Construction Dispute Support & Resolution
Disputes are common in construction but they're often avoidable.
Construction disputes can arise on projects of any size and are often the result of unclear scope, informal variations, insufficient commercial reporting and misunderstanding contractual obligations.
Early commercial advice can often prevent disputes escalating. Where disputes do arise, Wright Consult can assist contractors and property owners in analysing the commercial position and preparing the documentation required to support a claim or defence.
Quantum Analysis & Claims Consultant
How Disputes Arise
Most construction disputes develop gradually during the course of a project. Common causes include:
- variations issued informally
- unclear scope or design change
- payment notices or valuation disagreements
- programme delays and disruption
- incomplete project records
Understanding the commercial position and contractual obligations is often key to resolving these issues.
Common Dispute Issues
Wright Consult can assist with a range of commercial issues that frequently lead to disputes, including:
- unpaid or undervalued applications for payment
- disputed variations
- final account disagreements
- delays and disruption claims
- disagreements over contractual obligations
In many cases, reviewing the project records and commercial position can help clarify the parties' entitlement and support negotiation before a dispute escalates further.
Dispute Support Services
Wright Consult can assist with:
- preparation of claims and supporting documentation
- analysis of variations and payment entitlements
- review of contractual notices and obligations
- commercial analysis of project records
- assistance with adjudication preparation
- party representation in adjudication proceedings
The focus is on clearly presenting the commercial and contractual position in order to support negotiation or formal dispute resolution processes.
Adjudication
Adjudication is the most common form of dispute resolution in the UK construction industry and provides a relatively quick method of resolving disputes during the course of a project.
Wright Consult can assist clients in reviewing project documentation, analysing the commercial position and preparing submissions required to support an adjudication.
Where appropriate, Wright Consult can also act as a party representative during the adjudication process.
Wright Consult regularly works alongside contractors, property owners and legal advisers in reviewing project records and preparing the commercial analysis required to support adjudication proceedings.
Payment and Final Account Disputes
Payment disputes are one of the most common issues in construction projects. Contractors and subcontractors may find that applications for payment are reduced or unpaid, or that variations and additional works are disputed at final account stage.
In these situations, understanding the contractual payment provisions and the supporting project records is often critical. Wright consult can assist in reviewing the commercial position, analysing entitlement and preparing the documentation required to support negotiation or adjudication.
Approach
Disputes in construction are rarely caused by a single issue. They are usually the result of a series of actions or omissions that develop during the course of a project.
Wright Consult focusses on analysing these issues in order to help clients understand their positions and present their case clearly.
Experiencing a Commercial Issue on a Project?
Construction disputes and commercial issues often develop gradually. Payment disagreements, disputed variations and final account issues can place pressure on both contractors and property owners.
If you are dealing with a commercial issue on a project and would like to discuss your position, Wright Consult may be able to assist.
Sean Lucas
Wright Consult
tel: 07967 826334
