Doha, Qatar – 29 August 2018:  Sean Vernon, Quantum Global Solutions Technical Manager – Qatar, recently presented ‘A quick look at Acceleration – what it is, when it happens and what it costs’ to the AACE® International (formerly the American Association of Cost Engineering) – Qatar Section.

The presentation and subsequent question and answer session discussed key issues affecting the AACEI members including what can lead up to acceleration, how contracts and industry guidelines view acceleration, what are the actual costs of accelerating and who pays this according to different scenarios that may arise.

In his opening address, Sean noted, ‘With Qatar forecast to spend more than US$ 200 billion on construction in the next decade with much of the money going towards the World Cup preparations in 2022 – time is money!  While delays are commonplace in construction the acceleration of projects is an increasingly common, and worrying, variable for contractors. Tonight’s discussion will allow members of the AACEI to debate the issues related to acceleration in their construction projects including the different types of acceleration, who’s responsible for that acceleration and most importantly – who pays!’

Over 60 members of the AACEI attended the technical presentation which was held at the Rotana City Center.

Sean Vernon is an experienced Quantity Surveyor, Contract and Claims Manager and RICS accredited Mediator from a building and civil engineering background. Sean has worked on projects ranging from small local authority refurbishment projects to a multi-million dollar engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) nuclear power station. His experience in a wide range of areas of construction from nuclear to housing refurbishment shows a flexibility and adaptability to the needs of a large variety of projects. Sean has good working knowledge of FIDIC, PWA and bespoke forms of contract.

AACE International  is a non-profit association that has served the cost management community since 1956. With over 9,000 members world-wide across 100 countries, AACE International serves cost management professionals in a variety of disciplines and across all industries. The Qatar Section comes under Region seven which covers the Middle East and North African Regions.

Quantum is acknowledged as one of the leading construction support consultancies dedicated to serving the interests of the international construction and engineering industries. In addition to regular industry presentations, Quantum is also actively involved in the presentation of training courses and mentoring programmes. The company is regulated by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is committed to setting and upholding the highest standards of excellence.

 


About Quantum Global Solutions

Quantum Global Solutions  is an independent global construction support consultancy dedicated to supporting the construction industry to manage their projects and avoid disputes. British founded and managed we partner with many of the leading contractors, lawyers and employers around the world.

Our experienced teams working across the MENA region, Asia, Europe, Africa and the USA, provide contractual, commercial and planning support to construction teams with expertise in forensic delay, quantum analysis and the preparation of entitlement submissions for the resolution of construction claims and disputes.

As a leading industry specialist, the Quantum team comprises over 120 industry specialists with experts in many fields including Chartered Engineers, Chartered Surveyors, Contracts/Commercial Specialists, Quantity Surveyors, Forensic Delay Analysts and Media Specialists. Our strong reputation around the world for exceptional quality of service is at the heart of our company’s customer-centric focus.

Quantum is regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and is committed to setting and upholding the highest standards of excellence.