Forensic Civil & Structural Engineering Expert
Contact this Expert Witness
- Company: Cerci Consulting Engineers, inc.
- Phone: (754)270-8172
- Website: cercipe.com
Specialties & Experience of this Expert Witness
General Specialties:
Engineering and Structural EngineeringKeywords/Search Terms:
Forensic engineering, Construction defects, Slip and fall, Hurricane damage, Cause & origin, Expert witness, Roof failure, Cast iron drain line, Drone inspections, Trial and deposition testimony, Water intrusion, Settlement cracks, Desk review, Structural failure, Insurance litigation, Hail damage, Ceramic and Porcelain tileEducation:
B.S. in Geological Engineering, Black Sea Technical University (Karadeniz Technical University / KTU)Years in Practice:
9Number of Times Deposed/Testified in Last 4 Yrs:
15Additional Information
Selim Cerci, P.E., is a licensed Professional Engineer in Florida with extensive experience in forensic civil and structural engineering. He has performed over a thousand inspections involving roof systems (shingle, tile, metal, and flat roofs), structural components, building envelopes, wind and hail damage, hurricane-related losses, water intrusion, fire-related damage to building components, ceramic and porcelain tile failures, pool decks, cast iron drain line systems, construction defects, structural failures, and foundation or slab settlement. His forensic services include condition assessment, cause-and-origin analysis, and evaluation of slip, trip, and fall conditions involving walking surfaces, stairs, landings, and exterior pavements. Mr. Cerci has provided expert analysis and testimony in state court matters involving insurance litigation, construction defects, hurricane and storm damage, and property loss claims. His experience includes numerous depositions and trial testimony over the past decade. Before focusing on forensic engineering, Mr. Cerci's background included roof truss design and structural evaluation, which informs his current forensic opinions. He also holds an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate and performs drone inspections for areas that are unsafe or inaccessible.