Independent Commercial Advice for Better Project Outcomes
We help clients make commercial decisions through independent advice and controls.
Independent insight makes the difference.
The Problems We Solve
Projects don't fail for a lack of information, they fail due to lack of clarity, alignment & control
Common issues we see:
- Forecast that don't reflect reality
- Risks identified but not actively managed
- Weak or inconsistent project reporting
- Cost overruns identified too late
- Increasing exposure to contractor claims
- Decision-makers lacking confidence in project data
These issues are often embedded before they become visible.
When to Engage Veritas
We are typically engaged when:
- A project is underperforming or losing cost control
- There is low confidence in cost forecasts or reporting
- Governance structures are unclear or ineffective
- Risks are known but not translating into action
- A project requires an independent commercial view
- Prior to commitment, to ensure robust commercial positioning
What We Do
We provide independent commercial and project controls support and advisory across the full project lifecycle.
Our approach integrates:
- Cost
- Risk
- Programme
- Commercial strategy
…to provide a single, reliable view of project performance.
Core Services
Commercial Advisory
Project Controls Frameworks
Cost & Forecast Assurance
Clear commercial positioning, contract strategy, and decision support across the project lifecycle.
Cost & Forecast Assurance
Project Controls Frameworks
Cost & Forecast Assurance
Independent validation of project cost forecasts to improve accuracy and confidence.
Project Controls Frameworks
Project Controls Frameworks
Risk & Contingency Management
Establishing practical controls that improve visibility, alignment, and predictability.
Risk & Contingency Management
Governance & Reporting Support
Risk & Contingency Management
Ensuring risk is actively managed and reflected in commercial outcomes—not just reported.
Change & Claims Advisory
Governance & Reporting Support
Governance & Reporting Support
Proactive management of variation and claims exposure to protect project outcomes.
Governance & Reporting Support
Governance & Reporting Support
Governance & Reporting Support
Clear, structured reporting that enables confident decision-making at all levels.
Our Difference
Most projects manage cost, risk and programme separately.
We Integrate them.
Veritas provides:
- Independent, objective advice
- Senior-led engagement on every project
- Commercially focused, pragmatic solutions
- Clear insight—not just data
We don't just report performance, we help improve it
Entry Point Engagements
For most clients, engagement starts with a focused review:
- Independent Project Review
Rapid assessment of project health, risks, and position - Cost & Forecast Assurance Review
Validation of current cost forecasts and assumptions - Commercial Risk Diagnostic
Identification of key commercial and delivery risks early
Who We Work With
- Government agencies (local and central)
- Residential & Commercial Property developers
- Tier 1 contractors
- Specialist contractors and project stakeholders
Contact Us
For inquiries related to our commercial advisory services, including project control frameworks and project cost management services, feel free to reach out via email at info@veritasadvisory.co.nz or call us at +64 22 515 3582.
Experience across leading Organisations
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