Kingsway Loop Completion for Rochdale Borough Council

Key Responsibilities:

• Commercial and Contractual Management: Managed all financial and contractual aspects, overseeing a senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) to ensure obligations were met.
• Compensation Events: Negotiated and agreed upon several compensation events with the main contractor, demonstrating strong negotiation skills.
• Site and Client Meetings: Regular attendance at site visits and client meetings ensured alignment and prompt issue resolution.
• Design Change Management: Addressed and resolved contentious changes to the culvert design proposed by the Contractor, ensuring modifications met standards.

Challenges and Solutions:

• Negotiation of Compensation Events: Successfully negotiated multiple compensation events through effective communication and strategy.
• Managing Design Changes: Resolved contentious culvert design changes by thorough review and detailed discussions with stakeholders and the Contractor.

Outcome:

The project was completed successfully with efficient management of commercial and contractual matters. Proactive handling of compensation events and design changes ensured the project met the expectations of Rochdale Borough Council, contributing to local infrastructure improvements.

This case study highlights the importance of meticulous management and negotiation in handling commercial, contractual, and design change challenges in construction projects.