Project Development International is a full service consultancy providing Innovative and Effective management services for the construction industry

JAMES E. LALUMIERE President

EXPERIENCE: Currently responsible for analysis and preparation, negotiation, mediation and resolution of construction claims for projects of major concern nationally and internationally. Published author of several articles on Construction Claims Prevention. Accepted as Expert Witness in Texas, Florida, New Jersey, and Massachusetts courts with specific emphasis on Delay, Disruption, and Acceleration related damages. Currently providing dispute resolution services and contract review services for major municipalities including the Cities of Miami, FL and Houston, TX. Prequalified Dispute Review Board Chairperson - Boston’s Central Artery Project.

Founded and directly managed all operations of a construction management consulting firm specializing in providing management support, engineering and estimating services to a wide cross section of the construction industry. Extensive knowledge of project planning and scheduling techniques, particularly in the use of CPM systems.

Founded and directed every operation of a construction materials testing laboratory providing inspection and testing services to the construction industry.

Extensive "hands on" experience in large commercial construction as a Project Manager, Technical Supervisor, and Field Engineer for twenty (20) years. Focus of experience is wide ranging: water and wastewater process facilities, bridges, dams, highways, transportation systems, schools, manufacturing facilities, condominium and housing complexes, as well as high and low-rise commercial buildings.

EDUCATION:

University of New Hampshire B.A. Psychology/Sociology Cornell University College of Engineering Florida Metropolitan University Masters Degree Business Administration

PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION:

Licensed Certified General Contractor State of Florida - CGC031713

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS:

American Concrete Institute American Arbitration Association Commercial Arbitration Panel Construction Mediation Panel American Association of Cost Engineers American Bar Association - Dispute Resolution Section Construction Industry Forum The Bretton Woods Committee