Multiple new team members bring deep expertise in project management, environmental compliance, accounting and procurement

El Segundo, Calif. – June 2, 2026 – WMG, a leading owner’s representation and construction management firm, today announced the addition of six new professionals to support its growing team with expertise in complex aviation, commercial and public-sector construction programs nationwide.

Maritza Godina joins WMG as a Tenant/ADR Project Manager based in Seattle, Washington. She brings 18 years of experience delivering large-scale tenant improvement and concession projects across major airport and commercial developments. She supports the South Concourse Evolution project in Seattle, overseeing complex buildouts involving multiple stakeholders and tenant groups. Previously, she managed concessions redevelopment initiatives and high-value programs across terminals at Los Angeles International Airport.

Eric Lederman joins the firm as a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) Consultant with extensive environmental and safety leadership experience in aviation and infrastructure projects. Lederman has led environmental compliance and safety initiatives on major programs at Los Angeles International Airport, including the Delta Skyway modernization. He is recognized for maintaining high standards of safety, quality and compliance across complex, fast-paced project environments.

Ivy Ayad joins WMG as an Accounting Clerk with more than nine years of international accounting and finance experience. She has managed key financial operations across organizations in the United States, Australia and Europe. Ayad brings deep expertise in ERP systems along with strong analytical and reporting capabilities that support accurate and efficient financial operations.

Patrick Schee joins WMG as a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) Manager, bringing over a decade of experience in construction management and public-sector project delivery. Currently supporting the LAX Terminal 5 project, he oversees stormwater compliance activities to ensure adherence to environmental permit requirements through active coordination with contractors and agencies.

Zuzanna Cermak joins WMG as an Assistant Project Manager with more than a decade of experience managing complex residential, commercial and specialty construction projects. She has led multi-phase developments exceeding $20 million, overseeing schedules, budgets, subcontractors and compliance across active and occupied sites. Her experience includes facade reconstruction, fire protection systems and large-scale renovations, as well as managing permitting and multi-agency coordination on high-profile aviation projects.

Maxwell Bates joins WMG as a Procurement Manager, bringing more than 12 years of experience in construction procurement, contract administration and cost control. He has supported commercial and residential projects ranging from $2 million to $25 million, with expertise spanning subcontractor buyout, preconstruction planning and project execution, including the LAX Gateway program.

“The collective expertise and years of proven excellence that Maritza, Eric, Ivy, Patrick, Zuzanna and Maxwell bring to the WMG team will help us continue to deliver the high-quality client experience our partners have come to know us for,” said Lauren Weinbaum, WMG’s founder and president. “We are proud to have them contributing to the continued growth of our firm as we reach into new markets and geographies.”

Together, these new team members reflect WMG’s continued investment in experienced professionals who bring specialized expertise to complex project environments and strengthen the firm’s ability to deliver high-quality outcomes across sectors.

About WMG
Founded in 2013, WMG is a leading owner’s representation and construction management firm that specializes in large commercial projects. The team is known for its delivery of end-to-end planning and management services, including scheduling, permit management, owner’s rep services, quality control and environmental management. Headquartered in El Segundo, California, WMG’s national footprint is supported by teams across the country. To learn more about WMG, visit wmgconsult.com.