Construction projects in major hubs like London and Ireland are becoming increasingly ambitious, technically demanding and contractually intricate. From skyscrapers reshaping the London skyline to major infrastructure works across Ireland, the stakes have never been higher. Navigating these challenges requires more than just technical engineering skill; it demands rigorous commercial oversight and legal acumen. This is how Novus Resolve supports complex construction projects in London and Ireland, ensuring that even the most challenging projects are delivered successfully.

Novus Resolve is a firm of Chartered Quantity Surveyors and independent professionals dedicated to helping clients manage the financial and contractual risks inherent in the construction industry. Whether it is providing commercial management services to ensure profitability or offering independent expert witness services to resolve disputes, our team brings a wealth of knowledge and a professional track record to every engagement.

At the heart of our success is the Novus Resolve team. We are a collective of highly experienced Chartered Quantity Surveyors and construction professionals regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). Our team members have worked on some of the most substantial commercial, construction, engineering and energy projects in the world.

This depth of experience allows us to offer dedicated support across a wide range of disciplines. We also collaborate with carefully selected consultants and multidisciplinary partners to ensure that every aspect of a client's requirements is addressed. Our primary goal is to provide clarity in complex situations, helping clients cost-effectively manage risks and costs. By combining technical expertise with a pragmatic approach, we help clients navigate commercial and contractual issues with confidence.

Effective commercial management is the bedrock of any successful construction project. Without it, costs can spiral, and profit margins can evaporate. Novus Resolve provides commercial management services designed to protect our clients' financial interests throughout the project lifecycle.

Our scope includes robust cost planning, contract administration and procurement advice. We work closely with contractors and developers to ensure efficient commercial management from the outset. By identifying potential risks early, we help prevent minor issues from escalating into major liabilities. Whether it is managing supply chain payments or valuing variations, our focus is on maintaining cashflow and ensuring contractual compliance.

We understand that every project is unique. That is why we tailor our services to the construction specificities of the London and Ireland markets, adapting to local contract forms and procurement practices. Our aim is to resolve commercial challenges swiftly, ensuring that projects remain financially viable and on schedule.

Despite best efforts, disputes are sometimes unavoidable in the construction, engineering and energy sectors. However, the way these disputes are handled can make the difference between a minor hiccup and a project failure. Novus Resolve specialises in dispute avoidance and expert advice, helping clients navigate conflicts without resorting to lengthy legal battles.

Our approach to dispute avoidance involves early risk identification and proactive engagement. We review construction contracts to identify ambiguous terms that could lead to contractual issues later. By fostering open communication and mapping out clear escalation routes, we help parties find common ground.

When disputes arise, we offer robust dispute resolution strategies. We have extensive experience in mediation, adjudication and arbitration. Our team works to resolve commercial management dispute matters quickly, minimising disruption to the project works. We believe in finding a resolution that is fair, timely and commercially sensible.

When a dispute escalates to formal proceedings, having a credible expert on your side is critical. Novus Resolve provides independent expert witness services for litigation and arbitration. Our experts are renowned for their impartiality, attention to detail and ability to withstand cross-examination.

We accept appointments to provide expert advice and expert witness testimony on matters of quantum and delay disputes. Our services include:

• Preparing detailed expert reports compliant with court rules;
• Meeting with opposing experts to narrow the issues;
• Giving oral evidence in court or tribunal hearings; and
• Providing litigation support to legal teams, helping them understand technical construction nuances.

Our expert witness experience covers a vast array of sectors, including infrastructure, residential development and energy. We have successfully supported clients in high-stakes litigation, where our evidence has been pivotal in achieving a favourable outcome. Our experts understand their duty to the court and deliver independent, objective analysis that stands up to scrutiny.

Time is money in construction, and delays are a frequent source of contention. Planning and delay analysis are core competencies at Novus Resolve. When a project overruns, determining the cause and allocating responsibility is complex, especially when concurrent delays are involved.

We perform forensic delay analysis to untangle these complex scenarios. By analysing the project programme against the as-built records, we can identify exactly where delay and disruption occurred and who is responsible. This allows us to accurately quantify delay-related losses.

Whether you are a contractor facing additional costs or an employer seeking to recover liquidated damages for late delivery, our analysis provides the evidence needed to substantiate your position. We also advise on mitigation strategies for ongoing delays, helping to bring derailed projects back on track.

Construction projects are fraught with risks that often require insurance backing. Novus Resolve offers specialist insurance and bond advice. We review performance bond terms to ensure they provide adequate protection and assess the insurability of identified defects.

In the event of a claim, we advise on the best strategy to secure a payout against insurance policies. Our deep understanding of policy wordings and construction liabilities ensures that clients can recover legitimate losses. This service is particularly valuable in the engineering and energy sectors, where physical damage and business interruption claims can be substantial.

Choosing the right partner to manage your commercial and contractual risks is a significant decision. So, why appoint Novus Resolve?

• Global expertise, local knowledge: we bring lessons learned from challenging projects around the world but apply them with specific knowledge of the London and Ireland markets.
• Multidisciplinary approach: we cover everything from cost planning to litigation support and ADR.
• Proven success: our professional track record speaks for itself, with many years of experience involved in resolving disputes on some of the most complex projects in the world.
• Independence: as independent professionals, our advice is objective and trusted by courts and tribunals.

Whether you need to ensure efficient commercial management on a live project or require expert support to resolve a quantum and delay dispute, we are here to help.

Our involvement delivers tangible value. By engaging Novus Resolve, clients can significantly reduce their risk profile. Our dispute avoidance strategies can save substantial legal costs and preserve professional relationships. Our commercial management services ensure that budgets are adhered to and profitability is maximised.

In the context of litigation, our expert witness services provide the clarity needed to settle cases or win at trial. We turn complex data into compelling evidence, giving our clients the best chance of success.

If you are involved in complex construction projects in London, Ireland or even internationally and need support with commercial management, delay analysis or dispute resolution, contact Novus Resolve today. Let's discuss how we can help you deliver your project successfully.