JAB Consulting Pte Ltd provides commercial and contractual management consultancy services to the construction industry. They employ five full-time professionals in Singapore and have experience working on major infrastructure projects. Their services include claims management, dispute resolution, and commercial advisory work. As a case study, JAB assisted a main contractor on the Circle Line project in Singapore that encountered claims issues related to variations, delays, and ground conditions. Through JAB's claims preparation and negotiations, the main contractor was ultimately awarded a commercial settlement of 25% of the original contract sum.

1. JAB Consulting Pte Ltd
Contractual Claims Management and
Commercial Support Presentation

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Introduction to JAB
Contractual Claims Management and Commercial Support Structure
Advantages of Engaging JAB
Case Study – Circle Line Stage 4 & 5 – Contract 855
Summary
Professional Services for International Construction Projects
Presentation Overview

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Commercial Claims Management Support Structure
Advantages of Engaging JAB
Case Study – Circle Line Stage 4 & 5 – Contract 855
Summary
Introduction to JAB
Professional Services for international construction programmes
Presentation Overview

4. • JAB Consulting Pte Ltd (JAB) was initially formed in Singapore in May 2001 providing commercial and
contractual management consultancy services to the construction industry
• JAB has been heavily involved in construction projects particularly working with Main Contractors and
System Wide Contractors on the Singapore MRT rail network expansion with John Blowers (Managing
Director) working and living in Singapore since 1996
• Other project sectors included the oil and gas industry and civil aviation contracts including the
construction of the new Changi Airport Terminal 3, Terminal 4 and Dubai Airport Concourse 2 & 3
• JAB currently employs five full-time professional staff in Singapore
1 - Introduction
Introduction to JAB

5. JAB MAJOR CLIENTS (May 2001 – Present)

6. JAB MAJOR CLIENTS (May 2001 – Present)
Since 2001, JAB consulting has partnered with some of the largest global engineering
and construction companies, helping to deliver iconic infrastructure projects with
budgets ranging from $36 Million to over $600 Million.

7. Services
• Risk Management
• Dispute Resolution/Avoidance
• Planning
• Project Control and
Earned Value Management
• CDM Health and Safety
• Feasibility and Environmental
Management
• Commercial Management
• Project Management
• Air and Maritime
• Energy: Gas, Oil & Electricity
• Power Generation:
Wind, Waste to Energy, Biomass,
Carbon Capture & Nuclear
• Water
• Transport: Road, Rail, Ports,
Highways
“A Solid Foundation for Growth”
Professional Services for the Delivery of
International Construction Programmes
Sectors

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Introduction to JAB
Advantages of Engaging JAB
Case Study – Circle Line Stage 4 & 5 – Contract 855
Summary
Commercial Claims Management Support Structure
Professional Services for international construction programmes
Presentation Overview

9. i - Example Overview of JAB Team
ii - Roles of the Contract Manager
iii - Responsibilities of the Contract Manager
Claim Management and Commercial Support Structure
2 – Claims Management and Commercial Support
Structure

10. Typical Example of Structure For
Claim Management Support Services
Claim Management Structure
Contract Manager
John Blowers
Senior Consultant
Lee Chia Wei
Senior Consultant
Rob Maguire
Rodyk & Davidson
Legal Support/Advice & Expert
Services Requirements
Senior QS
Emma Castro

11.  Drafting relevant correspondences and contractual documents
 Presenting strategic advice in relation to any contractual issues
 Attending any meetings (internal and/or external)
 Preparing claims for Extensions of Time and/or additional cost
 Identification and substantiation of any variations
 Protecting/ defending claims issued by subcontractors/ suppliers etc
 Providing advice on ways of handling/ preventing disputes
2 – Commercial Claims Management Structure
iii. Contract Manager – Role and Duties

12.  Single point of contact for Client
 Overall responsibility for delivery of claim management support service
 Responsibility for ensuring work is undertaken in strict accordance with Client requirements
and instructions
 Convening of periodic, regular internal team meetings with Clients site management
members
 Final review and endorsement of JAB documentation prior to submission to Client
Management
2 – Commercial Claims Management Structure
ii. Contract Manager - Responsibilities

13. i - JAB Experience of Preparing Claims on Behalf of Main Contractors and
System Wide Contractors in Singapore
ii - JAB Experience Preparing Claims on LTA MRT Projects
iii – Support From Law Firm Collaboration (R&D)
iv – Existing Support Services to ongoing Downtown Line and Thomson
Line Contractors
JAB Value Proposition
3. Advantages of JAB Engagement

14. Singapore’s Circle Line Contract 855
4. Case Study
Construction & Completion of Holland, Buona Vista and NUH
Station Including One-North Station Fit Out Works & Tunnels

15.  Contract 855 was awarded to the Woh Hup-Alpine-STEC JV (Main Contractor) in
August 2004 for a Contract Sum of S$400 million
 Significant post-contract variations were identified as emanating from the new
requirements implemented by BCA into the design of temporary works earth retaining
structures as a consequence of the Nicol Highway incident
 Other claim and variation events were encountered during the execution of the Works
giving rise to claims for additional costs and/or time extensions
 JAB were commissioned by the Main Contractor to provide commercial and
contractual advisory services
4. Case Study
Circle Line - Project Overview

16. Establishing robust commercial procedures to capture any change events on site
Identifying and serving written notification of any claim and/or variation issues to the Client
(LTA) in a timely manner in accordance with the contract provisions
Developing and updating claim reports to demonstrate contractual entitlement, providing a
forensic analysis of all correspondence/meeting minutes to outline the chronology of events
and the inclusion of all supporting information pertaining to time and cost implications
Responding to all correspondence pertaining to the individual claim items
Representing the Main Contractor in any contractual meetings
Establishing and management of a dedicated claims team assigned to negotiate and pursue a
settlement of all outstanding contract issues
4. Case Study
Circle Line - JAB Role

17. – Typical Claim Events Encountered
 Variations resulting in associated time/cost implications due to Client instructed
changes
 Delays to commencement of construction work due to delayed access to Site
 Delay/Disruption events caused by other contractors engaged by the Client
 Late issue of design information by the Client
 Delays caused due to the encountering of adverse ground conditions
 Delays caused by Client issued instructions to stop work
4. Case Study
Circle Line – Project Claims

18.  In total the Main Contractor issued over 70 notified claims for additional costs
and time extensions
 Through a Commercial Settlement in late 2008, the Main Contractor was
awarded significant monetary compensation and an Extension of time of 18
months for the amicable settlement of all contractual matters known up to
that period
 This Commercial Settlement figure represented 25% of the original Contract
Sum and was approximately 75% of the overall claim amount submitted by
the Main Contractor
Circle Line – Project Summary
4. Case Study

19. • JAB has significant experience of working in Singapore working with major local and
international Clients within the construction industry over various disciplines
• JAB has full support from Rodyk & Davidson for any legal issues via a collaboration agreement
• JAB has an excellent track record in successfully negotiating claims on behalf of their Clients
• JAB has experience working with both Main Contractors and System Wide Contractors
preparing claims for Extensions of Time and additional costs on their behalf
5 - Summary
Presentation Summary

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JAB Consulting Pte Ltd
JAB Consulting Pte Ltd t. +65 6507 4429
111 North Bridge Road f. +65 6507 4408
#21-01 Peninsula Plaza m. +65 9625 5683
Singapore 179098 e. john@jabc.com.sg