ADR Support in the Construction Industry
Disputes in construction are common, whether caused by delays, variations, payment issues or contract interpretation. Left unresolved, they can quickly escalate, leading to costly litigation, strained relationships and stalled projects.
At Oak Management Service Ltd (OMS), we specialise in helping clients navigate these challenges through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) support.
Why ADR?
ADR offers a more collaborative, efficient and cost-effective way to settle disputes compared to litigation. It encompasses methods such as:
- Mediation – a neutral facilitator helps parties reach a mutually acceptable settlement.
- Adjudication – a quick decision process under construction contracts.
- Arbitration – a binding resolution outside of court.
- Negotiation – structured discussions between parties.
The benefits are clear:
✅ Faster resolutions than court proceedings
✅ Lower costs by avoiding prolonged litigation
✅ Confidential handling of sensitive issues
✅ Preserved relationships through collaborative solutions
✅ Commercially focused outcomes
Our Expertise in ADR Support
Principal Consultant Matthew Bines brings over 33 years of commercial and project leadership experience with Tier 1 contractors such as Taylor Woodrow, Galliford Try, Mace, Morgan Sindall and Costain.
As an Accredited Mediator with CIArb (MCIArb) and a Fellow of both CIOB and RICS, Matthew provides:
- ADR preparation support – reviewing evidence, contracts, and claims.
- Strategic advice – helping businesses choose the most effective ADR route.
- Representation and guidance – ensuring positions are clearly presented during proceedings.
- Settlement-focused outcomes – working toward fair, commercially viable resolutions.
This combination of hands-on project experience and professional qualifications allows OMS to support clients with both practical insight and technical expertise.
When to Use ADR Support
ADR is particularly effective for disputes involving:
- NEC or JCT contracts (and bespoke forms)
- Delay, disruption, and extension of time claims
- Final account disagreements
- Payment disputes and cash flow challenges
- Quality or performance issues
- Contract termination
Why Choose Oak Management Service Ltd?
Choosing OMS for ADR support means working with a consultancy that understands construction disputes from every angle; project site delivery, commercial leadership, and executive-level decision-making.
You benefit from:
- Accredited ADR expertise (MCIArb)
- Chartered professional recognition (FCIOB, FRICS)
- Decades of Tier 1 contractor experience across multiple sectors
- Independent, impartial, and commercially focused advice
- A commitment to resolving disputes quickly, fairly, and effectively
Turning Conflict into Resolution
At Oak Management Service Ltd, we help clients protect their projects, their finances, and their business relationships by providing specialist ADR support.
📞 07973 269802
📧 info@oakms.co.uk
📍 Oxfordshire, OX49