Extensions of time

Question 1

What clause is extensions of time dealt with?

Answer 1

2.20 Relevant events

Question 2

What is a relevant event?

Answer 2

Variations

CAI

Deferment of possession

Question 3

When must contractor give notice?

Answer 3

When it becomes reasonably apparent

Question 4

When have you experienced a delay?

Answer 4

On Ldubs for the plant deck remediations?

Question 5

How did you assess the plant deck delay was appropriate for an extension of time?

Answer 5

The contractor provided a delay notice

I then undertook a ‘Critical Path Analysis’.

Question 6

What method did you use for the delay analysis and are there alternatives?

Answer 6

Critical Path

There is also

• Overview of facts
• Comparing actual and planned progress

Question 7

How did you undertake the critical path analysis?

Answer 7

I analysed the works which were critical to completion using Microsoft Project.

The logic link between the the new plant deck and the reinstatement/replacement of plant was estimated two months and an additional month was included due to the consultant work required.

Question 8

What are the advantageous of using the critical path analysis?

Answer 8

Using software (Micro Project) allowed dynamic reactions on impact of delay. For instance, I can enter extensions of time onto critical pathways quickly and accurately.