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5 Challenges in Meeting Construction Deadlines and How To Solve Them

Construction Marketing

There is no shortage of moving parts on a construction site. Getting the correct materials in the correct quantity to the construction site is an essential component in meeting deadlines. For example, the foundation is one of the first items that must be completed on any construction site prior to other projects beginning.

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The Utah Preconstruction Lien Process Explained

Levelset

Many Utah contractors are familiar with the construction lien process to secure payment for work or materials used in a building project. Utah actually gives them a similar payment tool, known as a preconstruction lien. However, the steps to claim one differ from the standard construction lien process. Preconstruction liens v.

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#86:  Mechanic's Lien Deadlines and Additional Work

NH Construction Law

The requirement in RSA 447:9 that a mechanic’s lien must be secured within 120 days of the lienor’s last furnishing of labor or materials has occasionally spawned disputes over what counts as that last day. ’ Work of that nature could be found not to be such as to extend the duration of plaintiff’s lien.”

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#66:  Labor Inefficiency Costs: Who Pays? How Much?

NH Construction Law

If the available space for construction gets compressed, workers who are confined by a tighter site or other physical obstacles they didn’t count on, or whose anticipated lay-down or staging areas are shifted to a more distant off-site location, will become less productive. But how is that sum calculated?

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Construction Contract Tip: Pay Attention to “Coordination and Cooperation ” Clauses

Best Practices Construction Law

Recently I have worked on a couple of matters for contractors who were expecting unlimited access to their construction site, only to find the owner had given the prime access point to an adjacent contractor. Check out my series on the Top 20 Contract Issues for Contractors and Subcontractors. Re Commercial Contractors Equipment, Inc.

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The Ultimate Construction Glossary for 2024: Essential Terms and Definitions

Building Radar

These clauses typically cover issues like site access, safety requirements, insurance, and timelines. What is a ‘Site Survey’? A site survey is an essential part of the construction process that involves measuring and mapping out the project site to ensure that the design will fit the available space.

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A lesson for Architectural Firms: be careful how you pay employees

Construction Lawyer

You should consult an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction before using any of the information contained at this site.   The FLSA provides that employees, not otherwise exempt, are to be paid overtime compensation for hours in excess of 40 per work week. ILLINOIS APPELLATE COURT DEEMS MECHANICS LIEN COUNTERCLAIM UNTIMELY.