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Construction Claims & Project Controls

Measured claims.
Proven results.

We protect your contractual entitlements through expert delay analysis, quantum claims, and project controls advisory — across the GCC and internationally.

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$500M+
Project value managed
100+
Projects delivered
17+
Years of expertise
98%
Client satisfaction

Who We Serve

Solutions tailored to your role

Contractors

Claim preparation, schedule defense, cost recovery

Project Owners

Claims assessment, cost control, project oversight

Government

PMO support, audit, controls, compliance

Law Firms

Expert reports, arbitration, litigation support
PMP — PMI PSP — AACE RMP — PMI PRIMAVERA P6 DELTEK ACUMEN TILOS MONTE CARLO FIDIC

Services

What we do

End-to-end construction claims and project controls consulting across the full project lifecycle.

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Delay Analysis

Forensic schedule analysis using TIA, Windows, As-Planned vs As-Built, and Collapsed As-Built. SCL Protocol and AACE compliant.

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Quantum & Cost Claims

Precise quantification of prolongation, disruption, acceleration, and variation costs. Evidence-based submissions that withstand scrutiny.

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Project Controls

Baseline scheduling, earned value management, cost control, risk assessment, and progress reporting. Primavera P6 and MS Project.

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Contract Administration

FIDIC 2017 and NEC4 advisory, notice management, variation assessment, EOT submissions, and contractual correspondence.

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Dispute Resolution

Expert witness reports, arbitration and DAB support, mediation assistance. ICC, LCIA, DIAC, and ad hoc proceedings.

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Training & Advisory

Tailored workshops on FIDIC contracts, claims preparation, Primavera P6, and project controls best practices for your team.

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Our Approach

The Claimetrica framework

Every engagement follows our proven five-stage methodology — systematic, transparent, and built to withstand scrutiny.

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Records Review

Comprehensive assessment of project documentation, contracts, schedules, and correspondence.

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Event Analysis

Identification and categorization of delay events, variations, and disruption causes.

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Forensic Analysis

Rigorous delay and quantum analysis using internationally recognized methodologies.

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Claim Preparation

Evidence-based submission with clear narrative, supporting schedules, and cross-referenced documentation.

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Resolution Support

Negotiation advisory, rebuttal analysis, and expert witness testimony through to settlement.

Case Studies

Selected work

Anonymized project summaries demonstrating our track record.

Delay Claim — KSA

Infrastructure Mega-Project

Prepared a comprehensive TIA delay claim for a 36-month project impacted by design changes and access restrictions.

285 days
Extension of time awarded
Quantum Claim — UAE

Commercial Tower

Quantified prolongation and disruption costs for a high-rise contractor impacted by late design approvals and concurrent delays.

$8.2M
Recovered in prolongation costs
Project Controls — KSA

Oil & Gas Facility

Implemented a complete project controls framework including baseline scheduling, EVM, and risk management for a $450M greenfield facility.

On time
Delivered within schedule & budget
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Our Expertise

Built on evidence

Claimetrica is led by Salem Albakri — BEng, PMP, PSP, RMP — a specialist in construction planning, scheduling, delay analysis, and project controls with over 20 years of hands-on experience across infrastructure, oil & gas, commercial, and mixed-use EPC projects in Saudi Arabia, Canada, the UK, and the wider Middle East.

Salem has held senior project controls and planning leadership roles at Parsons (PIF secondment), KEO International (Diriyah Gate), WSP, Kiewit Corporation, and the NouvLR consortium (SNC-Lavalin, Dragados, Aecon, AECOM) — working on some of the most complex projects in the region including Vision 2030 giga-projects, the Réseau Express Métropolitain, and major Saudi developments.

Highly conversant with delay analysis methods including Time Impact Analysis (TIA), Window Analysis, and Collapsed As-Built. Proficient in Primavera P6, Deltek Acumen, TILOS, and Monte Carlo risk simulation. Every engagement at Claimetrica is personally led by Salem — not delegated to juniors.

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PIF & Giga-Project Experience

Portfolio planning oversight for national-level giga-projects including ROSHN, Diriyah Gate, Saudi Downtown, and EXPO 2030.

International Track Record

Senior roles at global firms — Parsons, KEO, WSP, Kiewit, SNC-Lavalin — across KSA, Canada, UK, and UAE.

Bilingual Arabic & English

Full capability in both languages — reports, submissions, presentations, and expert testimony.

Transparent Value

Same caliber of expertise as HKA or Ankura — at 50-65% lower cost. Flexible pricing: hourly, retainer, fixed, or success-based.

20+
Years of planning, scheduling
& project controls
$500M+
Total project value
managed & advised
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Countries: KSA, Canada
UK & UAE
100%
Principal consultant
led engagements

Infrastructure & Transport

Light rail (67km REM), airports, highways, parking facilities, and utilities — from Montreal to Riyadh

Oil, Gas & Energy

Compressor stations, pipelines, industrial facilities — TC Energy, Jubail Royal Commission

Commercial, Hospitality & Mixed-Use

Luxury hotels, high-rise towers, retail developments — including $160M Elaf Galleria Hotel, Jeddah

PMP — PMI PSP — AACE RMP — PMI BEng Mechanical — UK Primavera P6 Deltek Acumen TILOS Monte Carlo Simulation

Testimonials

What our clients say

“Their delay analysis was thorough, well-structured, and instrumental in our successful claim recovery. The level of detail and professionalism exceeded our expectations.”

Project Manager

Infrastructure Contractor, KSA

“We engaged Claimetrica for project controls on a complex facility. Their EVM implementation gave us visibility we never had before. Delivered exactly what was promised.”

Contracts Director

O&G Developer, UAE

“Bilingual capability was critical for our arbitration. Their expert report was clear, balanced, and withstood rigorous cross-examination. We will use them again without hesitation.”

Legal Partner

Construction Law Firm, Riyadh

Our Team

Senior experts. Every engagement.

Meet the team
Salem Albakri

Salem Albakri

Principal Consultant

20+ years · BEng Mechanical · Delay analysis, project controls, and scheduling across GCC and Canadian mega-projects.

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Mohamed Sabbah

Mohamed Sabbah

Associate Director, Planning & Scheduling

22+ years · BSc Civil Engineering · Primavera P6, CPM scheduling, earned value, and forensic delay analysis on large-scale KSA projects.

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Zahir Patel

Associate Director, Cost & Risk

25+ years · BS Mechanical Engineering · Program management, cost control, and risk advisory for multi-billion-dollar EPC and infrastructure programs.

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Insights

Latest thinking

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FIDIC — 5 min read

7 Critical FIDIC 2017 Clauses Every GCC Contractor Must Know

Understanding the key changes that directly impact your claim entitlement and notice obligations.
Delay — 8 min read

Concurrent Delay in Saudi Projects: A Practical Guide

How concurrent delay is assessed under Saudi law and FIDIC, and what it means for your EOT claim.
Claims — 6 min read

5 Common Mistakes in EOT Submissions

The most frequent errors that weaken or invalidate otherwise valid extension of time claims.

Free Resource

Construction Claims Readiness Checklist

A practical 12-point checklist covering notice obligations, document management, and claim substantiation. Used by project managers across the GCC.

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PDF — 12 pages — Free

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is a construction claim?
A construction claim is a formal request by a contractor or project owner for additional time (extension of time) or money arising from events not anticipated in the original contract. Common causes include design changes, differing site conditions, delays caused by the other party, and force majeure events.
What delay analysis methods do you use?
We use all internationally recognized methods including Time Impact Analysis (TIA), Windows Analysis, As-Planned vs As-Built, Collapsed As-Built, and Impacted As-Planned. We select the most appropriate method based on available records, contract requirements, and the nature of delay events, in accordance with the SCL Protocol and AACE practices.
Do you work with both contractors and owners?
Yes. We serve all project stakeholders including main contractors, subcontractors, project owners, developers, government entities, and law firms. Whether you need to prepare a claim or assess and defend against one, we provide objective, evidence-based analysis.
What areas do you serve?
We are based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and serve clients across the entire GCC (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman) and internationally. Our team provides services in both English and Arabic.
How much does a construction claims consultant cost?
Our pricing is flexible — we offer hourly rates, daily rates, monthly retainers, fixed fees, and success-based arrangements. Our rates are typically 50-65% below large international consultancies while delivering the same caliber of expertise. Contact us for a free initial consultation and quotation.
What is the difference between a delay claim and a disruption claim?
A delay claim relates to events that pushed the project completion beyond the contractual deadline, entitling the contractor to an extension of time and potentially prolongation costs. A disruption claim relates to events that reduced productivity without necessarily causing delay — such as congested work areas, out-of-sequence work, or excessive design changes.

Have a claim or project challenge?

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