Draft, Review & Negotiate Contracts that Protect Your Business

Building Contracts & Purchase Orders

At Level Playing Field Lawyers, we assist construction professionals and landowners with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating building contracts and purchase orders across public, private, and government sectors. A well-structured contract is the foundation of a smooth and successful construction project—minimizing risk, securing payments, and preventing costly disputes.

We draft amicable agreements that foster strong industry relationships while ensuring your business interests are protected against legal and financial pitfalls. Our expertise extends to:

Whether you need a custom contract, a review of an existing agreement, or support in a contract dispute, our team ensures you are legally protected and commercially secure.

Business Risks & Industry Challenges

The construction industry is full of contractual complexities that can lead to financial losses and legal issues if not managed properly. Some of the most common challenges can be:

Unclear or Unfavorable Contract Terms

Poorly drafted contracts can shift risks unfairly onto builders and subcontractors.

Delayed or Non-Payment

Weak payment clauses leave businesses vulnerable to cash flow issues.

Variation Disputes

Lack of clear documentation can lead to unpaid work.

Termination & Liability Issues

Contracts with vague exit clauses or excessive indemnities can be a major business risk.

Compliance & Regulatory Risks sues

Failure to meet government and industry regulations can result in penalties and project delays.

How We Help In Building Contracts & Purchase Orders

At Level Playing Field Lawyers, we take a proactive, results-driven approach to construction contracts and purchase orders. Our services include:

Drafting & Negotiating Contracts

Tailored agreements that protect your interests and minimize disputes.

Contract Review & Risk Assessment

Identifying problematic clauses and unfair risk allocations before you sign.

Contract Departures & Amendments

Negotiating fairer terms and removing hidden risks.

Contract Administration & Dispute Resolution

Ensuring compliance and resolving conflicts before they escalate.

Purchase Order Management

Clarifying purchase order terms to ensure smooth transactions and prevent disputes.

Major Domestic Building Contracts

  • Drafting and reviewing custom and standard contracts for large-scale residential construction.
  • Ensuring compliance with domestic building laws and contractual best practices.
  • Addressing payment schedules, variation clauses, and defect liability concerns.

Home Building Contracts

  • Ensuring legally compliant contracts for single dwellings, renovations, and extensions.
  • Preventing disputes by clarifying project scope, pricing, and timelines.
  • Protecting builders from unfair contract terms and late payments.

Commercial Construction Contracts

  • Structuring agreements for commercial, retail, and industrial construction projects.
  • Defining payment terms, risk allocation, and completion clauses to protect stakeholders.
  • Ensuring compliance with commercial construction regulations.

Subcontractor Agreements

  • Drafting fair and enforceable subcontractor agreements.
  • Protecting subcontractors from payment delays, unfair backcharges, and retention disputes.
  • Ensuring compliance with Security of Payment Act regulations.

Head Contractor Agreements

  • Assisting head contractors in structuring agreements that minimize risk and clarify responsibilities.
  • Reviewing payment schedules, indemnities, and dispute resolution terms.

Joint Venture & Development Project Agreements

  • Structuring joint venture agreements to define responsibilities, profit-sharing, and risk allocation.
  • Advising on legal compliance, financing terms, and dispute resolution for large-scale development projects.

Template Purchase Orders & Contract Purchase Orders

  • Creating legally enforceable purchase orders that prevent disputes over variations and payment terms.
  • Assisting with purchase order amendments and disputes related to contract work.

Kind words from our clients

"We found them very professional and switched on, and easy to work with. "

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FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Payment terms, indemnities, termination rights, variation clauses, and dispute resolution procedures.

Have a lawyer review your contract before signing to negotiate fairer terms.

Clear scope of work, payment schedules, indemnities, dispute resolution methods, and termination rights.

Yes, we can draft contract departures and amendments to ensure fair risk allocation.

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