Construction Contracts

Construction contracts are always unique to each project.  Standard forms are often amended varying the conditions to reallocate the risk and it is rare that the standard clauses are left entirely as the original drafter intended.

It is therefore a misnomer to utilise the text book apportionment of responsibilities and only a specific review of the agreed conditions can determine the risk allocation.

Notwithstanding that, there are still common themes throughout standard forms and procurement routes.

Common standard form contracts are JCT and NEC in the UK and various FIDIC based forms on the continent and the middle east.  In the USA the AIA forms are common.

Amex can provide a comprehensive review of the time related conditions applicable to your project and subsequently determine any entitlement (or defence) to an Extension of Time.