Experts
Dr Hendrik F. Prinsloo
Dr. Prinsloo is a distinguished authority in scheduling and delay damages, renowned globally for his expertise. His latest book, ‘Construction Delay Analysis Simplified,’ a widely acclaimed reference available in 11 countries serves as both a popular resource for delay claims and a prescribed textbook. Possessing a PhD in Scheduling and Delay Damages, and backed by over 25 years of experience, he adeptly oversaw projects valued at over $3 billion, as construction manager.
Dr. Prinsloo’s pioneering delay analysis model has been integrated into professional industry training courses on four continents. Alongside his industry expertise, he garnered acclaim as a Professor of Construction Management for his leadership and numerous research publications. As a highly sought-after international speaker, Dr. Prinsloo has captivated audiences at over 15 international conferences.
Remarkable cases also punctuate his journey as an expert witness, including pivotal contributions to the United States’ first nuclear facility dedicated to converting weapon-grade platinum into fuel. His insights have also proven invaluable for Los Angeles’s most expensive high-rise apartment building, a testament to his prowess in navigating intricate legal challenges of the highest stakes.
Prof Theo Haupt
Prof Theo is recognized as a world-renowned expert in the field of construction health and safety. His 3 books on the application of construction health and safety are utilized as industry reference guides and as prescribed textbooks at various universities. Theo earned a Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 2001. The focus of his Ph.D. thesis was the development of a performance approach to construction safety and health. As a researcher and professor, Theo shared his expertise with students from 7 different universities over the years. He also held several leadership roles in the construction industry and academia, including acting as the Director of Building Construction Science at the Mississippi State University.
Prof Theo’s published more than 50 articles in research journals over the years dealing with a wide variety of construction health and safety-related topics. He is also an accomplished international speaker who is often invited to share his expertise in construction health and safety with audiences around the world.
Ted Baumgardner
Ted Bumgardner has extensive construction management and construction litigation experience. With over 40 years of construction experience and many years as a testifying expert, he brings a thorough knowledge of all aspects of commercial, municipal and residential construction, forensic investigation, and construction defect litigation.
Mr. Bumgardner’s passion for improving the built environment drives him to tackle huge complex cases with enthusiasm. He has been designated in over 700 construction litigation as an expert witness in cases involving contractual claims, delay, cost of repair, construction defects investigation, and contractor standard of care.
