Case Studies
We were engaged by a reputable university to investigate the design and construction deficiencies of an underground infrastructure (trench system) which prematurely failed a few years after construction.
Our multidisciplinary investigation required geotechnical, structural, pipe stress, and hydrological analysis to pinpoint the potential issues. Our expert report was served in mediation, and no or minimal objection was raised pertaining to our analysis, even from the opposing parties.
Ben Daee, PhD, P.Eng, PE
Vice President
Forensic Architecture & Engineering
+1 289 812 5116
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> Construction Defect Investigations
J.S. Held is globally recognized for industry-leading construction defect investigations. We provide clients with extensive site assessments and document review, followed by pertinent project reports, graphics, animations, and repair recommendations on a variety of matters involving property and infrastructure.
> Structural Engineering
Our team is composed of civil and structural engineers who specialize in forensic investigations, repair scopes, code upgrade/compliance evaluations, and repair plans. We provide detailed forensic analysis of property and infrastructure damage by leveraging our understanding of the built environment and the impact of wind, water, fire, deterioration, construction defects, and outside forces.
> Forensic Engineering
J.S. Held’s forensic engineering experts include civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, and biomechanical engineers. Our forensic engineering analyses address what happened, why it happened, when the incident occurred, extent of damage, repairability, and applicable code upgrade/compliance requirements.