LEOPARD PROJECT CONTROLS
dispute avoidance
Hiring an Owner’s Representative
Introduction A construction project can be exhaustive and overwhelming at certain times. Multiple factors will take part in the successful handling of the Project. Project owners are often too busy with multiple projects or other management tasks that they cannot pay the full attention needed for a project. Sometimes the Owner lacks certain skills and resources required to complete the project; therefore, the Owner hires an Owner’s Representative (OR) to act on their behalf and effectively execute the project. OR is a third party hired by the client/owner to serve the owner throughout the project phases from the bidding [...]
Claims and Disputes in Construction
Construction Claims During a project lifecycle, usual means cannot solve certain events. For that purpose, the contractor files a request called Claim in order to demand an extension of time, monetary compensation, or both. The issue is settled if the client approves the contractor’s demands and grants him an EoT or reimbursement of cost. In case the client disapproves of the contractor’s requests due to misinterpretation of the problem, the issue gives rise to a dispute. Claims have become an unavoidable issue in the project lifecycle. Sources of Claims As discussed previously, the contractor can file a claim due [...]
