Written by Lyle Charles
Construction claims consultants are becoming increasingly popular among construction firms as many projects’ try to reduce or eliminate construction claims. Even a carefully planned, well-managed project can sometimes encounter claims. Most construction claims management services offer professionals who are familiar with the following areas.
Changes in scope
Impact
Disruption
Suspension
Interference
Acceleration of work
Lack of performance
Errors and omissions in design
False Claims (for Time or Money)
Time Delays (Extra Time)
Different site conditions
Non-conforming work
Product or property damage
Construction claim management firms will then evaluate each dispute to create an action plan tailored to your business’s objectives and strategies. An action plan should try to facilitate an early resolution that is cost effective. Some consulting firms will become part of the construction firm’s team to provide direct legal counsel. An in-house expert will be able to handle issues as and when they happen, providing the firm with an early response.
Most construction claims consulting services will provide the following;
Construction claim preparation, analysis, and response
Analysis of issues
Delay analysis
Settlement – Mediation, arbitration, and litigation support.
Document control
Preparation of evidence
Expert witness testimony
These are some of the services that consulting firms specializing in construction will offer. It is best to get in touch with some reputed firms to clearly understand what services they have on offer.
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Lyle Charles is a construction claims expert for commercial and residential construction.
