Claims in Projects: Mastering Claims, Negotiation, Arbitration and Litigation
At Alvid Consulting, We support our clients with complex projects where contractual and financial stakes are significant. One of the critical performance levers: Proactive and structured claims management.
Pourquoi les réclamations sont-elles inévitables ?
In large-scale projects (infrastructure, energy, industry, transport), contractual claims occur frequently:
🔹 Site access delays,
🔹 Scope modifications,
Interface issues,
🔹 Unforeseen circumstances.
One claim is a formal request for Financial compensation and/or Extension of deadlines based on the contract.
What is a successful claim?
A claim does not rest on a simple letter. It is technically and legally constructed, with:
✅ A clearly documented taxable event,
✅ A planning impact analysis (P6 / CPM / TIA),
✅ A quantified financial justification,
✅ A solid contractual basis (FIDIC, CCAG, NEC...).
Primavera P6: The Essential Tool
Our team uses Primavera P6 to build robust claims with:
Time Impact Analysis (TIA),
Identification of delays on the critical path,
Scenario simulations (“What if analysis”),
Clear reporting and Gantt generation.
Objective: to justify a End of tape (Extension of Time) or documented additional costs.
From Claim to Amicable Settlement
A good claim aims first amicable settlement :
Contradictory meetings,
Mediation or conciliation,
Update of the schedule and contract terms.
Our role? To defend your interests while promoting operational continuity.
If the Amicable Settlement Fails: Arbitration or Litigation
🔸 Arbitrage technique(CCI, CMAP, UNCITRAL): Fast, confidential, conducted by experienced arbitrators.
🔸 Judicial litigation resort to national courts, judicial experts, longer procedure.
Our team integrates claims experts, construction lawyers, planning engineers and contract managers to secure your position.
Alvid Consulting: Our Added Value
Expertise in FIDIC / CCAG / NEC,
Contract Engineering and Claims Management,
Advanced Schedule Analysis (P6, RP AACE, SCL Protocol),
Negotiation and strategic defence of your positions.
In summary:
Claims are an essential lever for protecting your rights in a project. But they require rigour, strategy and technical evidence.
At Alvid Consulting, We help you transform conflict situations into managed opportunities.
Facing a complex claim? Let's talk.