Have you ever come across the term ‘Contracts Administrator’ whilst browsing through some project material and wondered what it means? Or have you ever considered the purpose of such a role and what skills are required to be successful at it? The implementation phase of a construction contract can be fraught with uncertainty and, at… Continue reading The role of a Contracts Administrator
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A guide to valuing variations
Disputes in construction are typically centred on payment with differing views as to the value of work completed. Variations play a key role in this as the contract price is agreed before the contract is executed. However, with contracts laying down the process for acknowledging a variation and the method to make an assessment of… Continue reading A guide to valuing variations
Different types of tenders and how to approach them
If you’re a contractor that’s new to bidding or you simply need a handy reference guide, read on for more about the different types of tenders you could face, and how best to tackle them to secure a pipeline of work for your business. Equally, if you’re a developer wondering how best to procure your… Continue reading Different types of tenders and how to approach them
New materials in the world of interior design
The world of design is looking to constantly evolve, creating new trends to wow clients. Interiors are now looking to integrate seamlessly with the users, regardless of their style tastes. Combined with the need for durability and sustainability, interior designers and their clients are willing to pay higher prices for finishes that they know will… Continue reading New materials in the world of interior design
What do lenders look for from a developer?
In this Q&A our writer, Nikhil Patel, interviewed Piragash Sivanesan from Totum Finance to discuss the topic of what lenders are looking for from a developer when considering whether to finance their next project. Totum Finance is a regulated brokerage that helps developers get funding for their project types. Totum help developers structure the deal… Continue reading What do lenders look for from a developer?
An inspector calls: The five things you should do to pass muster if the HSE visited your site for an inspection, post-Covid
With the threat of Coronavirus receding in most parts of the UK, Boris Johnson has urged the nation to “Build, build, build!” But anyone running a construction site post-Covid 19 faces a whole host of new challenges, the most important of which is how to protect employees, workers and visitors from the risk of infection.… Continue reading An inspector calls: The five things you should do to pass muster if the HSE visited your site for an inspection, post-Covid
Lump sum contracts
Have you ever wondered how a cost is agreed between a client and contractor before a construction project begins? Or how the basis of this cost is put together and what any changes to the scope would mean to this agreed cost? Despite being a relatively straightforward concept to understand, parties on construction contracts can… Continue reading Lump sum contracts
Signing under hand or under deed (seal)
When drawing up contract conditions, you should consider if the contract needs to be executed as a deed or if a simple underhand contract will suffice, but what is the difference? Why does it matter which route you go down. Essentially they differ, as the limitation period for bringing a claim, or conversely the liability… Continue reading Signing under hand or under deed (seal)
Modular trends
What is modular construction? Modular building types in the UK were conceived a hundred years ago at the end of World War I when steel and aluminium factories needed new sources of work, and there was also a housing shortage. Many housing prototypes were designed, though hardly any used. Another surge came after World War… Continue reading Modular trends
Building a pricing document
If you are looking to value variations, put your own cost plan together or compare prices back from the market, then you can utilise construction price books for rates and prices in order to establish current market rate. The benefits of price books are that they are compiled from industry feedback and analysis, therefore you… Continue reading Building a pricing document