Introduction  This Update considers the law relating to Superintendents.  It raises an interesting question as to whether the conduct of a party who fails to follow the contract can have the flow on effect of varying their rights under the contract.   Superintendents  Many commercial construction contracts provide for the Principal to appoint a Superintendent.  The Superintendent has duties akin to those of an umpire who is to ensure the Contractor and the Principal play fair when constructing the … Continue reading Getting the contract out of the bottom drawer