Disputes in Construction. Discover transformation strategies in construction project disputes

      Аннотация: This book presents results of survey research that investigated causes of construction project disputes, as well as identifying potential strategies that could be implemented to decrease construction project disputes. The book presents major findings of the most frequent and most damaging problems occurring in construction projects. It also presents implications and offers recommendations for practice based on the findings.

Ключевые слова: Communication, prevention, Compensation, system theory, Complexity Theory, construction, Regulations, conflict, Consensus, construction industry, Frequent Problems, Contracting Disputes, Claims, Lawsuits, Legal issues, Litigation Mind-Set, Cost overrun, Speedy Resolution, Interorganizational Process, Transformation Strategies, Cross Organizational Transformation, Stakeholder Relationship, Interorganizational Collaboration, systems thinking, Rational, Complex Environments, limitations, Balance of Power, General Contractors, subcontractors, engineers, division of labor, Contractual Agreement, New Technologies, Sequential Interdependence, Management Deficits, Descriptive Delphi Pilot, Delphi Research Methodology, Delphi Study Technique, Contract Documents, Unexpected Condition, Underbidding, Change Orders, Extension of Time, Payments, Breach of Contract