The sheer scale and complexity of many construction projects, and the number of parties involved, mean that delays and disputes are common.
 

We are able to help our clients identify problems, resolve disputes and implement solutions efficiently and with as little further disruption to progress as possible.
 

We have advised clients in construction disputes over a wide range of issues including weak piling, leaking cladding, defective electrical equipment, inadequate waterproofing, air conditioning, waste processing plant, rammed earth walls and even Japanese knotweed.

We also assist our clients in making or defending both claims for extensions of time and loss and expense claims arising from delay or disruption. We represent consultants in relation to fee claims and bring actions or defend them in relation to professional negligence claims.
 

Our support ranges from initial troubleshooting through to alternative dispute resolution, mediation, adjudication, arbitration and, where necessary, litigation. Given the nature of the sector we are frequently called on to act in multi-party disputes and in international arbitrations. Where issues arise that have both civil and criminal consequences, such as breaches of health and safety legislation, we can advise and represent clients in relation to both aspects of the claim.
 

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BACHIR & Associates’s construction lawyers advise a wide range of clients on the legal aspects of construction projects, from contracts, appointing the appropriate professionals and resolving contractual issues during the construction phase.
 

We are experienced in all the major contract forms used in the construction industry. 
 

Our construction team advises on all legal documentation needed in construction projects including bonds, parent company guarantees and collateral warranties. We are also experienced in advising clients on appropriate forms of appointment for architects, engineers, project managers and other construction professionals.
 

Internationally, we are familiar with the FIDIC forms.
 

Our construction team works closely with our large and highly respected real estate practice to ensure that all documentation reflects the latest requirements and that those involved in the construction process are aware of any specific relevant issues.
 

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We have a wealth of experience in acting for a range of clients on hard and soft facilities management contracts.
 

Our facilities management team combines expertise in outsourcing, partnership and joint venture contracts with specialist expertise in facilities management-related areas including real estate, construction and engineering, employment, insurance, IP, corporate structuring and tax.
 

We advise on facilities management contracts including:
 

• Repairs and maintenance – responsive repairs, planned and cyclical repairs and replacements

• IT services

• Back-office services, business processes, data centres and managed communication/call handling

• Catering

• Cleaning

• Estate management

• Residential property and tenant management

• Transport and logistics

• Mechanical and electrical engineering

• Chemical engineering

• Medical supplies

• Specialist manufacturing and engineering

• Professional support services

• Other specialist procurements of products or services
 

We are experienced in developing contracts to bring together multiple services or to outsource facilities management.

Where needed, our strength in project advisory work and dispute management enables us to provide clients with early advice on a problem and access to a range of dispute resolution options.
 

We have worked in various specialist sectors, including:
 

• Hospitals and community health centres

• Schools, colleges and local education authorities

• Utilities and energy projects.

• Defence, security and military facilities

• Hotels

• Housing, student and defence accommodation

• Sports stadiums and event venues

• Media

• Transport, including rail, bus and airports

• Water and sewage treatment

• Waste and process plants
 

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The nature of construction means that health and safety is a recurring theme. Recent changes to the law in this area mean that employers face increasing responsibilities and ever more rigorous standards.
 

At BACHIR & Associates, we help construction companies to understand their liabilities through targeted workshops for senior executives and advice on compliance with health and safety law.
 

Health and safety issues do still arise, however, our construction team provides expert support to clients when problems occur.

For many years BACHIR & Associates has also run the advice line of the Association for Project Safety.
 

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