Job-Site Resolution.......

Alternate Needs

Disputes within the design and construction industries are far too common and typically result in substantial cost damages and delays to all of the parties involved.  Because of the enormous expense involved in the standard litigation process, various alternative dispute resolution methods are often sought after.  In addition to the traditional methods of ADR such as mediation, arbitration and mini-trials, there is another technique becoming more and more common due to its overwhelming success.  This method, referred to as Job-Site Resolution (JSR) provides many benefits not always found in other ADR options.

JSR Benefits

Even at a time when disputes arise, it is believed that the original goals established for completing the project remains a common ground between the disputing parties.  With these goals in mind, Job-Site Resolution provides the opportunity to keep the project on track while providing resolution benefits to each of the parties.

Reducing costs associated with design and construction related disputes are always in each parties best interest.  Delaying the resolution process inherently results in additional delays in completing the project.  Additionally, when the dispute is deferred to another means for resolution such as arbitration or litigation, increased costs are incurred through legal fees, expert witnesses, and the costly process of preparing the case for trial.  Addressing the dispute at the job site when it arises eliminates these fees while also mitigating potential damage claims due to project delays.

JSR Application

Addressing disputes early at the job-site provides for current and better information.  This technique allows the parties involved to be a direct part of the resolution process keeping all of the issues leading to the dispute fresh in their minds.  Delaying the resolution process typically results in lost information and personnel making it difficult to re-establish actual events.  Job-Site Resolution methods allow for a team approach while bringing the parties attention back to the original goals of the project.  The job-site provides a familiar and comfortable environment allowing each of the team members to be actively involved.

AAG Approach

Similar to mediation services, The Architectural Alliance Group will act as a catalyst in facilitating a resolution.  AAG will meet with the parties at the job-site, review relevant data, evaluate the current conditions and make recommendations.  AAG will work with each of the team members in developing solutions which are beneficial to all parties.

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