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Mark Holden-Smith LLB(Hons) FCIArb MRICS PCILEX MCIOB DipAdj DipArb

Chartered Quantity Surveyor | CILEX Chartered Paralegal | Forensic Delay Analyst | Chartered Construction Manager | Expert Witness | Registered Adjudicator | Registered Arbitrator

Barrow, Lancashire
Construction Claims and Forensic Delay Analysis Expert Witness

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Professional Summary

Mark Holden-Smith LLB(Hons) FCIArb MRICS PCILEX MCIOB DipAdj DipArb is a construction claims and forensic delay analysis expert specializing in dispute resolution. With a career encompassing roles in quantity surveying, construction management, and legal analysis, he brings a multifaceted perspective to litigation work. His work centers on investigating construction claims, assessing forensic delay impacts, and evaluating whether contractual obligations have been met.

Mr. Holden-Smith has been retained in numerous expert witness and consulting engagements across the UK, involving construction claims, engineering disputes, and contract adjudications. His Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree, along with certifications such as the RICS Expert Witness Certificate, reinforce his ability to deliver objective, defensible analyses. He is regularly engaged by both plaintiff and defense counsel to provide clear, independent determinations of responsibility in disputes involving construction and engineering contracts.

Work Experience

Holden Smith Consultancy Ltd. — Managing Director | 2020–Present GWN Contracts Ltd. — Commercial Manager | 2018–2020 GWN Contracts Ltd. — Managing Director | 2015–2018 GWN Contracts Ltd. — Commercial Director | 2012–2015 GWN Contracts Ltd. — Contract Manager | 2003–2012 Medium sized Contractor — Plasterer Supervisor | 1996–2003

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Mark Holden-Smith is a specialist in construction claims and forensic delay analysis, providing expert witness services and adjudication support.

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  • 1construction dispute resolution
  • 2forensic delay analysis in construction projects
  • 3expert witness testimony in adjudications

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Education

  • Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree

  • Diploma in Senior Construction Management

  • Diploma in Higher Education in Law

  • Diploma in Construction Adjudication

  • Certificate in Higher Education in Law

  • Diploma in Arbitration (UK)

  • Level 7 BTEC in Advanced Professional Forensic Delay Analysis in Construction

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