We are appointed by a wide range of parties involved in major construction, infrastructure and energy projects and disputes, including:
- Asset owners, Employers and Developers
- Main contractors, specialist subcontractors and fabricators
- Public authorities and government bodies
- Funders, lenders and PPP participants
- Insurers and reinsurers
How We Work With Legal & Clients’ Teams
We operate as an extension of the legal or client teams, providing early strategic support through to final hearing. Our focus is not only on technical accuracy, but on delivering independent expert evidence that is clear, persuasive and resilient under challenge.
We support solicitors, barristers and clients through:
- Early involvement to assist in shaping the case strategy: We add value from the outset through our forensic review of the factual matrix including but not limited to the contract documentation, scope of work, programme (schedule) of works, project communications, variations, claims and the expenditure incurred to help establish the early identification of key issues and potential causes, and the selection of the most appropriate delay and or quantum analysis methodologies. Stuart, do you have anything to add to this paragraph?
- Quantum risk analysis and exposure modelling: For example, evaluating the potential cost impact of cumulative disruption such as – reduced labour productivity, re‑sequencing, access constraints, and late information – and modelling the likely financial exposure under different construction‑phase scenarios.
- Defect rectification costs: The evaluation of the potential cost impact of defect rectification such as rework, replacement, access arrangements, and consequential disruption, and modelling the likely financial exposure under different remediation scenarios.
- During the dispute process: We carry out forensic delay and or cost analyses and causation analyses, translate complex project, programme and cost data into clear findings which assist in the assessment of entitlement and liability. We also: Stuart, do you have anything to add to this paragraph?
- Test the strengths and weaknesses of a case that may be challenged by the opposing party
- Provide pleadings support and assist with claim or defence development
- Provide expert reports
- Conduct critical reviews of opposing expert reports
- Prepare joint statements and participate in expert meetings
- Support Tribunal proceedings and cross-examination preparation
- Deliver clear, confident oral expert testimony
We understand the procedural and evidential demands of each dispute forum and tailor our reporting accordingly to meet both legal standards and tribunal expectations.