COST MANAGEMENT
CONTRACT & COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT
PROJECT PLANNING
DISPUTE RESOLUTION
PROCUREMENT
PROJECT CONTROLS
iRESOLVE provides clients in the construction industry with a range of services focused on the key disciplines of cost management, commercial management, contract management, project planning, dispute resolution, procurement and project controls.
At each stage of the construction process our team has the expertise to provide independent advice or assistance to all levels of the construction industry.
iRESOLVE operates as the trading name for iPLAN 4D Ltd which was established in 2016 as an expansion of the iPLAN group of companies into the United Kingdom. This now provides the iPLAN group with a global footprint and the ability to provide services to our clients across the Asia pacific, United Kingdom, Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Our clients choose us as we provide a high quality and cost-effective service on all services no matter the size or complexity.
FLEXIBLE SERVICE. iRESOLVE firmly believes that each project or client requires a bespoke solution and offer a personal, flexible and innovative solution. We are an agile business that can respond directly to client requirements.
KEY PEOPLE CONTACT. The business is built on direct face to face contact with the key people within the business. The whole team works directly with clients and offers the hands-on service as required.
COST COMPETITIVE. Our flexible service offering, low operating overheads, business and management structure means that we can offer a cost-effective solution to all jobs, no matter how small or large.
MAJOR CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCE. Our team has years of experience of working within the largest construction consultancy firms and now brings this experience and project exposure to the smaller and agile iRESOLVE team.
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE. Our team has significant experience of working on major projects throughout the UK, Europe, Africa and Australia.
24 HR SERVICE. Based on the support provided by our sister companies, iPLAN Consulting and iRESOLVE in Australia, we are in a unique position to be able to offer round the clock support and resources if required.
RICS MEMBERSHIP. Our team are RICS Chartered Surveyors or developing the required experience to become RICS qualified. As such we offer the high level and professional standard of service required by the RICS.
RICS REGULATION. Our firm is regulated by the RICS and as such adheres to the globally recognised ethical and professional standards set out by the RICS for firms.
Delivery of the full range of cost management services to a variety of clients.
Accurate cost planning and reporting is vital to the success of each project and with significant experience of pre and post contract cost management, the team are expertly placed to offer the following services:
Cost planning and estimating
Procurement advice
Tender preparation, analysis and negotiation
Contract documentation
Contract administration
Progress payment assessments
Variations assessments and preparation
Cost reporting
Cashflow forecasting
Final account preparation and agreement
iRESOLVE provides commercial management on live projects. We have specific expertise that ensures that commercial priorities are expertly managed on behalf of our Clients.
We offer commercial support during the contract formation process. This may include a review of the contract and commercial risks and recommendations for amendments, or alternatively, appropriate contingency allowances.
We can ensure all commercial aspects of a client’s business or project are managed and reported in the most appropriate and transparent manner.
This ranges from the pre-contract services of business case, feasibility studies, cost plans and pre-tender
estimates, through to delivery phase cash flow forecasting to final financial reconciliation.
The failure to properly plan and control the works, can lead to significant problems on construction projects. At iRESOLVE we are well placed to advise on the most appropriate solution for individual projects.
We offer cost effective planning and project controls services to reduce risk and improve recovery under the contract.
At iRESOLVE we provide:
Tender preparation and planning
Programme Analysis
Progress updates and audits
Project progress monitoring and control
Project controls and earned value analysis and 4D planning
Schedule risk analysis
Forensic delay analysis
Claim preparation, evaluation and management
The team provides a range of dispute resolution and claims consultancy services to clients across all levels of the construction industry. The team has worked directly for major contractors, assisted sub-contractors and received instructions from legal representation.
The team delivers independent expert advice on matters of valuation and cost in construction and engineering disputes and provides independent and impartial advice in relation to the following services:
Contract management & advice to clients
Claim preparation
Claim analysis and response
Contractor negotiations
Independent advice
Independent assessment of variations and claims
Assessment on contractual entitlement and valuation
Independent quantum assessments in relation to adjudications, arbitrations or litigation proceedings
Expert witness appointments
The correct procurement route drives the successful completion of a project. The team offers extensive experience and expertise to advise and recommend the most appropriate procurement method to suit any particular project variables.
The key procurement services are:
Advice and contractual strategy
Contract drafting, negotiation and execution
Tender and contract programmes
Contractual and schedule risk management
Due diligence
Contract procedures and training
The implementation of controls on a project is fundamental to ensure that all project stakeholders are aware of programme status, cost to get there, where the project is going and how can any problems we corrected.
The key aspects are:
Analysis and reporting
Performance management
Baseline management
Schedule control
Cost control
Quality control
Risk control
Change control
Behind the Scenes
Director - Contracts & Commercial - UK
Mike is a chartered quantity surveyor with over 14 years’ practical experience offering cost and commercial management services on major projects in the UK and Australian energy, infrastructure, aviation and rail sectors.
Mike is a multi-skilled, value driven individual with excellent analytical, negotiation and client facing skills. Has the proven ability to rapidly develop sector specific knowledge and build outstanding relationships. Consistently achieves significant savings on projects through exceptional commercial acumen and a genuine eye for the detail.
Brightfield Business Hub
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
PE2 6XU