The Contract for any construction project would have spelt out the risks and responsibilities of the contracting parties. However, it is not uncommon that sometimes the administration of the contract is based on incorrect interpretation of the intent or there is inherent flaw or “gap” in the contract to define the exact intent. This is particularly true for technical and construction issues.

Due to the “gaps” in the Contract, it is important to firstly understand the technical and construction aspects and then relate to the intent of the Contract, instead of the other way around.

All our consultants have the practical experience of working at site and with the knowledge of contract and / or skill of construction planning and program, we are able to see issues from a holistic perspective.

When the issues are well defined, and cost and delay properly substantiated, a party’s contractual standpoint is strengthened for eventual negotiation.

The main objective of claims management is to prevent a dispute between the contracting parties. This involves the determination of the claim basis and due entitlement for any additional payment and / or extension of time under the contract.

Our claims management support includes:

• Advise / Formulate an appropriate control system to identify and notify potential variations and claims
• Pre-empt and “be ready” for potential claims from risks identified in program
• Draft letters to notify variations and claims
• Analyse delay and extension of time entitlement
• Substantiate cost claim