1.1 Introduction

The theme of this book is that contracts are at the heart of the work of engineers and other construction professionals and should guide and inform their work on engineering and construction projects. The contents explore various aspects of the intersection of contracts and construction law with the work of engineers and other professionals involved in construction, whether as project managers, designers, constructors, contract administrators, schedulers, claims consultants, forensic engineers or expert witnesses. It is aimed at professionals practising in any area of design, construction, contract administration, preparation of claims or expert evidence, as well as construction lawyers who interact with construction professionals in drawing up contracts or resolving disputes. It includes discussion and case studies on issues relevant to construction contracts globally, with particular relevance to common law jurisdictions.