March 8, 2022

1pm-2pm

Construction-Material Price Escalation: What This Means to Owners

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the cost of construction labor and material prices have been soaring at record-breaking levels. Construction markets remain competitive as contractors struggle to overcome the challenges of the current market conditions and owners attempt to deal with the added risks from the economic threats. This session will provide an overview of the current market trends, changes to expect in project delivery and contracting methods, and how owners can be prepared to proactively address these issues head-on.  After attending this presentation, attendees should be able to: (1) Identify current trends in the industry concerning construction starts, sector performance, labor availability, and supply chain impacts; (2) recognize today’s current market conditions and how they may impact your project; and (3) evaluate the industry’s response and identify measures you can take to be prepared to proactively address current conditions.

Speakers: Brian Goodreau & Bryan Payne

Brian Goodreau is a senior leader responsible for managing the Arcadis Contract Solutions team of experts in dispute resolution, project controls, and risk management located in New York City. He is an experienced team leader with a proven record of accomplishment helping clients solve their most complex problems by implementing techniques such as CPM scheduling and total cost management. Brian has also effectively resolved numerous disputes on behalf of his clients, providing expert analysis and litigation support. Brian has been involved numerous alternative dispute resolutions including negotiations, mediations and claims review boards.

Prior to Arcadis, Brian worked as a project manager for a masonry subcontracting firm for nearly a decade. Throughout his career, Brian has held positions as project manager, scheduler, project controls manager, and claims analyst. His experience in the field coupled with his skills of the latest technology provides him with the tools required to be an effective analyst on complex claims.

Brian is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University with a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management and is a certified Planning and Scheduling Professional (PSP) with the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering International (AACEI). Brian is an accomplished public speaker and AICET Certified training instructor. He is often invited to speak at seminars on construction claims and managing projects more effectively.

 

Bryan Payne, Esq., PE, CCP, CFCC brings 27 years of experience in the transportation, higher education, and healthcare construction sectors in construction management, claims avoidance and mitigation, mediation, and contract administration. His strength is in solving construction problems and resolving disputes before litigation and getting broken programs back on track. Bryan has proven expertise in working on programs with shared governance, multiple funding sources, and complex grant requirements. He is used to working closely with governing board members and is an experienced public speaker. Bryan is a Registered Civil Engineer and a licensee attorney of the State Bar of California. He has served as mediator for over 50 litigated cases for the Superior Court of Los Angeles County and is admitted to practice before the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.