Mr. McGivern has provided expert opinions and expert testimony in numerous cases involving construction, construction defects, appraisals, accidents, and property damages. He is a founding partner of CCA and is principally responsible for providing expertise and directing investigations, particularly with respect to cases involving complex litigation. Mark provides cost and schedule opinions at CCA. Mark’s background is in construction management and design/build construction of commercial, residential, institutional, educational, and industrial buildings.
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Clark Griffith provides clients with architectural services that are informed by a keen sense of history and driven by a commitment to bring the latest technologies and best practices to bear on every project.
As a founding partner of CCA, Clark is involved in the company’s full range of architectural, engineering, and building consultant services. He has been a practicing architect for over 30 years and has an extensive background in residential, commercial, and institutional design projects. Clark provides clients with deep expertise in programming, design, building evaluation, building and life safety codes, budgets, professional standards of care, and contract documents.
When extreme events or construction defects damage structures and properties, Kenneth R. Quigley, PE provides the extraordinary engineering expertise required to respond and investigate the situation. Ken has provided expert opinions and expert testimony in federal and state courts regarding hurricane damage, construction defects, premises liability, E&O, and construction accidents.
For Ken, engineering is both science and art – it requires deep experience, specialized skills, remarkable instincts, powerful collaboration, and a strong commitment to the people, communities, and companies affected by damaged buildings.
Utilizing her vast experience as an operation manager, Ms. Bass oversees all of the HR, IT, and Operational functions for CCA. Diana ensures that CCA follows and implements all rules and regulations to be compliant with the highest standards of operations.
Dr. Barry is a Professional Engineer, Certified Industrial Hygienist, and Certified Safety Professional with more than 30 years of combined industrial, healthcare, military, commercial, and private sector professional hands-on experience. He possesses an advanced degree in radiation physics and a doctoral degree in biomedical engineering and biotechnology. Marty has provided expert opinions and testimony regarding indoor air quality, mold, contaminants, safety, personal injury, and construction.
Mr. Byrne brings has over 25 years of engineering experience, construction management, and project management to CCA. Peter serves as project manager and lead engineer on numerous investigations including, but not limited to, large and expansive hospitality sites, hospitals, and high-rise residential properties. Peter has provided expert opinions and testimony regarding construction. Peter’s engineering and management skills have also been applied to the forensic investigation of construction claims, structural failures, and property damage.
As a Senior Structural Engineer for over 25 years, Mr. Hoyt, has extensive experience conducting field investigations of commercial, industrial and residential properties, individually and as a key member of engineering/architectural assessment teams. Greg has amassed a large working knowledge of building envelopes. Greg has provided expert opinions and testimony regarding engineering and construction matters. In the field and in the drawing room, he has demonstrated careful attention to detail while working on massive and intricate projects for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Greg’s skills combined with his tenacity and deep knowledge of industrial design requirements aid him in delivering penetrating analysis of the most complex structural issues.
A professional mechanical engineer with over thirty years of experience. Extensive experience in designing, constructing, and testing HVAC, piping, and other mechanical systems. He has performed various mechanical system analysis projects, studies, reports, designs, and specifications. Provided project management, construction oversight services, forensic investigations, and client support for various projects. Mr. Smith is a Certified Energy Manager providing direction and support for energy decisions and conducting energy studies and audits.
Registered Architect in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas
Completed various comprehensive architectural restoration projects including residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Performed numerous forensic investigations, including accessibility, building envelope, parapet collapse, architectural standard of care, premises liability, water intrusion, and property damage. Designed a contemporary, sustainably conscious science and art museum in the Pacific Northwest. Senior designer on numerous high-end custom homes in the Hamptons of Long Island, assisting an award-winning architect. Over 20 years of experience and training in architecture, design, historic restoration, forensic architecture, building condition assessments, building envelope assessments and corrections, and construction. Lead architect for attorneys and clients on several construction failures and negligence cases.
Christopher S. Downey, P.E., is a Senior Structural Engineer at CCA bringing over 25 years of robust technical and management experience leading teams in design, evaluation, and oversight of complex projects on a range of buildings and structures across various sectors. He is licensed to practice as a Professional Engineer in ten states, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, and Florida. His expertise spans commercial and residential buildings, international airport terminals, medical and research institutions, high-capacity parking facilities, and work with historical structures.
Specializing in the analysis of structural failures, construction defects, and code compliance, Chris has played a pivotal role in major projects such as Logan International Airport renovations and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Yawkey Center for Cancer Care. Some of his responsibilities include reviewing property loss, construction-generated vibration losses, and assessing code compliance issues. His commitment to technical excellence and innovative problem-solving continues to drive CCA’s success in the structural engineering field.
Mr. Quinn brings his construction expertise, opinions, and expert testimony to his current position. He has an extensive background in construction from the ground up since 1983. Initially, he built many custom homes and office buildings as a framer. Construction projects started from excavating for foundations to handing over the keys of the completed project and every facet in between.
Torrey Phillips is a licensed General Contractor, Mold Assessor, and Home Inspector in the state of Florida. He is a Senior Construction Consultant at CCA with over 20 years of experience in construction management, construction project cost consulting, forensic investigations, and insurance claims assessments. Torrey combines hands-on building knowledge with deep technical insight to evaluate construction defects, storm damage, and building failures across a wide range of property types.
At CCA, Torrey conducts forensic inspections and develops expert reports related to building envelope issues, water intrusion, structural failures, and repair scopes. His work supports legal teams, insurance carriers, and property owners through all phases of claims and litigation, from damage assessments to deposition and trial testimony.
Torrey’s career spans consulting roles with top national forensics firms and years as a self-employed general contractor. He has evaluated hundreds of structures—from high-rise condominiums and commercial properties to municipal facilities and storm-damaged homes—and brings practical clarity to complex disputes. His project experience includes post-fire evaluations, multifamily moisture intrusion investigations, and large-scale hurricane recovery efforts.
Torrey holds an Associate of Science in Architectural and Construction Technology and is an active board member of CLM’s Fort Lauderdale Chapter.
Brendan is an expert in Building Automation and Energy Management Systems. This is the result of over 15 years of experience working with data centers, universities, labs, vivarium, hospitals, high rises, retrofits and new construction. He has programmed with Tridium Niagara, Alerton Envision, Alerton Compass, KMC controls, Total Control, Niagara Vykon, Niagara Lynxspring, Johnson FX, Trane Tracer Summit, Honeywell Spyders and DeltaV Systems. Vast experience with campus network communication, IT network infrastructure, and third-party integration including BACnet, Modbus, Lon and OPC, as well as various types of mechanical and electrical equipment.
Robert (Bobby) Kollmer is a Senior Mechanical Engineer at CCA with a strong background in HVAC design, MEP, forensic analysis, and mechanical systems evaluation. He brings deep experience in healthcare, academic, and commercial environments, where he has led complex projects for clients such as NYU Langone, Catholic Health Services, and NewYork-Presbyterian.
At CCA, Bobby conducts forensic investigations into HVAC system failures, construction defects, and energy performance issues. His work includes site inspections, code compliance, and expert reporting for litigation and insurance matters. His thorough analysis and ability to communicate clearly with clients makes Bobby a trusted resource on matters involving MEP systems.
In addition to his engineering, Bobby serves as an adjunct professor at Hofstra University, where he teaches courses on HVAC system design and fluid mechanics. He is passionate about mentoring the next generation of engineers and developing practical tools that bridge theory and real-world application.
Bobby earned his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Hofstra University and is a licensed Professional Engineer in New York. Outside of work, he is an accomplished triathlete and longtime youth baseball coach who enjoys the discipline and camaraderie both sports and engineering offer.
In the heart of New York City, Michaels's journey in construction consulting and expertise took root. It began with hands-on training in New Jersey at the UBC Local 254 Thomas C. Ober Carpentry Training Center, where he learned the fundamentals of construction craftsmanship. With a Master of Science in Construction Administration from Columbia University in New York City, Michael embarked on a path that would define his career. His experience includes construction superintendency, field operations, and project management.
With over 20 years in customer service and communications, Lauren Palazzolo is CCA's fiendly but undeterred Project Administrator with her capable hands in many pots on any given day. She is first and foremost responsible for coordinating CCA's internal expertise and resources to ensure each client deliverable meets the highest quality standard in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Lauren also supervisors CCA's administrative staff and contributes her creative skills to many of the firm's marketing and social media campaigns.
Lauren earned her undergradate degree and an MBA from Fitchburg State University. In her free time, she enjoys reading, crafting, and sharing her love for Motorsports with her two teenage sons.
Isiah Powers is a HAAG Certified Roof Inspector for both residential and commercial properties who got his start in his family’s roofing business at age 15. At CCA, he has performed numerous solo investigations and contributes to building envelope and façade leak assessments. Highly skilled in AutoCAD and Revit, Isiah develops detailed construction documents for CCA's diverse client projects.
Currently working towards his B.A. in Architecture at Boston Architectural College (expected 2026), Isiah is also dedicated to community service both locally and internationally, having contributed his time and skills to humanitarian relief efforts in Kenya in 2018, Guatemala in 2019, and most recently in 2024, volunteering in North Carolina to aid in rebuilding his home state after Hurricane Helena.
