Construction claims and contractual disputes
Construction claims usually arise because contractual entitlement is resisted rather than because it does not exist. Disputes often relate to rejected variations, under-valued events, failure to implement assessments, delay or final account positions that have become commercially entrenched.
A contractor-focused claim should connect the contract mechanism, factual event, notices, records, programme position and cost evidence into a position that can be assessed and defended.
What strengthens the position
- Clear contractual basis for entitlement.
- Evidence linked directly to the event.
- Programme and cost records that support the assessment.
- A concise narrative that avoids unnecessary argument.