Business Details
40 Years
experience
Expert Construction Consulting Services in Madison, AL
Stephen Ward & Associates is a specialty consulting firm in the building and construction industry with over 38 years of experience. Since 1986, we have provided professional consulting services in the evaluation, design, inspection, and management of roofs, walls, and waterproofing systems. Our clients include insurance companies, contractors, architectural firms, engineering firms, property managers, and building owners. Headquartered in Madison, Alabama, with additional offices in Birmingham and Gadsden, we serve projects across the Southeastern United States and internationally. Our team comprises 29 full-time professionals and associate relationships with five engineering firms, ensuring comprehensive expertise for every project.We combine time-tested practices with innovative solutions to address each client's unique needs. Our geographic reach includes Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and international assignments in Aruba and Nigeria. We maintain a balanced workload to deliver timely, accurate, and individualized services while continuously improving our methodologies to meet evolving industry demands. Our commitment to integrity, quality, and assurance has established long-term relationships with clients across diverse sectors.
Services
Evaluation
Design
Inspection
Management
Expert Witness
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 38 years of specialized expertise in building envelope systems.
- Our team includes 29 full-time professionals with decades of industry experience.
- We serve clients across 15+ U.S. states and international locations.
- We combine proven methods with innovative solutions for tailored results.
- Our nationwide project portfolio demonstrates consistent service excellence.
Services
Evaluation
Our evaluation services include visual inspections of weatherproofing components, core sample testing, and roof moisture analysis. We identify deficiencies, assess structural loading, and provide detailed reports with corrective action recommendations. Clients receive life expectancy projections and cost-value analyses for building envelope systems.
Design
We create project-specific construction documents including roof and framing plans, elevations, and specifications. Our designs address both new installations and existing system upgrades, ensuring compliance with industry standards while meeting unique client requirements for commercial and institutional buildings.
Inspection
Our inspection services ensure specification compliance through pre-construction reviews, on-site quality assurance checks, and close-out documentation. We verify contractor submittals, monitor installation processes, and provide detailed reports to maintain project integrity and performance standards.
Management
We offer comprehensive program management including budgeting, maintenance scheduling, and online asset tracking. Our services cover capital expenditure planning, biannual inspections, and development of preventive maintenance programs to optimize building envelope longevity and performance.
Expert Witness
Our team provides forensic analysis and expert testimony for construction-related legal matters. We document building envelope failures, assess compliance issues, and deliver technical reports to support dispute resolution in insurance claims and litigation cases.
People
Stephen Ward
President, Operations and Special Projects Manager
50 years of expertise in commercial roof and wall systems, covering design, installation, project management, and business leadership. Senior executive with comprehensive industry knowledge.
Keith W. Starnes
Architect and Project Manager
37 years of experience in commercial architecture with expertise in institutional and higher education projects. Licensed in five southeastern states and LEED-certified for sustainable design practices.
Dale Ballard
Senior Program Manager
44 years of specialized knowledge in commercial roof and wall systems, including design, installation, and project management for complex building envelope solutions.
Bobby Johnson
Construction Observer and Project Manager
52 years of field experience in commercial construction, facility maintenance, and roofing systems implementation. Expert in translating design concepts into real-world applications.
Dennis Morgan
Specification Writer
57 years of construction industry experience with focus on technical documentation, project management, and compliance standards for commercial roofing and building envelope systems.
Questions
What building envelope services do you specialize in?
We specialize in evaluation, design, inspection, and management of roofs, walls, and waterproofing systems for commercial and institutional buildings.
How long has your company been in business?
Stephen Ward and Associates has provided construction consulting services since 1986, with team members having decades of industry experience.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Southeastern United States and internationally, with completed projects in 15+ U.S. states and locations like Aruba and Nigeria.
What types of clients do you work with?
We serve insurance companies, contractors, architects, engineers, property managers, and building owners across commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
Do you provide expert witness services?
Yes, we offer forensic analysis and expert testimony for construction-related legal matters involving building envelope systems and roofing failures.
How do you combine traditional and modern methods?
We maintain proven practices while evaluating new technologies to deliver tailored solutions that balance innovation with field-tested reliability for each project.
