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Derek Graham

Derek Graham

Derek Graham based in Cold Spring, New York. 26 years of experience with specialization in CPM Scheduling, Construction Management, Forensics and Analysis. Has testified 3 times and deposed 10 times.

Cold Spring, New York

About

Graham's qualifications are further bolstered by his professional certifications, including an OSHA 30 certification and a Certified Acumen Fuse Professional designation. These certifications demonstrate his commitment to safety and proficiency in utilizing industry-standard project management software tools.

Throughout his extensive career spanning over two decades, Graham has held senior positions at reputable construction firms, such as RepOne Project Controls, Cumming Corp., Pavarini McGovern, Pizzarotti-LLC, and Clark Construction Corp. In these roles, he has gained invaluable experience in managing complex construction projects, including residential, commercial, hospitality, and infrastructure developments. Notably, Graham has been involved in high-profile projects such as the Palace Theater Preservation/Doubletree Hotel, the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel Rehabilitation, and various MTA capital construction projects.

Graham's expertise extends beyond project management, as he has also served as an expert witness in product defect and delay/disruption claim litigation since 2009. This experience has honed his ability to analyze and communicate complex technical information in a legal setting. Furthermore, Graham has authored a publication titled "Managing Residential Construction: Strategies and Solutions," published by McGraw Hill Technical Book Group in 2006, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in the industry.

Specialties

CPM Scheduling
Construction Management
Forensics and Analysis
Earned Value Analysis (EVA)
Time Impact Analysis
Primavera 6
Deltek Acumen Fuse
Delay/Disruption Claim Litigation
Estimating
Cost Escalation Analysis
Construction Claims
Building and Construction
Accident Reconstruction / Investigation Expert
26
Years Experience
54
Cases Handled

Work Experience

Senior SchedulerCurrent
RepOne Project Controls
2023Present

Construction developer schedule oversight management

Senior Scheduler
Cumming Corp., USA
20212023

Life Science developer new and retrofit labs and offices

Senior Scheduler
Pavarini McGovern
20182020

Led CPM Scheduling program for TSX: Palace Theater Preservation/Doubletree Hotel, 1568 Broadway, NY, Mixed-Use theater lift, restoration, and podium

Senior Scheduler
Pizzarotti-LLC
20162018

On-site senior scheduling manager

President
RepOne Project Controls
20132016

Generated and tracked complex projects using Primavera 6 and Acumen Fuse

Senior Scheduler/Senior Estimator
(Private Consultancy)
20082013

Pioneered P6 CPM scheduling and oversight program for transit capital construction consultant, department manager

Chief Estimator
Uberto Construction
20052007

Chief Estimator/Senior Project Manager for luxury residential general contractor

Senior Project Manager
Clark Construction Corp.
20002004

Facilitated and maintained multiple high-end residential, hospitality, office, commercial, retail, and museum clients

Education

Certificate in Construction Management
Columbia University
2020
Bachelor of Arts in British Literature
CUNY, Hunter College
19881991

Honors and Dean's List

Credentials & Licenses

OSHA 30
Certified Acumen Fuse Professional
3
Times Testified
10
Times Deposed
54
Cases Worked
100:0
Plaintiff / Defendant

Publications

Managing Residential Construction: Strategies and Solutions
McGraw Hill Technical Book Group, NY·2006

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