Justin M. Grammer, P.E.
Director, Premises Liability and Security Practice
Background
Mr. Justin Grammer holds B.S. and M.S. degrees in Civil Engineering, is a registered professional engineer in several states, and is a licensed residential home builder in the State of Alabama. He has an extensive background in engineering design, general construction, and forensics. Mr. Grammer has provided deposition testimony in support of his technical findings and has been qualified to provide expert testimony in trial.
In the field of Premises Liability and Security, Mr. Grammer has designed, constructed, and evaluated a wide range of premises, including pedestrian walkways, for safety measures and the appropriate standard of care. Since 2017, he has conducted forensic evaluations of accidents that occurred in a variety of venues including exterior and interior locations on a premises. In the course of completing these evaluations, he has determined compliance with building codes, property maintenance codes, safety standards, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements to determine causation of incidents and the responsibilities of those involved.
As a civil/structural design engineer, Mr. Grammer’s experience included the analysis of new and existing structures and the design of the entire building system from its foundation through superstructure and roof. His design projects included residential, commercial, manufacturing, and industrial facilities. Mr. Grammer’s experience has encompassed projects with nearly every building material, including timber framing, light-gauge metal framing, aluminum, structural steel, plain, concrete, and masonry.
Mr. Grammer has been involved in general construction from the permitting stage to completion in roles ranging from tradesman to project manager. This on-site construction experience included hands-on placement and installation of building components through means and methods decision-making. As a project manager, Mr. Grammer’s responsibilities included estimating, scheduling, procurement, and project execution. His construction projects included residential, commercial, manufacturing, and industrial facilities.
Education and Certifications
- Civil Engineering, B.S.: University of Alabama (2011)
- Civil Engineering, M.S.: University of Alabama (2012)
- Registered Professional Engineer: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas
- Licensed Residential Home Builder in the State of Alabama
- Certified English XL Tribometrist
- Memberships: ASTM Committee F13 on Pedestrian/Walkway Safety and Footwear; ASTM F1637 Standard Task Group, American Society of Civil Engineers; Structural Engineers Association of Alabama
Publications
- “Confinement Houses.” Co-presenter at the Agricultural Claims Association National Conference.
- “Construction Claim Analysis Using New and Evolving Technology to Prepare Your Case.” Presenter at the Construction Industry Law Summit.
- “Roof Collapse – Causes, Modern Investigation Techniques and Technology, and Preservations of Subrogation.” Co-presenter to the National Associations of Subrogation Professionals.
- “Tornado Damage Assessment.” Presenter at the North Alabama Claims Association.
- “Design-Build Construction Pitfalls: Designer and Builder Perspectives.” Co-presenter at the Construction Industry Law Summit.