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FROM THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR
Practical, valuable tips for managing construction contracts more effectively
21st July 2025
Love them or hate them, contracts are essential for the construction industry to function. Far from being what some might think of as unnecessary 'red tape', contracts provide the mechanism that protects everyone's interests.
READ MOREDrink responsibly, source ethically, be sustainable. Ah, virtues. But what about 'good business ethics'?
14th August 2024
Let's include valuing the work of contractors and sub-contractors fairly and paying on time!
READ MOREHow to deal with changes in construction contracts
16th July 2024
Changes are inevitable in virtually every construction project given the number of variables involved, but they can also be a source of conflict. From uncharacteristic weather and unanticipated transport issues to material shortages, labour and recruitment problems and sudden changes in the client's brief, the range of factors that result in changes or variations is vast.
READ MORERecord keeping in construction contracts - what does it mean and why is it important?
9th July 2024
One of the most important 'best practice' processes we should all apply in construction contracts is to keep records as the project progresses. Doing so helps contractors and sub- contractors to maintain accurate and comprehensive records of what happened at any given point, offering clarity to manage projects more effectively, mitigate risks and - should it come to it - resolve disputes.
READ MOREWhat's the biggest cost of a construction contract dispute?
13th July 2024
When we think of the costs associated with disputes and disagreements, we tend to focus on the financial costs. After all, making a profit is fundamental to business survival, so anything that threatens our ability to make money and pay ourselves and our team at the end of the month is naturally going to be at the front of our minds.
READ MOREWhat does it mean to be 'commercial' and how does it benefit your business?
28th July 2024
Do you adopt a 'commercial' mindset when entering into and delivering contracts for main contractors or clients? If not, you could be harming your business profitability and long term success.
READ MOREWhy does being contractual mean you're being confrontational?
11th March 2024
In nearly every walk of life, when we engage with a business, we enter into a contract. Whether we are buying a new car, renting a house or booking a holiday, we expect to sign on the dotted line in some way or another to complete the transaction, otherwise we don't get what we want.
READ MOREAdmit it, you have a problem...
1st March 2024
Ever heard the phrase, "Ego is the mother of all cockups?" What's the link between 'ego' and the failure of a project or construction business? Surely most jobs and businesses go south due to external factors, such as market conditions, a major customer going bust or financial mismanagement, don't they?
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