Commercial Infrastructure

The term "Commercial Infrastructure" encompasses a broad range of privately funded assets vital to a nation's economy, including data centres, logistics hubs, large-scale distribution centres, and private port/airport facilities. In both the UK and Ireland, this sector is experiencing rapid growth, particularly in areas like data centres, driven by increasing digital demand and foreign direct investment. However, these projects come with their own distinct set of challenges: the need for rapid deployment, securing vast land parcels, complex utility connections, high energy demands, and often tight deadlines to meet market demands. Inflationary pressures on construction costs and a shortage of skilled labour further complicate delivery.

Kiltoom Advisory provides highly specialised and commercially focused support to clients developing crucial commercial infrastructure. Our Construction Claims Management expertise is frequently leveraged to manage variations and delays that are inherent in large-scale, fast-track builds like data centres. Issues can range from unforeseen ground conditions during large-scale excavation, to complex M&E fit-outs, or supply chain disruptions affecting specialist equipment. We ensure meticulous handling of payment processes under the Construction Contracts Act 2013 (Ireland) and The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996 (UK), protecting the significant capital investment and maintaining critical project momentum.

Should complex disagreements arise, our Construction Dispute Resolution capabilities offer strategic and efficient pathways to resolution. Whether through negotiation, conciliation, or statutory adjudication, we work to achieve commercially astute outcomes, preventing costly stagnation that can severely impact operational readiness and return on investment for high-value assets. Our understanding of the unique commercial drivers for these projects ensures that resolutions are pragmatic and timely.

Proactive Risk Mitigation & Project Assurance is paramount for commercial infrastructure projects. Our comprehensive contract reviews help identify and control risks related to procurement of specialist equipment, securing grid connections, and adhering to strict environmental compliance. Independent health checks provide an objective assessment of project progress, safeguarding against potential delays and cost overruns that can be amplified in time-sensitive developments.

For investors, developers, and lenders assessing new ventures in data centres, logistics parks, or other privately funded infrastructure, our Construction & Infrastructure Due Diligence is critical. We deliver thorough commercial, contractual, and project status assessments, offering vital clarity on the viability and risks associated with substantial capital deployment in a competitive market.

When commercial infrastructure projects encounter significant challenges or go off track, our Expert Guidance and Project Recovery/Turnaround services become invaluable. We provide the strategic interventions needed to bring complex, high-stakes builds back to successful completion, mitigating substantial financial exposure. Furthermore, our deep Training and Contract Management Expertise empowers client teams to effectively manage the complex and often bespoke contracts prevalent in this sector, ensuring robust contractual governance and efficient project delivery in a landscape defined by rapid innovation and significant investment.