Business Details
Civil Engineering Consultancy for Road Defects & Asphalt Solutions
Established with a focus on civil engineering expertise, Hunter and Edgar specialise in highway contracts, asphalt technology, and road construction. Our consultancy provides authoritative solutions for asphalt failures, road defects, and contractual disputes, supported by decades of technical and legal experience. We deliver tailored training courses on pavement design, NEC contracts, and highway maintenance, drawing on our extensive involvement in projects across the UK, Ireland, and the Middle East.Our team, led by Dr Robert Hunter, combines academic contributions to industry publications with practical adjudication and expert witness services. With a reputation for technical precision and contractual clarity, we address complex challenges in road infrastructure and provide actionable insights for public liability claims and construction disputes.
Services
Road Defect Analysis
Asphalt Failure Diagnosis
Training Courses
Contract Documentation
Expert Witness Reports
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in asphalt failure analysis and road defect diagnosis.
- Our team delivers NEC contract training accredited by industry professionals.
- We provide expert witness reports for legal cases involving highway maintenance standards.
- Our consultants have authored key industry publications on bituminous materials.
- We operate internationally with projects across the UK, Ireland, and the Middle East.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Services
Road Defect Analysis
Our engineers conduct detailed assessments of road defects, identifying causes such as structural failures or material degradation. We provide actionable recommendations for repairs and liability assessments. Our expertise supports legal cases and infrastructure maintenance planning.
Asphalt Failure Diagnosis
Specialist evaluation of asphalt failures including cracking, deformation, and slippage. We determine root causes and propose remedial measures. Our reports inform maintenance strategies and contractual claims for highway projects.
Training Courses
We deliver accredited courses on pavement design, NEC contracts, and highway maintenance. Training covers practical applications for engineers and contractors. Materials include case studies on asphalt specifications and contract management.
Contract Documentation
Preparation of comprehensive contract documents for roadworks. We ensure compliance with industry standards and mitigate disputes through precise specifications. Services include bills of quantities and adjudication support.
Expert Witness Reports
Our experts prepare technical reports for litigation involving road maintenance standards. We assess contractual compliance and provide testimony on asphalt performance and highway construction practices in legal disputes.
People
Dr Robert Hunter
Consulting Civil Engineer
Dr Robert Hunter is a leading expert in pavement design and asphalt technology with 30+ years of experience. He specialises in diagnosing road defects, adjudicating construction disputes, and delivering industry training courses globally.
Questions
What areas do Hunter and Edgar specialise in?
We specialise in road defects, asphalt failures, highway construction, NEC contracts, and expert witness services for legal cases.
Do you offer training courses for engineers?
Yes, we provide accredited courses on pavement design, asphalt specifications, and NEC contract management for infrastructure professionals.
Can you assist with international projects?
Our consultancy has completed assignments across the UK, Ireland, and the Middle East, addressing diverse infrastructure challenges.
How do you handle contractual disputes?
We prepare contract documentation, adjudicate disputes up to £10M, and provide expert reports to resolve legal conflicts in construction projects.
What publications have you contributed to?
Dr Hunter co-authored 'Asphalts in Road Construction' and contributed to the 'Shell Bitumen Handbook' and 'ICE Manual of Construction Materials'.
