Our Construction and Engineering lawyers

provide legal and commercial solutions that add value to any project, from the concept phase and throughout the construction process.

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Jurg van Dyk

Jurg van Dyk

Director, Sector Head

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The team is described as “very impressive,” adding that “the service is excellent” and they are noted for their “broad depth of skills and legal knowledge.”

Chambers Global 2017

"They have a can-do attitude and are very good to work with."

Chambers Global 2016

Construction & Engineering

Services

Our Construction and Engineering lawyers understand the importance of getting a project to completion on time and within budget.

We offer dedicated, experienced Construction and Engineering lawyers who provide legal and commercial solutions that add value to any project, from the concept phase and throughout construction. In the event that disputes arise, our team will ensure that your rights are properly protected.

Our team advises all participants in construction and engineering projects, including owners, contractors, professionals and supporting businesses. This gives us the ability to understand the requirements of all the stakeholders in construction and engineering projects, while aiming to support and achieve our clients’ objectives.

Our Construction and Engineering team has expertise in all the major sectors of the economy, including:

  • Energy (renewable and fossil fuel).
  • Transport.
  • Infrastructure.
  • Mining.
  • Process plants.
  • Civil construction.

Our services include:

  • Drafting and negotiating of all contractual arrangements whether bespoke contracts or customising the suite of FIDIC, NEC 3 and JBCC contracts.
  • Advice on the form and content of security packages, including bonds and guarantees, risk mitigation, insurance and the impact of regulatory and environmental legislation.
  • Dispute resolution including mediation, DABs, expert determination, arbitration and litigation, nationally, regionally and globally.
  • Particular expertise relating to all types of claims that arise from construction contracts, from construction contracts, including delay claims, P&G claims, etc.
  • Chambers Global 2017 ranked our Construction and Engineering sector in Band 2 for construction and from 2013–2016 ranked in
    Band 3 for construction.
  • The Legal 500 EMEA 2016-2017 recommended our practice in Tier 2 for construction.
  • Property & Construction Team of The Year 2014 awarded to our Real Estate practice in the African Legal Awards.
  • African Construction and Engineering Team of the Year 2016 in the African Legal Awards.