Quantity Surveying | Claims | Dispute Resolution
Expert Quantity Surveying. Effective Claims Management. Confident Dispute Resolution.
Chari Quantity Surveyors (Pty) Ltd provides professional quantity surveying, construction claims, cost management, and dispute resolution services. Based in Midrand, South Africa, we help clients manage project costs, navigate contractual complexities, and achieve commercially sound project outcomes.
- Professional Integrity
- Commercial Expertise
- Client-Focused Solutions
About Us
Your Trusted Partner in Construction Cost and Contract Management
Chari Quantity Surveyors (Pty) Ltd is a professional quantity surveying, construction claims, and dispute resolution consultancy based in Midrand, South Africa.
We are committed to delivering exceptional value for money through reliable, cost-effective, and client-focused professional services. Our business is built on the principles of integrity, diligence, accountability, and professional excellence.
With extensive industry exposure, practical experience, and specialist expertise in construction and engineering, we help clients manage project costs, navigate contractual obligations, assess construction claims, and resolve complex commercial disputes.
We understand that successful project delivery requires a careful balance of cost, time, contractual compliance, and quality. Our approach focuses on providing sound professional advice and practical solutions that meet our clients’ requirements without compromising essential project objectives.
At Chari Quantity Surveyors, we strive to build lasting client relationships by understanding each project’s unique requirements, managing financial and contractual risks, and delivering professional services throughout the construction life cycle.
Our Services
Comprehensive Quantity Surveying and Construction Consultancy Services
We provide integrated pre-contract, post-contract, construction claims, and dispute resolution services to support informed decisions, effective cost management, and successful project delivery.
Pre-Contract Services
Establish a strong financial and contractual foundation for your construction project through strategic cost planning, procurement advice, and tender management.
Post-Contract Services
Maintain financial control and contractual clarity through effective cost monitoring, valuations, variations management, and final account settlement.
Dispute Resolution Services
Obtain professional support for construction claims, contractual disputes, forensic delay analysis, and quantum assessments.
Pre-Contract Services
Establish a strong financial and contractual foundation for your construction project through strategic cost planning, procurement advice, and tender management.
Quantity Surveying Scope Definition
Defining the scope of quantity surveying services from project inception and advising on appropriate procurement policies and strategies.
Cost Planning, Estimating and Value Engineering
Developing cost plans, preparing reliable cost estimates, and identifying opportunities to optimise project value without compromising quality or functionality.
Financial Viability and Life Cycle Costing
Conducting financial feasibility studies, life cycle costing, and whole-life cost assessments to evaluate project affordability and long-term financial implications.
Detailed Construction Cost Estimates
Preparing comprehensive construction cost estimates to support budgeting, financial planning, and investment decisions.
Procurement and Tender Documentation
Preparing procurement strategies, tender documentation, bills of quantities, and other relevant contractual and pricing documents.
Tender Adjudication and Contract Formation
Evaluating tender submissions, facilitating tender negotiations, advising on contractor selection, and supporting the formation of construction contracts.
Post-Contract Services
Maintain financial control and contractual clarity through effective cost monitoring, valuations, variations management, and final account settlement.
Progress Valuations and Interim Payment Certificates
Assessing work completed and preparing interim payment certificates to support accurate and timely payments in accordance with contractual requirements.
Cost Control, Management and Reporting
Monitoring project expenditure against approved budgets, identifying potential cost overruns, and providing financial reports to support informed decision-making.
Variations and Claims Management
Evaluating, valuing, negotiating, and assisting with the resolution of variations and contractual claims.
Measurement of Work in Progress
Measuring and assessing completed and ongoing construction work to support accurate valuations and financial reporting.
Final Account Measurement and Settlement
Preparing, reviewing, negotiating, and settling final accounts for principal contracts and subcontracts.
Dispute Resolution Services
Obtain professional support for construction claims, contractual disputes, forensic delay analysis, and quantum assessments.
Claims Avoidance, Management and Resolution
Identifying potential sources of disputes, managing contractual claims, and supporting effective resolution.
Contractual and Advisory Services
Providing professional advice on construction contracts, contractual obligations, commercial risks, and dispute-related matters.
Forensic Delay Analysis
Analysing project programmes, construction records, delay events, and critical path activities to assess delays and their potential contractual implications.
Quantum Analysis
Evaluating the financial value of construction claims, including variations, prolongation costs, additional costs, and other disputed amounts.
Claims Preparation and Strategy Formulation
Preparing and assessing construction claims and developing strategies based on contractual provisions and available evidence.
Expert Witness and Determination Services
Providing specialist technical and quantum analysis to support dispute proceedings, including expert witness services and determination-related assignments where appropriately appointed.
Risk Management and Mitigation
Identifying contractual, commercial, and project delivery risks and recommending measures to minimise exposure and prevent disputes.
Multidisciplinary Expertise Across Critical Sectors
Our team combines quantity surveying and construction law expertise with practical experience across diverse construction and engineering environments in Southern Africa and the Middle East.
Energy
Mining
Engineering
Building Construction
Infrastructure
Recreational Projects
Our multidisciplinary experience enables us to understand the commercial, technical, and contractual challenges associated with projects of varying scale and complexity.
Our Expertise
Professional Expertise. Integrated Solutions.
Chari Quantity Surveyors (Pty) Ltd comprises a team of professional quantity surveyors and construction law experts with experience across diverse construction and engineering sectors in Southern Africa and the Middle East.
Our team brings together more than 15 years of post-qualification experience across energy, mining, engineering, building construction, infrastructure, and recreational projects.
We combine multidisciplinary knowledge and practical industry experience to provide consulting services throughout the entire project life cycle.
Our capabilities span pre-contract planning and cost estimating, contract administration, commercial management, post-contract cost control, construction claims, and dispute resolution.
Through our integrated approach, we provide professional guidance, commercially sound advice, and tailored solutions that help clients manage costs, mitigate contractual risks, and pursue successful project outcomes.
- Pre-contract planning and cost estimating
- Contract administration
- Commercial management
- Post-contract cost control
- Construction claims
- Dispute resolution
Our Mission
Committed to Excellence and Client Value
Our mission is to deliver high-quality, client-focused quantity surveying, construction claims, and dispute resolution services that are aligned with our clients’ requirements, project objectives, and available resources, while upholding the highest standards of professional ethics, integrity, accountability, and industry best practice.
We believe that exceptional service goes beyond delivering projects within the established parameters of cost, time, and quality. It requires a continuous commitment to understanding and addressing our clients’ evolving needs, ensuring that every project delivers meaningful value and satisfactory outcomes.
We achieve this through a thorough understanding of our clients’ requirements from project inception throughout the entire project life cycle. By providing sound professional advice, proactive cost management, and practical, tailored solutions, we help our clients respond effectively to changing project demands while protecting their commercial interests and achieving their project objectives.
Why Work With Chari Quantity Surveyors?
Professional Integrity
We approach every assignment with integrity, diligence, accountability, and professional care.
Client-Focused Solutions
We tailor our advice to each client’s objectives, requirements, and available resources.
Integrated Expertise
Our combined quantity surveying and construction law knowledge supports informed commercial and contractual decisions.
Life-Cycle Perspective
We understand the importance of effective cost and contractual management from project inception through completion.
Cost and Risk Awareness
We focus on cost control, financial transparency, and proactive identification of commercial risks.
Regional Experience
Our experience spans construction and engineering sectors in Southern Africa and the Middle East.
Our Professional Associations
Let’s Discuss Your Next Project
Whether you require pre-contract cost planning, post-contract quantity surveying, construction claims support, or dispute resolution consultancy, Chari Quantity Surveyors is ready to discuss your project requirements.
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Get in Touch With Chari Quantity Surveyors
Contact our team to discuss your construction project, quantity surveying requirements, contractual concerns, or construction claims and dispute resolution needs.
Contact details
Office address
Block 4, The Willows Gardens Office Park
Midrand, 1685
South Africa
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