Practical FIDIC Correspondence – Employer to Consultant Letters under the FIDIC Red Book (1999) is a specialized reference guide created to support construction project teams in managing contract-related correspondence effectively and in alignment with FIDIC standards.

With over two decades of experience in construction leadership and contract administration—and having successfully delivered more than 110 projects totaling over 1.22 billion USD (One billion, two hundred twenty-six million, one hundred fifty-eight thousand, and forty US dollars)—I have repeatedly observed a key challenge in the industry: many Employers face difficulty in responding clearly and contractually to correspondence issued by Consultants. This recurring issue prompted the development of this book.

In response, I compiled a practical and comprehensive collection of scenario-based letter templates, each grounded in realistic project situations and supported by specific contractual provisions under the FIDIC Red Book (1999).

This volume focuses specifically on the Employer-to-Consultant correspondence pathway, offering:

Whether you are a site engineer, contract administrator, or project manager, this book is intended to serve as a practical tool to help you:

This publication represents the second volume in a broader series that aims to cover other major FIDIC contract forms and essential aspects of construction contract management. The series is designed to provide professionals with structured, scenario-driven guidance across all key stakeholder roles within FIDIC-based projects.

Author

Elhassan Soliman