Conflict in Construction

by Jeff Whitfield

Construction projects are beset with disputes. In 1960 around250 writs were issued relating to construction disputes. Within 30years this number increased five-fold, and in the 20 years sincethen the number of disputes has not fallen. Some disputes aresignificant, others are quite minor, but most could probably beavoided. Disputes originate in disagreements or conflict betweenindividuals, which if addressed early, can prevent escalation intosituations that are difficult, expensive and time consuming toresolve.

Conflicts in Construction deals with all types ofconflict but concentrates on the conflicts that lead to disputes inconstruction projects. The book shows the reader how to avoid, manage and resolve conflicts before they become seriousdisputes.

The first edition of Conflicts in Construction was readwidely and saved many individuals and companies from falling intointractable disputes. The second edition, fully updated, forms thebase content for the Hill/ Knowles seminar series on conflicts, delivered around the globe by the author, and will be an importantread for everyone employed in the construction industry.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1118298705
• ISBN13: 9781118298701
• Release Date: September 2012
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 152 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.9" x 10.2"