Alternative Dispute Avoidance & Expert Resolution

We specialise in preventing and resolving commercial disputes, ensuring your projects stay on track while protecting your business interests. Our expert team provides strategic guidance, identifies risks early, and implements preventative measures to mitigate conflicts before they escalate.

Minimising Risk Through Proactive Strategies

Disputes inevitably arise between parties, even when the agreements are properly formed, and the projects are managed with great detail. We provide comprehensive support in navigating disputes from formal notices to a valued assessment of the associated risks and the intricacies of each dispute resolution avenue at contract level and through statute.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

ABS’ experts will advice on the legal perspectives of each avenue available, providing strategic advice on the dispute itself from industry experience and conflict avoidance solutions. We will navigate the complexities of any breach, mistake to contract, negligence, termination and liabilities.

Adjudication & Arbitration

ABS’ Contract Law and industry experts can assist you in your legal drafting and responses to Adjudication notices, referrals and responses, to jurisdictional challenges and understanding the Arbitration Act 1996. We will provide you with the support to confidently engage in successful resolution to your disputes.

Mediation

With mediation becoming ever more popular, not only by the courts direction for parties to at least consider meditation, but to the success rates and mending relations that mediation orchestrates, ABS will support and guide you with your proceedings and act as your representative.

Expert Witness Support

With our range of industry experts and contract law specialist, ABS can assist in compiling expert witness reports and act as your representatives in your disputes, providing impartial analysis and testimony.

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Our expertise spans a wide range of projects, including:

  • Commercial: Office buildings, retail spaces, hotels, and mixed-use developments.
  • Industrial: Factories, warehouses, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities.
  • Infrastructure: Roads, bridges, railways, airports, and utilities.
  • Residential: Housing developments, apartment complexes, and individual homes.
  • Telecoms: Fibre optic network rollouts, data centres, and telecommunications infrastructure.

We take a meticulous approach to cost estimation, employing a combination of proven methodologies and industry best practices:

  • Detailed Quantity Takeoff: We carefully measure and quantify all materials, labour, and equipment required for the project, ensuring nothing is overlooked.
  • Market Research & Data Analysis: We continuously monitor market trends and price fluctuations to ensure our cost estimates are up-to-date and reflective of current market conditions.
  • Historical Data: We leverage our extensive database of historical project data to benchmark costs and refine our estimates.
  • Expert Judgement: Our experienced quantity surveyors apply their industry knowledge and expertise to assess risks, contingencies, and potential cost variations.
  • Regular Reviews & Updates: We regularly review and update cost estimates as the project progresses, ensuring that they remain accurate and relevant throughout the project lifecycle.

Yes, absolutely. Our quantity surveyors are skilled negotiators and have extensive experience in contract preparation,tendering, and procurement processes. We can assist you with:

  • Tender Preparation & Evaluation: Preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and recommending the most suitable contractors and suppliers.
  • Contract Negotiation: Negotiating fair and equitable terms with contractors and suppliers, ensuring your interests are protected and you get the best value for money.
  • Procurement Management: Managing the procurement process, from initial supplier selection to contract administration and final account settlement.

We are committed to delivering exceptional value and client satisfaction. Our team of highly qualified and experienced quantity surveyors is dedicated to providing accurate, transparent, and reliable services. We pride ourselves on our proactive approach, attention to detail, and ability to tailor our services to your specific needs. Our goal is to build long-term partnerships with our clients, helping them achieve their project objectives and maximise their return on investment.

Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your project needs. We’ll work with you to develop a tailored quantity surveying plan that aligns with your budget, timeline, and objectives. Our team is ready to partner with you to ensure your project’s financial success.