Contract Admin - SOS

Question 1

What is the role of a Contract Administrator (CA) in a construction project?

Answer 1

-Managing the contract between the employer and the contractor once the contract is signed.
- Issuing instructions, certifying payments, assessing extensions of time, and ensuring that the contract terms are followed

Question 2

How should a Contract Administrator act?

Answer 2

Impartially and fairly, even though they are appointed by the client.

Question 3

What is practical completion?

Answer 3

-The works are complete except for minor defects that do not prevent the building from being used.

Question 4

What is sectional completion?

Answer 4

• Allows different parts of the project to be completed and handed over at different times, each with its own completion date.

Question 5

What is partial possession?

Answer 5

-The client takes possession of part of the works before overall completion, which can affect liability and insurance provisions.

Question 6

Contract Administrators main responsibilities?

Answer 6

-Certifying Payment
-Instructions
-Monitor progress
-EOTs
-Communication
-CDM compliance

Question 7

What role have you acted in within your projects?

Answer 7

Appointed delegated authority role under the PM.

Question 8

EOT process under JCT?

Answer 8

-EOT can be claimed if a delay is caused by a Relevant Event
-Notification by the Contractor
-Assessment by the Contract Administrator
-Impact on Liquidated Damages