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This expert has more than 35 years of experience in safety, industrial hygiene, OSHA, construction management, chemical plant, pipefitting, warehouse operations, forklifts, and slip, trip, and falls. He earned a masters degree in safety management from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and is a certified safety professional. He is currently a private consultant for an environmental health and safety company and Retired Faculty, OSHA Consultation Program at a Indiana University in PA
Private Consultant, An environmental health and safety consultancy in PA
Master of Science (MS), Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana,
Pennsylvania
This highly qualified architect and construction manager has more than 40 years of experience in design, construction management, contracting, and business management in the US and internationally. He qualifies as an expert witness in state and federal courts. He has experience in all aspects of design for residential, medical, food-service, retail, commercial and industrial projects.
CEO/Architect, A Private Architecture Firm
Postgraduate Studies (PGS), University of Houston
Bala Cynwyd,
Pennsylvania
This highly qualified expert has a BS in engineering and an MS and PhD in civil engineering. He is a registered Professional Engineer and a former OSHA instructor. His current position as President of Engineering requires him to oversee the entire operations of his firm from an engineering and environmental perspective. He has extensive experience working with roll off dumpsters and construction.
President, An Engineering Firm in PA
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), University of Illinois
Eagleville,
Pennsylvania
This expert is a full service home inspection professional. He has extensive experience in pest control, construction consultation, and a host of other home inspection qualifications. He is an accredited presenter and educator to home inspectors through the NJ Home Inspector Advisory Commission and belongs to the NJ Association of Licensed Professional Home Inspectors. He is currently the owner/president of his own private home inspection and construction consultation firm.
Owner/President, Private Home Inspection and Construction Company
Upper Saddle River,
New Jersey
This expert received his Masters degree in 1997 at McMaster University and in 2004, he was awarded his PhD from Carleton University. His PhD contribution resulted in significant changes in the 2005 National Building Code of Canada, NBCC. During his graduate studies, he taught several courses including Engineering Mechanics, Surveying, Highway and Transportation, Bridge Design, and Properties of Material. He joined Alfred Benesch & Company, a consulting company in the US, as a lead bridge engineer. He gained over seven years of bridge design experience. He has wide experience in bridge rehabilitation and design, and is knowledgeable in American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), and Federal Highway Association (FHWA) policies and design standards. His personal experience includes highway bridge analysis and design, rehabilitation and construction, and scour analysis for bridges.
Associate Professor, A New Jersey Engineering College
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Carleton University
Mount Laurel,
New Jersey
This expert has been the President of his own heavy truck and equipment inspection and consulting firm for more than a decade. He specializes in functionality, safety, quality, and performance inspection reports for all types of construction equipment and commercial vehicles. Throughout his career, he has operated commercial vehicles and supervised the operation of these vehicles extensively. He belongs to a number of professional societies in the commercial vehicle, construction, and trucking industries.
President and Owner, A truck and heavy equipment consulting firm in NJ
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Temple University
Maple Shade,
New Jersey
This Forensic Architect assists attorneys and insurance companies in resolving construction litigation claims through physical investigation, analysis, report writing and expert witness testimony. He is a Registered Architect and a Professional Planner with 28 years of experience in the construction industry. He has an ability to explain complex design and construction issues in a simple and clear manner as an expert witness. He has testified in deposition, mediation, arbitration and Court. This expert actively consults on construction claims for defects, delays, and errors & omissions. He earned his Bachelor of Architecture from the New Jersey Institute of Technology and is currently licensed in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Washington D.C. and Florida. The expert is also a Professional Planner in New Jersey and has an NCARB Certificate from the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. He has completed analysis on numerous projects, including condominium complexes, schools, healthcare facilities, and resort properties, among others. He was a Claims Department Head and a Senior Architect for The Falcon Group before starting his current role as a Forensic Architect at a firm in New Jersey. After graduating from high school, this expert worked for a contractor performing construction trades. After graduating with a Bachelor of Architecture degree from NJIT, he worked for several Architectural firms. He decided to concentrate on Forensic Architecture and has worked for Claims firms such as Hill International. He has been primarily focused on Forensic work for the past 12 years. This expert has written numerous expert reports and has testified in arbitration, a bench trial and a jury trial.
Forensic Architect, An analysis and planning architecture firm in NJ
Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), New Jersey Institute of Technology School of Architecture
Chester,
New Jersey
This expert has 35+ years of experience in the New Jersey residential construction industry, from simple renovations to multi-million dollar custom homes. He is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a home builder, home remodeler, and building inspector. As a consultant, he has conducted inspections for municipal governments and homeowner associations; he has also been recognized as an expert by the Monmouth Country Superior Court.
Owner, A building inspection company in NJ
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Kean College
Skillman,
New Jersey
This certified Construction Site Safety Technician and Construction OSHA Outreach Trainer has led a 23+ year career in construction safety. He previously served as the Deputy Director of Safety at Hitt Contracting and now serves as the Director of Construction Management Services at a firm in close collaboration with the US Army Corps of Engineers. He earned his Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Villanova University and served in the US Marine Corps for two decades, retiring at the rank of Major.
Safety Officer, A construction company in PA
Master of Arts (MA), US Naval War College
Lafayette Hill,
Pennsylvania
This construction expert currently runs a private consulting business in Maryland. He has over 35 years of experience in engineering, construction, scheduling, and claims, with background in construction management, CPM scheduling, litigation support, and claims analysis. He has a B.S. in Civil Engineering, specializing in Design and Engineering of Concrete and Steel Structures and Construction Management, from Drexel University. He also has an M.B.A. with specializations in Management Information Systems and Corporate Finance from Drexel. He is an associate member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and has held memberships in the National Society of Professional Engineers and Project Management Institute.
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, A construction consultancy in MD
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Drexel University
Gaithersburg,
Maryland
This expert has 20+ years of experience in construction and contracting. He earned his B.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and then began his career with reputable constructing firm Whiting-Turner Contracting Company. The expert was a Project Manager for Whiting-Turner for 12 years. He founded his own contracting company in 2007 and his business currently provides residential and light commercial services in Maryland. The expert is a licensed Maryland Home Improvement Contractor and licensed with the Maryland Home Builder Registration. His firm is also certified in Renovation, Repair and Painting by the U.S. EPA. He is a member of the National Association of Home Builders, Maryland Building Industry Association, Associated Builders & Contractors and an allied member with American Institute of Architects. The expert also founded his own management consulting company and his business currently provides business consulting and construction expertise services.
Owner, A consulting business in MD
Bachelor of Science (BS), Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Sparks Glencoe,
Maryland
This Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and OSHA Construction Outreach Trainer has significant experience ensuring the safety of construction sites. His clients have included ExxonMobil, Dow AgroSciences, and Noble Energy. He is highly adept in the areas of hazard analysis, incident investigation, crisis management, and compliance. Additionally, he has specific experience with multilingual construction projects, having ensured construction safety on-site in throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and Equatorial Guinea.
Safety Trainer and Consultant, A Safety Management Company in PA
Bachelor of Arts (BA), University of Texas at San Antonio
Chesterfield,
Pennsylvania
This highly qualified expert has years of experience in the fields of construction management and complete estimates. He is a certified professional estimator with five decades of hands-on experience in all areas of construction. He is an active member of the Construction Specifications Institute and the American Society of Professional Estimators, which he presided over for seven two-year terms. Included in his experience is his current activity as a construction inspector for a major government agency and as a cost consultant for another major government agency. He has been called on by the federal government to serve in the investigation of several construction fraud and construction safety cases. He has been involved in construction projects such as the Johnson & Johnson building at New Brunswick, the IBM building at Franklin Lakes and the Keystone building at Boston. He also currently works as a professor of conceptual estimating at a major university in New Jersey.
Professor, Major University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Pratt Institute
Ramsey,
New Jersey
This highly qualified expert has 25 years of experience in construction project management. He earned his BS in civil engineering from Villanova University and is a certified professional engineer and project management professional. He is also a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Associate. He has formerly served as a project manager for multiple companies, including Nason Construction, HSC Builders and Construction Managers, J.J. Deluca Company, and Modular Space Corporation. He also served as the owner's representative and construction manager for TD Bank Real Estate, overseeing the renovations for the TD Bank Mergers & Acquisitions department. Currently, this expert serves as the owner and president of a commercial and residential building project management company based in Pennsylvania.
Owner and President, A Commercial & Residential Building Project Management Company in PA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Villanova University
Wayne,
Pennsylvania
This highly-qualified expert over 40 years of experience in construction, demolition, and crane safety. He received his BA in psychology and sociology from the University of Maryland before earning his MS in safety from the University of Southern California. He also received paramedic training at the Community College of Baltimore and completed the executive program in safety management through the American Society of Safety Professionals. This expert is currently a certified safety professional, associate in risk management, and certified traffic control design specialist. He has extensive knowledge of OSHA, ANSI, and ASME standards and experience in critical crane lifts, fall protection, scaffolds, shoring, excavation, trenching, heavy equipment, demolition, precast concrete and steel erection, concrete, confined space entry, forklifts, and public safety. He is active in his field as a member of the American National Standards Institute and the American Society of Safety Professionals and has received awards for his work, including an Excellence in Safety Management award. He has formerly served as a safety engineer for Fruin-Colnon Corporation and Ohio Valley Corporation and safety manager for multiple companies throughout his career. Currently, this expert serves as a senior safety consultant for an international construction management company and the principal of an accident prevention and instruction firm in Maryland.
President, A worksite and construction accident prevention & investigation firm in MD
Master of Science (MS), University of Southern California
Baltimore,
Maryland
This expert earned his BS, MBA, and an advanced certificated in accounting from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He has extensive experience in the sales and marketing of building materials, especially for indoor fixtures. He is active in his field as a member of several organizations, including the International Surface Fabrication Association, the Marble Institute of America, the American Society of Interior Designers, and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. He has formerly served in various financial roles, as well as the general manager of Cosentino N.A., the national sales manager of Artisan MFG, and the vice president of global business development for Hirsch Glass/Spectrum Quartz. Currently, this expert serves as the president of a product development firm.
President, A Product Development Firm
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Fairleigh Dickinson University
East Hanover,
New Jersey
This high-qualified expert has nearly 50 years of experience in the field of construction. He earned his BS from Monmouth College, is a certified EPA renovator, and is licensed as a new home builder, home improvement contractor, construction code official, building sub-code official, and a residential, commercial, industrial, and high rise/high hazard specialist. This expert is active in his field as a member of the Bergen/Passaic Municipal Inspectors Association and the New Jersey Business and Industry Association. He formerly served as a construction code official for the Township of Washington in Bergen County and a building sub-code official for the Borough of Paramus, both in New Jersey. Since 1973, this expert has owned and operated a construction company based in New Jersey.
Owner and Builder, A construction company in NJ
Bachelor of Science (BS), Monmouth College
Hackensack,
New Jersey
This highly qualified expert has over 25 years of experience in construction management and claims analysis. He earned his BS in civil engineering from Catholic University of America, is certified as a planning and scheduling professional, and is a licensed professional engineer. He is active in his field as a member of the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International, the American Society of Civil Engineers, and the American Society of Highway Engineers. His work in construction management has focused on critical path method scheduling (CPM), damages assessment, and construction from project initiation to completion. He formerly served as an engineer for Urban Engineers and a project engineer for Loftus. Currently, this expert is a senior consultant for an engineering consulting firm based in Pennsylvania.
Senior Consultant, An Engineering Construction Firm in PA
Bachelor of Science (BS), Catholic University of America
Bethesda,
Pennsylvania
This highly-qualified expert has over 30 years of experience in engineering and construction management, specializing in avoiding, minimizing, or resolving problems that may evolve during the design and construction process. He earned his BS in civil engineering from Drexel University and is licensed in 15 states as a registered professional engineer. He is active in his field as a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and the Associated General Contractors of America. He has formerly served as an engineer for Kiewit Eastern Co. and as a consultant for Arkhon Corporation. He has led management and risk audits, the development of project controls, and risk assessments of public and private projects, and has experience with various aspects of construction including contract preparation, field monitoring and inspection, budget assessments, termination and damage calculations, and claims analysis involving schedule delay, disruption and acceleration. Currently, this expert is a principal for a construction management consulting firm.
Principal, A construction management consulting firm
Bachelor of Science (BS), Drexel University
Marlton,
New Jersey
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What Can a Construction Expert Witness Opine On?
Site Preparation
Clearing and grading land for construction.
Foundation Laying
Constructing the base for stability.
Framing
Building the skeletal structure of a building.
Roof Installation
Adding protective cover to the structure.
Electrical Wiring
Installing electrical systems throughout the building.
Finishing Work
Final touches like painting and flooring.
FAQs for Construction Expert Witnesses
What is a construction expert witness?
A construction expert witness is a qualified construction professional who provides specialized opinions in legal disputes. They assist by reviewing project records, analyzing defects or delays, testifying in court, and clarifying complex construction issues.
What types of cases may benefit from the input of a construction expert witness?
Construction expert witnesses support defect claims, delays, cost overruns, contract disputes, safety violations, code compliance issues, workmanship quality, and construction accident cases.
How do you evaluate the qualifications of a construction expert witness?
Evaluate a construction expert witness by reviewing their licenses, education, hands-on construction experience, prior testimony, professional affiliations, and case-specific expertise.
How early should a construction expert witness be retained in litigation?
A construction expert witness should be retained as early as possible in litigation, ideally during case evaluation or pre‑filing, to preserve evidence and shape strategy.
How can a construction expert witness assist with complex delay analysis?
A construction expert witness can clarify complex delay analysis by identifying causes, quantifying impacts, and presenting clear, evidence-based timelines for disputes.
What is Expert Institute’s process for selecting construction expert witnesses?
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