Over the past 22 years, Alan has prepared independent reports, provided expert opinion, and been cross-examined at tribunals, as well as giving evidence at adjudication hearings. He has been appointed as an expert across a variety of sectors, notably Science & Research, PFI Hospitals, Commercial Offices, Hotels/Hospitality and Food Processing.
Alongside his expert appointments, he provides advisory services on mechanical and electrical systems across these sectors and a broad international footprint.
His clients include sovereign wealth funds, real estate companies, property managers, developers, investors, and government bodies, delivering services including:
- Design Feasibility studies
- Technical Due Diligence for sale or acquisition
- ESG and Asset Improvement Plans
- Peer Review of MEP designs through all RIBA Design Stages
- Contractor compliance with Employer’s Requirements
- Testing and Commissioning of specialist MEP equipment
- Defect Resolution
Professional Achievements
- Over 35 years of international experience in construction MEP engineering, grounded in a strong specialist contracting background
- Senior Partner and Joint Head of Technical, widely recognised as a leading MEP expert with particular expertise in refrigerant‑based heating and cooling systems and associated hydraulic networks
- Testifying Expert with experience in giving oral evidence in domestic tribunals, adjudications and mediation proceedings
- Appointed MEP Expert on major domestic and international projects including Science & Research facilities, Data Centres, Commercial Offices, Pharmaceutical facilities, Hotels, Airports, Industrial Processing Plants, and Food Production & Storage facilities
- Advisor in high‑value negotiations, contributing to multiple amicable settlements across the UK, Europe, Asia and North America
- Trusted by leading law firms, Sovereign Wealth Funds, Real Estate Companies, Property Managers, Developers, Investors and Government to provide independent expert opinion on complex MEP engineering systems
- Recognised for clear, coherent and robust analysis, consistently praised by law firms and clients alike