Disruption Claims in Construction Projects

What is the primary purpose of a disruption claim in a construction project?

• To request additional time for project completion

• To claim compensation for changes in scope

• To request reimbursement for increased project costs due to delays

• To claim damages for harm caused by workers

Which of the following is typically required to support a disruption claim in a construction project?

• Proof of loss of profit

• A detailed analysis of the delay or disruption

• A letter from the project owner

• Proof of contractor's negligence

Which of these could be considered a cause for a disruption claim in a construction project?

• Contractor's failure to meet project milestones

• Unexpected site conditions or delays caused by the client

• Minor weather delays that do not impact the project timeline

• Subcontractor errors not impacting overall project progress

What is a common method used to calculate the cost of disruption in a construction claim?

• Time and materials calculation

• Cost per square foot of the project

• Evaluation of labor inefficiencies and equipment delays

• Lump-sum estimation of the entire project

When should a disruption claim ideally be submitted?

• Only at the end of the project

• As soon as the disruption is recognized

• At the time of contract signing

• After all work is completed

In the context of a disruption claim, 'acceleration' refers to:

• The project's progress meeting the planned schedule

• A request for additional time to complete work

• A situation where the contractor is forced to speed up work due to disruptions

• An increase in labor and material costs due to project delays

Which of the following documents can help substantiate a disruption claim?

• Change orders

• Daily logs or reports from the contractor

• Communications between the contractor and the client

• All of the above

If the contractor experiences delays due to weather conditions, what type of claim might be made?

• Variations claim

• Force majeure claim

• Disruption claim

• Termination claim

Which of the following could lead to a valid disruption claim by the contractor?

• Delays caused by subcontractor inefficiency

• Delays due to unforeseen changes in project design

• The contractor's failure to hire sufficient labor

• Late delivery of materials that were ordered by the contractor

Which party is typically responsible for proving the entitlement and quantum of a disruption claim in a construction project?

• Project owner

• Contractor

• Architect

• Project manager