Claims Preparation

Claims tend to arise as a result of change and change is endemic in the construction industry as tenders are often awarded before design is complete. Sound and proven contract administration procedures to identify, notify and record events resulting in delay and cost are absolutely essential. Preparation of credible, substantiated and well supported claims will dictate the chances of success and recovery.

We are able to provide through our highly trained Claims Specialists the advice, preparation, submission and subsequent negotiation of claims including

• Extension of time applications
• Loss and expense applications including loss of overheads and profit, financing charges and disruption costs
• Acceleration claims
• Contentious valuation of variation issues and additional items

We are also able to provide

• Review of claims and advice as to their enhancement
• Review of counter claims and advice on implementation for negotiation and concession strategy
• Review of counter claims and preparation of defence