The programme is a fundamental and pivotal component of NEC4, serving as a contractual tool for managing project progress, forecasting, and assessing the impact of compensation events. Our expert team ensures that your NEC4 programme is developed, maintained, and updated in accordance with contractual obligations, minimising risks and facilitating clear communication between all relevant parties.
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
Programme development
We work with our clients to develop an initial programme that complies with NEC4 requirements. This includes detailed schedules of all key activities, dependencies, requisite dates, float, risk and health and safety requirements. The programme will also identify critical paths, milestones, and contractual obligations, ensuring that the project is accurately planned from the outset.
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Programme updates and revisions
NEC4 requires regular updates to reflect actual progress and any changes in scope, impacted delays, rectification of defects and general sequence changes. We shall update and revise programmes as needed, ensuring they remain accurate and in line with both the project’s development and contractual requirements. This includes incorporating early warnings, compensation events, and any other issues that arise.
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Critical path and delay analysis
We offer in-depth analysis of the programme’s critical path, identifying potential delays and their impact on the project’s overall schedule. Our delay analysis services help determine whether delays are contractor or client-related and provide support in developing mitigation strategies or claims, ensuring any contractual entitlements are preserved.
Risk and early warning management
One of the core principles of NEC4 is the proactive management of risks through the early warning process. We help you identify and record risks early, ensuring they are communicated through the proper channels and incorporated into the programme. This enables swift action to mitigate risks and minimise the potential for disputes.
Change and compensation event management
Changes in scope or unforeseen events often require adjustments to the programme. We assist with managing compensation events under NEC4 by assessing their impact on the project timeline and updating the programme accordingly. This service ensures that both time and resource implications are reflected in the contract and communicated to all relevant parties.
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Monitoring and reporting
We provide ongoing monitoring of project progress, including regular status reports and performance assessments. Our reporting aligns with NEC4’s requirements, providing clear visibility into the project’s current status, any deviations from the programme, and recommended corrective actions to keep the project on track.