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Section 2— The Contractor's Main Responsibilities

Clause 23.1

Key Persons

Purpose

The Contractor's key persons are identified in the Contract Data. The Contractor cannot replace a key person without the PM's acceptance of the replacement.

Practical Application

Key persons include the project manager, site manager, and design lead. Their roles are critical to project delivery.

Common Pitfalls

Replacing a key person without acceptance may be a breach. The PM's refusal to accept a replacement must be on reasonable grounds related to suitability.

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