Pensacola, Florida, United States
Structural Expert with over 25 years of experience in the design and construction of buildings and industrial structures. Mr. Kelly has teamed with major architectural and engineering institutions, including Columbia University and NYU, to teach classes and lead research teams studying novel building systems. Experience includes Structural Engineering for over 20 million square feet of new construction and building renovations and work with the New York City Green Codes Task Force to modernize the building code. This work provides an invaluable perspective on construction defects, disputes, and structural failures. EXPERTISE: Forensic Engineering, Construction Defect Claims, Construction Disputes, Professional Practice Claims (Errors & Omissions), Coastal Design, Protective Design, Historic Preservation, Sustainable Design, Solar Energy, Green Tech Ventures. CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS: • Expert Witness on construction defect/dispute claims as large as 500 million dollars. • Managed engineering design and research projects that were featured in National Geographic, Scientific American, Solar Energy, Solar Thermal, Modern Steel Construction, and other industry and regional periodicals. • Directed teams on LEED projects as large as $4 billion, achieving LEED Gold and Platinum Certifications. Served as LEED Consultant for Liberty Island Visitor Pavilion (Platinum). • Wrote and managed complex grants related to sustainability in partnership with government, universities, and industry leaders. Topics include Building Integrated Solar Energy, Functionally Graded Materials, and Novel Polymeric Strain Gages. • One of the first LEED Accredited Structural Engineers (2002). Played an important role in educating A&E professionals and the public about sustainability. Collaborators include Columbia University, The Copper Union Institute for Sustainable Design, New York University Poly-Tech, and many leading architectural, engineering, and construction firms such as Skanska, Page Southerland Page, HLW, FXCollaborative, Gardiner & Theobald, Heintges, and AKF.
Structural Forensic Experts provides engineering consulting services for design, construction, and litigation support. We specialize in construction defects and disputes and we will bring our diverse experience to bear on your problem. Technical expertise includes coastal engineering, wind engineering, protective design, historic preservation, and sustainable design. We have worked for both public and private clients across many sectors including Power and Energy, Healthcare, Education, Manufacturing, and many government agencies. Public clients have included the DOD, CIA, DOS, FBI, DHS, GSA, DOJ, SSA, DOE, National Park Service, DOT, The United Nations, and many state and local governments. Private clients have included the New York Stock Exchange, Dominion Power, Formula One, NBC, and many others. Our experts have designed all types of buildings from Federal Courthouses to 400 bed hospitals, and have experience in all manner of materials and systems. We have worked extensively in Steel, Concrete, Light Wood and Mass Timber, Masonry, Stone, Iron, Aluminum, and Glass. Having designed more than 20 million square feet of building construction and renovations, it is likely we have seen something like your problem before. Our experts can assess defects in Structural, Mechanical, and Architectural systems and help unravel disputes related to schedule disruption, delay, and project controls. SFE can also assess damage claims including construction and repair costs, diminished value, and lost use/profit. We work independently to find the facts, and support both Plaintiffs and Defendants in their efforts for justice.
Led the growth of the firm and implemented new strategies for business development, quality enhancement, process improvement, and recruiting and talent development. Addison Riley provides forensic consulting services for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party property claims. Their clients range from homeowners to large commercial interests and assistance was be provided on losses of many types, including construction defects.
Structural engineering for the design and construction of building structures and for the evaluation of existing buildings.
Alpine Education and Expedition provided custom, human-powered, ski mountaineering adventures and educational services. Full service expedition planning, logistic support, equipment procurement, and guide services. We took care of everything from airport pick-up to individual dietary needs to help make your adventure a safe and rewarding one.
Executive Leadership & Change Management: Recruited by a multi-disciplinary firm with offices in 5 cities to execute three critical objectives: turn around the structural engineering department, lead the new multi-disciplinary research department, and drive and manage growth. • Served on the executive leadership team with the CEO and CFO. Moved the company from cash accounting to the revenue recognition model that is common to leading A&E firms. • Directed the Structural Engineering Division. Managed client relationships across divisions, and ensured that all projects were properly staffed, executed, and billed. Established new lines of business, planning processes, and financial controls; while improving internal communication and talent development programs. • Drove divisional growth, doubling the departmental staff and increasing revenue 3-fold. • Transitioned the accounting system to an integrated enterprise system for strategic planning and project management (Deltek Vision). • Founded Research and Sustainability Initiatives based on experience with Columbia University, Weidlinger Associates, The Cooper Union, and NYU’s Acorn Incubator. • Managed and provided technical guidance for a $1 million private research project to provide solar power for developing nations. • Restructured project management and accountability practices to generate immediate profitability at the project level across multiple divisions. • Completed a transition in 12 months that was forecast to take 3 years, resulting in an ESOP sale that brought value to all stakeholders, while enhancing the firm’s reputation and reach.