About Richard
Mr. Richard Berdan is a licensed architect with over 35 years’ experience in the design & construction industry. He has worked a wide range of project types, giving him broad and deep technical knowledge of the industry and professional standards. Mr. Berdan has provided forensics & building consulting services to the insurance industry for large loss, building envelope analysis and expert witness service for the past 10 years. During the 25 years prior, he worked as Project Architect, Project Manager, Construction Administrator and Owner Representative across every phase of the design and construction process while representing major design firms and developers in New York, San Francisco, and Connecticut. His work during this period represents over $3.5B in new construction including casino/hospitality/resorts, cultural and higher education projects. Mr. Berdan is a LEED certified professional and has also been trained in water, fire & smoke restoration & evaluation.
Mr. Richard Berdan is a licensed architect with over 35 years’ experience in the design & construction industry. He has worked a wide range of project types, giving him broad and deep technical knowledge of the industry and professional standards. Mr. Berdan has provided forensics & building consulting services to the insurance industry for large loss, building envelope analysis and expert witness service for the past 10 years. During the 25 years prior, he worked as Project Architect, Project Manager, Construction Administrator and Owner Representative across every phase of the design and construction process while representing major design firms and developers in New York, San Francisco, and Connecticut. His work during this period represents over $3.5B in new construction including casino/hospitality/resorts, cultural and higher education projects. Mr. Berdan is a LEED certified professional and has also been trained in water, fire & smoke restoration & evaluation.
Areas of Expertise
- Builder's Consulting
- Builder's Risk
- Building Envelope Failures
- Building Forensics
- Cost Estimating
- Reconstruction Estimating
Education
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Bachelor of ArchitectureThe Cooper Union
