3Contract machinery
The purpose of this chapter is to explore on a pragmatic basis the key areas where NEC4 differs most from old-style standard form contracts. Architects will find these areas decisive in relation to contract administration under NEC4.
People
The ‘players’ in NEC4 will not be entirely familiar to all new users as distinct roles have been created to facilitate flexible use of people’s skills to suit individual projects and project teams. This section details the people in NEC4 and their roles.
Client and Contractor
The Client and the Contractor are the parties to a Black Book NEC4 building contract and are therefore the signatories, as with other construction contracts. The Agreement for signature is drawn up as a bespoke document ...
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