1. Parties: Identification of the project owner/employer and the project management company, including their legal status and registration details
2. Background: Context of the agreement, brief description of the project, and the parties' intentions
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including project-specific terminology
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of project management services to be provided, including core responsibilities and deliverables
5. Project Manager's Obligations: Specific duties, standards of performance, and key responsibilities of the project manager
6. Client's Obligations: Client's responsibilities, including provision of information, access, and approvals
7. Project Timeline: Project phases, milestones, and completion dates
8. Fees and Payment Terms: Fee structure, payment schedule, and invoicing procedures
9. Reporting and Communication: Requirements for project reports, meetings, and communication protocols
10. Personnel: Key personnel requirements, qualifications, and replacement procedures
11. Quality Control: Quality management procedures and standards
12. Variations: Procedures for handling changes to scope or services
13. Liability and Indemnification: Allocation of risks and responsibilities between parties
14. Insurance: Required insurance coverage and minimum limits
15. Term and Termination: Duration of agreement and grounds for termination
16. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
17. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for resolving disputes, including jurisdiction and applicable law
18. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate clauses including notices, assignment, and entire agreement
