Daniel Sowell RA(WA), RRO

Project Manager

Contact Info

Department

Engineering

Phone

(425) 419-8729

Email

daniel.sowell@yaeservices.com

Locations

Seattle, WA

Biography

Mr. Sowell is a registered architect and roofing observer who has focused the past decade of his career on the technical and aesthetic aspects of building enclosures. From thermal and structural performance testing of fenestration to navigating complex enclosure rehabilitation projects through jurisdictional and historic preservation approvals, he has had a hand in every facet of building enclosure design, evaluation, and construction. Using practical field experience, cutting-edge technology, and industry best practices, he has performed dozens of enclosure failure and performance investigations of residential and commercial buildings on behalf of owners and contractors. Complementary to the standard recording and quantitative investigation tools, he takes pride in the use of thermography, LiDAR scanning, and thermal and hygrothermal modeling to aid in root cause analysis and assess the scope of subject conditions. Supplementary to enclosure investigations and enclosure subject-matter-expert capacity, he provides pre-purchase building enclosure assessment and code analysis, construction defect litigation support, and pre-rehabilitation design assessment services. Peers and clients often request him to review enclosure design and detailing.

Education

  • Ball State University  |  Muncie, Indiana
    Bachelors of Science - Architecture
  • Ivy Tech State College  |  Bloomington, Indiana
    Associates of Applied Science - Design Technology

Professional Experience

  • 2023 - Current  |  Project Manager  |  YA Engineering Services
  • 2019 - 2023  |  Architect  |  OAC Services, Inc.
  • 2018 - 2019  |  Enclosures Project Manager  |  Katerra
  • 2014 - 2018  |  Project Manager  |  RDH Building Sciences, Inc.
  • 2010 - 2014  |  Thermal Simulation Manager  |  NCTL-NW
  • 2007 - 2010  |  Architectural Staff  |  Callison Architecture
  • 2007 - 2007  |  CAD Technician  |  Trico Surveying & Mapping

Areas of Practice

  • ADA Compliance Assessment
  • Building Code Upgrade Review
  • Building Envelope
  • Condition Assessment
  • Litigation Support
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Repair and Rehabilitation Design
  • Roofing
  • Water Leakage Testing and Analysis

Representative Consulting Assignments

  • The Leona Condominiums  |  Renovation
    Seattle, WA  |  
  • The Colonia Grand Pacific Condominiums   |  Renovation
    Seattle, WA  |  
  • Walia Residence  |  Litigation Support
    Mercer Island, WA  |  
  • Kirkland Avenue Townhomes  |  Forensic Investigation
    Renton, WA  |  
  • Seattle Children's Hospital  |  Forensic Investigation
    Seattle, WA  |  
  • Sartori Elementary School  |  New Construction
    Renton, WA  |  
  • The Row Townhomes  |  Renovation
    Bellevue, WA   |  
  • University Bookstore  |  Renovation
    Bellevue, WA  |  

Credentials

  • American Institute of Architecture
  • RA(WA)  |  Registered Architect (WA)
  • RRO  |  Registered Roof Observer

Licenses

  • Washington  |  12973  |  Registered Architect