Construction Expert Witnesses in California

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Construction expert witnesses specialize in a variety of fields, including building codes and standards, construction defects, construction safety, cost estimating, and contract disputes. Some of the most common specialties among construction expert witnesses include structural engineering, architecture, civil engineering, construction management, and materials science. They have provided opinions on the effects of faulty construction practices, building code violations, workplace accidents, cost overruns, and contract breaches.

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Review Fee $450/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $450/hr

This expert has extensive experience in fuel system design, storage, and dispensing systems. He has spent many years as a gas station expert, constructing gasoline service stations for major oil companies and public agencies. He has been involved with numerous societies in the gas station safety/construction industry, and is certified to handle all gas station related materials. Currently, this expert consults on fuel system installation, design, and safety at his own firm.

Owner, A fuel systems consulting firm in CA

Rancho Mission Viejo |

California

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Review Fee $225/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This master electrician has almost 40 years of hands on experience. His areas of expertise include national electrical code compliance, safety code compliance, high voltage electrical safety orders, grounding and bonding of electrical systems, electrical line contact, high voltage contact, power plant wiring, ANSI standards, electrical patent infringement, accident investigation and OSHA standards. He is currently a private electrical contractor in California.

Owner and Operator, An Electrical Contracting Company in CA

Associate of Science (AS), College of Marin

San Francisco |

California

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $300/hr
Court Fee $300/hr

This highly qualified elevator expert offers 37 years of experience working in the elevator industry, serving as elevator sales and repair manager, certified competent conveyance mechanic, technical writer, elevator industry instructor, and a licensed elevator contractor. He is the recipient of the honorary service award from the International Union of Elevator Constructors and currently serves as a consultant and instructor for the elevator industry.

Consultant, An escalator and elevatory consultancy in CA

Associate of Science (AS), Pasadena City College

Oceanside |

California

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $700/hr
Court Fee $700/hr

This expert is a certified master electrician, commercial electrical inspector, licensed electrical contractor, and NEC expert. He also completed an OSHA 30 hour construction safety training course. He is a member of both the National Fire Protection Association and the International Association of Electrical Inspectors. He has spent multiple years as a foreman and journeyman electrician on multiple electrical projects, and is currently an education projects manager with a vocational teaching credential instructing electronics, electrical wiring and theory, and electrical contracting.

Education Projects Manager, Electrical Contractors Instruction Program

San Diego |

California

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Review Fee $300/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $500/hr

This expert has more than 20 years in the Residential and Commercial construction industry, including 10+ years in Project Management and on/site Supervision for projects ranging from 10K to 5MM with 5-10 employees plus subcontractors. He has experience in planning and scheduling, architectural and structural drawings, developing bids and proposals, materials management, purchasing, invoicing, submittals & samples, code requirements, contracts and change orders. He is currently the Construction Superintendent at a construction company where he is responsible for running the day to day operations on high end residential construction sites in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Associate Director, A Major University in CA

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Laney College

Oakland |

California

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Review Fee $375/hr
Deposition Fee $375/hr
Court Fee $375/hr

This automobile repair expert has been in the industry for over 45 years. He worked for 15 years at an auto tool company called Snap on Tools Corp and purchased his own automobile repair shop in 1989. He has worked with many attorneys in California and just finished a review of a case where BMW settled pre-trial.

Owner, An auto repair shop in CA

Associate in Arts (AA), San Jose City College

Fresno |

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $399/hr

This expert has over 35 years of experience in the field of bridge design and construction. He earned his BS at the Portuguese Military Academy, and a Graduate Engineering Diploma and MS in Structural Engineering at the University of Witwatersrand (Johannesburg, South Africa). He is certified as a Professional Civil Engineer, as an Expert Analyst in Finite Elements Methods, and as an Advanced Concrete Technologist. He has previously served as a Senior Regional Bridge Engineer for the SE of the US and South America while working for AECOM, Head of Structural Design for Consulgal, and has worked on a number of projects as a freelance Expert Consultant in Structural and Bridge design and construction. He currently serves as a Senior Supervising Engineer for an Engineering company ranked at the top 20 in the US, in their Irvine office in California.

Senior Supervising Engineer, A Construction Company in California

Master of Science (MS), University of Witwatersrand

Irvine |

California

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $250/hr
Court Fee $250/hr

This expert has over 34 years experience working in the construction equipment rental industry across the country. He has worked in the construction equipment rental industry in Southern California for 30 years. He has held positions such as Branch Manager, Purchasing Agent and General Manager while working in the industry.

General Manager, Rebel Rents

Bachelor of Science (BS), Cleveland State University

San Diego |

California

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Review Fee $400/hr
Deposition Fee $600/hr
Court Fee $600/hr

This impressive expert received his BS in Civil Engineering from the University of Southern California and his MS in Civil Engineering from Stanford University. A registered Professional Engineer in California, he has been awarded the USC Mellon Mentoring Award. Formerly, he was a principal engineer and principal construction manager at Trojan Construction Management, the vice president of construction at Kaufman & Broad, and a project engineer and estimator at George A. Fuller Company. Currently, he is the program director of Civil Engineering, a professor of Engineering Practice, and the founding program director of Construction Management at a prestigious university in Los Angeles.

Founding Degree Director, A Top University in CA

Master of Science (MS), Stanford University

Los Angeles |

California

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Review Fee $424/hr
Deposition Fee $424/hr
Court Fee $424/hr

This electric engineer has over 40 years of experience and is active as a consultant. He earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Heald College and is licensed in California as a professional electrical engineer. The expert started his career as an electrical engineer with RE Corp., where he estimated electrical construction projects and earned his electrical contractor's license. He spent several years running his own firm that specialized in the design and construction of facility automation systems, HVAC systems, and lighting control systems. He is now an independent consultant, primarily working on litigation matters.

Electrical Design and Forensic Engineer, An Independent Engineering Firm in CA

Bachelor of Science (BS), Heald Engineering College

San Jose |

California

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Review Fee $850/hr
Deposition Fee $850/hr

This expert has over 35 years of experience in the field of construction safety. He earned his BBA in finance from the University of Utah and is a licensed general contractor in California. He is board certified as a construction health and safety technician and as a safety and health manager. He is a member of the American Society of Safety Engineers. He previously served as an instructor at the OSHA training institute, as the safety director at Nielsen Dillingham Builders, Inc. and as a principal at California Crane Works. He is currently a principal at a construction safety consultancy in California.

Principal, A Construction Safety Consultancy in CA

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), University of Utah

Cheyenne |

California

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Review Fee $200/hr
Deposition Fee $350/hr
Court Fee $350/hr

This expert is highly qualified in construction-related matters, boasting over 35 years of experience in the industry. He is licensed as a general contractor in the state of California. He served as a carpenter for Argus Construction, John Frank Construction, Perfection Woodworking, and Coastline Construction. With these companies, he worked on various types of commercial and residential projects, including grocery store remodeling and wood installation for apartment complexes. He has also done work specializing in door and window installation, replacement, and waterproofing. While working for Phoenix Construction, he was the lead mechanic, doing work on both the construction and maintenance of railroad bridge, track, and signage. This expert is currently the owner of a commercial and residential construction company in California.

Owner, A commercial and residential construction company in CA

Anaheim |

California

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Review Fee $250/hr
Deposition Fee $450/hr
Court Fee $450/hr

This highly qualified expert has over 30 years of experience in the planning, design, investigation, analysis, and quality control processes of residential, institutional, commercial, and industrial construction projects. He received his BS from the Evergreen State College, before entering the field of architecture. He is a registered architect and a licensed general contractor in the state of California. This expert is active in his field as a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Construction Specification Institute. Previously, he served as a senior planner for the Nisqually Indian Tribe, an advanced drafter for Krommenhoek, McKeowen & Associates, a designer and job captain for SGPA Planning and Architecture, a site planner at Schoell and Paul Architecture and Planning, and as a partner and project architect at FAD Architecture and Planning. Currently, he is the president of an architectural firm in California.

President, An Architectural Firm in CA

Bachelor of Science (BS), The Evergreen State College

Rancho Santa Fe |

California

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This highly-qualified expert has extensive experience in the field of construction, with his work involving the roles and responsibilities under contract documents, contract administration, contractor standards of care, construction costs, and scheduling delay and disruptions. He received his BA from Clemson University before earning his MBA from Pepperdine University. He also frequently participates in professional development courses to stay up to date on the latest practices in his field. He holds numerous certifications, including certifications as a building inspector, mechanical inspector, plumbing inspector, professional estimator, construction contract administrator, and in OSHA 30 hour construction and general industry. This expert is licensed as a general engineering contractor, a general building contractor, and a hazardous substance removal and remedial action contractor. He has formerly served as a foreman fro Aspen Construction Company, the president of Azimuth Builders, and the chief operating officer of Anson Construction Company. Currently, this expert is the owner of a construction and environmental consultancy in California.

Owner, A construction and environmental consultancy in CA

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Pepperdine University

California

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Review Fee $525/hr
Deposition Fee $750/hr
Court Fee $750/hr

This expert has over 40 years of experience in the construction and insurance industry. He is a licensed insurance adjuster and general adjuster and is certified in fraud in the property casualty insurance industry. He is a member of the Sacramento Claims Association and the Forensic Expert Witness Association. He previously served as a forensic construction consultant at the Forensic Group, as a wastewater consultant at Shanghai China, Municipal, and as a consultant at Indoor Environmental Institute. This expert is currently a general adjuster and forensic construction consultant in California.

General Adjuster, A construction consultancy in CA

Elk Grove |

California

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FAQs for Construction Expert Witnesses

What is the role of a construction expert witness in legal proceedings?

A construction expert witness provides specialized knowledge and insights on construction-related matters, such as building codes, safety regulations, and industry standards. They can help clarify complex issues for the court.

What types of cases might require a construction expert witness?

Construction expert witnesses are often needed in cases involving construction defects, accidents, contract disputes, property damage claims, or any case where technical construction expertise is required.

Can a construction expert witness assist with cases related to specific subspecialties like electrical or plumbing work?

Yes, many construction expert witnesses have experience in various subspecialties. Their diverse backgrounds allow them to provide valuable insights into specific areas of construction.

How can a construction expert witness help in a construction defect case?

In a defect case, a construction expert can identify whether proper procedures were followed, if materials used were up to standard, and if the defect was due to negligence or poor workmanship.

Why is it important to hire a construction expert witness with updated knowledge of building codes and regulations?

Building codes and regulations frequently change. An expert with current knowledge ensures accurate information is presented in court, which can significantly impact the outcome of the case.

How does Expert Institute select its Construction expert witnesses?

Expert Institute offers a personalized approach to help you find the highest quality experts. We source actively-practicing professionals who match all your requirements for specialty areas, work experience, litigation history, fee range, certifications, location, and more.

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