Cost Plans – why are they needed? As a developer, you have criteria that inform what you want your project […]

What is the difference between liquidation, administration and insolvency? Issues regarding liquidity are sadly commonplace in the construction industry for

Why is risk management important? If a project is at the very earliest stage of inception, there will likely be

We put forward the following scenario to Jason Farnell, Adjudicator and CEDR Accredited Mediator: “We’re a Property Developer who typically acts

We put forward the following scenario to Jason Farnell, Adjudicator and CEDR Accredited Mediator: “I’m a Property Developer who typically acts

What is joint venture property development? According to the Oxford dictionary, a joint venture is “a commercial enterprise undertaken jointly

During preparation of the design, the developer, usually via a directly commissioned Architect, will seek specialist advice about certain types

As a Quantity Surveyor working for a small main contractor, you’ve been issued a Letter of Intent (LOI) by your

If the direct or permanent construction works’ bill of quantities or work schedule is prepared using the design and specification,

Construction contracts place emphasis on the insertion of clear dates for starting works, when the works must be completed by,