A Project Neutral® is an impartial third-party peacemaker who is appointed to help construction project parties avoid and resolve disputes by facilitating discussions, identifying issues, and advocating for the success of the project, not for any individual stakeholder.

The Project Neutral® is a respected industry expert with training as a partner facilitator, mediator and arbitrator. They are appointed before a dispute emerges, or after a problem arises, always with the objective of eliminating costly and time-consuming litigation.

A Project Neutral® brings a wealth of expertise and experience to a construction project. They have extensive knowledge of the construction process, including design, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. This expertise can help ensure that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They also perform an in-depth design and document review, assess project risks, and help parties plan for mitigating them.

The Project Neutral® helps resolve a wide range of disputes related to the construction project, and their goal is to help parties reach resolutions that are fair, efficient, and cost-effective. Their services are provided in strict confidence under the mediation privilege, and they excel at talking to all the parties to reach an agreed solution.

A Project Neutral® is appropriate for most projects over $10 million on economic grounds alone.

A Project Neutral® may be asked to provide binding decisions on disputes up to $50,000, and an expedited, but appealable, resolution of disputes up to $1 million. These project tools are far more cost-effective than traditional ADR methods.

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There are many reasons why Project Owners engage a Project Neutral® for major jobs:

  • A Project Neutral® is an unbiased and impartial party who can provide an objective view of the project. They can help ensure that all parties involved in the project are working towards a common goal and can provide an unbiased assessment of any issues or disputes that may arise.

  • A Project Neutral® is also a highly trained and certified Mediator. In virtually every state and in federal practice, the conversations of the Project Neutral® with parties are confidential and privileged.

  • A Project Neutral® can help identify and manage project risks, such as unforeseen delays or budget overruns. They can also help ensure that all parties involved in the project are adhering to safety and regulatory requirements.

  • A Project Neutral® can help identify cost-saving opportunities throughout the project. They can help negotiate contracts, manage change orders, and ensure that the project is being executed in the most cost-effective manner possible.

  • A Project Neutral® can help ensure that disputes are resolved at the time they arise, thereby helping on time completion, which can save the owner both time and money. They can help manage the project schedule, monitor progress, and ensure that any issues or delays are addressed quickly and efficiently.

  • A Project Neutral® is an inspirational participant in the construction process: they keep parties together.

    The Project Neutral® is an advocate for safety, quality, timeliness, and cooperation in reaching Project objectives.