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How to Do a Great Delay Analysis and What Makes a True Expert
Delay analysis is a means to understand why a construction project took longer than planned and how those delays affected the project.
How to Prove Cause and Effect in Construction Disputes
To effectively manage and resolve these issues, it's crucial to establish a clear causal link between the cause of a problem and its effect on the project.
A Success Story Insight: Strategic Claims Consulting for a Complex Rail Tunnel Infrastructure Project
Accura Consulting was engaged to provide claims consultancy services for a major urban rail tunnel project in Australia that encountered significant challenges related to delays, cost escalations, and complex contractual obligations.
Resolving Construction Disputes: The Role of Expertise, Regulation, and Local Knowledge
The construction industry, both in Australia and globally, faces an ongoing challenge: resolving high-stakes disputes efficiently and effectively.
The Value of Forensic Quantity Surveyors in Major Construction Disputes
The construction industry is a cornerstone of Australia’s economy, contributing significantly to the nation’s GDP and infrastructure growth.
A Success Story Insight: Cost Escalation Analysis for Rail and Tunnel Infrastructure
Accura Consulting was engaged to undertake a detailed cost escalation analysis for a major rail and tunnel project that faced significant financial pressures due to disruption.
Why the Industry Needs Expert Intervention in the Wake of a Rise in Construction Disputes
The construction industry, a cornerstone of economic growth, is facing a troubling surge in disputes. In Australia, disputes are particularly acute in large infrastructure projects, especially in energy and tunneling, where complexities and cost overruns often lead to contention.
The Rising Tide of Construction Disputes in Australia - A Call for Forensic Expertise
In recent years, the construction industry in Australia has witnessed a troubling increase in disputes, driven by a mix of economic pressures, regulatory challenges, and operational inefficiencies.
The Case for Forensic Quantity Surveyors as "Dirty Experts" in Claims Preparation
Forensic quantity surveyors can support claims preparation in their role as dirty experts, diving deep into the details and collaborating with lawyers to assemble and analyse evidence that forms the foundation of a robust claim.
The Three Essential Elements of a Disruption Claim: A Common-Sense Approach
Disruption claims provide a pathway for contractors to recover losses caused by inefficiencies on a project. For such claims to succeed, they must adhere to the "common-sense" approach.
A Success Story Insight: Cost Escalation Analysis for a Major Road Infrastructure Project
Accura Consulting was engaged to conduct a comprehensive cost escalation analysis for a major road infrastructure project that faced significant financial challenges because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Environmental Compliance and Sustainability in Australian Construction Projects
Australia's construction industry is facing increasing demands to meet environmental compliance standards and adopt sustainable practices.
Accura Consulting Managing Director, Paul McArd Named in Lexology Index 2025
Accura Consulting Managing Director, Paul McArd has been named by Lexology Index an Arbitration Future Leader - Expert Witness for 2025.
Navigate Your Renewable Project With Confidence
Throughout the next decade, there will no doubt be a worldwide increase in the construction of renewable projects due to government stimulus packages.
A Success Story Insight: Accura Consulting's Role as Claims Consultant for a Major Rail Infrastructure Project
Accura Consulting’s involvement in this complex rail infrastructure project highlights our ability to deliver value through meticulous analysis, clear communication, and strategic claims management.
Critical Path Analysis in Construction Projects
The critical path represents the longest sequence of dependent activities that determine the shortest possible duration to complete a project.
The Impact of Mega-Disrupters on Australia’s Construction Industry
Australia’s construction industry is essential to national development, yet it faces significant challenges due to five primary mega-disrupters.
Behavioural Factors and Their Impact on Construction Project Outcomes
Behaviours and interactions between project stakeholders play a pivotal role in determining the success or failure of a project.
Contractual Conflicts in the Australian Construction Industry
The construction industry in Australia is complex and involves many stakeholders, contracts, and processes. Given the large scale and high stakes of many projects, contractual conflicts are a prevalent source of disputes.
Why Construction Projects Take Longer and Cost More: What’s Happening and How to Fix It
Construction projects, whether it’s building a house or a massive infrastructure project, are never as simple as they seem.
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