Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contract Experts in Maidstone
Established in 2005, G V E Commercial Solutions has built a reputation as a trusted provider of construction contract consultancy. Our team of expert quantity surveyors and commercial managers specialise in NEC and JCT contracts, offering tailored support across all project phases from procurement to dispute resolution. With two decades of collective experience, we deliver strategic advice on subcontracts, supply-chain strategies, and compensation event assessments. Our programming specialists ensure compliance through tendering support and monthly programme updates.Recognised for resolving contract disputes via adjudication, arbitration and litigation, we combine technical expertise with practical solutions. Clients benefit from our award-winning training workshops, which adapt to project-specific requirements. As advocates of the Pay on Time initiative, we maintain transparency in all client relationships. Our portfolio includes landmark infrastructure projects such as Thames Tideway East and the M20 Junction 10a highways development. Headquartered in Maidstone, Kent, we serve clients across the UK construction sector.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Expert Contract Advice
Commercial Management
Programming Services
Dispute Resolution
NEC Contract Training
JCT Contract Support
Compensation Event Assessment
Contract Health Checks
Project Programming
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Specialise in NEC and JCT contract advisory services
- 20 years' experience in construction industry consultancy
- Award-winning contract training workshops available
- Proven track record on major infrastructure projects
- Support clients from tendering through project completion
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our quantity surveying services provide comprehensive cost control and financial management for construction projects. We deliver accurate cost analysis, budget forecasting and value engineering solutions. Our team ensures clients maintain financial oversight throughout project lifecycles.
Expert Contract Advice
Specialist contract advisory covering NEC and JCT frameworks. We provide procurement strategy development, subcontract management and supply-chain compliance. Our consultants ensure contractual frameworks protect client interests at all project stages.
Dispute Resolution
Proactive dispute management and resolution services covering adjudication, arbitration and litigation. Our experts analyse contract breaches, assess compensation claims and develop negotiation strategies to resolve conflicts efficiently.
Programming Services
NEC-compliant programming support from tendering to completion. We create detailed project timelines, manage compensation event programmes and conduct delay impact analysis to maintain project progress.
Contract Training
Tailored training programmes on NEC and JCT contracts. Our workshops cover contract administration, compensation event management and dispute prevention techniques for construction professionals.
People
Steve Goodwin
Managing Director
With over 20 years' experience in construction consultancy, Steve leads our NEC contract advisory services. He specialises in dispute resolution and contract strategy development for major infrastructure projects.
Andrew Wooldridge-Irving
Associate Director
Andrew manages commercial support services for JCT contracts. His expertise includes procurement strategies and subcontractor management across complex construction projects.
Luke Parham
Director
Luke oversees programming services, delivering expert schedule analysis and delay impact assessments. He specialises in NEC contract compliance for infrastructure developments.
Matt Clark
Managing Director
As director of G V E Commercial Solutions (Building) Ltd, Matt provides contract management expertise for building construction projects. He leads training programme development.
Ali Parham
Marketing Manager
Ali coordinates client communications and marketing initiatives. With 10 years in construction consultancy marketing, she manages digital outreach and client engagement strategies.
Questions
What construction contract types do you specialise in?
We specialise in NEC and JCT contracts, providing expert advisory services for both frameworks across all project phases.
Do you offer training for construction contract management?
Yes, we provide tailored NEC and JCT contract training workshops designed to meet specific project requirements.
Which geographic areas do you cover?
While based in Maidstone, Kent, we operate across the UK with particular expertise in London and South East infrastructure projects.
What dispute resolution methods do you handle?
Our team manages disputes through adjudication, arbitration and litigation processes, offering expert analysis and negotiation support.
Can you support both pre-contract and post-contract phases?
Yes, we provide comprehensive support from procurement and tendering through to contract completion and final account settlement.
