Every successful building project starts with a clear contract. A properly drafted JCT agreement defines exactly what’s being built, who’s responsible for design, how payments are made, and what happens if things change. At Onform, we prepare tailored JCT contracts - including the Employer’s Requirements and Project Brief that set out your project’s scope and standards - giving you complete clarity and protection from day one.

A clear Employer’s Requirements (ERs) document is essential under JCT contracts to avoid disputes, control costs, and set the quality standard. Here’s why it matters and how to get it right.

Clear Employer’s Requirements are the backbone of every JCT Design & Build contract. They define scope, quality, design responsibility and cost risk — protecting both the Employer and the Contractor. This guide explains what to include and why professionally prepared ERs make your project smoother, safer and more cost-certain.

Understanding which JCT contract suits your project is essential for managing cost, design and risk. From Minor Works to Design & Build and Prime Cost, the right form depends on your procurement route and how complete your design is. This guide explains the key differences in the 2024 JCT suite — and why clear Employer’s Requirements are critical to achieving cost certainty and quality.

The cost of preparing a JCT contract depends on your project’s complexity and the documentation required. ONFORM Construction Consultancy explains what influences pricing — from Employer’s Requirements and Preliminaries to coordination and tender support — and why professional drafting ensures total clarity and compliance.