Construction projects and real estate investments come with complex questions about risk, costs, property conditions, project progress, and long-term asset performance. CCDI provides nationwide construction consulting and risk management services designed to give lenders, owners, investors, developers, financial institutions, and public agencies the information and oversight they need to make informed decisions.
Explore answers to frequently asked questions about construction risk management, Property Condition Assessments, draw inspections, owner’s representation, construction consulting, and other CCDI services.
CCDI is a nationwide construction consulting and risk management firm providing independent expertise throughout the real estate and construction lifecycle.
Our services include Commercial Real Estate Risk Reduction, Residential Risk Reduction, Construction Consulting, and Local, State and Federal Consulting. Depending on the project, CCDI services may include Facility Condition Assessments, plan and cost reviews, draw inspections, site observations, construction management, owner’s representation, project planning and management, cost to replace and repair, engineer and design plans, contract administration, 3D laser imaging, and other specialized services.
Our goal is not simply to produce reports. We provide the insight clients need to identify risk, prioritize action, protect capital, and support successful project outcomes.
CCDI works with lenders, financial institutions, property owners, investors, developers, asset managers, government agencies, and other organizations involved in construction and commercial real estate.
Because each stakeholder has different priorities, CCDI tailors its services to the risks, reporting requirements, and objectives associated with the project or portfolio.
Yes. CCDI provides commercial and residential real estate construction management, construction consulting, inspections, and risk reduction services nationwide.
This nationwide reach allows organizations with projects or properties in multiple markets to work with a consistent construction risk management partner across their portfolios.
CCDI works across multifamily, retail, industrial, special purpose, office, land development, residential, industrial, medical, retail, and other asset classes. Our experience, commercial real estate construction data, and nationwide delivery allows us to support everything from individual construction projects and property evaluations and lender and investment group to complex developments and multi-property portfolios.
CCDI brings more than 25 years of industry experience to construction consulting and risk management. Our in-house team has more than 100 years of combined active construction experience, with 25 years of curated construction data, has completed more than 50,000 site inspections, and supports $3.2 Billion in assets under risk management.
Construction risk management is the process of identifying, evaluating, monitoring, and addressing risks that could affect a construction project’s budget, schedule, quality, financing, or successful completion.
Common construction risks include cost overruns, delays, incomplete work, unforeseen site conditions, material price fluctuations, scope changes, and discrepancies between reported and actual construction progress.
An experienced construction risk management consultant provides independent information and oversight so stakeholders can identify potential problems earlier and make more informed decisions.
Construction risk management helps lenders independently verify project information before and during the deployment of capital.
Services such as plan and cost reviews and construction draw inspections can help financial institutions evaluate whether project budgets are reasonable, verify completed work, monitor progress, and identify issues that could affect loan performance.
A construction risk consultant can provide value before construction begins and remain involved from preconstruction through project closeout.
Early involvement can provide insight into project feasibility, plans, budgets, contracts, and potential risks before significant capital is committed. Continued oversight during construction helps stakeholders monitor progress and respond to emerging issues.
Construction risk management focuses on identifying, evaluating, and mitigating risks, while construction management focuses more broadly on planning, coordinating, and overseeing the execution of a construction project.
Depending on the engagement, CCDI may provide services in both areas. The appropriate scope depends on the client’s role, project requirements, and level of oversight needed.
Yes. CCDI can customize our reporting to meet your requirements.
A Property Condition Assessment (PCA) is a comprehensive evaluation of a commercial property’s physical condition used to support real estate due diligence and capital planning.
A PCA typically combines document review with an on-site assessment of major building systems and components. Findings are documented in a Property Condition Report that identifies observed deficiencies, deferred maintenance, potential risks, and anticipated capital needs.
A PCA may evaluate roofing, facades, structural components, HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, fire protection systems, elevators, site improvements, landscaping, and other major components of a commercial property.
The assessment can also identify deferred maintenance and conditions that may warrant further investigation or specialized evaluation.
No. A Property Condition Assessment is generally broader and more structured than a basic building inspection.
A PCA is designed to support commercial real estate due diligence and typically evaluates major building systems, deferred maintenance, physical deficiencies, and anticipated capital expenditures. The resulting report gives lenders, owners, investors, and asset managers a more comprehensive view of the property’s physical condition and potential future needs.
Yes. CCDI performs Property Condition Assessments in accordance with ASTM E2018 standards.
ASTM E2018 establishes a recognized framework for evaluating the physical condition of commercial real estate and reporting observed deficiencies as part of the due diligence process.
A PCA supports capital planning by identifying current deficiencies and anticipated repair or replacement needs that can affect an asset over time.
Rather than treating the assessment as a static report, CCDI can help clients use property condition data to prioritize immediate needs, anticipate future expenditures, improve budgeting accuracy, preserve assets, and develop a trackable capital improvement roadmap.
The timeline of a Property Condition Assessment depends on the size, scale, and scope of the PCA. Typical turnaround times range from around 10 business days depending on availability to access the property. It can take longer if we are providing comprehensive PCAs on multiple facilities across multiple states.
The cost of a Property Condition Assessment from CCDI depends on the scale and scope. Please reach out to Allan Henderson, our EVP for Commercial Operations for an exact quote.
The information we need to perform a Property Condition Assessment is determined in an initial call where we learn about your requirements to determine what information we need.
A construction draw inspection is an independent on-site review used to verify construction progress before funds associated with a draw request are released.
During the inspection, completed work is observed and documented so the lender can compare actual construction progress with the requested disbursement.
Lenders use independent draw inspection companies to obtain objective information about construction progress before making funding decisions.
Independent verification reduces reliance on contractor or borrower representations alone and provides lenders with consistent documentation, photographs, and progress information throughout construction.
A construction draw inspection report typically documents observed construction progress, completed work, relevant project milestones, and supporting photographs.
The exact contents and reporting requirements can vary based on the lender, project, and scope of the engagement.
CCDI routinely conducts an inspection and delivers a report within 5-7 business days of receiving a pay application.
Yes. CCDI is a national commercial real estate reduction service provider.
A construction plan and cost review is an independent evaluation of project plans, specifications, budgets, and related documentation designed to identify potential risks before or during construction.
The review can help lenders and other stakeholders assess whether project costs appear reasonable, identify inconsistencies or gaps, and better understand risks that could contribute to budget overruns or delays.
A plan and cost review is most valuable before significant construction funding is released.
Conducting the review early gives stakeholders an opportunity to identify potential budget, scope, documentation, or constructability concerns before those issues become more difficult or expensive to address during construction.
Construction cost reviews can identify potential budget risks before they contribute to overruns, although no review can eliminate every construction risk.
Independent analysis can uncover unrealistic allowances, missing scope, pricing discrepancies, inadequate contingencies, and other issues that may affect the overall project budget.
An owner’s representative is a construction professional who acts on behalf of the property owner throughout the planning, design, construction, and closeout process.
The owner’s representative provides independent oversight and keeps the owner’s objectives at the center of project decisions. Services may include project planning, budget oversight, procurement support, design coordination, construction monitoring, quality reviews, risk management, and project closeout support.
An owner’s representative advocates for the owner, while a general contractor is responsible for performing and managing the construction work defined by its contract.
The owner’s rep provides an independent layer of oversight across the project, helping the owner monitor budgets, schedules, quality, communication, and risk.
An owner’s representative can be valuable from the earliest stages of project planning.
Bringing an owner’s rep into the project early allows that professional to support feasibility, budgeting, procurement, design coordination, constructability, and risk identification before construction begins. An owner’s representative can then continue supporting the owner through construction and closeout.
CCDI prefers to be brought in during preconstuction activities, but we can take over while a project is underway.
CCDI routinely works alongside and collaborates with an owner’s existing architect, engineer, and general contractor.
CCDI helps commercial real estate stakeholders understand physical conditions, identify risks, prioritize capital needs, and support execution of repairs and improvements.
Our approach connects assessment with long-term planning. Instead of simply identifying what is wrong with a property, we help clients determine what needs attention, how priorities should be organized, and how identified capital improvements can move toward execution.
Yes. CCDI can help transform property and facility condition information into a prioritized, trackable capital improvement roadmap.
Depending on the engagement, support can extend from assessment and capital planning into engineering scopes, design coordination, bid packages, RFP development, contractor solicitation, bid analysis, budget and schedule review, and construction oversight.
Deferred maintenance is repair or maintenance work that has been postponed beyond the time it would normally be performed.
For commercial real estate owners and investors, accumulated deferred maintenance can increase operating risk, lead to larger future capital expenditures, disrupt operations, and affect long-term asset performance. Identifying these needs is an important part of property assessment and capital planning.
Yes, CCDI has extensive experience providing portfolio-level assessments across multiple properties in different states.
Yes. CCDI will prioritize capital improvements across all the facilities.
CCDI provides nationwide residential draw inspections, site observation reports, and post-disaster reports to support residential construction lending and risk management.
Residential draw inspections independently verify completed construction work so lenders have current information to support construction loan disbursement decisions.
CCDI’s residential draw inspection services are designed primarily to support lenders and financial institutions involved in residential construction lending.
The inspection process also benefits builders and borrowers by providing consistent, timely documentation that can help keep construction funding and project progress moving.
CCDI does not inspect individual homes for homebuyers.
Yes. CCDI provides construction consulting services for local, state, and federal agencies.
Services include construction engineering inspections, construction administration, project planning and management, Property Condition Assessments, 3D laser imaging, and design and drafting solutions.
CCDI can support any public-sector projects.
We currently support county housing authorities, and Florida universities with capital replacement and renewal projects. CCDI is a General Services Administration Multiple Award Schedule Contract Holder.
Working with CCDI begins with an initial consultation to understand the client’s goals, project requirements, scope, and risk considerations.
From there, CCDI can establish the appropriate engagement, reporting requirements, inspection or consulting protocols, and project execution plan based on the client’s needs.
Once we have finalized an agreement and scope of work, CCDI will assign you a project manager and project coordinator who will stay with you throughout the project duration.
CCDI combines nationwide capabilities with decades of hands-on construction experience and a broader approach to construction risk reduction.
Our work is designed to extend beyond individual inspections or reports. We help clients understand the information those services uncover, prioritize risks and capital needs, and move toward actionable solutions.
With more than 25 years of experience, more than 50,000 completed site inspections, and an in-house team with more than 100 years of combined active construction experience, CCDI brings real-world construction knowledge to every engagement.
Construction risk management can take many forms, from evaluating a property before an acquisition to monitoring construction progress, protecting a lender’s capital, planning facility improvements, or representing an owner throughout a complex project.
In short, CCDI provides nationwide construction consulting and risk management expertise that helps clients identify risks, understand project and property conditions, prioritize action, and make informed decisions.
Have a question we didn’t answer here? Contact the CCDI team to discuss your project, property, portfolio, or construction risk management needs and learn how our experience can support your next step.
Patrick brings extensive experience in the commercial real estate sector, having worked with leading organizations such as Bank of America, Ally Financial Group, and JLL. His background also includes leadership in high-growth startups, where he honed his skills in operations, efficiency, and strategic execution.
With his expertise in managing complex real estate portfolios and leading multidisciplinary teams, Patrick will help CCDI’s clients optimize projects, streamline processes, and implement innovative, cost-saving solutions tailored to their needs.
Before entering the corporate world, Patrick served our country for 26 years as a U.S. Navy Captain. His military career exemplifies leadership, discipline, and a commitment to excellence – values that align perfectly with CCDI’s mission.
As Co-Owner, COO, and CFO of U.S. MRI, she scaled the company from 1 to 5 locations, grew the team from 12 to 115 employees, and increased the company’s value by 775%, culminating in a private equity-backed acquisition. With senior finance roles at Koch Industries, Newell Brands, and Danaher Corporation, Michelle drove innovation, optimized profitability, and delivered strategic insights across global operations.
Her expertise in financial analysis, planning, and operations across various industries positions her to refine our financial strategies, improve resource allocation, and provide meaningful insights that benefit our clients and partners. Her leadership will ensure we continue to deliver tailored solutions and exceptional value to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
Becky Booth is a seasoned Director and Senior Project Manager at CCDI Inc., with over 20 years of experience in construction, construction management, and design across residential, commercial, industrial, and retail sectors nationwide. She has successfully overseen hundreds of projects from initial concept to completion, demonstrating expertise in constructability and cost management. Her diverse skill set includes project analysis, permitting, contract management, and field inspections, making her a versatile and trusted consultant. With a strong background in both project management and design, Becky excels in delivering high-quality, complex projects on time and within budget.
Allan Henderson is the Executive Vice President of CRE National Operations at CCDI LLC, a national construction consulting firm. With over 20 years of experience in construction management, development, and forensic analysis, he has overseen projects across residential, commercial, industrial, and medical sectors. Allan has successfully led hundreds of projects from inception to completion, mitigating risk for clients nationwide and in the Caribbean. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in U.S. History from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.
John Taft is the CEO of CCDI, LLC, a national commercial real estate risk mitigation and construction consulting firm. With over 25 years of industry expertise, CCDI provides services such as commercial draw inspections, plan and cost reviews, project planning and management, contract administration, property condition assessments, 3D laser imaging, electrical and engineering analysis.
Prior to CCDI, John spent 5.5 years (2018-2024) at Deloitte. A retired U.S. Army Special Forces Colonel, he served 27 years, earning four Bronze Star Medals for combat deployments in Operation IRAQI FREEDOM.
John earned an Executive MBA from NYU Stern in 2022 and brings a strategic, results-driven approach to CCDI, aligning financial oversight and risk management solutions with the needs of commercial lenders, private equity firms, and institutional investors. His transition to the private sector reflects his continued commitment to mission success, now applied to optimizing risk management and consulting within the commercial real estate sector.
At CCDI, we prioritize your success with tailored solutions designed to meet the unique needs of your project. Our focus on risk mitigation safeguards your investments, while our proven track record ensures lender confidence. With SOC2-compliant software, we provide a secure platform you can trust, making CCDI your reliable partner in achieving project excellence.