Commercial Guides for Subcontractors
Practical, plain-language posts on back charge defence, variation management, scope of works, and delay claims — for Australian commercial subcontracting.
Site Instruction vs Variation: What Is the Difference and Why It Matters
Plain-language explanation of site instructions vs variations for Australian commercial subcontractors. The commercial difference, how each is documented, common traps.How to Recover Delay Costs as a Subcontractor in Australia
EOT claims, delay cost calculations, notice requirements and the records you need before making a delay claim against a head contractor.How to Read Inclusions and Exclusions in a Scope of Works
Plain-language guide to reading inclusions and exclusions in an Australian commercial subcontract. The traps, the install-only vs supply-and-install distinction, BWIC, PC items.Variation Not Approved — What Subcontractors Can Do Right Now
Practical steps for Australian subcontractors when a variation has been submitted and the builder has gone silent. Documentation, formal notice, and escalation timeline.Back Charge Dispute Letter Template for Subcontractors (Free Download)
A free copy-paste back charge dispute letter template for Australian commercial subcontractors. The 5 clauses to always reference and the common mistakes to avoid.
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