Change coming for contractors
Contractors working in the residential construction sector need to prepare for significant changes that will follow soon-to-be introduced proposed regulations.
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Dispute resolution protest
By Karen Shaw – 1 June 2017, Build 160
A recent High Court decision highlights the importance of being clear on the meaning of dispute resolution clauses in a contract and only selecting the options best suited to the specific circumstances.
Convenient termination
By Kensington Swan – 1 June 2019, Build 172
Termination for convenience clauses are appearing more frequently in construction contracts here, usually when there is significant risk. Make sure you are clear on the implications if one is incorporated into your contract.
Tricky issue of retention payments
By Mike Rudd, Mark Kingsford – 1 August 2013, Build 137
Inland Revenue (IRD) recently provided some clarity for retention payments on construction projects in a draft Questions we’ve been asked. We review this advice and contractors’ rights when projects go bad.
Retentions change
By Finn Collins – 1 June 2015, Build 148
The government is moving to protect retention funds by requiring the money to be held in trust in a separate bank account.
Force majeure in a COVID-19 world
By Ariana Stuart, Lisa Rozendaal, Sarah Sprout – 1 June 2020, Build 178
Before a building contract is cancelled in the current situation of locked-down sites and an uncertain future, the wording of the contract should be carefully reviewed.
Accord-aligned contracts
By Rebecca Robertshawe – 1 October 2020, Build 180
Post the Construction Sector Accord, what does fairer risk allocation in construction contracts for work on school projects look like?
A road less travelled
By Charissa Snijders – 1 February 2010, Build 116
Although only at tendering stage, this Pathfinder project bypasses the traditional and takes a less travelled route to ensure client objectives are met.
NALCO sets staff up for success
1 June 2010, Build 118, Feature article
As this case study shows, training staff above and beyond their job roles has the potential to boost morale and performance.
Getting the contract right
By Karen Shaw – 1 December 2012, Build 133
Soon written contracts will be required for even quite small building projects. Whether you use a standard contract or have your own one drawn up, there are several factors to consider if you want the contract to be trouble-free.
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