Construction

Challenges for Construction Contractors Operating Across The World

Frank McCormack

Head of legal services Balfour Beatty plc

While economists and those who forecast business cycles will indicate that construction is a booming industry sector, it is necessary to recognise that the sector has remodelled itself entirely over the last 10 years.

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Dealing With Damages In Construction Contracts

Sarah B Biser

Robert A Rubin

When owners, developers, contractors, construction managers, design professionals, consultants or subcontractors negotiate a contract, they frequently confront several provisions related to damages. In many cases, the contracting parties wish to establish, at the outset how much, and under what circumstances, compensation must be paid if the contract is breached.

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FIDIC and Recent Infrastructure Developments

Mark Roe

Head of international construction and energy Pinsent Masons

The demand to open construction markets to international competition, to improve quality, timeliness of supply and price, is growing. There has been a noticeable increase in the number of developers, owners and operators who are now looking to use a form of contract familiar to international contractors even on projects being undertaken in their home jurisdictions. In Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia this has meant a substantial increase in the demand for FIDICbased contracts. International construction business can now be conducted via a familiar, respected and widely available legal framework, saving contractors costs associated with unfamiliar procedures. It also provides an improved competitive environment, which in turn gives the employer a better deal. Often it is quality rather than price that is the driver for this change.

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Editorial: Construction

The research for this chapter identifies 360 outstanding individuals from 34 jurisdictions. Niche firms rub shoulders with international fullservice outfits, and while the latter remain dominant, construction boutiques have once again put in a solid performance, making up a sizeable portion of those selected by clients and peers for inclusion in this edition.

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Editorial: Construction in Florida

Despite recent turbulent times and uncertainty about the US mortgage market, construction remains a major industry in Florida. Our research identifies 26 lawyers from 17 firms who have proven levels of expertise representing a range of clients in the industry, including owners, contractors and subcontractors, in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

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Editorial: Construction in Singapore

The research identifies 18 lawyers from 11 firms. Areas of specialisation differ – some are known for their non-contentious deal and contract work, while many also make the list as experts in litigation and arbitration.

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Editorial: Construction in California

The research for this chapter identified 25 lawyers from 19 firms who have proven levels of expertise in representing a range of clients in the construction industry, including owners, contractors and subcontractors, in contentious and non-contentious matters.

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Editorial: Construction in Texas

The 19 lawyers and 13 firms featured in this chapter have proven expertise in representing owners, contractors and subcontractors in both contentious and non-contentious matters. Each individual should be regarded as a leader in the field of construction law.

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Editorial: Construction in Georgia

The 26 lawyers and 11 firms featured in this chapter have proven expertise representing clients within the construction industry, including owners, contractors and subcontractors, in both contentious and non-contentious matters.

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Editorial: Construction in Illinois

The construction industry in Illinois is relatively robust. The expansion of the Chicago suburbs and residential development and regeneration have created high levels of activity.

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