CONTRACT ADMINISTRATORS CAN ADD REAL VALUE TO A CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
Ensuring that a construction contract is properly administered is essential.
The contract administrator manages contracts made between building contractors, employers and clients. Their responsibility is to administer construction contracts and their specific roles and duties should be agreed by the construction company and the client and may be different for each project.
The responsibility of a contract administrator starts from the contract award stage and continues throughout the life of the contract.
It covers a wide range of possible responsibilities and projects, ranging from small residential developments through to larger commercial projects. Contract administrators acting as decision makers, must act independently, impartially, honestly and fairly.
The role of a contract administrator will include ensuring the contractual procedure is followed as well as managing the day-to-day running of the contract. The scope of the responsibilities and duties resting with the contract administrator will vary depending on the contract between the parties and occupies a dual role, acting as the agent of the employer and equally at times the decision-maker between the employer and contractor.
Example duties of a contract administrator
Managing defects
Providing instructions to the contractor
Ensuring that the works are progressing in accordance with the contract programme and therefore that the completion date is achieved by the parties
Reporting to the employer on progress of works
Managing the commissioning of works
Supervising works and inspecting works
Keeping records. This could include keeping records of site visits, correspondence etc
Certifying works and issuing Practical Completion Certificates
Managing adjustments to the contract price
Contract administrators can add real value to a construction project, ensuring that the construction contract is administered fairly and effectively. The key to success is selecting an experienced contract administrator and providing for a clear delineation of responsibilities from the outset. This is a service that Carters Chartered Surveyors are proud to be able to offer.
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4 Albany Road
Harborne, Birmingham
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admin@carterssurveyors.co.uk
Opening Times
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