
Biography
Jeremar Padilla (JP), based in Honolulu, Hawaii, is a Architectural Staff Technician with 20 years of experience in various architectural and design project management positions. He is an experienced professional with a strong passion and appreciation of architectural design and details. His project types include commercial, residential, hospitality and schools. Utilizing his strong technical knowledge and principles of architecture, analytical and problem solving skills, Jeremar provides quality assurance and construction management consulting services to the Hawaiian Islands.
About KE|AD
At KE|AD, we offer clients a full suite of disciplines including architecture, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, materials engineering and construction administration. Our team of architects, engineers and construction administrators provide services across a variety of industries, including legal, insurance, multi-family, building envelope, plumbing and HVAC and construction administration. We have the ability to perform a wide range of tests, simulations, and investigative procedures on-site and in our Seattle and Hawaii laboratory.
Our goal is to provide competent professional services with emphasis on technical investigation and problem solving. We pride ourselves on effective communication, and we work closely with our clients every step of the way to ensure they are fully satisfied with the answers and solutions we provide.
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- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
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Case Study: Design and Load Test Concrete Washout Pans
In this case study, a concrete construction service hired Kent Engineering (KE) to design and load test concrete washout pans.

- Michael Leach, MS, P.E.
- July 2021
- Case Study
Case Study: Testing for a New Welding Procedure Specification (WPS)
A welding company contacted Kent Engineering (KE) to perform testing for a new Welding Procedure Specification (WPS).

- Randy Kent, MS, P.E.
- June 2020
- Case Study
Case Study: Broken Saddle Adapter for a Lifting-Jack
Our case study involves forensics and litigation support through an independent analysis of the failed saddle adaptor for a lifting-jack.