MICHAEL ROWLINSON MSc, DipArb, MRICS, FCIOB, FCIArb, FCInstCES, is principal of Michael Rowlinson Associates Ltd. An experienced construction professional having qualified initially as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and later as a Chartered Builder, Michael specialises in all aspects of contract drafting, contract management, contract administration, construction law, claims and dispute resolution. As part of his work Michael lectures extensively and has written many published articles and two books on the NEC3 family of contracts.