Chris Payne has 38 years of experience in construction management and design, performing a wide variety of services including construction project management, inspection, CPM scheduling, and cost estimating. He has specialized experience in the resolution of construction disputes to include analysis of delays and expert testimony, both nationally and internationally. Chris began his career as a structural engineer performing bridge design and consults on a variety of building and transportation programs, providing direct client coordination and strategic advice. He often provides specialized analyses of project performance and regularly testifies as an expert witness.
As President and Chief Executive Officer of MBP, Chris focuses on long-term strategic goals, growing the firm’s market share, and meeting the needs of clients in a continually evolving industry. He has been an active member of the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) since 1999 and was inducted into CMAA’s College of Fellows in 2020. From 2017-2018 he served as Chair of the CMAA National Board of Directors.
Education
ME, Civil Engineering, University of Virginia
BS, Civil Engineering, University of Virginia
Insights by Chris
Reflections from CMAA Focus25: Why People and Relationships Still Drive Our Industry Forward
Is the Owner the Problem? Four Ways Owners Can Help Drive Project Success
From Ideas to Impact: Key Takeaways from MBP’s Annual Innovation Forum
Construction in Uncertain Times (and 7 Ways to Come Back Even Stronger)
Q&A
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1. What’s your favorite place you’ve ever traveled for work—or fun?
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2. What’s your go-to karaoke song?
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3. What is something interesting about yourself that nobody would know?
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4. What’s your favorite sports team?
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5. What’s one thing on your bucket list you haven’t checked off yet?
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6. If you weren’t in this industry, what career would you have pursued?