Secretariat is an international leader in construction dispute resolution with a proven track record of successfully resolving disputes both prior to and at the conclusion of litigation. We are committed to supporting our clients with accurate, unbiased analysis through the claim evaluation, litigation / arbitration, and expert witness stages of the conflict resolution process. It is from this foundation of reliability and trust that we have built strong relationships with our clients and solid reputations in the industry.
Claim Prevention
The simplest way to manage construction disputes is to resolve them prior to costly legal battles. Whether our clients require change order entitlement evaluation, change order pricing assessment, or schedule impact analysis, Secretariat possesses the construction expertise necessary to assist clients prior to formal claim proceedings. We work with our clients to understand the existing issues then independently analyze the situation to explain relevant details, options, and alternatives. This allows comprehensive recognition of the issues at hand from which informed decisions can be made.
Litigation / Arbitration Support
Should litigation be unavoidable, Secretariat has a knowledgeable team of architects, engineers, accountants, and legal professionals ready to help our clients resolve their claims. We construct our teams of individuals whose backgrounds fit the nature of the engagement, ensuring clients benefit from industry specific skill sets and tailored problem solutions. This enables us to provide the legal team with the technical support to effectively assist with document discovery, claims analysis, deposition preparation, cost and schedule analysis, fact witness testimony, opposing witness cross-examination, and other key processes.
Expert Witness Testimony
When faced with the complex, we use our expertise to explain the issues and events in a succinct and understandable manner. This straightforward approach, and our commitment to honesty and integrity, allows an objective third party to gain a complete appreciation of the facts and resulting impacts. We have prepared numerous expert reports, given testimony, and been cross examined in arbitrations, mediations, and trials across the globe. As recognized subject matter experts, Secretariat has the capacity to assist clients successfully resolve their disputes in any number of formats. For a list of our testimony experience please visit the About page.
Secretariat International has worked in all stages of the construction dispute resolution process, utilizing numerous accepted methodologies to prove entitlement for our clients. Our wealth of experience spans every major construction sector and delivery method:
- Commercial Construction
- Educational Facilities
- Energy Projects
- Entertainment Facilities / Stadiums
- Green and LEED Certified Construction
- Health Care
- Heavy Civil and Infrastructure Projects
- Industrial and Process Plants
- Information Technology
- Manufacturing Facilities
- Marine
- Offshore Drilling
- Oil and Gas
- Transportation Projects
- Water / Wastewater Treatment
Offering both expert schedule / programme and cost / quantum services, Secretariat provides a range of dispute resolution services to clients in the complex construction claims industry. From pre-dispute entitlement analyses to quantification of incurred damages, our professionals deliver valuable solutions across many skill sets.
- CPM Schedule Analysis
- Issue Analysis
- As-built Schedule Construction
- Critical Delay Analysis
- Acceleration Determination
- Change Order Entitlement Evaluationv
- Productivity Analysis
- Disruptive Working Cost Quantification
- Resource and Material Escalation Assessment
- Extended Home and Field Office Overhead
- Review
- Liquidated Damages and Lost Profits
- Quantification
- Lost Opportunity Cost Calculation