Nick Barham

Based in Rimkus’ London office, Nick supports both the UK and Singapore markets while continuing to lead the technical team in Singapore.

Nick is a chartered civil and structural engineer and testifying expert witness, with over 25 years of experience in the construction industry. He started his career working on construction sites and for a multi-faceted design consultancy, before focussing on forensic engineering, dispute resolution, and expert witness work.

Nick has been involved in the forensic examination and appraisal of a wide range of civil and building technical and contractual issues and has advised lawyers, government agencies, employers, engineers, contractors, and insurers. He provides dispute resolution assistance, advice, and expertise, reporting on technical issues for submission in court proceedings and for exchange in adjudication and arbitration hearings. He takes part in mediations, settlement negotiations, and expert discussions, and has been cross examined in court and arbitration hearings. Nick is also regularly responsible for the design of new build and remedial schemes.

Nick holds an MEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering from the University of Nottingham and a Civil Expert Witness Certificate from Cardiff University Bond Solon. He is a Chartered Engineer through the Engineering Council, holds fellowship of the Institution of Str...