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Very few books explore the problems which are particular to the relationship between Specialist Contractors and the Main Contractor, or Clients with whom they are in contract. Fewer still provide solutions in such a down to earth no-nonsense way as The Streetwise Subbie does.

The Streetwise Subbie is a highly regarded practical guide to contractual matters. Its original author Jack Russell was well known for his contractual terrier' column in Electrical Times. Now, Barry Ashmore has updated and revised this work by drawing on his 46 years of construction experience and professional expertise gained at the sharp end resolving disputes and solving contractual problems for Specialist Contractors.

Thousands of subbies have already benefited from the insights and the streetwise approach to avoiding or resolving contractual problems, and the clarity of thought and advice the book provides. The fourth edition features all the old favourites such as pa

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The order. Programme and progress. Personal factors. Acceleration. Cash flow and variations. Claims. The Construction Act. The JCT and NEC Contracts. Useful tips for the real world. Conclusion. Appendices: The streetwise subbie’s site checklist. Monthly check-up. Good and bad correspondence/notices. Examples of site records.

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      Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
      Publication Date: 1/10/2018 12:05:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781138300163, 978-1138300163
      ISBN10: 1138300160

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Very few books explore the problems which are particular to the relationship between Specialist Contractors and the Main Contractor, or Clients with whom they are in contract. Fewer still provide solutions in such a down to earth no-nonsense way as The Streetwise Subbie does.

      The Streetwise Subbie is a highly regarded practical guide to contractual matters. Its original author Jack Russell was well known for his contractual terrier' column in Electrical Times. Now, Barry Ashmore has updated and revised this work by drawing on his 46 years of construction experience and professional expertise gained at the sharp end resolving disputes and solving contractual problems for Specialist Contractors.

      Thousands of subbies have already benefited from the insights and the streetwise approach to avoiding or resolving contractual problems, and the clarity of thought and advice the book provides. The fourth edition features all the old favourites such as pa

      Table of Contents

      The order. Programme and progress. Personal factors. Acceleration. Cash flow and variations. Claims. The Construction Act. The JCT and NEC Contracts. Useful tips for the real world. Conclusion. Appendices: The streetwise subbie’s site checklist. Monthly check-up. Good and bad correspondence/notices. Examples of site records.

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