Services

What I can
do for you

From tender review to dispute resolution — independent, senior-level support at every stage of your project's contractual lifecycle.

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Contract Management

End-to-end contract administration from tender through Statement at Completion. Structured contractual control, risk mitigation and strategic decision-making under FIDIC and ENAA.

FIDIC · ENAA
Pre-contract Tender & Contract Review
Identifying contractual risks, unrealistic obligations and missing entitlements before you sign. A thorough review at this stage is the most cost-effective investment on any project.
  • Risk allocation analysis
  • Identification of onerous clauses
  • Employer's Requirements review
  • Tender strategy and qualifications
During construction Contract Administration
Proactive day-to-day contract management — timely notices, structured records and a clear variation strategy. Claims are built from day one, not after the fact.
  • Notice management and compliance
  • Programme and entitlement tracking
  • Subcontract administration
  • Contemporary record systems
Project close-out Statement at Completion
Structured preparation and negotiation of the Statement at Completion, ensuring all entitlements are captured and properly substantiated before final account is agreed.
  • Final account preparation
  • Outstanding claims consolidation
  • Negotiation support
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Construction Claims & Dispute Resolution

Preparation, assessment and defence of EOT and cost claims on complex infrastructure projects. Delay analysis and dispute positioning aligned with SCL Protocol principles.

FIDIC · ENAA · SCL Protocol
Time & Cost EOT & Prolongation Claims
Preparation and substantiation of Extension of Time claims and associated prolongation costs. Structured with the end reader in mind — whether the Engineer, a dispute board or an arbitral tribunal.
  • Delay event identification and analysis
  • Critical path and programme review
  • Prolongation cost quantification
  • SCL Protocol compliance
Scope changes Variation Entitlement
Assessment of variation entitlement and preparation of properly substantiated variation accounts. Advising on valuation methodology and negotiation strategy.
  • Variation identification and notification
  • Entitlement assessment under contract
  • Valuation and pricing strategy
  • Negotiation support
Escalation Dispute Avoidance & Arbitration Support
Support in formal dispute resolution proceedings — preparation of factual submissions, document management and technical analysis. I have participated in international arbitration as a key witness, contributing to a successful outcome on a major ENAA contract dispute.
  • Dispute avoidance strategy
  • Factual and technical submissions
  • Document and evidence management
  • Key witness preparation and support
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Cost & Commercial Management

Commercial oversight and financial control across the full project lifecycle — from the tender/bid preparation to Statement at Completion.

FIDIC · ENAA
Pre-contract Bid & Tender Preparation
Support in preparing competitive and commercially sound bids. Risk-adjusted pricing, contractual qualifications and cash flow modelling to protect profitability from the outset.
  • Bill of Quantities review
  • Employer's Requirements analysis
  • Risk-adjusted pricing strategy
  • Contractual qualifications drafting
During construction Variation & Valuation Management
Structured management of variations, interim payment applications and cost reporting throughout project execution to protect contractor entitlements and maintain financial control.
  • Monthly IPA preparation
  • Variation account management
  • Cost control and forecasting
  • Commercial reporting
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Contract Training & Workshops

Practical, site-focused training for project teams on FIDIC contract administration, notice management and claim awareness. Built for the people who actually run the project.

FIDIC · In-house · On-site
Half or full day FIDIC for Site Teams
A practical introduction to FIDIC contract administration for engineers, site managers and project staff. Focused on what matters in the field: notices, records and avoiding costly mistakes.
  • Notice obligations and deadlines
  • Contemporary record keeping
  • Variation identification on site
  • Common claim triggers
Tailored session Claims Awareness Workshop
A focused workshop for project managers and contract administrators on building and protecting a claim from day one. Based on real case studies from international infrastructure projects.
  • Claim strategy and entitlement thinking
  • Delay analysis fundamentals
  • Negotiation approach under FIDIC
  • Dispute avoidance in practice
How it works

Working with
me

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Initial call

A short, no-obligation conversation to understand your situation, the contract conditions and what you need. I will tell you honestly whether and how I can help.

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Scope & proposal

A clear written proposal outlining the scope of work, deliverables, timeline and engagement model — fixed fee, retainer or hourly, depending on your needs.

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Engagement

Direct, senior-level work from day one. No delegation to junior staff. Regular updates and full transparency on progress and strategy.

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Delivery

Practical, actionable outputs — whether that is a claim document, a contract review memo or a negotiation strategy. Built for your project, not from a template.

Frequently asked
Do you work with employers as well as contractors? +
Yes. While much of my project experience has been on the contractor's side, I understand how employers and engineers think — and I can provide equally effective support for tender preparation, contract structuring and dispute assessment from the employer's perspective.
Can you work remotely on international projects? +
Yes. Most contract administration and claims work can be done remotely with good document access and regular calls. For complex disputes or workshops, short-term travel to site or project offices can be arranged on a case-by-case basis.
At what stage should I bring you in? +
The earlier the better. A contract review before signing costs a fraction of what a poorly structured claim costs later. That said, I regularly work on live projects and on claims where the situation has already escalated — the approach simply changes depending on where you are in the process.
What contract forms do you work with? +
My primary experience is with FIDIC (Red, Yellow and Silver Books, 1999 and 2017 editions) and ENAA conditions. I also have working knowledge of bespoke contract arrangements used on major infrastructure and real estate development projects.
How do you charge for your services? +
Depending on the nature and duration of the engagement, I work on a fixed-fee, monthly retainer or hourly basis. I am happy to discuss the most appropriate structure during our initial call — the goal is always a clear, transparent arrangement for both sides.

"Know the risk before you sign. Protect the claim along the line."

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