your construction project contracts - why you need to understand them

"Many construction companies lose money because their Project Managers or Construction Managers have failed to understand the contract"

​Many construction companies lose money because their Project Managers or Construction Managers have failed to understand the contract or have not acted in accordance with the contract.
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Why construction managers must understand the project contract

Not understanding the construction project contract document could lead to the following amongst others:
1. not submitting project valuations on time, or with the correct supporting documentation Negative cash flow – the death for many construction companies​
2. not ensuring the contractor is paid on time The CONSTRUCTION project MANAGER'S financial duties
3. carrying out work outside the project scope
4. not ensuring the client meets their contractual obligations
5. failing to submit claims and variations timeously Should construction project managers take the lead with variation claims?
6. not following the correct insurance claim procedures Don’t Screw Up Your Construction Insurance Claim!
7. failing to meet the project milestones Will your construction project be completed on schedule? Read this
It’s therefore important the Project Manager carefully reads the contract, noting important items and asking for advice when they are unsure of anything.
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Don’t start construction projects without a proper contract

​(This is an extract from 'Building a Successful Construction Company - The Practical Guide' by Paul Netscher)
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