Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Construction Claims & Forensic Engineering Solutions
MDC Systems has been a leader in construction project analysis and expert services for over 50 years. Our team of licensed engineers, architects, and accountants delivers tailored solutions for complex construction disputes, forensic engineering, and project management. With expertise in court-accepted methodologies like Time Impact Analysis (TIA), we provide litigation support and claims management to clients worldwide. Our professionals average 30+ years of experience in national and international projects, offering authoritative testimony in legal venues. We combine Systems Thinking and Complexity Theory to resolve disputes and prevent future issues, maintaining a proven track record of timely, effective solutions.Our proprietary Capital Project Management System streamlines data analysis for enhanced decision-making. We specialize in construction claims valuation, forensic project management, and risk assessment, serving commercial, government, and industrial sectors. Our multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive analysis of scheduling conflicts, design failures, and construction delays. With a focus on transparency and technical rigor, we support clients through all project phases from planning to litigation. Our services include expert witness testimony, environmental consulting, and BIM modeling to optimize project outcomes.
Services
Construction Claims
Forensic Engineering
Expert Witness
Project Management
Risk Assessment
CPM Scheduling
Dispute Resolution
Environmental Consulting
Government Services
Modeling & BIM
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of experience in construction dispute resolution
- Our team includes licensed engineers and architects with 30+ years average experience
- We developed the court-accepted Time Impact Analysis (TIA) methodology
- We maintain a proven track record in international arbitrations and federal courts
- Our proprietary Capital Project Management System enhances data analysis capabilities
Services
Construction Claims
Our construction claims services provide detailed damage analysis and valuation for labor productivity issues, project delays, and re-work costs. We specialize in change order management and quality reviews, offering expert testimony in litigation. With over 50 years of experience, our team delivers measurable solutions for complex construction disputes through forensic analysis and schedule impact assessments.
Forensic Engineering
Our forensic engineering services investigate construction failures and accidents using advanced analysis techniques. We examine architectural systems, HVAC failures, structural collapses, and electrical issues to determine root causes. Our experts provide court-ready reports and testimony, applying engineering principles to legal matters in construction disputes and insurance claims.
Expert Witness
Our expert witnesses provide authoritative testimony in construction litigation, with professionals accepted in federal courts and international arbitrations. We prepare demonstrative evidence and expert reports, offering clear explanations of complex technical issues. Our team includes specialists in project management, cost estimating, and schedule analysis for legal proceedings.
Project Management
Our project management services offer comprehensive oversight from planning to completion. We implement critical path method scheduling, cost controls, and quality assurance measures to prevent disputes. Our team provides contract compliance audits and risk management strategies, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget while maintaining safety standards.
Risk Assessment
Our risk assessment services identify potential project failures through Failure Mode Effect Analysis and fault tree analysis. We evaluate reliability, maintainability, and safety factors to develop mitigation strategies. Our team implements risk management programs that optimize design and execution processes, helping clients avoid costly construction issues before they occur.
People
Robert C. McCue
President
With over 40 years in construction consulting, Robert leads MDC Systems' strategic direction. He specializes in construction claims analysis and dispute resolution, having testified as expert witness in numerous federal cases. His expertise includes schedule analysis and forensic project management.
Michelle Nenna Delehanty
Senior Consultant
Michelle brings 25+ years of experience in forensic engineering and construction management. She specializes in HVAC system failures and building envelope analysis, directing complex investigations for pharmaceutical and industrial facilities. Her work includes moisture penetration analysis and WUFI simulations for building diagnostics.
Daniel J. Sporer
Vice President
Dan oversees MDC Systems' government services division with 30+ years of federal project experience. He manages large-scale construction disputes for public infrastructure projects, specializing in contract compliance and termination defense for government contracts.
Mark D. Steele
Senior Engineer
Mark has 35+ years in forensic engineering, focusing on structural failures and mechanical system analysis. He conducts expert investigations for fire protection systems and process equipment failures, providing technical solutions for industrial and commercial facilities.
Julian M. Toneatto
Project Director
Julian manages pharmaceutical construction projects with 28 years of specialized experience. He directs facility design reviews and compliance assessments, ensuring adherence to industry standards for cleanrooms and controlled environments in global pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.
Questions
What construction services does MDCSystems offer?
We provide construction claims analysis, forensic engineering, expert witness services, project management, and risk assessment for commercial, government, and industrial projects.
How long has MDCSystems been in business?
MDCSystems has delivered expert construction consulting services for over 50 years, with professionals averaging 30+ years of industry experience.
What makes MDCSystems different from competitors?
We developed the court-accepted Time Impact Analysis methodology and combine Systems Thinking with Complexity Theory for unique dispute resolution approaches.
Do you handle international construction disputes?
Yes, our team has extensive experience in international arbitrations and cross-border construction projects across multiple industries.
What credentials do your experts hold?
Our team includes licensed professional engineers, architects, and accountants with expertise recognized in federal courts and international legal venues.
How do you approach construction risk assessment?
We use Failure Mode Effect Analysis and proprietary modeling tools to identify risks early, implementing mitigation strategies before issues impact project timelines or budgets.
