Case Studies

Planning & Programme Management

Standardised Programme & Reporting Deployment

Client: European EPC Contractor — Hyperscale Data Centre

Overview
We partnered with a leading EPC contractor delivering multiple hyperscale data centres for a repeat end user. A scalable, consistent approach to planning and reporting was required to improve performance visibility and delivery predictability.

Key Contributions

  • Established a standardised tender and construction programme

  • Developed and deployed a reporting suite across multiple live projects

  • Integrated KPI and Earned Value metrics for proactive delivery insight

  • Improved cross-project governance and communication

Outcome
A unified controls framework supporting faster decision-making and stronger client confidence.

Project Controls & Risk Function Development

Client: European General Contractor — Hyperscale Data Centres

Overview
OPC Projects established the planning, risk, and project controls function on a key new-build data centre. Rapid structure was needed to ensure leadership had clear visibility of delivery performance and emerging project threats.

Key Contributions

  • Built the planning and risk governance model from the ground up

  • Facilitated risk workshops and kick-off sessions to align stakeholders

  • Implemented regular risk reporting cadence and integration with schedule

  • Linked progress capture to mitigation tracking and commercial controls

Outcome
Improved delivery predictability through proactive management of time and risk.

Commissioning & Handover Programme Expertis

Client: Multiple Clients — Hyperscale & Commercial Projects

Overview
We bring specialised experience in the late-stage planning of commissioning and handover phases — ensuring facility readiness aligns with client validation and compliance needs.

Key Contributions

  • Developed full commissioning programme strategies

  • Coordinated testing, validation and certification activities

  • Ensured alignment to handover milestones and acceptance criteria

Outcome
Reduced late-stage delivery risk and reliable, structured handovers.

Delay Analysis & Claims Support

Schedule Delay Analysis & Successful EOT Support

Client: UK M&E Contractor

Overview
OPC Projects provided delay analysis and supporting evidence to substantiate a significant Extension of Time entitlement during a major programme of works.

Key Contributions

  • Delivered forensic delay analysis aligned with contract requirements

  • Prepared supporting evidence for delay events

  • Worked collaboratively with commercial and legal teams

Outcome
A substantial and successful EOT claim outcome — protecting programme and commercial objectives.

Delay Claim Defence & Technical Reporting

Client: European EPC Contractor — Hyperscale Data Centres

Overview
We supported the contractor in defending multiple delay claims issued by the client, requiring detailed analysis to demonstrate responsibility lay outside the contractor’s control.

Key Contributions

  • Produced technical reports evidencing causal responsibility

  • Delivered schedule delay analysis to support contractual defence

  • Strengthened negotiation positions through structured substantiation

Outcome
Unjustified claims refuted and significant cost exposure mitigated.

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