Construction Secrets

Cut costs, boost profits! Learn how your construction office might be draining your funds and what you can do to stop it. Tune in to our new video episode!

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Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

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Timestamps:

(1:55) - So many construction companies have these beautiful offices, which are almost entirely, there's almost no point to them

(3:11) - People actually get more work done provided that they're managed well

(4:53) - You can reduce the cost of getting the work done, having external teams to do things that are not your core focus

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in December 2022.

Unlock the power of a single contract clause to shield your business from the rising tide of inflation. Dive into how this strategic move can protect your bottom line and ensure your projects stay profitable, regardless of economic fluctuations. Ready to future-proof your construction business? Hit play and stay one step ahead!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

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Timestamps:

(1:44) - The rise and fall and escalation is essentially increasing of the rates that you've agreed in your contract because of outside forces

(4:20) - If you've agreed a rates based contract, every bit of work that you do, you are going to be losing 25, 30%, every bit of work that you do

(6:50) - How often are we going to increase the rates?

(9:52) - When are we going to increase the rates?

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Turn the tide against bankruptcy and don’t let it end your business! Find out how to negotiate your way through financial troubles. Tune in!

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Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

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Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(1:54) - More often than not, the contract allows for various different things that you can do, but sometimes the contract just doesn't work

(3:51) - When you're trying to figure out a problem, there's three sides to the story

(4:42) - One of the key things I've found in negotiations for our clients is using the word cashflow

(5:56) - If you can position yourself contractually well, you're going to do fantastic

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in November 2022.

Find out the critical reasons why Tier 2 construction firms must steer clear of the head contract trap. Delve into the complexities of this arrangement, understand its potential consequences, and learn strategic maneuvers to protect your interests and maintain control over your projects. Don't let contractual entanglements dictate your fate – listen now!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(2:51) - The principal is not your client

(5:29) - What are the problems that we're trying to solve?

(6:13) - Your change order won't be approved unless it's been approved by the principal

(8:44) - Don't tie your defects liability period to the head contract PC date

(9:13) - There are different six ways that you can be tied into the head contract and what are we going to do about it

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Staying afloat in construction is tough. Find out why many don't make it and learn how you can survive. Tune in!

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Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(1:16) - The contract space is the only place in the construction industry where you can instantly add hundreds of thousands even multiples of millions to the P&L on every project

(6:10) - Who am I and how do I know this?

(13:51) - I found out that they had invested millions and millions of dollars into their contracts people processes and systems

(17:08) - The Quantum Contract Advantage

(22:31) - All you have to do is send us your contracts when they come in, let us know about any changes or delays as and when they happen, and we'll take it from there

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in November 2022.

Discover how protecting your IP assets could be the key to securing your competitive edge in the industry. Press play to stay informed and empowered!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(2:35) - What is intellectual property IP?

(3:56) - Background IP, this is [the] IP that you're bringing into a project

(5:57) - The problem that we're trying to solve essentially is who owns what, who owns the background IP, who owns the IP generated

(7:37) - If you're bringing in this intellectual property that gives you a competitive advantage and you're agreeing to hand it over, then that's not good

(9:23) - You need to establish if the IP is a concern

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Learn the steps to making your construction business irresistible to buyers. Find out what buyers are searching for and how to make your company stand out. Get started today – listen now!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(1:17) - What are the things that construction companies don't work on that If they worked on, it would make their business far more sellable

(3:07) - Even though you're prepared to sell, you don't have to sell

(4:24) - We want to be prepared for sale to get the highest value exit when it happens

(5:42) - When you're trying to build a bigger business, they want to see a business that runs without you

(6:28) - Are my staff going to be looked after? Are they going to keep the people?

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in November 2022.

Join us as we explore the nuanced concept of proportional liability in construction, specifically tailored for tier 2 contractors. Tune in for expert analysis and actionable advice to reshape your risk management strategies effectively!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(1:57) - How does a law come about and where does your contract sit in relation to the law?

(4:31) - If something goes wrong on a construction project, you're only liable to pay for your contribution to what went wrong

(5:13) - In the Civil Liabilities Act, it says that you need proportion to blame fairly

(7:14) - Am I in a state that allows contracting out?

(8:49) - You need to make a commercial decision if it works in your favor or not

DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.

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Uncover the hidden truths about contract termination for construction contractors and its consequences. Gain valuable insights and practical advice for navigating termination situations with confidence. Tune in now!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(1:24) - Termination is one of the company ender clauses in a contract

(2:16) - If they breach the contract or if they default on the contract, what happens then?

(3:28) - Termination for convenienc

(5:10) - It's all about how much money do I lose? Am I going to be compensated for demobilizing? Is that going to be fair?

(7:55) - They have to demonstrate that you have defaulted

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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in November 2022.

Not sure what to do when you’re asked to sign guarantees and deeds in your construction contract? Listen now and get all the answers you need!

Our “Quantum Contract Advantage System” is known industry-wide for taking construction contractors from being contractually vulnerable, losing money on project administration, and appearing amateur during bidding and negotiations to instead putting that process on auto-pilot so they can secure more contracts, with better terms, for more profit, all while reducing risk.

We have done over 6,000 contract reviews and helped over 300 Construction Contractors, Subcontractors, and Suppliers across the USA, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, UK & Ireland manage over $20 billion worth of contracts.

Want to IMPROVE your contract terms for FREE? Go here: https://hubs.ly/Q02Q4r6W0

Want to BOOST your profit margins up to 15%? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtO3SimpleChanges

Want us to MANAGE your contracts for you? Go here: https://quantumcs.co/YtOCal3SimpleChanges

Timestamps:

(2:10) - We need to understand the difference between guarantees and deeds

(4:03) - If you're the parent company and you're trying to isolate your own risk, you're almost wanting to isolate yourself from that risk

(5:23) - I hate director's guarantees

(6:08) - Deeds are, it's a special type of prompts or commitment that indicates the most serious solemn indication that the executing party tends to do what they have promised

(7:59) - Director's guarantee, parent company guarantee, guarantees in general, and deeds are all telling you to take on more risk

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