Independent and Expert Reports
CONTRACT DISPUTE CONSULTANTS CAN PREPARE INDEPENDENT REPORTS ON A VARIETY OF CONTRACTUAL, TECHNICAL AND PROGRAMME RELATED MATTERS.
We can offer expert witnesses and independent experts in a variety of disciplines, notably, quantum and programming. Our staff regularly provide independent reviews of project-critical, complex, contractual and technical issues.
We can advise in the choice of experts most appropriate for the issues in dispute. We have provided expert witnesses for arbitration in quantum and delay and independent reports for the defence of claims in mediation and negotiation.
Recent assignments have included:
- Providing quantum and delay experts in an arbitration relating to delays to a World Bank funded road upgrade project in Sri Lanka acting for the Employer.
- Independent review and forensic delay analysis of events surrounding the failure of roof steelwork on an office development in Australia acting for a contractor in a mediation with PI insurers representing the Contractor’s designer.
- Independent review of a claim regarding the construction of diaphragm walls on a complex rail interchange project.
Our Services
Claims and Dispute Management
Construction projects, due to their complex nature, can generate a multitude of issues which must all be tracked and managed.
Claim Identification, Preparation and Defence of Claims
Our staff have experience in the preparation and defence of claims including technical issues, delay analysis and quantum.
Contractual Advice and Analysis
We regularly advise our clients on contractual strategy and interpretation of contractual provisions.
Independent and Expert Reports
We can prepare independent reports on a variety of contractual and technical matters.
Negotiation and Dispute Proceedings
We can advise on the most appropriate method of dispute resolution.
Programming and Forensic Delay Analysis
Contract Dispute Consultants can undertake forensic delay analysis and program impact analysis to identify delay entitlements.