Understanding the NEC4 ECC Contract A Practical Handbook (Understanding Construction)

Free Download Understanding the NEC4 ECC Contract: A Practical Handbook (Understanding Construction) by Kelvin Hughes
English | October 17, 2024 | ISBN: 1032691182 | 250 pages | MOBI | 2.35 Mb
As usage of the NEC family of contracts continues to grow worldwide, so does the importance of understanding its clauses and nuances to everyone working in the built environment. This second edition of Understanding the NEC4 ECC Contract uses plain English to lead the reader through the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract’s key features. Chapters cover:Contractor’s main responsibilitiesThe use of early warningsContractor’s designTenderingQuality managementPaymentLiabilities and insuranceTerminationAvoiding and resolving disputesand much more.

Common problems experienced when using the Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) are signalled to the reader throughout, and the correct way of reading each clause explained. The way the contract effects procurement processes, dispute resolution, project management and risk management are all addressed in order to direct the user to best practice. This second edition takes into account the updates to the contract released in 2019, 2020 and 2023, and brings the book up to date with the most current practice.
Written for construction professionals, by a practicing international construction contract consultant, this handbook is the most straightforward, balanced and practical guide to the NEC4 ECC available. An ideal companion for employers, contractors, project managers, supervisors, engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, subcontractors and anyone else interested in working successfully with the NEC4 ECC.