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Introduction
Course overview
This course is designed to provide practical guidance to those involved in the management or administration of projects where the use of FIDIC forms of contracts is required. The course covers management disciplines and procedures in the “Pre-Contract” phase of the project including the FIDIC Client Consultant Service Agreement and selection of the appropriate FIDIC form of contract. It also covers the “Post Contract” award phase, including all contract management disciplines and claim management issues.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Apply the correct FIDIC form of contract that is best suited for each project
- Implement FIDIC’s principles, mechanisms, and best practices for contract and project management
- Demonstrate the responsibilities, obligations, and entitlements of the employer and the contractor
- List the engineer’s different roles, duties, and responsibilities in relation to FIDIC contracts
- Apply the correct payments, claims, and dispute resolution mechanisms as envisaged by the FIDIC contracts
Who should attend
Target audience
- This course provides the necessary knowledge for professionals from government entities, private sector employers, consulting engineers, contractors, quantity surveyors, architects, legal advisers, funding agencies, insurers, and all professionals involved with FIDIC contracts.
- Target Competencies
- Understanding FIDIC contracts
- Contract administration
- Claim management
- Dispute resolution
- Construction management
Methodology
Learning approach
- This course is highly interactive and includes group discussions, case studies and syndicate work. It also includes practical exercises that enable all participants to apply the advanced knowledge they gained and demonstrate their skills in managing FIDIC Contracts.
Course content
Course outline and key learning areas
Module 1
FIDIC contract documents: Introduction and principles
- Introduction to FIDIC
- Background to FIDIC contracts
- Harmonization based on the type of project
- Features of the 1999 editions
- Structure of the documents
- Forms
- Main differences between the 1999 construction contract and the 1987 Red Book
- User friendliness
- Preparation of conditions of contract
- The legal character of FIDIC conditions of contract
- Relationship between FIDIC conditions of contract and legal systems
- Risk analysis
- Which form to use
Module 2
Overview of the 1999 contracts
- Construction contract
- Main differences between the construction contracts
Module 3
Responsibilities of the main parties
- Clause 1: General provisions and general issues
- Clause 2: The employer
- Clause 3: The engineer
- Clause 4: The contractor
- Clause 5: Construction contract – nominated subcontractors
- Clause 5: Plant and design-build contract – design
Module 4
Management of projects
- Clause 6: Staff and labor
- Clause 7: Plant material and workmanship
- Clause 8: Commencement delays and suspension
Module 5
Tests on completion
- Clause 9: Tests on completion
- Clause 10: Employer’s taking over; defects liability
- Clause 11: Plant contract – tests after completion
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does FIDIC Contracts Management: Practical Use of FIDIC Contracts (CM-009) cover?
This course covers Construction Management through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 19 - 23 October 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
This course provides the necessary knowledge for professionals from government entities, private sector employers, consulting engineers, contractors, quantity surveyors, architects, legal advisers, funding agencies, insurers, and all professionals involved with FIDIC contracts., Target Competencies, Understanding FIDIC contracts
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include London, Istanbul, Vienna, Munich, Rome, Amsterdam, Geneva.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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