{"id":57856,"date":"2024-07-10T14:36:32","date_gmt":"2024-07-10T12:36:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/?page_id=57856"},"modified":"2024-07-30T02:37:46","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T00:37:46","slug":"5-pratiques-de-gestion-litiges-moa-moe","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/5-pratiques-de-gestion-litiges-moa-moe\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 best practices for preventing disputes with the project owner for project management."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.16&Prime; global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>The 5 best practices for preventing disputes with the project owner for project management.\u00a0<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><strong>Obligations to maintain a dispute with the project owner<\/strong><strong>work on a construction site, what are its responsibilities and how should it be prevented by Ma\u00eetre C\u00e9cile Zakine, Doctor of Law, lawyer.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The project manager (or architect) plays a crucial role in the realization of a construction or renovation project.<\/p>\n<p>As a professional mandated by the project owner, he assumes responsibility for the management of the works, the financial summary, compliance with the schedule, verification of invoices and management of contractual relations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to do when the project manager enters into conflict with the project owner who disputes the invoices, particularly those relating to additional work?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb3_5,2_5&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb3_5&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h2><strong>The <\/strong><strong>o<\/strong><strong>obligations of <\/strong><strong>m<\/strong><strong>master of<\/strong><strong>oh<\/strong><strong>Work<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>1. Conduct of work<\/h3>\n<p>The management of works is one of the main responsibilities of the project manager. This includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lake<\/strong><strong>coordination of <\/strong><strong>i<\/strong><strong>Speakers<\/strong> : the project manager ensures coordination between the various stakeholders (architects, design offices, construction companies) to guarantee the harmonious execution of the project.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The s<\/strong><strong>supervision of <\/strong><strong>t<\/strong><strong>renovations<\/strong> : He must supervise the work to ensure that it is carried out in accordance with the plans and technical specifications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The g<\/strong><strong>management of <\/strong><strong>m<\/strong><strong>modifications<\/strong> : In the event of changes or unforeseen circumstances, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/probleme-servitude-droit-passage-avocat\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >the project manager<\/a> must propose suitable solutions and obtain the approval of the project owner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>2. Financial synthesis<\/h3>\n<p>The financial management of the project rests on the shoulders of the project manager, who must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Establish the Forecast Budget<\/strong> : He draws up a detailed forecast budget in consultation with the project owner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Su<\/strong><strong>drunk<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>l<\/strong><strong>it is <\/strong><strong>d<\/strong><strong>expenses<\/strong> : It ensures rigorous monitoring of expenses to avoid budget overruns.<\/li>\n<li><strong>G<\/strong><strong>to erode<\/strong><strong> of <\/strong><strong>has<\/strong><strong>accounts and <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>likes<\/strong> : It checks and validates the progress of the work, as well as the payment requests from the companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb2_5&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/avocat-maitrise-oeuvre.webp\u00a0\u00bb alt=\u00a0\u00bbavocat maitrise oeuvre\u00a0\u00bb title_text=\u00a0\u00bbavocat maitrise oeuvre\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3>3. Work schedule<\/h3>\n<p>Another crucial obligation is meeting deadlines. The project manager is responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>THE<\/strong><strong>establishment of the <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>lanning<\/strong> : Develop a detailed work schedule, defining the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/abandon-de-chantier-5-points-cles-pour-preserver-vos-droits-sur-calais-et-pas-de-calais\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >key milestones and associated deadlines<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Follow-up of the <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>lanning<\/strong> : Monitor the progress of work to ensure that it meets the set deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Management of <\/strong><strong>r<\/strong><strong>etards<\/strong> : Anticipate and manage possible delays, taking the necessary measures to minimize them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Be careful with additional work: be precise and rigorous:\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Documentation is the key to proving the legitimacy of additional work and its order by the project owner:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Amendments to the Contract<\/strong> : Prepare specific amendments for each request for additional work, signed by the project owner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase Orders<\/strong> : Use signed purchase orders for each additional intervention.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Construction site reports<\/strong> : Regularly document the progress of work and decisions taken.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3>3. Work schedule<\/h3>\n<p>Another crucial obligation is meeting deadlines. The project manager is responsible for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>THE<\/strong><strong>establishment of the <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>lanning<\/strong> : Develop a detailed work schedule, defining the key stages and associated deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Follow-up of the <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>lanning<\/strong> : Monitor the progress of work to ensure that it meets the set deadlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Management of <\/strong><strong>r<\/strong><strong>etards<\/strong> : Anticipate and manage possible delays, taking the necessary measures to minimize them.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Be careful with additional work: be precise and rigorous:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Documentation is the key to proving the legitimacy of additional work and its order by the project owner:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Amendments to the Contract<\/strong> : Prepare specific amendments for each request for additional work, signed by the project owner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase Orders<\/strong> : Use signed purchase orders for each additional intervention.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Construction site reports<\/strong> : Regularly document the progress of work and decisions taken.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\u00a0\u00bb1_3,2_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb1_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/avocat-conflit-chantier.webp\u00a0\u00bb alt=\u00a0\u00bbavocat conflit chantier\u00a0\u00bb title_text=\u00a0\u00bbavocat conflit chantier\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb2_3&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3>4. Verification of invoices<\/h3>\n<p>Verifying company invoices is essential to ensure sound financial management of the project. The project manager must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Control<\/strong><strong>r<\/strong><strong> of <\/strong><strong>s<\/strong><strong>Work situations<\/strong> : Review and approve work situations submitted by companies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>to validate<\/strong><strong> of <\/strong><strong>f<\/strong><strong>actions<\/strong> : Check the conformity of invoices with the services provided and the contractual rates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>su<\/strong><strong>ivi of <\/strong><strong>p<\/strong><strong>likes<\/strong> : Ensure payment monitoring in coordination with the project owner.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What does this mean and what to do if payment for work or additional work is refused?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If the project owner refuses to pay the companies&#039; invoices, the project manager can follow several steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mediation<\/strong> : propose mediation to resolve the dispute amicably before a mediator, but we will know very quickly whether or not mediation is possible<\/li>\n<li><strong>Friendly expertise<\/strong> : Request an amicable expert appraisal to objectively assess the conformity and cost of the work carried out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.26.0&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Send a letter to m<\/strong><strong>ise in <\/strong><strong>d<\/strong><strong>emeure<\/strong> : If amicable steps fail, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/le-courrier-de-mise-en-demeure-me-zakine-docteur-en-droit-avocat\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >formal notice<\/a> constitutes a preliminary step before legal action:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Be specific in the c<\/strong><strong>Contents of the formal notice<\/strong> : Detail the amounts due, the services provided and the corresponding supporting documents.<\/p>\n<p>If this involves additional work, it should be detailed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Indicate a d<\/strong><strong>response time<\/strong> : Set a reasonable deadline for the project owner to regularize the situation (10 to 15 days)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Notification by bailiff<\/strong> : if you wish, you can have the formal notice sent by a bailiff to give more weight to your request.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/protection-juridique\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >Legal Action<\/a><\/strong> : if amicable steps fail, take legal action to obtain payment of unpaid invoices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Payment Guarantee<\/strong> : check whether payment guarantees have been provided in the contract and activate them if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The project manager plays a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cecile-zakine.fr\/en\/le-role-crucial-de-lavocat-en-droit-immobilier-en-droit-de-la-construction-et-en-droit-de-la-copropriete-dans-le-var-par-me-zakine\/\" rel=\"dofollow\" >central role in the success of a construction project<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Their responsibilities in terms of work management, financial management, compliance with the schedule and verification of invoices are essential to guarantee the quality and compliance of the project.<\/p>\n<p><strong>To protect against litigation, it is crucial to draft detailed contracts, maintain rigorous documentation and prioritize transparent communication.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>In the event of refusal of payment by the project owner<\/strong>, amicable and legal steps must be considered to ensure the protection of the interests of companies and the success of the project. 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