This work presents a thorough overview of standard contract documents and their use in successfully administering construction projects. Advice on effective communications, the terms and contents of standard agreements, project forms and their use for communications and documentation, and compliance with codes and regulations are among the subjects addressed.

Introduction to construction contract administration -- Roles and responsibilities -- Preconstruction -- Meetings -- Submittals -- Site visits, observations, and inspections -- Quality assurance and quality control -- Interpretations and modifications -- Executing the work -- Claims and disputes -- Measurements and payment -- Project closeout -- Developing a construction contract administration guide -- Summary.