TBA
Executive Director
Judith Abrams
Sr. Planner
Judith Abrams is responsible for construction projects as well as interior design on the Medical campus. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Florida State University and has over 16 years’ experience. Judith has been a member of American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) since 2003
jabrams@miami.edu
Orlando Bomnin
Sr. Project Manager
Orlando Bomnin received his degree from the New Jersey School of Architecture (NJIT) for Bachelor of Art in Architecture and has been practicing for over 35 years. He is also a registered architect in the state of Florida.
obomnin@miami.edu
Jaqueline Candela
Project Manager
Jacqueline Candela is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables campus. She received her degree from the University of Miami for Architecture and has been practicing for over 20 years. Jaqueline is a member of USGBC, LEED AP, BD + C.
jxr756@miami.edu
Juan C. Endara
Sr. Project Manager
Juan C. Endara is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables campus. He received his degree from the University of Miami, for a Bachelor of Architecture and has been practicing for over 20 years.
jendara@miami.edu
Ivan Rivera
Project Manager
Ivan Rivera is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables campus. He received his degree from the University of Miami, for Telecommunications Certificate Program and has been practicing for over 29 years. Ivan is a member of SRAPPA (Southeastern Regional Association of Physical Plant) and APPA (Institute for Facilities Management).
irivera@miami.edu
David M. Shewairy
Project Manager
David M. Shewairy is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables and Rosenstiel campuses. He received his degree from Florida International University for a Master of Architecture and has been practicing for over 20 years. David holds an NCARB record and is an associate member of the American Institute of Architects.
dshewairy@miami.edu
Rosina Villavicencio
Manager of Interiors
Rosina Villavicencio is responsible for the Management of the Interior Design team on all campuses. She received her degree from the Miami Dade College, for Interior Design and has been practicing for over 16 years. Rosina is a LEED accredited and IIDA.
r.villavicencio@miami.edu
Edward L. Hengtgen Jr.
Assistant Vice President
Edward L. Hengtgen is the Assistant Vice President for Design & Construction. He is responsible for the oversight of major and minor healthcare renovation and construction projects on the Medical campus. He received his degree Bachelor of Architecture from Florida A & M University and has been practicing as a registered architect for 29 years. Edward is a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
edh@miami.edu
Christopher Blair
Director
Christopher Blair is the Director for Design & Construction. He is responsible for construction project on the Coral Gables campus. He received his Master’s degree in Architecture from the University of Florida and has been practicing for over 11 years. Christopher is licensed architect and maintains a LEED BD+C accreditation.
c.blair1@miami.edu
Max Bunster
Project Manager
Max Bunster is a project manager for Design & Construction. He is responsible for construction projects on all university campuses. He received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Notre Dame and also from Universidad Católica de Chile. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Max has NCARB membership and is a LEED Green Associate.
mbunster@miami.edu
Edith I. Candelaria
Project Manager
Edith I. Candelaria is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables campus. Edith received her degree from the University of Miami for Bachelor of Architecture and has been practicing for over 26 years.
e.candelaria@miami.edu
Gary Tarbe
Sr. Project Manager
Gary Tarbe is responsible for construction projects on the Coral Gables campus. He received his degree from the University of Miami, for Architecture and has been practicing for over 30 years. Gary is an Associate Member AIA and LEED Green Associate
g.tarbe@miami.edu
Diana Castellanos Vogel
Sr. Project Manager
Diana Vogel is responsible for construction projects on the Medical campus. She received her degree from Florida International University for a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and has been practicing for over 29 years. Diana is also a NCIDQ Licensed Interior Designer.
d.vogel@miami.edu
Juan Rodriguez-Vela
University Architect
Juan Rodriguez-Vela is responsible for coordinating, developing and oversees preliminary site development,architectural studies/analysis, programming for new buildings and renovations; oversees interior design, space planning, exterior graphics. Juan received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Miami and has been practicing for 25 years. He is a member of National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
jrodriguez-vela@miami.edu
James Durante
Director
James Durante is responsible for the department operations as well as oversight of project management for the construction of all non-capital projects on the Coral Gables and Marine campus. He is currently responsible for approximately $50M of non-capital projects in various stages and has over 40 years experience.
jdurante@miami.edu
Maggie Binimelis
Interior Designer
Maggie Binimelis is responsible for interior design projects at the Coral Gables and Medical campuses. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Florida International University and has been practicing for over 25 years. Maggie is also a NCIDQ Licensed Interior Designer.
m.binimelis@miami.edu
William C. Campanella
Sr. Project Manager
William C. Campanella is responsible for construction projects on the Medical and Marine campuses. He received his degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology for a Master of Architecture and has been practicing for over 27 years. William is a registered Architect in the state of Florida, and a member of USGBC and maintains a LEED BD+C accreditation.
wcampanella@miami.edu
Ana Maria Valle
Sr. Interior Deisgner
Ana Maria Valle is responsible for interior design projects at the Medical campus. She received her degree from Florida International University, Bachelor in Interior Design and has been practicing for over 16 years. Ana Maria is a registered Interior Designer and is LEED AP BD+C.
amv145@miami.edu
