Interpreting construction contracts fundamental principles for contractors, project managers, and contract administrators / H. Randolph Thomas, Ralph D. Ellis, Jr.

Author/creator Thomas, H. Randolph, 1945-
Other author Ellis, Ralph D. (Civil engineer)
Format Electronic
Publication InfoReston, Va. : American Society of Civil Engineers,
Descriptionxvii, 451 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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Subjects
Construction contracts--United States.
Construction contracts--United States. --Interpretation and construction.
Contractors--United States. --Handbooks, manuals, etc.
Project managers--United States. --Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Contents Introduction -- Basic concepts -- What is a contract? -- Fundamental principles -- Types of changes and disputes -- Notice requirements -- Extra work and oral change orders -- Rules for contract interpretation -- Differing site conditions -- Misrepresentations -- Defective specifications -- The no-damages-for-delay clause -- Substantial completion -- Liquidated damages.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2007042067
ISBN0784409218 (hbk.)
ISBN9780784409213 (hbk.)

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