Contract Administration / Employer's Agent
Our Contract Administration and Employer’s Agent services provide clients with clear oversight, effective contract management and proactive project coordination throughout the construction process.
Our training, technical knowledge and methodical approach make us ideally suited to the roles of Contract Administrator and Employer’s Agent across a wide range of construction projects and procurement routes.
Whether acting as Contract Administrator under a traditional procurement route or as Employer’s Agent on a Design and Build project, we administer construction contracts to help ensure risks are mitigated, costs are controlled, performance is maintained and all contractual obligations are fulfilled to support a compliant and successful project outcome.
We work across a range of sectors including education, residential, commercial, heritage and community developments, providing practical advice and hands-on support throughout all stages of project delivery.
Fundamentally, our appointment allows the wider professional team to focus on the critical area of design development, without the additional demands of administering the construction contract.
In the case of a Design and Build contract, appointing us as Employer’s Agent also provides continuity for the client, as members of the design team are often novated to the contractor during later project stages.
An Employer’s Agent acts on behalf of the client during a Design and Build contract, managing contractual processes, administering obligations and helping to ensure the contractor delivers the project in accordance with the Employer’s Requirements.
Appointing an independent Employer’s Agent provides clients with continuity, oversight and confidence that cost, quality, programme and contractual obligations are being effectively monitored and managed throughout the project lifecycle.
Effective contract administration is essential to maintaining programme, controlling risk and ensuring compliance with contract conditions.
Good administration requires a proactive, hands-on approach and we pride ourselves on delivering a responsive and diligent service that supports the cost-effective and timely delivery of projects.
Our experienced team works closely with clients, consultants and contractors to manage communication, coordinate stakeholders, support informed decision-making and maintain momentum throughout the construction phase.
Our Services Include
- Preparation of contract documentation
- Chairing meetings
- Periodic inspections of the works
- Progress reporting
- Checking compliance with contract requirements and, where applicable, ensuring Contractors’ Proposals reflect the Employer’s Requirements
- Issuing instructions and administering change control procedures
- Authorising interim payments and issuing notices
- Determining applications for extensions of time
- Closing out defects
- Certifying the date of completion
- Settling the final account
Residential
The Orchard Development, Wingham
The project includes the creation of a new residential development in Wingham, Canterbury, involving 9 houses and 6 apartments.
Supporting Successful Project Delivery
Through clear communication, careful management and a collaborative approach, we help clients reduce risk, maintain control and achieve successful project outcomes.
Our role provides reassurance that contractual responsibilities are being properly managed while supporting the wider project team in delivering projects efficiently, compliantly and to the required quality standards.
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