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Richard D. Bull, III, P.E. |
| Areas of Expertise: | Construction claim preparation and analysis. Specialist in differing site conditions, CPM scheduling, schedule delay analysis, and damages for loss of efficiency, disruption, and acceleration. Negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation support. |
| Experience: |
Mr. Bull has over 25 years experience in program and construction management, the analysis and resolution of claims, and has provided expert witness testimony. Mr.
Bull has been in charge of the management and resolution of over $500
million in construction claims. These
claims encompassed allegations of differing site conditions, design errors
and omissions, delay, disruption, acceleration, and termination. Mr. Bull's experience covers: management in a consulting environment, project management, design engineering, construction management, construction engineering, construction claims, CPM scheduling, and cost engineering. Other areas of expertise include: project organization, finance and control; design consultant and contractor selection; contract drafting and negotiation; contract compliance audits; dispute negotiation and resolution; claim prevention and management; and surety work. Mr. Bull has been in responsible charge of the design, development, and implementation of computerized design, drafting and project control systems; cash flow management; cost reporting; records management; and material control. |
| Project and Construction Management, Construction Claims, and Expert Witness Services | As
a Principal of Abacus, Mr. Bull provides
corporate direction and support to the management of programs and the
analysis of claims.
He serves as Principal-in-Charge on numerous program management,
construction management, forensic engineering and claims assignments.
Mr. Bull's experience includes:
industrial, commercial, residential, hospital, drinking water,
wastewater, power, process, and transportation projects in the public and
private sector.
He is highly skilled in the preparation and analysis of complex
schedule-based claims for delay, disruption and loss of productivity.
He serves as a consulting and testifying expert in mediation and
litigation.
He is also a course instructor for Abacus Seminars specializing in
the training of architects, engineers, and project managers on the
subjects of construction contract administration, CPM scheduling, and the
preparation and analysis of claims.
e-Mail: Richard@abacusengr.com
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| Education:
Registration: |
B.S.,
Civil Engineering, University of Virginia (1975)
Registered Civil Engineer/California (C043580)
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| Professional Affiliations: | National
Society of Professional Engineers, Professional
Engineers in Construction
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| Public Speaking Engagements: | "Pollution
Taxes on Virgin Materials and The Potential Impact on the Management of
Solid Wastes" (Forbes Magazine conference on
"Rebuilding America's Infrastructure", New York, New York,
January 1993)
"Design/Build/Operate/Transfer - A Twenty-first Century Approach to Public Sector Construction in the United States" (The Construction Superconference, San Francisco, California, December 1995) "Choosing The Best Delivery System for Your Project - Plus, A National Survey of Large Project Experience" (The Construction Superconference, San Francisco, California 1996)
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| Publications: | "The
Best Way to Hire a Construction Claims Consultant is to Ask the Right
Questions - Twelve Key Questions to Ask" CLICK
HERE to request a copy of this article [you will receive it via
e-mail reply].
"Typical
Approach and Methodology for the Calculation of Damages for a Complex
Construction Claim" "Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQ) about Damages in Construction Disputes"
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