Construction Law & Construction Contracts.
Construction Contract Drafting – NZS 3910 & NEC3
We draft clear, compliant contracts under NZS 3910:2023 and NEC3, including tailored special conditions. All documentation is informed by our in-depth knowledge of New Zealand construction law. We provide tailored contract drafting that aligns with your project’s specific needs—whether you’re a principal, contractor, or consultant. Our expertise ensures that critical clauses covering scope, timeframes, payment, variations, risk allocation, and dispute resolution are clearly set out and legally enforceable. We help amend standard forms to suit project complexity, integrate special conditions, and ensure compliance with legislative obligations, including the Building Act and Construction Contracts Act.
Engineer to the Contract (EtC) Appointments
We act as impartial Engineers to the Contract, managing your project in line with NZS 3910’s legal and procedural requirements—issuing notices, certifying payments, and maintaining contract integrity.
Tendering & Contractor Engagement
As construction law specialists, we assist clients with drafting and reviewing tender documents, ensuring the selection criteria, scope of works, and risk allocations are clearly defined and legally sound. We advise on procurement strategies—whether open tender, negotiated contract, or ECI—and safeguard against challenges such as bid disputes, procedural irregularities, or unfair contract terms. Our role is to protect your commercial interests, mitigate legal risk, and ensure a robust contractual foundation from the outset.
Claims, Variations & Delay Notices
We manage variations, extension of time (EoT) claims, and payment disputes in accordance with both NZS 3910 and the Construction Contracts Act—backed by legal and financial knowledge.
Financial & Legal Oversight
Unlike a construction lawyer, we also monitor contract-related costs, cashflow forecasting, and payment structure compliance—ensuring both legal soundness and financial control.
Construction Insurance
As experts in construction law, we assist clients in reviewing policy wording, advising on indemnity clauses, and ensuring proper risk allocation between principal, contractor, and subcontractors. We help interpret complex exclusions, identify underinsurance risks, and manage claims—especially where defects, delays, or third-party liability arise. Our legal insight ensures your insurance coverage aligns with contractual obligations under NZS 3910 or NEC3, safeguarding your position before, during, and after construction.
Dispute Avoidance & Legal Risk Management
With our strong foundation in construction law, we help prevent disputes before they start. We ensure correct issue of notices, timely responses, and clear contract processes—protecting your legal position.
Do You Need a Construction Lawyer for Your Contract? Not with Aamsko.
Engaging a specialist construction lawyer can be costly, time-consuming, and disconnected from the practical realities of your project. At Aamsko, we take a different approach. We deliver the same legal rigour found in top-tier construction law firms—but with hands-on project insight and commercial practicality. Our team includes professionals with backgrounds in:
- Construction Law – contract drafting, statutory compliance, dispute resolution
- Architecture – design understanding, code compliance, buildability reviews
- Construction Finance – structured payment terms, budgeting, risk management
We bridge the gap between legal protection and real-world execution—meaning your contract is not just legally sound, but buildable, cost-effective, and enforceable.
Contact Us today o learn how engaging Aamsko can simplify your next project. We manage every aspect of your construction contract—drafting, administration, and legal compliance—so you don’t need a separate construction lawyer. Let us take care of the construction law and contract management, while you focus on the build.
Why Choose Aamsko Instead of a Traditional Construction Lawyer?
| Feature | Aamsko | Traditional Construction Lawyer |
|---|---|---|
| Contract Drafting | ✅ Yes – NZS 3910 / NEC3 | ✅ Yes |
| Construction Law Knowledge | ✅ Yes – legally trained team | ✅ Yes |
| Project Management | ✅ Full PM / EtC support | ❌ No |
| Site & Build Knowledge | ✅ Deep construction expertise | ❌ Limited or none |
| Architectural Awareness | ✅ Integrated | ❌ Rarely |
| Financial Oversight | ✅ Contractual & project finance | ❌ Not included |
| Dispute Prevention | ✅ Proactive & early intervention | ⚠️ Usually reactive |
| Cost Structure | 💰 Project-based Fixed % or less than $250/hr | 💰 High hourly rates moe than $350/hr |
Construction Law Expertise, With Project Delivery Built In!
Our construction law services go beyond the desk. We draft, manage, and enforce your construction contract while actively overseeing delivery onsite. That’s something a conventional construction lawyer can’t offer. With Aamsko, you’ll have a contract that aligns with your risk, budget, and programme—and a team who can back it up! Options include fixed fees, hourly consulting, or fully managed contracts under NEC3 or NZS 3910:2023.
Common Projects Using Construction Contracts NZS 3910 or NEC3
We regularly use NZS 3910 and NEC3 contracts across a wide range of construction projects, including commercial and mixed-use developments, residential design-and-build contracts, and body corporate remediation projects such as recladding and weathertightness repairs. These contracts are also ideally suited for managing complex works like high-rise refurbishments, whether accessed via scaffold or industrial abseil, as well as concrete repair, façade remediation, and protective coating installations.
Book Your Contract Review Today
You don’t need to engage a separate construction lawyer to manage your contract. Appoint Aamsko as your Project Manager or Engineer to the Contract, and we’ll handle everything—from legal compliance to site progress. Get in touch to talk about what you need from a construction lawyer. Let’s build it right—legally and practically.