Mark Hopkins PE, RA in

Mark Hopkins PE, RA

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Director Engineering at YA Group
📍 Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States

As Director of Engineering at YA Group, Mark leads a 700+ person team, leveraging his diverse expertise in engineering, architecture, and real estate development. A licensed Professional Engineer and Architect with an MBA from the University of Chicago, colleagues describe him as exceptionally driven and knowledgeable.

Outside of his extensive professional duties, Mark holds a certification for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This suggests a technical hobby and a personal interest in the practical applications of drone technology, which complements his engineering background.

Unique fact: Mark holds a rare combination of four professional licenses: Architect, Engineer, Real Estate Broker, and Securities Broker.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Director Engineering
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, United States
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Post-Merger Integration
He spearheaded the integration of new services and a 700+ expert team following the merger of YA Group and Guardian Group, making it a key career highlight.
Real Estate Development
Previously managed the full lifecycle of luxury condominium projects worth over $100M, from site selection and finance to construction and sales.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Director Engineering
YA Group
12-2013 - 9-2024
Vice President
Guardian Group, Inc.
12-2013 - 12-2013
National Construction Defect Manager
Guardian Group, Inc.
4-2010 - 12-2013
Division Manager - Los Angeles
Allana Buick & Bers, Inc.
5-2005 - 8-2007
Senior Development Manager
Mandel Group, Inc.
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Mark Hopkins, Director, Engineering – YA Group (PDF). Featured in YA Group
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Education
9-1992 - 3-1994
MBA
University of Chicago
1985 - 1990
BS
Lehigh University
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