Professional Services
Global Leaders in Unbiased Construction Delay Analysis and Dispute Resolution Since 2000
Practical and Tested Experience
Since 2000, PAI has set the benchmark for impartial, independent expertise in scheduling, delay, acceleration, and disruption analysis, delivering specialist planning and programming services for complex international construction projects. Our reputation is built on rigorous, evidence-based methodologies—such as critical path and measured mile analysis—that uncover the causes and quantify the actual impact of delays and disruptions, ensuring clarity and credibility in every engagement.
A recent King’s College London survey underscores the industry’s reality: delays remain the dominant source of construction disputes, with 85% of dispute board referrals linked directly to schedule overruns. PAI stands at the forefront of this as delay analysis is our core strength, and we provide authoritative support both during project execution and in dispute resolution.
Our team brings hands-on, global experience across every facet of project controls and dispute management, including:
- Independent Expert Delay/Disruption Analysis Testimony
- Delay and Disruption Analysis
- Advisory Services
PAI’s extensive track record spans mediation, adjudication, arbitration, dispute boards, and litigation, ensuring our clients are equipped with robust, defensible analysis during project execution and dispute processes.
Our Services
Independent Expert Delay/Disruption Analysis Testimony
PAI adheres to relevant expert guidance such as the Academy of Experts’, CIArb and ICC, offering its unbiased and professional opinions to provide specialised, impartial analysis on technical or complex issues to assist the arbitral Tribunal in reaching an informed decision.
We regularly testify in all major international arbitration forums ICC, LCIA, AAA, SIAC, DIAC, Stockholm, UNCITRAL, and ICSID to and earning its reputation as a reliable expert.
Our hands-on method ensures experts lead work teams and assignments. We have provided evidence in over 75 international dispute resolution forums.
Project Advisors International's standing in global arbitration is further enhanced by Ms Ramey's active involvement in the field:
- Contributing author to the 2nd edition of the Delay and Disruption Protocol
- Board member and founder of SCL North America International
- Liaison to other SCL international organizations
- Contributor to the American Society of Civil Engineers' Loss of Productivity Manual
PAI's strength lies in its technical expertise and focus on construction delay and disruption disputes.
Delay and Disruption Analysis
There are many methods available to analyse delay and disruption to a project; the appropriate method and its application are for the expert to decide based on the particular project, reliability and availability of project records, and the issues in dispute. PAI has utilised many forms of delay analysis and disruption analysis in its expert work. Our preferred delay analysis approach is some form of critical path analysis, which allows major work streams to be systematically differentiated from work streams that have flexibility as to when it is performed in order to ascertain what delayed project completion, when and by how much.
Delay and disruption analysis comprises two parts: programming and factual. The programming analysis starts with evaluating contemporaneous programmes and verifying progress data, leading to the validation of inputs for delay analysis. It identifies critical delays and their occurrence and work disrupted. This is done alongside the factual analysis, which breaks down the project into components, compiling and interpreting progress and impediments. This informs the causation analysis of critical delays and disruption from the programming part. Together, they inform the conclusions and the expert opinion.
Disruption differs from delay in that it does not necessarily affect the project completion date but does increase performance costs. This occurs due to decreased productivity, workforce increases, overtime work, and other measures taken to mitigate the event's impact. Cost increases arise from changes to the originally planned method of performance or work sequence caused by events beyond the Contractor's control.
Disruption analysis involves understanding the initial sequences and methods and then identifying changes induced by specific events. Distinct periods where various types of work were disrupted are analysed and the increased time and efforts are quantified for the quantum expert to price accordingly. PAI provides the information the quantum expert needs to convert the incurred delays and disruptions into a monetary value.
Advisory Services
Project Advisory services are specialised consultancy offerings aimed at optimising the planning, execution, and evaluation of projects. These services provide organisations with expert guidance, insights, and support to track and monitor progress, adjust programmes, and pursue entitlements.
At its core, Project Advisory services involves a collaborative approach where experienced advisors work in close coordination with project teams to offer strategic counsel and practical solutions. These advisors bring profound knowledge of industry best practices, project management methodologies, and emerging trends, assisting organisations in navigating the complexities of construction projects. Their role extends beyond traditional consulting, encompassing a proactive partnership dedicated to achieving project objectives efficiently and effectively.
The scope of Project Advisory services is extensive, covering all phases of the project lifecycle. In the pre-construction or initiation phase, we assist with project planning, phasing, change management, and ongoing delay analysis. During execution, we provide continuous support to project teams. Post-completion, we aid in dispute resolution.
PAI's expertise in risk identification, management, and allocation, along with early programming and scheduling, establishes a solid foundation for project execution. A key component of successful project delivery is maintaining a baseline and a process for updates and revisions when changes occur. PAI leverages its dispute resolution knowledge and technical programming skills to develop and update robust baselines.
Additionally, PAI provides periodic reviews and assistance in updating the programme, incorporating changes, and evaluating delay events as a project progresses through various phases.