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Primary Area of Expertise

Building Construction

Expert Witness Profile

In the areas of building design, construction, facilities management, and performance on different types of contracts, Scoville and Associates provide services to aBorneys representing both defendants and plaintiffs, insurance companies, institutions, and private individuals. Services include a review of contracts and project records to assess adherence to contractual obligations. When an on-site review is needed Scoville & Associates, Inc. performs site surveys: photographing and noting pertinent conditions. If approved, the research includes reviews of court filings, codes, designs, contract documents, and correspondence. Analyzes information gathered against contracts, codes, design requirements, and personal experience. Verbally communicates preliminary conclusions to supervising aBorney. If directed, finalizes conclusions and recommendations, and provides a wriBen report. Available for depositions and court testimony. With over 50 years of experience in building design, construction, and related industries. Experience in contracting methods from fixed price to design-build. Specializing in problems caused by Defective Installations and Product Defects, Project Planning and Management, and Contract Management. Has participated in many residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Past jobs include self-employed Owner's Representative/Construction Manager, Private Client Owner's Representative and Construction Manager, Corporate Regional Construction Manager for a Major Healthcare Company, hospital life safety systems and state inspection specialist, quality improvement manager, construction project manager, estimator, carpenter, construction laborer, and explosives technician. Uses of RS Means cost database and local market pricing as appropriate for construction cost estimates. Instructor: Preparation Classes for state-required Tennessee Business, Law, and Project Management exams. Personally competent in residential concrete work, rough and finish carpentry, electrical work, plumbing work, drywall, and finishes. Semi-fluent in the Spanish Language.

Education & Licenses

BS