Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of DBI Construction Consultants, LLC’s Website.

DBI Consultants is located at:

1261 Broadway, 9th Floor.

New York, New York 10001

By accessing this website, we assume you fully accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use DBI Construction Consultants, LLC’s website if you do not accept all the terms and conditions stated on this page.

The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement and Disclaimer Notice, and any or all Agreements: “Client,” “You,” and “Your” refer to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company’s terms and conditions. “The Company,” “Ourselves,” “We,” “Our” and “Us” refer to our Company. “Party,” “Parties”, or “Us” refer to both the Client and us, or either the Client or ourselves. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance, and consideration of payment necessary to undertake the process of our assistance to the Client in the most appropriate manner, whether by formal meetings of a fixed duration or any other means, for the express purpose of meeting the Client’s needs in respect of the provision of the Company’s stated services/products, in accordance with and subject to, prevailing law of. Any use of the above terminology or other words in the singular, plural, capitalization, and/or he/she or they are taken as interchangeable and, therefore, referring to the same.


Cookies

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Most modern-day interactive websites use cookies to enable us to retrieve user details for each visit. Cookies are used in some areas of our site to enable the functionality of this area and ease of use for those people visiting. Some of our affiliate/advertising partners may also use cookies.


    License

    Unless otherwise stated, DBI Construction Consultants LLC and/or it’s licensors own the intellectual property rights for all material on DBI Construction Consultants LLC. All intellectual property rights are reserved. You may view and/or print pages from https://www.dbi-cc.com for your own personal use, subject to restrictions set in these terms and conditions.

    You must not:

    1. Republish material from https://www.dbi-cc.com
    2. Sell, rent, or sub-license material from https://www.dbi-cc.com
    3. Reproduce, duplicate, or copy material from https://www.dbi-cc.com
    4. Redistribute content from DBI Construction Consultants LLC (unless content is specifically made for redistribution).


    Hyperlinking to our Content

    1. The following organizations may link to our Web site without prior written approval:
      1. Government agencies
      2. Search engines
      3. News organizations
      4. Online directory distributors, when they list us in the directory, may link to our website in the same manner as they hyperlink to the Websites of other listed businesses.
      5. Systemwide Accredited Businesses except soliciting non-profit organizations, charity shopping malls, and charity fundraising groups, which may not hyperlink to our Web site.
    2. These organizations may link to our home page, to publications, or to other Web site information so long as the link: (a) is not in any way misleading; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party’s site.
    3. We may consider and approve, in our sole discretion, other link requests from the following types of organizations:
      1. Commonly known consumer and/or business information sources such as Chambers of Commerce, American Automobile Association, AARP, and Consumers Union
      2. dot.com community sites
      3. Associations or other groups representing charities, including charity giving sites,
      4. Online directory distributors
      5. Internet portals
      6. Accounting, law, and consulting firms whose primary clients are businesses; and
      7. Educational institutions and trade associations.

    We will approve link requests from these organizations if we determine that: (a) the link would not reflect unfavorably on us or our accredited businesses (for example, trade associations or other organizations representing inherently suspect types of business, such as work-at-home opportunities, shall not be allowed to link); (b)the organization does not have an unsatisfactory record with us; (c) the benefit to us from the visibility associated with the hyperlink outweighs the absence of; and (d) where the link is in the context of general resource information or is otherwise consistent with editorial content in a newsletter or similar product furthering the mission of the organization.

    These organizations may link to our home page, to publications, or to other Website information so long as the link (a) is not in any way misleading; (b) does not falsely imply sponsorship, endorsement, or approval of the linking party and its products or services; and (c) fits within the context of the linking party’s site.

    If you are among the organizations listed in paragraph 2 above and are interested in linking to our website, you must notify us by sending an e-mail to webmaster@dbi-cc.com. Please include your name, your organization name, contact information (such as a phone number and/or e-mail address), the URL of your site, a list of any URLs from which you intend to link to our Web site, and a list of the URL(s) on our site to which you would like to link. Allow 2-3 weeks for a response.

    Approved organizations may hyperlink to our Web site as follows:

    1. By use of our corporate name; or
    2. By use of the uniform resource locator (Web address) being linked to or
    3. By use of any other description of our Web site or material being linked to that makes sense within the context and format of content on the linking party’s site.

    No use of DBI Construction Consultants LLC’s logo or other artwork will be allowed for linking absent a trademark license agreement.


    iFrames

    Without prior approval and express written permission, you may not create frames around our Web pages or use other techniques that alter in any way the visual presentation or appearance of our website.


    Reservation of Rights

    We reserve the right at any time and in its sole discretion to request that you remove all links or any link to our Web site. You agree to immediately remove all links to our Web site upon such request. We also reserve the right to amend these terms and conditions and its linking policy at any time. By continuing to link to our Web site, you agree to be bound to and abide by these linking terms and conditions.


    Removal of links from our website

    If you find any link on our Web site or any linked website objectionable for any reason, you may contact us about this. We will consider requests to remove links but will not be obligated to do so or respond directly to you.

    Whilst we endeavor to ensure that the information on this website is correct, we do not warrant its completeness or accuracy, nor do we commit to ensuring that the website remains available or that the material on the website is kept up to date.


    Content Liability

    DBI Construction Consultants shall have no responsibility or liability for any content appearing on your Web site. You agree to indemnify and defend us against all claims arising from or based on your Website. No link(s) may appear on any page on your website or within any context containing content or materials that may be interpreted as libelous, obscene, or criminal or which infringes, otherwise violates, or advocates the infringement or other violation of, any third party rights.


    Disclaimer

    To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we exclude all representations, warranties, and conditions relating to our website and the use of this website (including, without limitation, any warranties implied by law in respect of satisfactory quality, fitness for purpose, and/or the use of reasonable care and skill). Nothing in this disclaimer will:

    1. Limit or exclude our or your liability for death or personal injury resulting from negligence.
    2. Limit or exclude our or your liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
    3. Limit any of our or your liabilities in any way that is not permitted under applicable law or
    4. Exclude any of our or your liabilities that may not be excluded under applicable law.

    The limitations and exclusions of liability set out in this Section and elsewhere in this disclaimer (a) are subject to the preceding paragraph and (b) govern all liabilities arising under the disclaimer or in relation to the subject matter of this disclaimer, including liabilities arising in contract, in tort (including negligence) and for breach of statutory duty.

    To the extent that the website and the information and services on the website are provided free of charge, we will not be liable for any loss or damage of any nature.

    People

    Atlanta, GA

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    People

    Chicago, IL

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    nc@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-343-8739

    Tim Grahn

    Director, Chicago Branch Manager

    tg@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-561-6426

    People

    Dallas, TX

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    bh@dbi-cc.com

    T 469-213-2151

    M 817-980-8062

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    bh@dbi-cc.com

    T 469-213-2151

    M 817-980-8062

    People

    Denver, CO

    Zachary Peltier

    Director, Mountain Region Leader

    zyp@dbi-cc.com

    T 720-580-3843

    M 719-338-1316

    Zachary Peltier

    Director, Mountain Region Leader

    zyp@dbi-cc.com

    T 720-580-3843

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    People

    Detroit, MI

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    nc@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-343-8739

    Matthew T. Erndt

    Director, Detroit Branch Manager

    mte@dbi-cc.com

    T 646-902-9789

    M 313-952-8438

    People

    Los Angeles, CA

    Michael Vandeveer

    Partner, Managing Director & West Region Leader

    mv@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    Tim Donahue

    Senior Project Manager II

    td@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    M 908-240-1323

    People

    Miami, Florida

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    gc@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 305-505-1120

    Christian Scherf

    Director, Marine Practice Leader & Miami Branch Manager

    cs@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 954-789-1817

    People

    New York, NY

    Nicholas J. Bencivenga

    Partner, Managing Director & Northeast Region Leader

    nb@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    Nicholas J. Bencivenga

    Partner, Managing Director & Northeast Region Leader

    nb@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    People

    Orlando, FL

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    gc@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 305-505-1120

    Primitivo Suarez

    Director, Orlando Branch Manager

    ps@dbi-cc.com

    T 407-743-0286

    M 323-855-4781

    People

    Philadelphia, PA

    Nicholas J. Bencivenga

    Partner, Managing Director & Northeast Region Leader

    nb@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    Timothy Lorio

    Senior Project Manager I, Philadelphia Branch Manager

    tl@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    M 215-478-2712

    People

    Boston, MA

    Nicholas J. Bencivenga

    Partner, Managing Director & Northeast Region Leader

    nb@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    People

    Houston, TX

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    bh@dbi-cc.com

    T 469-213-2151

    M 817-980-8062

    People

    Las Vegas, NV

    Zachary Peltier

    Director, Mountain Region Leader

    zyp@dbi-cc.com

    T 720-580-3843

    M 719-338-1316

    People

    Charleston, SC

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    gc@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 305-505-1120

    Arnold Andrews

    Director, Charleston Branch Manager

    ada@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    M 843-200-6913

    People

    Memphis, TN

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    People

    Minneapolis, MN

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    nc@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-343-8739

    People

    Nashville, TN

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    People

    New Orleans, LA

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    gc@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 305-505-1120

    Brent Benoit

    Director, New Orleans Branch Manager

    btb@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    M 504-400-3674

    People

    Panama City, FL

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    gc@dbi-cc.com

    T 305-397-8272

    M 305-505-1120

    People

    Pittsburgh, PA

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    nc@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-343-8739

    People

    Sacramento, CA

    Michael Vandeveer

    Partner, Managing Director & West Region Leader

    mv@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    People

    Wichita, KS

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    bh@dbi-cc.com

    T 469-213-2151

    M 817-980-8062

    People

    Spokane, WA

    Michael Vandeveer

    Partner, Managing Director & West Region Leader

    mv@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    People

    San Antonio, TX

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    bh@dbi-cc.com

    T 469-213-2151

    M 817-980-8062

    Scott Leggitt

    Senior Director, San Antonio Branch Manager

    sal@dbi-cc.com

    T 212-533-1200

    M 830-355-8068

    People

    Indianapolis, IN

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    nc@dbi-cc.com

    T 773-887-9083

    M 847-343-8739

    People

    Virginia Beach, VA

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    People

    Charlotte, NC

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    gh@dbi-cc.com

    T 404-267-1482

    M 404-360-3862

    Michael Vandeveer

    Partner, Managing Director & West Region Leader

    As Managing Director, Michael is critical to the execution of our work, overseeing the perpetually moving pieces of our projects and teams company-wide. He leads by example, always with an eye toward building a positive culture and motivating our offices and people to excel.

    Michael’s 25 years in the industry lands him at the intersection of the insurance and construction worlds. He has worked on all levels of property loss matters in a wide array of industries, including manufacturing, educational, hospitality, and habitational.

    Michael’s experience in working on complex commercial claims both as a building consultant and as a former National General Adjuster gives him unique insight into the needs of all parties. With his extensive expertise in managing a network of teams, concurrent complex projects, as well as coordinating and overseeing work during high-volume CAT events, Michael ensures that DBI delivers a premier experience for both our people and our clients.

    Alex Berg

    Partner, Director of Finance & Operations

    Alex has been a key contributor to DBI’s growth through his operational expertise, financial acumen, and unwavering support for our people, empowering them to deliver top-notch solutions that meet clients’ needs. For over a decade, he has tackled complex operational tasks, developed new systems, managed team members, and provided invaluable financial oversight, all of which have been instrumental in driving DBI’s success.

    In his dual role at DBI, Alex assumes responsibility for a broad range of crucial operational and financial functions, including special initiatives that require additional attention to ensure their successful completion. During his tenure, Alex has spearheaded a comprehensive overhaul of DBI's business policies and procedures, without sacrificing the positive employee experience that has long been synonymous with the DBI brand.

    Alex’s expertise in navigating complex problems and delivering the necessary results has earned him a reputation for providing exceptional service to both employees and clients alike.

    Nicholas Costello

    Partner, Midwest Region Leader

    With characteristic drive, vision and energy, Nick has not only grown our Chicago office but expanded DBI’s presence and reputation throughout the entire Midwest Region. Nick’s team spirit and values, coupled with his keen eye for identifying talent and new strategic opportunities, keeps morale high and team members empowered to strive for excellence.

    With over 20 years in the industry, complex projects are Nick’s specialty. His general contracting and restoration background provides insider experience that’s key in resolving issues and understanding the unique processes and challenges of this sector. When it comes to strategizing approach and overseeing the myriad details, scheduling, and multi-player teams that comprise all large and intricate jobs, Nick is absolutely in his element.

    Recent projects include Avondale Marine, a 260-acre shipyard with over 90 existing structures, and Host Hotels, a vast portfolio of resorts and hotels impacted by Hurricane Ian.

    Giles Harper

    Partner, Mid-Atlantic Region Leader

    As Mid-Atlantic Region Leader, Giles’s direction and vision continues to push DBI to new heights. In addition to his commitment to the success of DBI's Mid-Atlantic region, Giles is also steadfast in developing a culture of excellence throughout our organization. As an experienced construction industry leader, Giles is passionate about cultivating talent, strengthening our team, and upholding the highest quality standards throughout our operations.

    With decades of experience in construction consulting, Giles brings to DBI a wealth of knowledge and proficiency. He specializes in large, complex losses affecting industrial, municipal, agricultural and habitational structures and has been instrumental in the successful resolution of claims and investigations involving numerous building types and occupancies. Giles’s expertise is in demand around the world, with projects completed throughout North America, Latin America, and Europe.

    Additionally, Giles has also consulted on numerous historic preservation, builder’s risk, and schedule and delay analysis claims for leading insurance carriers. His recent project work includes several large portfolios of municipal reinsurance risk pool claims throughout Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Ohio.

    Bryan Heikkinen

    Partner, South Region Leader

    As the leader of DBI’s South Region, Bryan’s precision, attention to detail and hands-on oversight of our offices and training talent inspires loyalty and dedication from our teams and ensures the entire operation continues to grow and thrive.

    A third-generation member of a construction family, Bryan has diversified his acumen in the world of the high-tech industry, focusing on financial analysis and working with the complex sectors of new product engineering/development, service, and manufacturing. He has a keen ability to break down outsized projects into manageable functions across the entire ecosystem of the consulting industry. In addition, Bryan is passionate about his work in litigation, providing expert testimonials with jury trial experience.

    Bryan’s project work includes, but is not limited to: World Trade Center, Biolab chlorine chemical manufacturing plant, Nidec manufacturing plants, HCA Hospitals, Six Flags Over Texas, MLB Stadiums in Texas, and Hood Industries.

    Nicholas J. Bencivenga

    Partner, Managing Director & Northeast Region Leader

    Nicholas is at the center of all of DBI’s daily operations, overseeing teams and practices in our offices nationwide, mobilizing units during high-volume CAT seasons, equipment and drones in the field, and ensuring every client is matched with the DBI team best suited for the unique demands of their project. Nicholas’s work, in-house and on the ground, keeps everything running and provides a first-rate experience for our people and our clients.

    Nicholas brings that same commitment and attention to detail to DBI’s large, complex assignments. He excels in coordinating and leading massive teams, overseeing multiple structures and locations, large submitted claim values, complex repair methodologies and costs while guiding our clients throughout the process with constant, clear briefings.

    Nicholas’s project work includes, but is not limited to: Phoenix School Districts, St. Landry Parish in Louisiana, PMRC Apartments, Stolthaven New Orleans, and Schott.

    Tomer Saar

    Managing Partner

    Tomer’s vision and innovation keep DBI on the cutting edge: in how we evolve technology and reporting for our clients, and in growing our company culture, always with human interest at the center. His ability to see from both big-picture and granular points of view, paired with a passion for what’s possible, drives DBI forward, within our offices and on every project we undertake.

    Tomer specializes in Builder’s Risk and international, large-scale industrial projects, handling the multifaceted demands of each assignment. His strategic thinking and deftness in stabilizing active construction while limiting delay and costs, combined with the know-how to present analysis in a way that gives clients command over each project has been an invaluable asset to DBI and those we serve.

    His notable past projects include 3M Precision Grinding in Austria, Goldman Sachs, Six Flags New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina, and feasibility studies for large-scale infrastructure, code compliance, and structural upgrades.

    Lori Ann Franek

    Partner, Director of Business Development

    Lori Ann is the creator and driving force of our business development practice, cultivating our current client base and markets while ushering DBI into new territories. She’s the bridge between DBI and everyone we serve, implementing our company culture and standards to ensure exceptional collaboration on every project. Lori Ann’s vision for growth keeps authenticity at its core: whether launching a new team, client event or cross-country expansion, she makes sure our values are always reflected, at every level.

    For the past 16 years, Lori Ann has been developing client bases throughout the construction, architecture, and insurance industries both nationally and abroad. She is relied upon by industry leaders for her guidance and expertise. Lori Ann’s innate understanding of the demands and pace of complex assignments, coupled with her empathic approach, industry awareness and active project engagement keeps DBI at the forefront of our field.

    Dennis Di Millo

    President

    Dennis has been instrumental in making DBI a leader in the field: continually driving strategic growth and developing bold, fresh approaches to best serve and empower our clients. His deep knowledge of the construction and insurance industries and dedication to strengthening industry standards have laid the foundation for the uncompromising quality that is DBI’s hallmark.

    With 30+ years of experience in the business, Dennis is in demand to present and share his wealth of expertise. His erudition in the complex areas of litigation and appraisals has made him a highly regarded, court-qualified expert witness, continually relied upon to provide depositions, legal reports and testimony in intricate claim disputes.

    Dennis has consulted on over 3,000 projects in the United States, United Kingdom, the Caribbean, and the Middle East, including Marriott Resort Properties, Ritz-Carlton Dorado, Dallas Independent School District, the Address Hotel in Dubai, and an extensive portfolio of projects for NYU.

    Constantine G. Cois

    Partner, Southeast Region Leader

    Constantine is vital to DBI’s growth. He spearheaded our expansion beyond our flagship location and currently oversees our entire Southeast region. In addition to broadening our physical presence and influence, Constantine is dedicated to cultivating DBI internally, developing our client base, continually working to strengthen our team and uphold DBI’s high-quality standards throughout our offices and operations.

    With 20 years of experience in the insurance and construction industries, Constantine has a deep understanding of the many moving parts of large-scale construction, and specializes in Builder’s Risk and complex industrial projects. He’s also well-known and trusted in the industry for litigation and appraisals, where he’s often relied upon to create expert reports and give depositions. Having been recognized by both parties for his objectivity across the board, Constantine is also in frequent demand as an umpire.

    Constantine's prior projects include Louisiana Sugar Refinery, Deauville Hotel Litigation, and Jackson Health West Medical Center.

    Zachary Peltier

    Director & Mountain Region Leader

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