An Overview of CCDC Contract Documents (Breakfast Session) – Burnaby

The standard form Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) construction contracts are used across Canada in connection with general contract, construction management and trade contract arrangements. This course will provide an overview of the most commonly used CCDC documents, and of the standard CCA 1 subcontract, with specific focus on the concepts and procedures of the provisions relating to the following significant concerns, among others:

1.            The definition of the Contract Documents;

2.            The role of the Consultant;

3.            Payment;

4.            Extra work;

5.            Delays;

6.            Deficiencies;

7.            Dispute resolution; and

8.            Default and termination.

Related issues such as the effect of supplementary conditions and the interaction of the contracts with the operation of the Builders Lien Act will also be addressed.

Who should attend?

Owners, contractors, construction managers, subcontractors and design professionals.

Presenter: An Associate Counsel with SHK Law Corp., Marc MacEwing has practiced extensively as a construction lawyer in all aspects of the practice for over 30 years. He has particular expertise as a builders lien lawyer, as well as in tendering disputes and preparing and analyzing contract documents. Marc advises owners, contractors, subcontractors, material suppliers and design professionals.

Disclaimer: The content of this presentation is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice.