About Us
SC Wright Group, stands alone in the industry combining a complete spectrum of Expert Forensic Consulting and Construction Services.
SCW integrates forensic services in various fields, restoration background, repair and reconstruction services. SCW produces Superior Forensic Consulting because we produce credible “real world” cost estimates and evaluations that are defensible in a court of law.
Our staff offers a complete spectrum of forensic construction services for our clients, including pre-construction analysis, quality assurance services during construction, complete forensic consulting and expert witness testimony, destructive testing, risk exposure assessment, industry training programs, construction, reconstruction, repair and remediation.
In a business where so much is riding on the countless details of each project, it pays to utilize the services of a company that is active in every facet of forensic construction.
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Meet Our Team
Owner/President
Tony Childress
Owner/President, P.E., S.E., Tony is a leader in redefining the role of engineering in commercial and residential construction. He is the owner and founder of Childress Engineering Services, Inc., and has over 20 years of experience in design, consultation and management to architects, builders, contractors and manufacturers.
Senior Vice President
Matthew L. Sams
Mr. Sams joined SC Wright Group in 2003 and has two decades combined experience in the construction forensic industry. He has a proven ability to lead a forensic investigation with a strong analytical approach and a determinate goal toward resolution. Mr. Sams has provided deposition/trial testimony on numerous occasions defending general contractors, developers, subcontractors and owners, and holds active General Contractor licenses in California and Montana. Mr. Sams has actively worked in the construction industry since 1977.
Vice President of Operations
Tracie L. Maxwell
Ms. Maxwell, as part of our corporate executive team, brings a combined total of 30 plus years expertise in property management, business management and forensic construction defect case management. Ms. Maxwell has been with SC Wright Group since 2003. Currently, Ms. Maxwell’s role includes responsibility for consulting project management, daily operations, business development, training of technical administrators and project managers, as well as ensuring that existing workflow systems are dynamic, valuable and cost-effective for the benefit of both our clients and our company.
Vice President of Consulting
Michael J. Maxwell
Mr. Maxwell holds an active General Building Contractor’s license in the State of California. For the past 30 years, Mr. Maxwell has been active in the forensic construction industry, including residential, commercial, institutional, and hospitality industries and is frequently requested to participate in construction matters that include construction defect litigation, personal injury, ADA Compliance, and wrongful death. Mr. Maxwell has the privilege of providing deposition/trial testimony on numerous occasions, defending general contractors, developers, subcontractors and owners.
Global Sales Director
Joey Childress
Global client relations professional in Business Development / Operations Management functions. As a senior-level professional, served as President, Executive Vice President, Senior Business Development Officer and Consulting Business Manager of private companies for 30+ years. Since 2005, his engagement and coordination efforts have led to over 1000 fulfilled and completed projects worldwide.
Project Manager
Selina Forte
Ms. Forte is part of SC Wright's Operations team. She has provided over 15 years of executive level support in various construction fields including civil engineering, fire & life safety, and acoustical ceilings. Ms. Forte has been with SCW since 2016. Her current role includes peer review, research, and providing client document review and analysis. In her spare time, Ms. Forte enjoys photography and spending time with friends and family.
Associate Consultant
Devin Nichols
Devin joined the SC Wright team in 2020. In his current role as an Associate Consultant he performs forensic building investigation, emergency catastrophic building analysis (Earthquake, Tornado & Hurricane Damage), visual inspections, report writing and document analysis, locally and nationally.
Associate Consultant
Douglas Calvin
As an Associate Consultant for SC Wright, Doug performs forensic building investigation and report preparation. He is currently licensed as a Class B General Contractor in the state of California and began his own remodeling company in 2006. Over his more than 20 years in the construction industry, he focused on historical renovation and high-end residential projects. Previous to entering the construction field, as a university and graduate student he concentrated on being an active researcher on negotiation, mediation, conflict management, and social influence and taught college level seminars in these subjects.
Project Manager
Jay Nadeau
Jay joined SC Wright Group in 2022. In his current role, he performs forensic investigations, visual inspections, document review and analysis, and research and reporting. Jay is currently licensed as a Class B General Contractor in the state of California and hold additional certifications including OSHA 30, EM 385-1-1, IICRC WRT Certified, and AHERA. Jay enjoys playing guitar, coaching sons' baseball teams. He also enjoys traveling and spending time with his family.
Project Manager
Stephen Barbusca
Stephen became an SC Wright Group Team member in 2024. Stephen has been working in the construction industry for the majority of his career and is frequently asked to provide insight on construction strategies, constructability, risk analysis, defects, and failures. While currently seeking his B general license and additional certifications, in his current role, Stephen has been providing support for the defense of General Contractors, Developers, Subcontractors and Owners. In his spare time, Stephen enjoys yoga, walking, and cycling.
Administrative Assistant
Sherry Von Fumetti
Sherry joined SC Wright in 2023 and brings over fifteen years of experience to the company. In her current role as an administrative assistant, she manages all aspects of the office, supports executives and staff and oversees social marketing. Sherry uses her positive attitude and endless energy to ensure others are successful. In her free time, she likes to bake and watch her son play soccer.