Expert Witness Consultancy Services
QCost Consultants provides independent, qualified expert witness services to support legal proceedings involving building and construction disputes. Our team of experienced quantity surveyors and construction cost experts deliver objective, evidence-based reports that assist courts and tribunals—including the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT)—in resolving complex contractual and financial matters.
We offer the following expert witness services:
- Independent Expert Reports
Preparation of detailed expert reports compliant with the Expert Witness Code of Conduct, suitable for submission in NCAT, court, or arbitration proceedings. - Opinion Evidence for Legal Proceedings
Provision of impartial, professional opinions on matters such as cost overruns, variations, delays, and defective works, grounded in industry standards and contractual frameworks. - Scott Schedules
Development of structured Scott Schedules to clearly present disputed items, cost assessments, and expert commentary in a format accepted by NCAT and other legal forums.
Our expert witnesses act with complete independence and integrity, assisting the Court or Tribunal by providing clear, unbiased opinions within their area of expertise. We are frequently engaged in disputes involving:
- Residential and commercial building contracts
- Progress payment disputes under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW)
- Variations, delays, and defective work claims
- Final account and quantum disputes
Why Choose QCost Consultants?
- Extensive experience delivering expert reports and opinion evidence in NCAT, court, and arbitration proceedings involving complex construction and contractual disputes.
- Deep technical knowledge of building contracts, cost estimation, and quantum analysis, ensuring accurate, defensible expert opinions.
- Recognised for impartiality, professionalism, and strict adherence to the Expert Witness Code of Conduct, providing trusted support to legal teams and decision-makers.