Research was undertaken to determine the major risk factors associated with international construction–consulting joint ventures (ICJVs) formed in the English-speaking Caribbean (ESC) with construction and consulting firms from Canada and the United States of America. The three highest ranked reasons for forming ICJVs are to improve competitive positions, enter new markets, and share risks and (or) profits. The three highest ranked benefits of the ICJVs are to enhance competitive position, obtain new work, and increase market share. There was some correlation between reasons for entering into these relationships and their perceived benefits. The three highest ranked risks were loss because of bureaucracy for late approvals, project delay, and cash flow problems of the client. The 10 highest ranked risks for both English-speaking Caribbean and North American firms were identical although the ranks changed slightly.Key words: construction management, international, risk factors, joint ventures, success factors.