14 January 2025
The Importance of Engaging Technical Experts Early in Construction Arbitration
Construction disputes are some of the most challenging conflicts businesses face. They often involve intricate contracts, unexpected site conditions, project delays, cost overruns, or technical failures. Resolving these issues successfully requires a solid strategy, and engaging the right technical expert early can make all the difference.
At DAC Consulting Services, we work with clients to untangle the complexities of construction disputes. Over the years, we’ve provided expert witness services and forensic engineering expertise for major projects like the Skouries mine in Greece and LNG terminal expansions in Asia-Pacific. These experiences have shown us just how critical it is to bring technical experts on board early in the arbitration process.
Understanding the Challenges in Construction Disputes
1. Delays: determining whether delays are excusable, compensable, or attributable to a particular party.
2. Cost Overruns: investigating whether cost increases were foreseeable or avoidable.
3. Technical Failures: identifying the root cause of issues such as design flaws, equipment breakdowns, or construction mistakes.
4. Contractual Obligations: clarifying whether parties met their contractual responsibilities around scope, timelines, and performance.
These challenges demand a technical expert’s perspective to analyze the evidence and provide clear, unbiased insights.
Understanding the Challenges in Construction Disputes
1. Delays: determining whether delays are excusable, compensable, or attributable to a particular party.
2. Cost Overruns: investigating whether cost increases were foreseeable or avoidable.
3. Technical Failures: identifying the root cause of issues such as design flaws, equipment breakdowns, or construction mistakes.
4. Contractual Obligations: clarifying whether parties met their contractual responsibilities around scope, timelines, and performance.
These challenges demand a technical expert’s perspective to analyze the evidence and provide clear, unbiased insights.
How DAC Consulting Services Can Help
Every construction dispute is unique, and at DAC Consulting Services, we tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. Here’s how we add value:
In-Depth Forensic Analysis: we investigate delays, cost overruns, and technical issues to pinpoint causation and liability.
Clear and Concise Reporting: our experts produce reports that are easy to understand and meet the high standards required in arbitration.
Close Collaboration with Legal Teams: we work side by side with your legal counsel to align our findings with your legal strategy.
Global Experience: from Europe to Asia-Pacific, we’ve supported clients in resolving disputes across borders and industries.
Let’s Solve It Together
Construction disputes can be daunting, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. Engaging the right technical experts early can make a world of difference, saving you time, money, and stress.
At DAC Consulting Services, we’re here to help. Whether you’re dealing with delays, cost issues, or technical challenges, our team is ready to provide the clarity and support you need. Get in touch with us today at
www.dac-consultingservices.co.uk to discuss how we can assist with your next arbitration
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