Partner Engineering and Science

CRE Development in Uncertain Times

Despite rising costs, construction activity will continue for some time. But slowdowns in key economic and retail indicators signal caution ahead, says Bill Tryon of Partner Engineering and Science.

Bob Geiger, national client manager and principal, Partner Engineering & Science

Bracing for the Storm: The Importance of Hurricane Resiliency Standards

After 2017’s destructive hurricane season, the industry is becoming aware of the need for a standard damage assessment model, similar to ones already in place for other natural disasters.

How Are Driverless Cars Reshaping CRE?

Autonomous vehicles are expected to impact commercial real estate on several levels, from design to new development opportunities. Partner Engineering and Science’s Joe Derhake zeroed in on the extent of these effects.

Joe Derhake

The Critical Bridge Between Engineers, CRE

Engineers must combine technical and business savvy with extensive knowledge of real estate finance in order to manage the risk-return balance, optimize efficiency and resiliency or generate value from long-term investments, says Joe Derhake, who leads Partner Engineering and Science, a national environmental and engineering due diligence consulting firm.

Frank Romeo, president of Partner Engineering and Science

The Benefits of Investing in Contaminated Sites

Developing on environmentally contaminated sites might seem like a complicated investment strategy, but the high rate of return can make it worthwhile. Winefield & Associates’ Matt Winefield and Partner Engineering and Science’s Frank Romeo share their insights on how to make these projects successful.

Bill Tryon, Partner Engineering and Science

Construction Lending Risk Management

Bill Tryon, director of strategic development at Partner Engineering and Science, discusses how to use flawless budget planning and construction progress monitoring to your benefit in a cautious financial market.