Resolving Problems and Disputes on Construction Projects: Tackling Contract Performance Delays
Nathan Chapman, Lee C. Davis and W. Henry ParkmanApril 1, 2009 — 427 views
All parties involved in the construction process (i.e., owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers) have a vested interest in on-time performance and on-time payment. This section discusses delays in performance, which are, not surprisingly, among the most commonly litigated issues arising from construction projects. Construction projects involve expensive equipment, tremendous overhead, significant manpower and large payrolls for owners and contractors alike. The longer a job takes, the higher the costs and the greater the potential for litigation. Due to the high costs of untimely performance, contractors and owners usually require well planned and often complex schedules.
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