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How to Get Paid for Construction Changes : Preparation and Resolution Tools and Techniques by Steven S. Pinnell β€” book cover

How to Get Paid for Construction Changes : Preparation and Resolution Tools and Techniques

by Steven S. Pinnell
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Overview

A definitive work on the practical aspects of claim preparation and resolution. It will include a thorough overview and explanation of construction law and contracts for both the novice and experienced construction manager. Current methods and techniques will be included along with helpful checklists for organizing claims. Each technique will be described in sufficient detail so the end user will understand its value and application. Learn to prepare and negotiate all types of construction claims--without damaging ongoing business relationships. Protect your bottom line. Don't let unresolved claims siphon off your profits or jeopardize your company's survival. This practical manual will arm you with the latest tools and techniques for avoiding and resolving construction disputes. How to get paid shows you how to understand contracts and contract law...keep good records...obtain and organize documents...analyze both large and small claims...analyze schedule delays of acceleration...compute damages...prepare effective exhibits...present a claim...and negotiate a favorable settlement. Supported by case studies and examples of damage calculations, this reference integrates people skills with analytical processes and is uniquely suited for use in partnering relationships. It allows construction engineers, superintendents, estimators, and project managers to prepare change order requests and claims as successfully as most claim consultants.

About the Author, Steven S. Pinnell

Steven S. Pinnell is an engineer and construction manager with over 25 yearsΓ• experience in the management of engineering and construction projects. He is a principal of Pinnell/Busch, Inc., a firm based in Portland, Oregon, with a nationwide and international practice in project management services for the design and construction industry. Mr. Pinnell has lectured widely and authored numerous papers on project management, contract methods, contract negotiations, and construction dispute management.

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Book Details

Published
September 1, 1998
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Professional
Pages
592
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780070502291

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