Ken Van Liew

Ken J. Van Liew, PE, is an expert in engineering, construction, and real estate development.. An associate director based in BRG’s New York City office, Mr. Van Liew is known for his expertise in dispute resolution, owner representation, and construction management on some of the most complex mixed-use developments and dispute resolution projects in the industry.

Mr. Van Liew has developed multiple acre mixed-use projects and high-rise residential buildings, providing firsthand construction, real estate investment and development expertise across the entire project life cycle from acquisition, due diligence, and design development through construction and commissioning. His comprehensive expertise continues to redefine industry standards in construction, real estate development, and dispute resolution.

Mr. Van Liew’s project experience spans market sectors including mission-critical, life science, healthcare, higher education, commercial, residential, and mixed-use projects. Ken’s construction experience includes ground-up, major building renovations, infrastructure, and tenant improvements. His specialized skills in testimony, risk mitigation, claims management, estimating, scheduling, project management, and quality controls make him a vital asset to clients navigating disputes and high-impact initiatives.

Mr. Van Liew holds MS degrees in real estate development from New York University and civil engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. As a licensed Professional Engineer in New York and New Jersey and a New York City Site Safety Manager, his credentials underscore his technical expertise and commitment to excellence.

Mr. Van Liew has authored articles on topics such as “Preventing Legal Issues in Construction” and “Navigating Disputes in Construction Advisory.” His ability to combine strategic oversight with technical analysis positions him as a trusted advisor on critical matters.

He demonstrates technical expertise in public/private contracting, due diligence, document review, schedule development and analysis, cost analysis, procurement negotiation, claim preparation, dispute resolution, and expert testimony. He specializes in delivering solutions for large-scale, complex, and multi-faceted mixed-use projects.

Mr. Van Liew is a sought-after dispute resolution, construction and real estate advisory expert with expertise in forensic analysis, expert testimony, and litigation support, offering services to optimize performance and reduce risk:

Dispute Resolutions Services

• Forensic delay and schedule analysis
• Productivity loss and disruption
• Standard of care evaluation
• Construction defect analysis
• Quantum and cost assessment
• Damage analysis
• Claims Management

Construction and Real Estate Advisory Services

• Owner representation
• Feasibility studies
• Market analysis
• Financial modeling
• Investment strategies
• Strategic planning
• Project Controls
• Risk management
• Program and project management
• Contracts and procurement advisory
• Performance improvement

Mr. Van Liew is a member of the American Bar Association, General Contractors Association, and the Construction Management Association of America.