoption of court automation and communications technology
has revolutionized our nations courts. Traditional court facilities
have not been designed to accommodate technology or for
the new generation of integrated building systems. The use of
technology will grow as the judicial system struggles to keep
pace with the demands of a litigious and violent constituency.
The potential efficiencies that can be realized from advances in
technology are tremendous and exciting. On every courthouse
project we have designed in the last five years, technology has
been a prominent part of our scope of services.
The Smart Courthouse Symposium that was hosted by
HDR is one example of how they explore new and emerging
technologies with our clients. They actively participate in all of
the prominent national level conference series to stay current
on new trends and developments. But what is important is how
HDR brings this knowledge to our courthouse projects. On
every courthouse they have designed in the past five years,
technology has been the most important component.
Security
Our approach is to start on day one with a comprehensive
threat assessment involving all the components of the court.
Who is at risk? What is the relative hierarchy of risk? Who
responds to each of these threats? Completion provides a
clear picture of security objectives and strategies. The teams
experience in the design of justice facilities has resulted in an
array of proven security planning principles, which include:
Concentric Planning: a series of concentric circles, each
representing a more secure zone. The outer ring encompasses
the entire site, an area often overlooked. Staff and visitors
require safe access to parking, exterior areas, and the
respective buildings. Typically, site security is best achieved via
good lighting, minimizing blind spots created by structures or
landscape elements, careful placement of sensitive areas away
from streets and unsupervised parking, and an overall site
monitoring system. Vehicular access to and from the site must
be carefully considered.
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The building envelope represents the next circle. The design of

the buildings envelope must incorporate appropriate responses
to potential acts of terrorism and other threats identified in the
assessment. Our experience in the highest level of antiterrorist
design is extensive. It includes the design of the first Federal
Courthouse to be based on the new security guidelines
developed by the U.S. Marshals Service after Oklahoma
City. The project, located in Laredo, Texas, is the closest U.S.
Courthouse to a foreign border.
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be adequately designed and properly detailed to resist the

sound transmission. In courtrooms and chambers, walls should
fully extend from the floor to the bottom of the structure above
and be fitted with sound insulation. Doors, the weakest point
of the assembly, should be a solid core, and door frames fitted
with sound gaskets as needed. The arrangement of spaces
within the courthouse should be carefully considered to avoid
common walls between spaces that must remain acoustically
separated by providing neutral intervening space.
Planning must consider not only the acoustical
properties of individual spaces and wall/floor/ceiling
assemblies, but the performance of entire sequence
of spaces. The distribution systems for building
utilities and services, such as HVAC and piping,
should be engineered to maintain the integrity of
acoustical zones within the courthouse. Sound will
leak through ductwork and transmit through pipes.
Model for security screening studies
Penetrations of the building perimeter (entries and exits) should

be minimized and monitored. Public areas of the courthouse
represent the next zone or circle. Although all visitors to the
court will have been screened, public corridors, elevators and
waiting areas should be open and observable.
The next zone is those areas deemed most sensitive to
assure proper adjudication or accommodate those most at
risk. Typically these areas include judges chambers. This
zone should be served by designated elevators and corridors
with restricted access via security personnel, remote video and
audio monitored release, and card or code readers.
Acoustics & Lighting
Court participants should hear proceedings clearly. Acoustics
should be clear, with no reverberations or echoes, and should
be enhanced in the litigation area. Unwanted airborne sound
transmission into the courtroom must be eliminated through
proper planning and construction. Sound lock vestibules
should be located at entrances to the courtroom. Walls should
Structure-borne noise should be isolated by proper

wall design to prevent unwanted propagation into
the courtroom. Rotating or vibrating mechanical
equipment, such as fans in air handling units and pumps,
should be properly balance, fitted with sound isolators to
prevent the transmission of vibration through the building and,
where possible, located away from courtrooms, chambers,
and jury deliberation spaces. Mechanical ductwork should be
lined with sound absorptive insulation. High air velocities in
mechanical ducts should be avoided, especially in courtroom
and chambers areas.
Within the courtroom, materials should be selected to provide
the appropriate acoustical environment. Hard, reflective
materials over the litigation well will enhance sound clarity,
although sound reinforcement should still be provided, together
with an assistive listening and interpreter system. The sound
system should be integrated with the audio/video system.
Softer, absorptive materials should be placed on walls behind
the spectator seating. Reverberation time within the courtroom
must fall within acceptable limits. Lighting should be free
from glare, with good color rendition providing visual clarity
of exhibits. Wide differences in levels of illumination should
be avoided. Lighting systems must be fully adjustable to
accommodate a wide range of presentation media.
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Site Issues and Opportunities

Security is essential to daily operations. Segregated parking
and controlled access to the site will influence the site design
and traffic patterns. The site design will respond to and
compliment the building circulation pattern required to provide
the appropriate level of security, including blast setback and
passive perimeter vehicular restraints.
Controls should be easily understood and fail-safe. The

placement and zoning of the lighting system must be
sympathetic to the increasing use of display monitors and avoid
screen glare. Task lighting for the work surfaces of the bench,
clerk, counsel tables, and other stations should be capable of
discrete adjustment during court proceedings to suit individual
preferences. The introduction of natural light into the courtroom
is beneficial and should be encouraged. Consequently, many
of the courthouse facilities we have designed have introduced
natural light into some or all of the courtrooms. In some cases,
the planning and configuration of space was driven, in part,
by the desire to locate the courtrooms on an exterior wall with
access to natural light.
Systems Commissioning
The site is challenged to develop a visual and functional

connection to the Capitol. The intersection of Capitol Avenue
and Memorial Drive is expansive. I-75/I-85 sits beneath the
intersection, and the associated retaining walls restrict how
close a building may sit to the corner of the site. The site design
will recognize the challenge and reinforce the connection to
the intersection and across it to the Capitol Complex in the
treatments between the building and the intersection, as well
as improvements to the streetscape, resulting in a coherent
and thematic connection. Techniques involve the use of paving
patterns; the use of thematic furnishings and site structures;
development of pedestrian spaces that allow for interaction with
Capitol Complex employees, visitors, and clients; and attractive
monumentation that draws visual attention to the site from afar.
I-75/I-85 influences and control will necessitate thorough and
extensive interaction with GaDOT. The street designs will
comply with GaDOT requirements and restrictions. Meetings
will be held early on with GaDOT to define the design
parameters.
HDR, as a prime court consultant, POH, and the team can

tap into this wealth of expertise. The facilities we design
and engineer are programmatic in nature and require a
sophisticated approach to solve their highly specialized
challenges. HDR has focused exclusively on the design of
Courthouses, Jails and Prisons, Hospitals, and Research
Laboratories for over 80 years and in each situation, the
buildings capacity to operate efficiently prior to and during
occupancy is critical - lives depend on it. Todays courthouses
are increasingly sophisticated in the use of technology.
Thus, they are more complex to operate and maintain. It is
imperative that these buildings function properly and are easy
to operate and maintain.
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The resulting design directives will be

communicated to all Team members and
incorporated into the design.
The existing building has underground spaces
that closely hug Capitol Avenues right of way.
A tall retaining wall and/or shoring system may
be left in place following the demolition of the
building under a separate contract. If a sloped
embankment is left, a new wall and shoring
system may be needed for the new construction.
Civil design will respond to the post demolition
conditions, particularly regarding soil and
groundwater issues that will be encountered.
Plans will be coordinated directly with
geotechnical engineering, structural wall drainage
requirements, and Architectural waterproofing.
Ingress, egress, building services, and visitation
will influence the site access design. Curb cut
locations may be restricted by GaDOT on Capitol
Avenue and Memorial Drive. Fraser Street
will be studied to confirm that it is adequate
and functional. Or redesigned to be so. A
comprehensive street system for circulation
and building function will result from the early
interaction with GaDOT;
Stormwater management may include Green
Infrastructure Best Management Practices,
such as rainwater harvesting and reuse. City
Ordinances provide a guideline approach
that may be used to develop the plan. The
neighboring park may provide an opportunity to
provide landscape irrigation water or water for
other uses and features. The site design will include sustainable practices for stormwater management and other sustainable building
practices. POH has extensive experience in sustainable building design that will offer many alternatives in designing this Judicial Center.
LEED Accredited Professionals on the Team will bring their experiences to the design.
The site lies within a City SPI zoning district. The site design will be developed within the context of the Citys Overlay District to the
extent deemed appropriate, and there will be an appropriate level of interaction and courteous as well as informative exchanges with City
planners, as determined by GSFIC.
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E3- Provide your proposed timeline covering the scope of design, and a detailed work plan for the project. Each milestone must include
the detailed steps describing the tasks to be done. Describe systems and procedures your firm uses to manage the design schedule.
Describe alternatives that may be explored to shorten the schedule.
The project schedule shown is preliminary, based on assumptions and previous project experiences of similar facilities. Please
understand these dates and milestones have been developed without any input from GBA, GSFIC, or the Judiciary. By accomplishing
these tasks, the CM/GC will be able to begin construction of major building components while the design team is completing
documentation of building enclosure, interior construction, and finishes.
signifies Energy & Sustainable Tasks/Milestones within the Project Timeline.
STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX PROJECT TIMELINE
TASK
DURATION
START
Notice to Proceed
10/13/2014
Contract Negotiations
1 wk
10/13/2014
Programming
45 days
10/20/2014
Review Program
4 wks
10/20/2014
Develop Energy & Sustainable Rating Goals for the Project
1 wk
11/10/2014
Review & Approval with GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
3 wks
11/17/2014
Review Energy & Sustainable Goals Established
1 wk
12/1/2014
Project Kick-off meeting
1 day
12/8/2014
Energy & Sustainable Checklist Finalized
1 day
12/8/2014
Finalize Program Summary
4 days
12/9/2014
Program Summary Approval with GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
1 wk
12/15/2014
Conceptual Design
69 days
12/22/2014
Develop Preliminary Plans/Elevations
3 wks
12/22/2014
Preliminary Energy & Sustainable Analysis (Commissioning Log Issued)
1 wk
1/5/2015
Presentation to GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
1 day
1/12/2015
Refine Scheme
3 wks
1/13/2015
Verification of Energy & Sustainable Analysis
2 wks
1/20/2015
Preliminary Cost Reconciliation (CM/GC)
2 wks
2/3/2015
Finalize Scheme
1 wk
2/17/2015
Review & Approval from GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
3 wks
2/24/2015
Update Cost Reconciliation (CM/GC)
3 days
3/17/2015
GSFIC Backcheck Review
1 wk
3/20/2015
Schematic Design
76 days
3/27/2015
Begin SD Development
3 wks
3/27/2015
Run Preliminary Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
1 wk
4/10/2015
Commissioning Log Update Issued
2 days
4/15/2015
FINISH
10/13/2014
10/17/2014
12/19/2014
11/14/2014
11/14/2014
12/5/2014
12/5/2014
12/8/2014
12/8/2014
12/12/2014
12/19/2014
3/26/2015
1/9/2015
1/9/2015
1/12/2015
2/2/2015
2/2/2015
2/16/2015
2/23/2015
3/16/2015
3/19/2015
3/26/2015
7/10/2015
4/16/2015
4/16/2015
4/16/2015
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TASK
DURATION
START
Design Intent Workshop
3 days
4/17/2015
Initial State Fire Marshal Review
4 wks
4/17/2015
Initial City of Atlanta Review
4 wks
4/17/2015
Finalize SD Development
3 wks
4/22/2015
Finalize Preliminary Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
1 wk
5/6/2015
2 days
5/11/2015
Internal Review (POH & CM/GC)
1 wk
5/13/2015
Incorporate Comments
3 days
5/20/2015
Cost Reconciliation (CM/GC)
2 wks
5/18/2015
3 wks
6/1/2015
1 wk
6/22/2015
1 wk
6/29/2015
1 wk
7/6/2015
Design Development
97.5 days
7/13/15
Begin DD Development
5 wks
7/13/2015
Run Design Development Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
2 wks
8/3/2015
2 days
8/13/2015
50% Review Meeting
1 day
8/17/2015
Follow-up Review with State Fire Marshal
4 wks
8/17/2015
Follow-up Review with the City of Atlanta
4 wks
8/17/2015
Finalize DD Development
5 wks
8/18/2015
Finalize Design Development Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
2 wks
9/8/2015
3 days
9/17/2015
Internal Review (CM/GC)
1.5 wks
9/22/2015
4 days
10/1/2015
Cost Reconciliation (CM/GC)
2 wks
9/30/2015
3 wks
10/14/2015
1 wk
11/4/2015
1 wk
11/11/2015
1 wk
11/18/2015
Construction Documents
140.5 days
11/25/2015
Begin CD Development
8 wks
11/25/2015
Run Construction Document Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
3 wks
12/30/2015
4 days
1/14/2016
Begin CCO#1 (Site Work) Development
4 wks
11/25/2015
Internal Review CCO#1 (POH & CM/GC)
1 wk
12/23/2015
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FINISH
4/21/2015
5/14/2015
5/14/2015
5/12/2015
5/12/2015
5/12/2015
5/19/2015
5/22/2015
5/29/2015
6/19/2015
6/26/2015
7/3/2015
7/10/2015
11/25/15
8/14/2015
8/14/2015
8/14/2015
8/17/2015
9/11/2015
9/11/2015
9/21/2015
9/21/2015
9/21/2015
10/1/2015
10/7/2015
10/14/2015
11/4/2015
11/11/2015
11/18/2015
11/25/2015
6/8/2016
1/20/2016
1/20/2016
1/20/2016
12/23/2015
12/30/2015
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TASK
DURATION
START
Cost Reconciliation CCO#1 (CM/GC)
1 wk
12/30/2015
Review & Approval - CCO#1 from GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
3 wks
1/6/2016
50% Review Meeting
1 day
1/20/2016
Incorporate Comments CCO#1 (POH)
1 wk
1/27/2016
Update Cost Reconciliation - CCO#1 (CM/GC)
1 wk
2/3/2016
GSFIC Backcheck Review & Approval - CCO#1
1 wk
2/10/2016
Begin CCO#2 (Foundation/Structural Steel)
6 wks
11/25/2015
Internal Review CCO#2 (POH & CM/GC)
1 wk
1/6/2016
Cost Reconciliation CCO#2 (CM/GC)
1 wk
1/13/2016
Review & Approval - CCO#2 from GSFIC/GBA/Judicial
3 wks
1/20/2016
Incorporate Comments CCO#2 (POH)
1 wk
2/10/2016
Update Cost Reconciliation CCO#2 (CM/GC)
1 wk
2/17/2016
GSFIC Backcheck Review & Approval - CCO#2
1 wk
2/24/2016
Final Review with State Fire Marshal
4 wks
1/20/2016
Finalize CD Development
8 wks
1/21/2016
Finalize Construction Document Energy Modeling & Life Cycle Costs
3 wks
2/25/2016
4 days
3/11/2016
Internal Review (POH & CM/GC)
2 wks
3/17/2016
1 wk
3/31/2016
Cost Reconciliation - GMP Finalization (CM/GC)
2 wks
4/4/2016
GMP Finalized (CM/GC)
0 days
4/18/2016
3 wks
4/18/2016
1.5 wks
5/9/2016
Update GMP (CM/GC)
2 wks
5/19/2016
GSFIC Backcheck Review & GMP Approval
1 wk
6/2/2016
GMP Final
0 days
6/8/2016
Permit
21 days
1/6/2016
Submit Drawings (CCO#1) to the City of Atlanta (LDP)
3 wks
1/6/2016
Address Comments (CCO#1, if required)
1 wk
1/27/2016
Resubmit (CCO#1, if required)
1 day
2/3/2016
Construction Administration
506 days
2/4/2016
Site Mobilization
2 wks
2/4/2016
Construction
24 mons
2/18/2016
Commissioning Verification of Installation
22 mons
2/18/2016
Functional Performance Tests & Verification of TABs Reports
1 mon
10/26/2017
Resolution of Test & Verification Discrepancies
3 wks
11/23/2017
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FINISH
1/6/2016
1/27/2016
1/21/2016
2/3/2016
2/10/2016
2/17/2016
1/6/2016
1/13/2016
1/20/2016
2/10/2016
2/17/2016
2/24/2016
3/2/2016
2/17/2016
3/17/2016
3/17/2016
3/17/2016
3/31/2016
4/7/2016
4/18/2016
4/18/2016
5/9/2016
5/18/2016
6/1/2016
6/8/2016
6/8/2016
2/4/2016
1/27/2016
2/3/2016
2/4/2016
1/12/2018
2/18/2016
12/21/2017
10/26/2017
11/23/2017
12/14/2017
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TASK
DURATION
START
Materials Completion Punchlist
1 wk
12/7/2017
Summary (final) Commissioning Report
1 wk
12/14/2017
Address Punchlist Items (GC)
4 wks
12/14/2017
Final Completion
1 day
1/11/2018
Move-In Period
21 days
12/14/2017
FF&E Move-in and Set-up
4 wks
12/14/2017
Building Occupied
0 days
1/12/2018
FINISH
12/14/2017
12/21/2017
1/11/2018
1/12/2018
1/12/2018
1/11/2018
1/12/2018
E4- Please explain your process for construction administration.

Pieper OBrien Herr Architects has a proven ability of
working with GSFIC on state projects. Our experience in
coordinating complex projects will assist you in all aspects
of the design and construction process. Our teams strong
communication skills and desire to partner with the CM
and its subcontractors throughout the CM/GC at Risk
process has proven results. We have won numerous
awards from the Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
as a result of these abilities.
Cobb County Courthouse under Construction
Pieper OBrien Herr Architects has a good working

knowledge of GSFICs procedures and requirements of
the design professional during this crucial time of the
project. We realize the critical nature of the construction
process and thereby commit first priority to serve clients
projects when they are under construction. Our project team is significantly proactive during this phase, providing additional information
to the field quickly. This rapid response minimizes schedule interruption and inconvenience to the CM/GC and ultimately the client.
Consultant visits are coordinated by Pieper OBrien Herr Architects to coincide with the levels of activity taking place.
We feel that construction proceeds smoother by developing of a team approach with the CM/GC - cooperative vs. adversarial. To
enhance this approach, we have developed procedures that make the construction process easier for the contractor. Two specific areas
are dealt with:

First is the rapid review and coordination of shop drawings. Time is scheduled in our office as well as our consultants, for shop
drawing review. Budgeting time in this manner assures that submittals proceed to the contractor and the project schedule is
maintained. Additionally, we encourage electronic submissions for easy review and transmission among the project team members
and track these submissions utilizing our Project Management Information software.
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Secondly, in 1981, we instituted a highly effective punch list or final project review system that provides the contractor with a detailed
set of plans indicating the specific location of the construction deficiency. This allows the subcontractor to focus his attention on
correcting the problem rather than trying to locate it. The bottom line for the contractor and the client is a significant reduction in days
required for corrective work to be accomplished.
We issue RFI responses utilizing our PIM (Project Information Management) software and track and manage these issues on a daily
basis. We provide open communication with the CM/GC with the use of cell phones and smart phone connectivity for emails and data
connectivity.
E5- Provide your plan or approach for applying energy efficient design and principles into the project or any services not specifically
mentioned herein. Explain the relevance of these services to this project and how they benefit the project.
Real Time Energy Modeling
Our Team is passionate about sustainability. To assist in this endeavor,
POH utilizes an energy modeling program called Safaira. Traditional energy
models require dozens (or even hundreds) of inputs before you see results.
Comparisons are often difficult and time consuming to create. This powerful
interactive tool allows the design team to test various design strategies, such
as building orientation, types of glass, percent of glazing and daylighting and
sunshades at the very earliest stages of the design process. The easy-toread charts and graphs assist the team with understanding which strategies
are providing the most optimal performance. In the past, validating decisions
with quantitative data early in the project has been difficult. Traditional energy
modeling is completed towards the end of the design process when changes are
more difficult and cumbersome to incorporate. However, with this program, we
have quantitative data that confirms the early design decisions we are making
will reduce the energy used and save the client operational costs.
As members of United States Green Building Council (USGBC), we believe that the best conceived sustainable facilities should not only
incorporate those green elements that help sustain the environment, but also those that help reduce the total cost of ownership. Proper
planning in the design of a sustainable facility can help an owner meet its environmental goals as well as its business goals.
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Sustainable Approach
We will employ an Integrated Energy Design process to optimize the sustainable
and energy features of the project. This process includes the following major design
integrated tasks:
Sustainable and energy design collaboration by the project team from project
inception through design and occupancy.
Sustainable and energy program of requirements with established goals (Peach,
Comfort, Energy Target, LEED, operations and maintenance, Life-Cycle-Cost,
Daylighting, etc.)
Team effort that is Owner goal driven.
Pro-Active energy modellng and parametric evaluations of concepts/design
options, during schematic design, design development, and construction
documents.
Post Occupancy follow-up and benchmarking.
Typical energy saving concepts to be considered:
Solar orientation and daylighting optimized
Efficient envelope: optimized insulation, colors, and control and reduce infiltration
Optimized glass U and SC (new glass high light to solar gain ratio)
Energy Efficiency water harnessing and water consumption
Daylighting integration and control
Lower lighting watts per square foot (wsf) interior lighting optimized
Exterior lighting advancements (LED)
High efficiency HVAC equipment Parametric Evaluation of Alternate HVAC Systems
Lower HVAC fan kw/cfm (minimize duct runs, maximize duct sizes, i.e. low static system)
Designated Outside Air System with Heat Recovery
Enthalpy Heat Recovery
Airside economizer in appropriate climate (carefully consider in humid climate)
Optimize VAV Design with OA and Exhaust Air (Dual Maximum CFM points at boxes)
VFD controls
VRF systems
Reflective roof
Green roof
Optimized Utility Rate Schedules/Options
Life Cycle Comparisons
Establishment of Energy Target (LEED Percent Reduction or Owner Operating Target)
Commissioning
Operations and Maintenance Plan
This integrated approach will benefit the project by developing the optimum sustainable and energy saving concepts meeting the Owners
project goals. This includes the most appropriate and cost effective building systems (envelope, lighting, HVAC, etc.) and operations
parameters (controls, O&M procedures and manuals, etc.). Our goal is to provide the Owner with the best value with respect to building
function, aesthetics and comfort integrated with sustainability and building operating costs.
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July 23, 2014

Mr. Jeff Lacks

Design Team Proposal No. GBA-182-DP

Dear Mr. Lacks & Members of the Selection Committee:

PIEPER OBRIEN HERR ARCHITECTS

Charles J. OBrien III, AIA

Anthony J. Turpin, AIA

Earl Smith, Assoc. AIA

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

Experienced Team Leader

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

Schedule Adherence and Management

Sustainable Building Practices

Your Committed Partner

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

Charles J. OBrien III, AIA

Johnny Hembree, AIA, LEED AP, ASID

Earl Smith, Assoc. AIA

Chuck OBrien IV, AIA, LEED AP

Tom Vandeveer, AIA, LEED AP - Court Specialist

Greg Delaney, PE, LEED AP

G.S. Pete Pruitt, PE

Jorge Gomez, RCDD, PE

Susan Smith, AIA, CPE

William Brodnax, LEED AP GGP

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%

% Time Committed in Project Phases

Charles OBrien III

G.J. Pete Pruitt

Eberly & Associates

Eberly & Associates

Jordan & Skala

Jordan & Skala

Costing Services Group Cost Consultant

Duration of each Phase in Days

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

D. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE PROPOSED DESIGN TEAM

Team Leader for this Project

POH utilizes a project management approach

Active Principal Participation

Charles OBrien III

We understand the importance of this project and

Ability to Achieve Customer Satisfaction

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

Charles J. OBrien III, AIA

Cobb County Superior Courthouse Building, Marietta, GA

Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center, Lawrenceville, GA

United States Bankruptcy Court, Building #0NC2082, Greenville, NC

Crisp County Courthouse, Cordele, GA

Banks County Courthouse, Homer, GA

STATE OF GEORGIA JUDICIAL COMPLEX

Georgia State Financing and Investment Commission

Anthony J. Turpin, AIA

Cobb County Superior Courthouse Building, Marietta, GA