Building Envelope & Construction Defects Expert

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Christopher Matthews is a highly experienced building envelope consultant with over 40 years of expertise in exterior glazing and wall systems. As President and Principal Consultant at GCI Consultants since 2002, he specializes in design, installation, water infiltration resistance, performance assessment, and hurricane readiness of building envelope systems. Key Qualifications: - Extensive consulting experience with owners, architects, engineers, insurers, and builders on hundreds of projects across 45 U.S. states, North America, and the Caribbean. - Expertise in forensic investigation and repair of existing structures with envelope performance issues. - Litigation support consultant and expert witness in disputes related to exterior wall and glazing system installation, performance, and design. - Proficient in successful design and construction of new buildings of various types. Professional Experience: - 2002-Present: GCI Consultants - President and Principal Consultant - 1985-2002: Crawford Tracey Corporation - Various leadership roles including Vice President and Branch Manager Education and Certifications: - B.S. in Business Administration (Finance) with High Honors, University of Florida - Previously Certified Building Commissioning Professional (Association of Energy Engineers) - Previously Certified EIFS Inspector (AWCI) Areas of Expertise: - Building Enclosures - Waterproofing Systems - Water Leak Investigations - Wind Damage Investigations - Hurricane-resistant design - Structural glazing systems - Facade investigations Industry Involvement: - Member of American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) - Member of International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) - Published author in industry periodicals including Glass Magazine and Construction Canada - Frequent speaker and presenter at industry conferences and professional education seminars Mr. Matthews has conducted numerous professional assignments on a wide range of building types, including office buildings, hospitals, schools, hotels, condominiums, and retail structures. His expertise covers various aspects of building envelope systems, from design and performance assessment to water infiltration resistance and hurricane readiness. With a strong background in both new construction and existing building forensics, Christopher Matthews offers comprehensive consulting services for all stages of a building's lifecycle. His combination of technical knowledge, practical experience, and litigation support capabilities makes him a valuable expert in the field of building envelope consulting.