guiding your real estate development project
Shinberg Consulting assists clients in the development of commercial real estate, preventing unexpected challenges, navigating zoning boards, ensuring ADA compliance, and much more.
Past and current projects include hotels, office buildings, banks, luxury homes, and waterfront properties. Landmark buildings in Portland, ME include Intermed, Press Hotel, Hyatt Place Portland Old Port. Visit our Projects page for details.
We are deeply familiar with the complicated processes of obtaining approvals from planning boards, zoning changes, engaging general contractors, complying with building and fire codes, and ensuring the proper planning and installation of complicated construction elements.
Each project comes with unique and shifting needs. Our expertise helps to foresee and prevent issues that would otherwise delay completion, ensuring that your project is on time and on budget.
Residential Real Estate Development
Shinberg Consulting provides expert residential Owner's Representative services, guiding homeowners through the complexities of residential construction and renovation projects. From initial design to final walkthrough, we help our clients manage every step of the process, ensuring that timelines are met and budgets are maintained.
Our understanding of local building codes, zoning requirements, contractor coordination, and material sourcing ensures smooth project execution. Whether it’s a custom home or a major renovation, Shinberg Consulting works closely with homeowners to navigate challenges, maintain quality and deliver a finished product that exceeds expectations.
Legal Umpire FOR CONSTRUCTION DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Shinberg Consulting provides construction dispute resolution services in Portland, Maine and throughout Southern Maine and New England. Our legal umpire and fact-finding services enable the parties to move forward.
Founder Greg Shinberg’s background as a custom home builder, a lawyer, and a commercial real estate developer provides unique expertise to resolve construction disputes.
expert witness in construction disputes & Real Estate disputes
Two decades of experience in project management, fifteen years as a custom builder, and a law degree combine for unique facility to aid in resolving real estate and construction disputes.
As expert witness, Greg reviews depositions, evaluates the quality of work, verifies appropriate timelines for construction, and recreates pricing for disputes, among other related needs.
Greg Shinberg is a licensed non-practicing attorney registered in Maine.
How we help
Oversight of the design professionals and contractors during the construction process
Review and manage change orders to maintain the highest value and lowest cost
Identify potential errors before costs are incurred
Maximize usable square footage on your property and inside your building
Coordinate all arms of the team to ensure processes fit together seamlessly.
Expert witness in construction disputes
Assess the viability of new projects
Evaluate the site or existing property for most effective use
Oversee the bid process
Planning Board approval process guidance
Create a sound asset management plan
Negotiate with utility companies for infrastructure improvements
Review plans and improve them for viability and marketability
Ensure compliance with local and state codes and ordinances.