Gerry Prickett, the client project manager for the works, said media scrutiny had ensured the smooth running of the scheme.

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Clients can bypass the big names and hire consultancies such as Eden McCallum, a British firm that packages teams of experienced independent consultants, or Point B, an American firm that provides only a project manager, letting the client select the team.

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