Construction Contracts

Getting your construction contracts right will maximise profit, reduce risk and avoid disputes. We have experience in all the standard form construction contracts such as JCT and NEC, as well as bespoke contracts. We assist parties at all levels of the contractual chain, acting for employers, contractors, sub-contractors and consultants.

Dealing with UK and international contracts, we can help you with letters of intent, drafting contracts, completing standard contract forms, drafting standard terms and collateral warranties, guarantees and bonds.

We provide commercial support focussed on assisting our clients to negotiate, set up and run a project to maximise profit and minimise risk.

Contract Review & Advice

We provide clear and concise advice, in plain English, to help you understand the risks presented by your draft contracts. We use a traffic light colour-coding system helping you prioritise issues. We also provide suggested comments back to the other party and can assist with drafting clauses to help you quickly and efficiently negotiate the amendments that you require.

Preparation of construction contracts

Getting a construction contract properly set up is one of the best ways of ensuring success and preventing disputes. Huge problems can be avoided by taking steps to ensure that the contract is reasonable and accurately reflects what has been agreed and priced. We can help you avoid these problems by assisting in the negotiation process.

Effective contract administration & dispute avoidance

A properly administered contract is much more likely to be commercially successful and much less likely to result in a dispute. We provide advice and support, such as notices, templates, and correspondence to help you achieve the best from your projects.

Collateral Warranties, Construction Bonds, Guarantees and Third Party Rights

These are mechanisms of providing security in respect of breaches or insolvency. We can help you to understand what risks in, and whether terms are reasonable.

Novation agreements & consultant appointments

Consultant appointments and novation agreements (which transfer rights and obligations to different parties) differ from other construction contracts in some key respects. They must be carefully drafted to preserve entitlements and achieve the desired outcomes.