30+ Years of Construction Leadership

Independent Construction Risk Advisory & Capital Project Oversight — Principal-Led, Lender-Focused

Delivered by a senior construction executive with 30+ years of real-world project leadership. Spot risk early. Make confident funding decisions.

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Quick FAQ: What we do & who we serve

Straight answers for lenders, investors, and counsel.

What services does RFH Partners provide?

Construction Risk Advisory & Capital Project Consulting (budget review, contractor performance, progress verification, draw certifications, schedule and cost risk analysis) and Expert Witness Services (forensic reports, deposition preparation, arbitration and court testimony). All work is delivered by a senior construction executive—no junior-only teams or templated conclusions.

Who are your clients?

Financial institutions, private lenders, real estate investors, and law firms engaged in construction lending, development, or complex capital projects. Ideal clients need decisive, principal-led evaluation of budgets, contractor performance, project progress, and cost documentation to make funding or legal decisions.

Where do you operate?

Fairfield County, CT; Westchester & Putnam Counties, NY; Greater New York City Metro; Cape Cod & Southeastern Massachusetts; Greater Boston market.

Engagement & Deliverables

How we work and what you receive

What does a typical engagement look like?

We start with a targeted Project Review (desktop & document review) to scope risk. Next: onsite inspection(s), contractor/permitting verification, cost and schedule analysis, and generation of lender-focused reporting (summary findings, risk heat map, recommended draw conditions). For disputes, we add forensic analysis and expert reports. Most clients follow a short-term assignment or ongoing oversight retainer.

How quickly can you deliver initial findings?

Initial Project Review and high-level findings: typically 3–5 business days after we receive key documents. Onsite inspection and a full initial report: often within 7–14 business days depending on project size and access.

What deliverables will I get?

Clear, lender-ready deliverables tailored to your needs:

- Executive summary with actionable conclusions

- Risk matrix (high/medium/low) and top 5 funding recommendations

- Detailed cost and schedule analysis, change order review

- Draw certification checklist and supporting documentation

- Photo-documented site observations

- For disputes: sworn expert report and testimony prep materials

Can you tailor reporting to our underwriting or loan terms?

Yes. Our reporting is designed for direct integration into lender covenants, draw matrices, and approval workflows. We deliver concise snapshots for decision-makers plus detailed backup for audit or legal needs.

Pricing, Timeline & Confidentiality

Transparent models that align with your risk tolerance

How are your fees structured?

Flexible to match transaction needs:

- Fixed-scope Project Review or Initial Report (flat fee)

- Retainer for ongoing oversight and periodic site visits

- Hourly or per-day rates for expert witness services and testimony

We price engagements based on project complexity, size, and required access. Ask for a scoped proposal—most lenders find a targeted review delivers outsized decision-making value vs. cost.

What’s a realistic timeline for oversight or dispute work?

Risk reviews and draw certifications: single visit to 2–3 weeks for full initial reporting. Ongoing oversight: weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly cadence per lender requirement. Expert witness work and litigation support: timelines vary—expect multi-week forensic analysis plus additional prep time for testimony.

How do you handle confidentiality and conflicts of interest?

We operate independently for every engagement. Confidentiality is standard: mutual NDAs and strict document controls. We disclose any potential conflicts up front and will not engage where independence could be questioned.

Why RFH Partners & Next Steps

The difference that accelerates lender confidence

What makes RFH Partners different from other consulting firms?

Principal-led delivery. You get a senior construction executive with 30+ years on complex projects, not a band of juniors recycling templates. We pair practical field experience with lender-focused reporting and clear funding recommendations—so you spot material risk before capital is released.

How do I engage RFH Partners?

Three simple steps:

- Send project info (loan docs, budget, schedule, contractor agreements) via our secure intake form

- We provide a scoped proposal within 48 hours

- Upon agreement, we begin the Project Review and schedule site access

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Independent construction risk advisory led by industry veterans. Providing high-fidelity project oversight and fast, actionable insights for the modern capital market.