Denis Cronin has over 20 years of construction experience on global projects as a dedicated Quantity Surveyor with a passion for delivering excellence in every project he undertakes. His expertise lies at the intersection of construction management, contract law, and dispute resolution, making him a valuable asset to any team. Denis has worked with general contractors, specialist subcontractors, and consultancies across a diverse array of industries. From infrastructure projects including bridges, to commercial and institutional developments, healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and residential complexes of varying scales and complexities, his experience is vast and comprehensive.
His approach is rooted in a commitment to excellence and a meticulous attention to detail. He leverages diverse technical and analytical skills, honed over years of real-world experience, to provide unparalleled insights and solutions to the challenges faced by owners, developers, and contractors alike. Denis thrives in dynamic environments and am well-versed in navigating formal dispute processes such as mediation, arbitration, and adjudication. His goal is always to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
- Lead the Project Advisory and Dispute Resolution team with regards to the commercial aspects under a global leader of software, data solutions and technology-enabled expert services for the commercial real estate industry. Responsible for gaining and maintaining sustainable growth for the team and manage the day-to-day aspects and responsibilities.
- Responsible for managing and undertaking assessment and analysis of claims with a wide range of varying specialties involving the construction and real estate industry.
- Denis has provided Independent Certifier decisions on a major infrastructure rail project in Ontario.
- Denis provided a quantum claims analysis for a $140M COVID-19 claim, including loss of productivity, on major highway project in Ontario.
- Denis provided lead dispute management support post Contract for a major healthcare infrastructure project. The role was to manage and track the claims and disputed matters and try to bring each matter to a resolution by providing an independent review, analysis and opinion of the matters in dispute.
- Lead testifying Expert on commercial and quantum disputes and has provided multiple expert reports in various arbitration, mediation, and litigation settings.
- Served as Commercial Manager at a leading subcontract expert in specialist high end modular design and construction in the food, data and pharmaceutical industries. Developed Estimating and Quotation Platforms/Systems which increased output in value of quotations and doubled revenue in the first two years.
- Served as leading Senior Quantity Surveyor managing multiple contracts for General Contractors in the Middle East and the UK, responsible for the commercial, contractual and financial aspects of the projects working in a team environment. Most notably:
- Microsoft Data Centre, Dublin – Data – $4.5m, Mar 2017 – Jan 2018
- Halliburton Saihat Expansion, KSA – Industrial/Commercial – $30m, Nov 2013 – May 2015
- Building Schools for Future, Liverpool – Educational – $40m – Jun 2011 – Oct 2013
- Childwall Partnership, Liverpool – Healthcare – $10m – Jul 2010 – Mar 2012
Education
- Robert Gordon University
Aberdeen (UK)
LLM Construction Law & Adjudication (Merit) - John Moore University Liverpool
BSc. Quantity Surveying (Hons
Licenses/Certifications
- National Diploma in Construction Economics (CIT)
- National Certificate in Construction Studies (CIT)
Affiliations
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Enrolled Membership
- Member of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb)
Languages
English