Requesting Extra Time to Complete a Project Part 4

Delays happen on projects for a variety of reasons. It’s important for contractors to abide by the policies, protocols, and procedures established by the management group of their construction project. One such required policy is submitting request forms for extra time on projects. As Tallahassee construction lawyers, we know that contractors have a plethora of requirements to fulfill when completing a project. Delays can inevitably be a part of the process. If you are a contractor and have experienced delays beyond your control and cannot complete a project by its set completion date, please contact a Tallahassee construction lawyer today.

In this four-part article, we first discussed delay notices. In the second section, we discussed some popular reasons why contractors need delay notices. In the third section, we discussed how contractors can apply for an extension of time. In this final section, we will discuss how this assessment process is performed.

The Assessment Process

Once the contractor has submitted the extension of time form, the contract administrator will review the claim and forward it along to the project manager. When the project manager reviews the form, they will assess and determine whether or not, as the claim demonstrates, the delay issues were beyond the contractor’s control. After reviewing the claim, the project manager will either approve or deny the request for extra time.

Final Advice

As Tallahassee construction lawyers that specialize in drafting a wide range of legal documents for construction industry professionals, we can promise you that the assessment process for a request of extra time is among the most complex areas of construction law. It’s important to have the right experienced legal counsel on your side to help present your case. Construction industry professionals don’t want to compromise their compensation or become liable for damages in case a project inevitably goes beyond its set completion date.

If you would like to speak with one of our Tallahassee construction lawyers, please contact us at 850.213.1295, or submit our contact request form.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general educational information only. This information does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to constitute legal advice, nor should it be relied upon as legal advice for your specific factual pattern or situation.