Certified Cost Professional: EOT & Cost Claims in Saudi Arabia

This technical paper, prepared for Certified Cost Professional (CCP) certification, presents a comprehensive case study on extension of time (EOT) and cost claims within an EPC project of a 33kV Switching Station in Saudi Arabia. The paper delves into common issues in construction contracts, emphasizing strategies for analyzing time extension claims and providing a detailed analysis of delays, including revised project specifications and interface contractor delays. The study uses empirical data collected from an ongoing project, examining excusable compensable and non-compensable delays, their impact on project milestones, and the application of liquidated damages. It also covers the importance of record-keeping, construction program management, causation of delays, and compensation methods, offering practical solutions and insights into resolving delay claims. The paper highlights the challenges of managing delays and disruptions, providing valuable information for professionals and students in the construction industry, and is available on Desklib.