Commercial & Engineering Consultancy
ABOUT US
Commercial & Engineering Consultancy is an advisory practice that is unrivalled in its passion and commitment to providing the highest standard of independent services, unique to each situation, associated with construction, infrastructure, resource and engineering industries.
We are an elite team of professionals that demonstrate integrity by always being sincere, honest, and truthful to each other and our clients every day. We manage a wide range of disciplines across the construction, building and resource sectors.
Our services include claims preparation, commercial and contract management, insurance claims, procurement advice and facilitation, value engineering, project management and training of engineering staff of all levels.
Our experience and unique approach allow us to quickly understand our clients’ needs and focus on the strategy and solution to resolve them efficiently.
1.
CONSTRUCTION CLAIMS
2.
NEGOTIATION & RESOLUTION MANAGEMENT
3.
COMMERCIAL & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
(Tender Stage)
4.
COMMERCIAL & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
(Project stage)
5.
TRAINING
Claims often arise due to unforeseen circumstances. Site teams are focused on achieving programmed tasks, which can result in important Contract Notices being missed or delayed, resulting in rights being lost under under the contract. There is often a significant financial cost impact to the business, which is avoidable.
When contentious issues arise on site between parties, it can be difficult to manage. in addition to the day to day running of the project. We can support clients with negotiations and associated settlements, by working through each issue, using a methodical and analytical approach, ensuring all relevant facts and information are considered in a fair and reasonable manner.
The tender process is often a significant strain on company resources. We can provide support in many facets required at each stage of the tender process. Such as constructability support to estimating team, compilation of pre-tender specialist subcontractor estimates to ascertain budgets to be incorporated into the bid.
The period between preliminary award and executing the Head Contract is an opportune time to ensure all commercial risk is managed effectively. We can work with the legal team to ensure key risks are identified and managed appropriately. Effective procurement is key to a successful project, we can streamline the process by establishing unique systems and processes for our clients.
Our commitment and attention to detail in developing engineers is unrivalled. We care about what we do and believe our people have the passion necessary to inspire the next generation of engineers to the level required.
1. CONSTRUCTION CLAIMS
Claims often arise due to unforeseen circumstances. Site teams are focused on achieving programmed tasks, which can result in important Contract Notices being missed or delayed, resulting in rights being lost under under the contract. There is often a significant financial cost impact to the business, which is avoidable.
2. NEGOTIATION & RESOLUTION MANAGEMENT
When contentious issues arise on site between parties, it can be difficult to manage. in addition to the day to day running of the project. We can support clients with negotiations and associated settlements, by working through each issue, using a methodical and analytical approach, ensuring all relevant facts and information are considered in a fair and reasonable manner.
3. COMMERCIAL & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT (Tender Stage)
The tender process is often a significant strain on company resources. We can provide support in many facets required at each stage of the tender process. Such as constructability support to estimating team, compilation of pre-tender specialist subcontractor estimates to ascertain budgets to be incorporated into the bid.
4. COMMERCIAL & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT (Project Stage)
The period between preliminary award and executing the Head Contract is an opportune time to ensure all commercial risk is managed effectively. We can work with the legal team to ensure key risks are identified and managed appropriately. Effective procurement is key to a successful project, we can streamline the process by establishing unique systems and processes for our clients.
5. TRAINING
Our commitment and attention to detail in developing engineers is unrivalled. We care about what we do and believe our people have the passion necessary to inspire the next generation of engineers to the level required.
Michael Sherlock
Managing Director, Commercial & Engineering Consultancy
Michael is an experienced Civil Engineer with over 18 years of experience, encompassing large complex infrastructure projects in construction, engineering and the resource industry.
Michael has unrivalled success in achieving excellent commercial outcomes for construction businesses. The success of these outcomes can be attributed to Michael’s unique and customized approach to each client and every situation. This approach has proven to achieve an efficient and equitable result for both parties and salvages relationships, which is essential for future works.
Michael builds trust in his analysis and claims preparation and analysis through his open, honest, and unbiased approach.
Michael’s experience enables him to produce documents that have considered all aspects of the claim. This enables clients to appreciate the limitations to their entitlement while also ensuring maximum revenue return.
Disputes can often overshadow all the great work by both parties and can often be avoided. When Michael is engaged early in the project, he assists with drafting clear and concise documents where all respective parties are clear on their responsibilities. This is a fundamental step to establishing a mechanism whereby an issue can be quickly resolved when raised.
In addition to Michael’s extensive industry experience and qualifications, Michael has successfully completed a Masters in Business and Administration. Continual improvement is at the forefront of everything Michael is part of, where great just isn’t good enough.
Get In Touch
PO Box 30
Concord West
NSW 2138
+61 400 170 168