We help clients with capital productivity in all business areas, project types, and stages: portfolio optimization, project concept and design, construction, contract and contractor management, contract close-out, and commissioning support.
Ensuring Effective Stakeholder Engagement
We provide unwavering support to project owners throughout both the development and construction phases of standalone and multi-site programs. By employing advanced management methodologies, we systematically mitigate construction risks. In our capacity as the owner’s representative, we act as advocates, reinforcing client teams with highly experienced subject-matter experts. Our comprehensive suite of services encompasses the administration of contract negotiations and oversight of schedules, scope, contractors, and the entirety of project governance. In our capacity as owner’s representative, we enact stringent cost management protocols and maintain meticulous financial accountability throughout the entirety of each project’s lifecycle. We cultivate collaborative and transparent stakeholder environments to assure alignment of objectives and financial stewardship among all parties.
Our program and project management methodology is grounded in an unwavering commitment to safety and the assured delivery of projects within established timelines and budgetary constraints. Our approach combines stakeholder priorities with strict planning, scheduling, and strong earned value management. We implement sophisticated tracking systems and performance indicators that provide stakeholders with immediate and comprehensive visibility into project progress. These mechanisms facilitate the prompt identification of emerging risks and support coordinated responses, thereby upholding strict adherence to defined scope, schedule, and budget parameters. Through transparent reporting and an enduring commitment to open communication, we cultivate genuine collaboration and mutual understanding, aligning stakeholder objectives with diligent financial oversight.
Owners require delivery solutions that effectively eliminate inefficiencies, mitigate conflicts, minimize errors, and enhance project quality. Such solutions must yield substantial cost savings and foster innovative methodologies that ensure unfaltering adherence to schedules and budgetary constraints. Our distinguished construction consultants ensure the successful completion of all projects by rigorously abiding by approved contract documentation. Through the implementation of a disciplined execution framework, our consultants expedite project timelines, elevate safety standards, maintain exemplary quality, and optimize associated expenditures.
Rigorous Risk Management and Mitigation
As representatives of the owner, our principal objective is to manage and minimize construction risks with the utmost diligence and expertise. Acting as independent advocates for owners, we conduct exhaustive evaluations during early design phases and pre-construction, employing strategic risk management principles such as the refinement of engineering elements, optimization of organizational frameworks, and implementation of robust contracting processes. Cognizant of the significant risks associated with cost overruns and schedule delays, we deploy a comprehensive suite of dispute management tools to proactively identify, assess, and mitigate such challenges. Through a systematic management process, we assist clients in evaluating financial exposures and implementing risk mitigation measures founded on quantitative and probabilistic models. We utilize sophisticated analytics and real-time monitoring systems to identify nascent issues prior to their development into substantive disputes. Risk evaluations, combined with scenario-based planning, empower the team to anticipate potential obstacles and develop customized resolution strategies.
By facilitating open communication channels and instituting clear protocols for addressing concerns, we resolve conflicts expeditiously and constructively. Our unwavering commitment to fairness and collaboration serves to minimize the impact of disputes, thereby preserving professional relationships and maintaining project momentum. In instances necessitating impartial judgment, external subject matter experts may be retained to offer unbiased assessments, ensuring that intricate disputes are resolved equitably and expediently.
Advanced Project Controls and Disciplined Execution
Our team delivers a comprehensive portfolio of estimating and earned value management services, guiding clients through every stage of the project lifecycle. We conduct benchmarking exercises, facilitate procurement and contracting, oversee planning and scheduling, manage subcontractor administration, and maintain vigilant post-contract cost control. Our professionals create realistic, project-specific budgets, apply value engineering strategies to identify and implement improvements, and use robust systems for ongoing cost surveillance. This disciplined approach ensures efficient resource allocation and consistently achieves project objectives. Our estimating professionals use advanced analytical tools, custom-fit to the specific needs of each industry sector and region we serve. With expertise in a wide range of measurement methodologies, our team produces highly accurate cost estimates for projects of all sizes, from modest initiatives to multi-billion-dollar ventures. We systematically collect vendor quotations, regional material cost data, and labor productivity benchmarks to deliver comprehensive and reliable estimates. We fully integrate our change management approach with financial and project controls, ensuring that all modifications align with project objectives and support budget integrity.
As the owner’s representative, we exercise uncompromising authority over planning and scheduling, managing all facets of project execution to ensure that milestones and deadlines are achieved with precision and consistency. We proactively track every phase of progress against the integrated master schedule, employing advanced project controls to identify emerging risks or delays at the earliest possible stage. Our team intervenes without hesitation, mandating swift, targeted corrective actions in close coordination with stakeholders, contractors, and project teams to restore and maintain schedule integrity. We leverage cutting-edge schedule management software and integrate detailed reporting protocols to provide comprehensive visibility across all stages of project execution. Through constant analysis and transparent communication, we empower owners with critical insights—enabling informed decisions on resource allocation, sequencing, and contingency planning. By meticulously documenting all schedule adjustments and maintaining real-time updates, we preserve accountability and facilitate seamless coordination among all parties involved. By adhering strictly to established planning and scheduling protocols, we effectively mitigate the risk of disruptions and ensure sustained operational performance.
Collaborative Conflict Resolution
Through the integration of cost, schedule, and scope metrics, our Earned Value Management (EVM) specialists conduct rigorous, objective analyses, enabling project owners to accurately quantify progress and identify variances at the earliest opportunity. Our bespoke CPM and EVM solutions deliver dynamic, real-time data visualization, comprehensive predictive analytics, and strategic tools designed to support decisive and proactive leadership. By incorporating industry-recognized CPM and EVM best practices into the project management framework, we ensure the achievement of project milestones within established timelines and budgetary constraints, thereby maximizing value and fostering enduring stakeholder confidence throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
Delays and disruptions are pervasive within the construction industry, often resulting in considerable financial impacts, strained professional relations, and complex legal challenges. Achieving success with claims necessitates more than the presentation of evidence; it requires systematic analysis, thorough documentation, and persuasive argumentation. Our team diligently prepares, structures, and presents claims capable of withstanding rigorous scrutiny in negotiation, arbitration, and litigation contexts. We are dedicated to assisting contractors, owners, and stakeholders in effectively resolving delay and disruption claims, thus enabling the recovery of entitled compensation and safeguarding the overall success of each project.
Our consultants employ industry-recognized methodologies—including Time Impact Analysis and as-planned versus as-built comparisons—to ascertain the root causes of delay, measure their impacts with precision, and assign responsibility unambiguously. This methodical approach is essential for substantiating claims and protecting our clients’ interests. We conduct exhaustive analyses of direct and indirect costs, covering liquidated damages, lost profits, additional overhead, and consequential damages. The team ensures that every aspect of loss is comprehensively documented and that all recoverable amounts are identified in accordance with contractual provisions.