About

David Morris

David Morris, construction consultant

David Morris

Principal, D Morris Consulting

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50 years in construction. 10 years in consulting.

Affiliate of AGC, CURT, and BuildingSmart.

David Morris brings 50 years of deep construction expertise to every client engagement. With a career spanning five decades in the field and 10 years as a dedicated consultant, he offers a rare perspective that combines high-level strategy with practical, hands-on experience.

His background includes extensive work with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems, as well as specialized knowledge in Power Generation and Biotech facilities — sectors where precision and accountability are non-negotiable.

"I identify value drivers and risks that others may overlook, ensuring your deal is structured for long-term success."

Career Timeline

1970s – 1980s

Field Roots

David began his career on the job site, building deep hands-on knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems across commercial and industrial projects.

1980s – 2000s

Large-Scale Leadership

He rose to lead estimating and project management on projects valued at over $100 million each, developing a reputation for precision, accountability, and results.

2000s – 2010s

Specialized Expertise

David deepened his focus on specialized sectors — Power Generation, Biotech, Food & Beverage, Paper Mills, and Data Centers — where the stakes are highest and the margin for error is smallest.

2016 – Present

Consulting & Expert Witness

For the past 10 years, David has applied his career-long knowledge as a consultant and expert witness, serving clients in litigation, mediation, and owner representation.

Areas of Expertise

Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing (MEP)

Decades of hands-on and management experience across all MEP disciplines on commercial, industrial, and specialty projects.

Power Generation

Specialized knowledge of power plant construction, commissioning, and the unique contractual and technical challenges of the sector.

Biotech & Life Sciences

Experience with the exacting standards, cleanroom requirements, and regulatory environment of biotech facility construction.

Food & Beverage

Construction consulting for food and beverage processing facilities, including sanitary piping, process equipment, and compliance with food safety regulations.

Paper Mills

Heavy industrial experience in pulp and paper mill construction, including high-pressure steam systems, process piping, and continuous-process facility coordination.

Data Centers

Mission-critical facility expertise covering high-density power distribution, precision cooling, redundant MEP infrastructure, and Tier III/IV commissioning.

Expert Witness Testimony

Authoritative technical analysis and courtroom testimony for construction litigation — both plaintiff and defendant engagements.

Owner Representation

Acting as a professional advocate to protect scope, quality, schedule, and budget on behalf of project owners.

Estimating & Cost Management

Led estimating processes for projects exceeding $100M, with a track record of accuracy and value identification.

Professional Affiliations

AGCAssociated General Contractors of America
CURTConstruction Users Roundtable
BuildingSmartBuildingSmart International
AGC BIMForumAGC BIMForum — Best Practice Guidelines

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Bring 50 years of construction expertise to your next project or case.