I dont know whether 'in bed with' is the right phrase but they certainly seem to be dictated by them. However, I wish ours had been delayed as we are paying a mortgage on an apartment that neither us or anyone else can stay in due to the faults in sanitation, not to mention the aircon.
So, I would see it as a bonus that you hadnt completed yet, but do ensure that you go over a do a snagging list prior to completion, as once you have completed there isnt any incentive to do the jobs as you have paid your money.