Construction Defect & Standard of Care Expert

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Mark “Jake” Jacobson Building Inspector Building Official Construction Expert Witness Consultant Facilities Manager General Contractor Pre-Purchase Inspector Project Manager Project Superintendent Mark “Jake” Jacobson serves as a construction expert witness and consultant in matters involving construction defects, delays, cost overruns, project management issues, and standard-of-care concerns. He works with attorneys and their clients throughout Colorado, Utah and surrounding states. He brings over 30 years of experience in construction, construction management, facilities management, and business management. His background includes roles as a building inspector, building official, jobsite superintendent, facilities manager, general contractor, and construction consultant/analyst. This breadth of experience provides a practical, experience-based perspective on construction practices, building codes, and the applicable standard of care. His work includes residential new construction, remodeling, additions, and light commercial construction. He also provides owner representation on active projects to help identify issues early, improve accountability, and reduce project risk. Expert Services Include: Construction defect analysis (residential and light commercial) Trade work evaluation (framing, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical) Building inspections (all types) Building envelope and water intrusion analysis Building code compliance and plan review As-built versus plan verification Site evaluation, grading, and drainage analysis Building component and system evaluation Product performance and installation analysis Exterior wall and roofing system evaluation Workmanship and installation deficiency analysis Cost of repair and cost to complete analysis Construction contracts, project documentation, and business practices review Stucco and exterior cladding analysis (code and manufacturer requirements) Concrete flatwork and foundation system analysis Project scheduling, cost, and completion analysis Property and facilities management evaluations Insurance claim and warranty inspection review Standard-of-care evaluations for construction practices and product installation He provides clear, well-researched, and unbiased analysis with accurate, consistent, and defensible reports for plaintiff, defense, and insurance matters. His evaluations focus on identifying the causes of construction defects and determining whether issues result from materials, methods, design, or installation. His analysis is supported by extensive building code knowledge and research, along with practical recommendations for corrective action and associated costs. Available for consultation, document review, site inspections with photo documentation, expert reports, deposition, and testimony. He is available to assist at any stage of a case.