Surveyor
Mackinnon Consult Limited
Glasgow
1 George Square, Glasgow, Lanarkshire, G2 1AL, Glasgow
With 40+ years of experience, Mackinnon Consult provides elite legal consultancy for the global construction industry. Led by Donny Mackinnon, a dual-qualified engineer and surveyor, we specialise in resolving complex disputes through arbitration, adjudication, and expert witness work.
Decades of Expertise in Global Construction Disputes
We understand that in the construction and engineering sectors, disputes are more than just legal hurdles—they are technical challenges that require a deep understanding of the building process. At Mackinnon Consult, we bring over 40 years of industry experience to the table, providing comprehensive solutions for clients, contractors, and subcontractors worldwide.
Whether you are navigating a high-stakes arbitration in Europe or managing a complex claim in South America, we offer the technical authority and legal precision needed to protect your interests.
Why Industry Leaders Trust Mackinnon Consult
What sets us apart is our "broad perspective" of the industry. We don't just look at contracts from a distance; we understand them from the ground up. Our expertise is built on first-hand experience across the entire project lifecycle, having served as clients, main contractors, and subcontractors.
Experience
40+ Years
Global Reach
UK, Europe, China, Brazil
Specialisms
Delay Analysis, Quantum, Workmanship Standards
Contract Expertise
FIDIC, NEC, JCT, SBCC, PFI, ICC, ICE
Technical Precision Meets Legal Authority
Our director, Donny Mackinnon, is a uniquely qualified professional. As a Chartered Construction Manager, Civil Engineer, and Chartered Quantity Surveyor, he bridges the gap between technical engineering and legal dispute resolution.
We specialise in:
- Delay Analysis & Productivity: Identifying the root causes of project setbacks and disruption.
- Quantum & Valuation: Precise measurement and valuation of construction works.
- Standards of Work: Expert assessment of workmanship and defects.
- Dispute Advocacy: Representing your interests in adjudication and arbitration.
A Proven Track Record Across Sectors
Our commissions are as diverse as the industry itself. We have successfully delivered results on major infrastructure projects, including:
- International highways and power systems.
- Complex shipbuilding and steelwork construction.
- Public procurement contracts and PFI schemes.
"We possess a thorough understanding of the nature and requirements of the engineering and construction process and contracts."
As a FIDIC Certified Adjudicator and Chartered Arbitrator, Donny Mackinnon has served as a Past-Chairman of the CIArb Scottish Branch, ensuring that our consultancy remains at the very forefront of international dispute resolution standards.
Services
- Arbitration
- Adjudication
- Expert Witness
- Dispute Resolution
- Delay Analysis
- Quantum Analysis
- Construction Claims
- Contract Advice
- Independent Expert Determination
- Dispute Board Member
- Civil Engineering Consultancy
- Quantity Surveying
- Forensic Planning
- Productivity Disruption Analysis
- Workmanship Standards Assessment
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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