Adam is a Quantity Surveyor with more than 20 years of experience.

He has held senior roles with several leading Main Contractors and possesses extensive expertise in all commercial aspects of construction. He has a deep understanding of various contract types commonly used in the UK construction industry. Adam specialises in preparing extension of time and quantum claims, as well as handling a wide range of other commercial matters.

Currently, he is pursuing an MSc in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution at King’s College London.

Ahmer is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 15 years of experience across various sectors.  He has worked in both client and main contractor organisations and has been involved in multi-million pound projects both in pre and post contract positions.

He currently specialises in strategic package procurement for sizeable infrastructure programmes and is particularly experienced in identifying, measuring and valuing changes for final accounts and claims.

Ahmer is also an RICS Accredited Mediator and RICS certified Expert Witness.

Andy is a Commercial Manager and Quantity Surveyor with over 25 years of experience in the industry.

With a background in Main Contracting, Andy specialises in the strategic commercial management of large-scale construction projects, particularly in preparing analyses and narratives aimed at securing extensions of time and recovering loss and/or expense.

David is a forensic delay analyst, Chartered Project Manager, and engineer with nearly 30 years of industry experience.

He specialises in investigating delay events and producing delay analyses that establish entitlement to extensions of time, as well as identifying potential concurrent delays to support claims for loss and expense.

David also contributed to the 5th edition of “Delay and Disruption in Construction Contracts – First Supplement” (2017) by Andrew Burr.

David has over 30 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor and is an RICS Accredited Mediator.

He has extensive expertise in all commercial matters, having held senior roles with several Main Contractors. Currently, he specialises in offering advice on contractual entitlements, variations, and dispute management, including the preparation of quantum and delay claims.

Duncan has nearly 30 years of experience as a Quantity Surveyor, specializing in cost planning, measurement, valuation, and tactical bid strategy.

He manages a team of consultants who assist him in his area of expertise. Duncan and his team also provide support to the dispute team whenever their skills are needed.

Emma specialises in quantity surveying and commercial management. She handles the full preparation of, or provides assistance with, claims including extension of time and loss and expense claims on behalf of Contractors and Sub-Contractors, as well as supporting Employers, Lawyers, and other Consultants.

Additionally, Emma is involved in identifying, measuring, and valuing changes, and presenting this information for final accounts and/or claims, both for Contractors and Sub-Contractors, and in assisting Employers, Lawyers, and other Consultants.

Emma is a Quantity Surveyor with over 10 years of experience in the industry.

She specialises in preparing and assisting with both quantum claims and extension of time claims. Emma is experienced in collating, reviewing, and analysing large volumes of raw data, which allows her to identify entitlement to additional time and money.

Emma has also assisted in the preparation of several adjudications on behalf of Contractors across various sectors within the construction industry.

Gavin is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with extensive experience in commercial management and procurement. With a career spanning over thirty years, he has held senior management roles in client, contractor, and consultancy organisations, leading both commercial and multi-disciplinary teams on a range of multi-million-pound contracts. In addition to working on traditional building projects, Gavin has experience in the rail and water sectors, as well as in the mobilisation and management of high-value term maintenance highways contracts.

Alongside providing contract and commercial advice, he has conducted contract audits, delivered contract awareness training programmes, and developed project-specific business processes and risk management procedures. Gavin holds an MBA in Construction and Real Estate, as well as Post-Graduate Diplomas in Project Management and Law.

In addition to providing contract and commercial advice, he has undertaken contract audits, delivered contract awareness training programmes and developed project-specific business process and risk management procedures. He holds an MBA in Construction and Real Estate along with Post-Graduate Diplomas in Project Management and Law respectively.

Hayley plays a key role at Touchstone as the Executive Assistant, overseeing office management and business administration. With over 15 years of experience in business management, she ensures smooth day-to-day operations by managing accounts, financial matters, and providing essential support to the team.

In her role, Hayley handles client billing, accounts payable, and general accounting procedures, ensuring all financial aspects are handled efficiently. Her strong organisational skills and attention to detail make her a vital part of the team.

James Feerick is a Quantity Surveyor with over 17 years of experience in the UK construction industry.

Throughout his career, James has showcased his expertise in quantity surveying, commercial management, and claims management across various construction sectors. He has held senior positions with two of the largest UK contractors, where he honed his skills and gained a deep understanding of the complexities of the UK construction industry.

James' experience spans a broad range of sectors, giving him a well-rounded understanding of the unique challenges and requirements within each industry. His ability to navigate complex projects and deliver effective solutions has been key to his success throughout his career.

James' experience spans a wide range of sectors, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the unique challenges and requirements of each industry. His ability to navigate complex projects and deliver effective solutions.

James is an NEC4 accredited Project Manager with extensive experience in managing all types of NEC contracts. With 30 years in the construction industry, he has held several Commercial Director positions with national contractors.

Specialising in contract negotiation, formation, and providing commercial tactics and advice, James has built a reputation for successfully resolving contentious disputes, both internally and externally. He also offers NEC contract training to further support industry professionals.

James takes pride in his integrity and the impartiality of the advice he provides. Known for his problem-solving skills, he excels at facilitating communication between parties to help resolve disputes before they escalate into formal proceedings.

Jeff co-founded Touchstone Consultants in 2000 and, as a director and shareholder, has been actively involved in the management and administration of the company since its inception. He has consistently provided contractual and commercial advice to clients across all sectors of the industry.

In addition to his advisory role, Jeff has acted as an expert witness and has played a key role in providing adjudication support, both to referring parties and respondents. He has represented clients at adjudication hearings on numerous occasions.

Jeff is highly experienced in working with many of the widely used industry-standard forms of main and sub-contract, as well as bespoke contracts and various consultancy agreements.

Kane is a chartered quantity surveyor with over 15 years of experience across a wide-range of industry sectors commercially managing large scale construction projects.

He currently specialises in strategic package procurement for sizeable infrastructure programmes and is particularly experienced in identifying, measuring and valuing changes for final accounts and claims.

Kane is also an RICS Accredited Mediator and RICS certified Expert Witness.

Konstantina is a civil engineer and construction manager who brings over 12 years of experience in the construction industry to support the delay team.

Throughout her career, she has held various roles, including site engineer, site manager, quality manager, and design manager. Additionally, she has worked in project planning for both subcontractors and main contractors, primarily on London-based projects in the UK.

Konstantina has extensive expertise in Asta Powerproject and excels at reviewing and refining large volumes of raw data, enabling dynamic delay analyses to be conducted effectively.
Konstantina has extensive experience of Asta Powerproject and excels in the reviewing and refining of vast amounts of raw data to enable dynamic delay analyses to be carried out.

Liam is a Civil Engineer, a Chartered Construction Manager and Chartered with the Institute of Arbitrators on the Construction Adjudication pathway as well as a RICS Expert Witness certificate holder.

Liam is a forensic delay analyst, using his construction knowledge to produce all major forms of forensic delay analysis. His reports have been used to assists with final accounts and formal disputes which have been taken to adjudication.

Luke is an experienced Quantity Surveyor with over 15 years of project-based experience. His strong analytical skills, attention to detail and effective communication skills have helped Luke to specialise in commercial management and dispute resolution.

He has recently achieved his RICS accreditation as an adjudicator to further enhance his expertise in resolving construction disputes.

Mat is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 30 years of experience and has been a consultant for Touchstone for 10 years, working on a variety of quantum and delay matters. His role involves conducting contractual and factual analysis and articulating that analysis, supported by evidence.

Mat is a member of the RICS President’s Panel of Construction Adjudicators and the RICS Consumer Adjudication Panel. He frequently acts as a party representative in construction adjudications. He specialises in the preparation and evaluation of claims for additional time and money and also provides advice on other contentious and non-contentious issues.

Matt is a Commercial Manager and Quantity Surveyor with over 18 years of industry experience.

He specialises in the commercial management of construction projects, with a particular focus on the production of quantum and time claims, as well as developing strategies for effectively prosecuting those claims.

Nathan is a Quantity Surveyor with over 15 years of experience, specialising in the forensic analysis of quantum and delay matters on construction projects. He has worked across a diverse range of construction sectors, including mixed-use developments, data centres, processing plants, transport, energy, oil and gas, and broadcasting, as well as various contract types.

Nathan has been appointed to provide independent expert evidence on delay and quantum issues in adjudication proceedings and has also authored several academic articles.

Nicholas is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and RICS Registered Expert Witness, with a specialised focus on forensic delay analysis. As a Director at Touchstone, he plays a pivotal role in driving the company’s strategic vision and growth, ensuring the highest standard of service is consistently delivered to clients.

With extensive experience in preparing extension of time claims for adjudication, arbitration, and litigation, Nicholas works on behalf of contracting organisations, gathering and presenting critical evidence to substantiate delay and disruption events. His expertise lies in assessing the impact of these events on project timelines, utilising all recognised methods of forensic delay analysis.

In addition to his technical expertise, Nicholas is committed to maintaining Touchstone’s reputation for providing exceptional contractual and commercial advice. His leadership in forensic delay analysis, extension of time claims, and dispute resolution is central to Touchstone’s standing as a trusted advisor within the construction industry.

Paul is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Procurer with over 40 years of experience serving both client and contracting organisations, with a wealth of expertise gained through direct and indirect roles.

Throughout his career, Paul has provided specialised contract, commercial, procurement, and dispute management services for numerous high-profile, high-value contracts. In recent years, he has focused on working closely with contractors to prepare claims and resolve complex, contentious issues and disputes, leveraging his extensive knowledge and experience to achieve effective solutions.

Robert is an experienced Quantity Surveyor and Project Manager with 20 years in the construction industry, having worked extensively across the UK, Singapore, Thailand, and Australia.

He specialises in strategic project management within the construction sector, with a strong focus on cost control, programme delivery, and design management. Robert’s expertise ensures projects are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget, delivering optimal results for clients.

Robert has recently completed and Msc in Construction Law and practice at the University of Salford.