Managing Risks: The Crucial Role of Architects, Engineers, and Quantity Surveyors in Commercial Organizations Architects, Engineers and quantity surveyors are often required to provide services to commercial organisations at risk the majority of Architects, engineers and quantity surveyors engaged by commercial organisations have at one time or another undertaken to provide services on a risk …
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Concurrent Delays Concurrent delay is a situation in which two or more delays occur at the same time and have a cumulative effect on the project schedule. Concurrent delays can be caused by a variety of factors, including: Owner-caused delays, such as late delivery of materials or changes to the scope of work Contractor-caused delays, …
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Contractor Entitled to be Paid Acceleration Costs: Debunking the Myths In the realm of construction projects, one contentious issue that often arises is whether a contractor is entitled to be paid acceleration costs. The question of whether the contractor should be compensated for additional expenses incurred due to project acceleration has been the subject of …
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Does an Accepted Quotation by a Contractor/Subcontractor Include Result Delay Costs? Where a contractor/ subcontractor submits a quotation for extra work which is accepted, is the accepted quotation deemed to include for any result delay costs? In general, whether an accepted quotation for extra work includes result delay costs would depend on the specific terms …
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Unlocking the Potential: Empowering Subcontractors in the Construction Industry Subheadings: Understanding the Power Dynamics in Construction Contracts Overcoming the Challenges Faced by Subcontractors The Importance of Building Strong Relationships Navigating the Next Job Syndrome Empowering Subcontractors for a Brighter Future Understanding the Power Dynamics in Construction Contracts In the intricate web of the construction industry, …
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The Impact of Good Faith Principle on Construction Contracts: A Comprehensive Analysis Introduction The principle of good faith has emerged as a pivotal factor with far-reaching implications in various contractual arrangements. While it is widely acknowledged in most civil legal systems as a fundamental principle, its definition within the construction industry remains limited. Notably, common …
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Hudson Formula The so-called “ Hudson Formula “ has no basis in law or logic. It is generally accepted that damages and off-site overheads cannot be proven by a formula. The formula barely gets a mention in Hudson’s Building and Engineering Contracts, however, since it is frequently referred to in texts and sometimes in judgments, …
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Extensions of Time What is Extension of Time (EOT)? Extension of Time (EOT) is a delay which could not be reasonably foreseen at the time of contract signing. The granting of an Extension of Time relieves the contractor from liability of damages such as Liquidated Damages from the original date of contract completion for the period …
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Variation Claims Under Contract Construction Variation Claims Construction variation claims refer to disputes that arise when changes are made to the original scope of work agreed upon in a construction contract. These changes can include alterations to the design, materials, or schedule of the project, and can be initiated by either the client or the …
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Sustainable Delivery of Construction Projects The subject of residential development has been a frequent barometer for measuring the contentment and well-being of a nation’s people. It’s shocking to know that buildings used as homes contribute to about 40% of energy consumption worldwide and an alarming 30% of greenhouse gas emissions. Given the burgeoning population of …
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