Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group

The Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group offers premier construction-related expert witness investigation and trial support services to the nation's most recognized publicly traded builders, commercial general liability carriers, law firms, and construction practice groups. Our team comprises highly credentialed professionals, including licensed general building contractors, architects, civil and geotechnical engineers, and certified building inspectors, ensuring the highest level of expertise for your case. To schedule a no-cost consultation with a construction or design expert whose credentials, licensures, and qualifications are tailored to your specific needs, please contact us at 800.482.1822. Discover the difference our expert team can make in resolving your construction expert witness support needs.

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Oklahoma Multi-Disciplinary Construction and Design Related Expert Witness Support Solution

The Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group leverages from an exceptional team of construction and design professionals, each with a wealth of experience and credentials that uniquely qualify them to provide expert witness testimony and trial support services. The firm's interdisciplinary approach leverages the diverse expertise of general contractors, nationally registered architects, civil/geotechnical engineers, ICC certified building inspectors, licensed roofing and waterproofing contractors, ASPE certified construction cost estimators, AAMA certified fenestration experts, and proprietary patented construction inspection and forensics programs developed specifically for the construction forensics environment. This collaborative approach not only addresses the intricacies of each case but also provides our clients with robust, multi-faceted insights that inform their legal strategies and outcomes, while simultaneously reducing support costs through efficiencies and coordinative improvements related to inter-expert related exchange. Providing a single point of reference to Oklahoma builders, owners, construction-practice groups, and legal professionals concerned with construction and design related claims.

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Licensed Oklahoma Architect - Construction and Design Expert Witness

Licensed Oklahoma Architect -  Expert Witness Specializing In Construction Defect and Claims Litigation

Registered Architect CA, AZ, NV, CO, TX, UT, FL, NM, OK - NCARB - National Council of Architectural Registration Boards

Licensed architect with over 25 years of experience in residential and commercial construction design and development. Extensive testimony background includes design, plan review, feasibility studies, and project management, with a deep understanding of code compliance, construction sequencing, and systems interface. He has provided consulting services in construction litigation for plaintiffs, defendants, and cross-defendants, serving as a designated expert in numerous high-value construction defect cases. Trial support and consulting expertise extend to forensic analysis, earthquake damage assessments, and remedial design to correct deficiencies.

Representative consulting, design, and expert witness designations include architectural conceptual design, preparation of plans and specifications, and field observations for single-family tract developments, apartments, condominiums, low-rise office buildings, hotels, and retail strip centers. His role at The Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group involves detailed investigations, compliance verification, expert testimony, and mediation support.

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Oklahoma Certified Construction Cost Estimator - ASPE

Oklahoma Certified Professional Construction Cost Estimator (CPE) - American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE)Licensed General Building Contractor CA, UT, AZ, FL - Licensed Real Estate Broker - State of California (inactive)

Consulting General Contractor Construction Standard of Care Expert Witness. Extensive Testimony Experience in Construction Defect Claims

With 30 years of comprehensive experience managing the construction of hundreds of commercial projects and thousands of single-family homes, our expert excels in construction defect and claims litigation. He possesses extensive testimony experience on builders' standard of care claims, spanning a wide range of construction-related disputes. As an ASPE Certified Professional Estimator, he brings unparalleled expertise in developing on-site construction inspection and testing protocols, repair cost estimating, subcontractor liability apportionment, general construction investigation, and related trial support services.

His consulting and testimony experience covers the planning, site improvement, construction, and development of diverse structures, including custom homes, housing tracts, apartments, condominiums, restaurants, office buildings, medical buildings, industrial tilt-ups, churches, and public schools. He has also worked extensively with public agencies and private associations on projects such as high-rise buildings and large residential developments. His role includes providing detailed forensic analysis, compliance verification, and expert testimony, ensuring that every aspect of construction litigation is thoroughly addressed.

Representative expert witness engagements focus on general construction investigation, expert witness testimony and consulting services, tailored to meet the demanding standards of building industry stakeholders, and legal professionals concerned with construction defect and claims litigation.

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Oklahoma City, NM General Contracting Construction expert Witness

Certified Professional Estimator (ASPE), - American Society of Professional Estimators - Licensed General Contractor (778968), State of California, Licensed General Contractor (072729), State of Nevada

Construction Cost Estimating Expert Witness Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

With comprehensive field experience covering all phases of residential construction, including custom and production single-family homes, apartment complexes, commercial projects, and food service facilities, he brings a wealth of knowledge to each case. His background includes managing large repair and renovation projects, where he has developed extensive skills in planning, design, construction mobilization, subcontractor coordination, and project closeout activities.

As a member of the Oklahoma Construction Experts Group, he provides litigation support services related to large loss fire claims and leads the firm's reconstruction estimating efforts. He develops and applies proprietary construction technology solutions to create comprehensive fire loss-related cost estimates and support documentation for stakeholders involved in large loss fire claims. His responsibilities include conducting site investigations, reviewing and analyzing construction documents, preparing repair scope protocols, and creating detailed repair estimates.

A seasoned professional whose vast testimony experience and technical expertise make him an invaluable asset in construction defect litigation. His representative engagements focus on delivering precise, supportable testimony and consulting services tailored to the needs of construction attorneys, ensuring thorough and effective case resolution.

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Oklahoma Geotechnical Engineering Construction Expert Witness 

California Registered Civil Engineer No. 61676

California Geotechnical Engineer No. 3069

Nevada Professional Civil Engineer No. 16611

Utah Professional Civil Engineer No. 8301952-2202

Texas Professional Engineer No. 124025

International Code Council Certified Building Plans Examiner

Consulting Civil and Geotechnical Engineer

His expertise in geotechnical forensic engineering investigations is integral to resolving complex construction disputes. He excels in cause and origin analysis for various construction issues such as moisture intrusion, mold, foundation movement, and site drainage. He is highly skilled in conducting construction monitoring and testing, including mass grading operations, roadway pavement evaluations, and utility trench design. Notable projects include the 7th Street Bridge in San Jacinto, Patriot High School in Jurupa, and various water treatment facilities.

He also brings significant experience in construction, design, consulting, and expert witness designations for litigation projects involving foundation repairs, slope stability evaluations, and design and analysis for damage restoration and tenant improvements. His comprehensive knowledge in foundation design and construction, surface and subsurface drainage systems, and asphalt and concrete pavement design ensures thorough evaluations and effective solutions for construction defects.

As an active member of the Oklahoma Construction Experts Group, he develops intrusive testing protocols, prepares remedial repair estimates, and analyzes contractual obligations. His proficiency in visual, intrusive, and destructive testing, coupled with detailed repair designs, supports effective trial preparation and expert testimony. His extensive experience and analytical capabilities provide invaluable insights into construction defect litigation, ensuring accurate and reliable testimony and consulting services.

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Licensed Professional Engineer, and General Building Contractor Specializing in Production Housing Claims

Registered Civil Engineer California, Reg No.(52142) - Arizona, reg. No. (36022) (Active Registration)Licensed General Building Contractor - State of California (B-632445)

Consulting General Building Contractor and Licensed Civil Engineer Experienced in Commercial and Residential Construction Defect Claims

With over 30 years of combined experience as a civil engineer and licensed general contractor, this professional specializes in forensic investigation and construction defect analysis. His dual licensures enable him to provide expert opinions on civil engineering matters, construction costs, and standards of care, making him an invaluable asset in construction defect litigation. His extensive expertise includes documenting existing conditions, performing detailed analyses of design intent and failure mechanisms, and ensuring code compliance. He is skilled in liability analysis and allocation of responsibility among involved parties, providing expert testimony in depositions, arbitration, and trials.

His role encompasses developing remedial protocols, preparing repair estimates, and participating in mediation to assist clients in case evaluations and settlement negotiations. His robust background as a project engineer and manager includes significant consulting assignments in infrastructure design, public utilities and facilities, and master planning for local and federal authorities. He has worked on a wide range of projects, including aircraft runways, concrete and steel reservoirs, storm drain systems, and reclaimed water irrigation systems.

As a general contractor, he has provided supervision, coordination, and contract administration services for various projects, including custom residential homes and light commercial developments. His hands-on experience in framing, finish carpentry, and managing trades during construction projects enhances his ability to evaluate construction practices and standards. This combination of engineering and construction expertise makes him a valuable resource in construction defect litigation and forensic analysis.

Notable projects include staff management, contract administration, structural detailing, interagency coordination, and construction inspection, ensuring comprehensive project oversight. His significant consulting assignments have also involved infrastructure design, public utilities and facilities, and master planning for local and federal authorities.

Engage with a professional whose dual licensures and extensive experience in civil engineering and construction make him uniquely qualified to provide expert testimony on civil engineering matters, construction costs, and standards of care. His proficiency in forensic investigation and construction defect analysis ensures accurate, reliable, and supportable testimony and consulting services, facilitating successful litigation outcomes.

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Testifying Construction Inspection and Testing Expert Witness

Oklahoma City Consulting Architect Specializing in Building Envelope, Waterproofing, and Fenestration Testing

Experienced Oklahoma Construction Defect and Claims Consultant- Building Inspection and Testing Expert Witness 

A highly experienced architect with over 25 years of expertise in international architecture and construction management, this professional specializes in construction defect litigation and forensic analysis. Holding architectural licenses in both California and Mexico, he brings a robust background in managing and supervising major public projects, residential, commercial, and industrial developments. At Bert L. Howe & Associates, Inc., his role involves leading investigations, developing destructive testing protocols, and providing comprehensive documentation of existing conditions and failure analyses.

His extensive experience spans both the United States and Mexico, where he has managed a wide range of projects, including subway construction, bridge building, high-density residential planning, and commercial developments. Responsibilities have included land planning, design, consultant coordination, and interagency approvals. He has successfully directed notable projects such as the 1,200-unit One Park Place residential project in Irvine, which featured a multi-level subterranean parking garage and multiple residential buildings. Additionally, he has played a key role in federally funded urban infill projects that required intricate design and maximum yield on restrictive lots.

Proficient in providing detailed design reviews, contractor performance studies, and comparative analyses of design details versus in-situ conditions, he ensures that projects meet design intent and performance specifications. His expertise extends to developing repair scope protocols, participating in mediation, and providing testimony to support litigation.

A significant aspect of his expertise is providing on-site inspections. He meticulously documents existing conditions, identifies failure mechanisms, and ensures code compliance and adherence to professional standards of care. His thorough analysis of architectural documents and on-site conditions supports his expert testimony in construction defect cases, offering a solid foundation for litigation.rt.

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Integrated Construction and Design Support Solution

Extensive range of project experience showcases the group's capabilities and depth of knowledge in the construction industry, allowing us to deliver tailored solutions and supportable analysis for virtually any building industry claim. From comprehensive visual and intrusive on-site inspections to detailed design reviews and expert testimony, we ensure that our clients receive the highest level of professional support and expertise.

Resolving The Construction Defect and Building Industry Claims Issues of Today

For over 30 years, and through more than 8,000 construction-related expert witness assignments, the firm has been the single point of reference to attorneys concerned with construction-defect and building industry claims, seeking industry leading construction, architectural, and engineering expert witness support. The firm has been retained throughout the United States, Mexico, and South America, providing our unmatched expertise across an impressive variety of project types.

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Oklahoma City Construction Claims Analysis and Construction Inspection Capabilities

Representative construction and design related expert witness designations involve high-rise residential and commercial developments, luxury condominiums, premier hotels, and cutting-edge office buildings. The captive resources withing The Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group have also are retained to provide expert consulting services for large-scale infrastructure projects, educational facilities, healthcare institutions, and municipal buildings. The group possesses specialized experience attendant to custom homes, multi-family housing developments, mixed-use complexes, industrial facilities, and retail centers.

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Patented Construction Inspection Software Developed By Our In House Group of Testifying Building Industry Experts

Developed in connection with the firm's construction and design professionals. The Oklahoma Construction Expert Witness Group is supported by proprietary industry leading technology suited specifically to the construction claims environment.

Patented Construction Forensics Inspection Software

The firm currently holds 2 US Software Patents (Patent No - US-10672089-B2, US-20160055602-A1) attendant to our proprietary construction inspection, and construction forensics analysis platform. 

Customizable Architecture Seamlessly Integrates to Commercial, Industrial, Residential Construction Claims Environment

Field tested in more than 4000 complex construction forensic building inspections, and developed in collaboration with our expert team of in-house architects, engineers, general contractors, professional construction cost estimators, and certified building inspectors, this technology is adaptable to all construction claims inspection settings.

Proprietary IOS App streamlines on-site construction inspection and testing

Field inspection data, including high-resolution photo and video documentation of on-site conditions, along with comprehensive matrices detailing defects and damage by trade, and precise calculations of occurrences, are seamlessly accessible to clients in real-time via our secure client portal.

Secure Access Private Client Portal 

Our proprietary inspection data collection and construction claims analysis platform programmatically generates a suite of comprehensive condition reports. These reports aggregate defect and damage data, seamlessly correlated with high-resolution photo and video documentation. Clients gain real-time access to this invaluable information throughout the field inspection process via our sophisticated Client Access Portal, ensuring they stay informed and engaged every step of the way.

Complex Construction Defect Claims Capabilities

The firm is engaged in a diverse array of complex multi-party construction defect related expert witness assignments.

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Oklahoma City Commercial Office Construction Expert Witness

The firm is engaged to analyze a wide spectrum of commercial office construction defect and damage claims. Representative clientele consists of general contractors, developers, commercial general liability carriers, publicly traded builders, major subcontracting trades, cross -defendants, third party insureds, as well as the notion's most recognized legal professionals, and construction practice groups.

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Oklahoma Regional Shopping Center Construction Expert Witness - Big Box Retail Project Capabilities

The firm has a wealth of experience in the inspection and analysis of big box retail and tilt-up concrete construction projects, as well as regional chain home improvement centers. We specialize in evaluating the unique challenges associated with these large-scale, high-traffic facilities, ensuring structural integrity, durability, and compliance with stringent building codes and industry standards. Our team of experts excels in the forensic analysis of tilt-up concrete construction, identifying potential defects and recommending effective remediation strategies. We provide detailed documentation and expert testimony that address common issues such as load-bearing capacity, thermal performance, and material durability. This comprehensive expertise ensures that our clients receive reliable support and actionable insights for resolving construction disputes and enhancing the performance of their big box retail and home improvement center projects.

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Oklahoma City Oklahoma High Rise Condominium Construction Expert Witness

The construction experts group excels in supporting defect claims, particularly in the complex realm of high-rise condominiums. With extensive experience managing over 8,000 expert witness engagements, we bring unparalleled expertise to the table. Our team’s capabilities include meticulous on-site inspections, detailed forensic analysis, and comprehensive documentation of existing conditions and failure mechanisms. We specialize in assessing construction practices, ensuring code compliance, and evaluating professional standards of care. Our proven track record in high-rise condominium projects demonstrates our ability to navigate the unique challenges these structures present, from foundation issues and structural integrity to moisture intrusion and facade defects. Attorneys seeking accessible, reliable expert witness testimony will find our firm’s depth of knowledge and testimony experience invaluable in achieving successful litigation outcomes.

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