Forensic Planning

When project teams start focusing on past issues instead of looking ahead, it often signals that things aren’t progressing as planned.

The Details

Strategic Programme Management

Timelign’s experienced team has worked on both the client and contractor sides of project delivery. This dual perspective enables us to take a balanced approach in supporting contractual claims through forensic planning, ensuring our clients can effectively demonstrate their commercial position.

What is Forensic Planning?

Forensic planning is the process of analyzing delays that have occurred during construction program periods. The term “forensic” is used because this analysis is typically conducted after the construction process has been completed. Forensic planning is often necessary when legal action is taken by either party involved in the contract.

4D Planning

Every construction contract includes a commencement and completion date, which allows for the creation of a construction program that outlines when various activities will occur. Delays in construction projects can arise from a variety of circumstances, including:

Inadequate information
Contractor performance issues
Variations in specifications and design
Poor communication
Financial challenges

These and other factors can lead to delays in a construction contract. By understanding these delays, a planning engineer can assess their impact and evaluate how each issue affects the overall construction program.