Construction & Engineering Law.

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Expert Construction & Engineering Law Services at Barter McKellar

Experienced Construction Attorneys

At Barter McKellar, our seasoned Construction Attorneys bring a comprehensive understanding of the engineering and construction industries. This expertise stems from years of hands-on experience, including a decade as in-house legal counsel in mining, construction and engineering. Our team is adept at navigating the practical realities and daily challenges of these industries, understanding their impact on project lifecycles and bottom lines. We handle all aspects of project management for both greenfield and brownfield sites, from tender reviews to contractual claims and defects notification.

Our Construction Law Services Include:

  • Construction Contracts: Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts such as FIDIC, CIDB, GCC, JBCC, NEC and employer-specific contracts.

  • Contractual Claims: Handling claims for extension of time, standing time, site instructions & variations, acceleration, and defective workmanship.

  • Contractual Disputes

  • Defects Notification Claims

  • Dispute Resolution for Construction and Engineering Disputes

  • Performance Guarantees & Bonds

  • Take Over Certificate Disputes

  • Tender Review & Negotiation

Engineering & Construction Disputes and Litigation

Our Construction and Engineering Attorneys are proficient in resolving disputes through mediation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation. We excel in negotiating and structuring major settlement agreements, often involving complex commercial and regulatory issues. Our clients include leading engineering and construction firms, major contractors, and developers.

Construction Law is dynamic, with evolving obligations and rights. This has led to a rise in Construction and Engineering disputes, encompassing contractual principles and delictual matters like accidents or negligence.

Health & Safety Legal Services

Health and safety is a critical area for businesses, requiring robust safety, health, and environment (SHE) systems. Our Health & Safety Lawyers, including NOSA SAMTRAC qualified professionals, provide comprehensive advice on workplace health, safety, and compliance.

Our Health & Safety Services Include:

  • Audits: Health, Safety & Environment

  • Department of Mineral Resources & Energy Inquiries

  • Management Systems for Health, Safety & Environment: Drafting, implementation, review, and improvements

  • Policies & Procedures for Health, Safety & Environment

  • Incident Investigations & Fatal Accident Inquiries

  • Risk Advisory: Including Risk Assessments, Serious Incident Protocols, and Reporting Requirements

  • Training

  • Transaction Investigations: Due diligence and risk allocation in acquisitions, disposals, financing, or restructuring

At Barter McKellar, we are dedicated to providing top-tier legal services in Construction & Engineering Law and Health & Safety Law, ensuring our clients navigate these complex fields with confidence.