Mastering FIDIC Contracts Training Course for Construction Professionals 🏗️

Module 1: Introduction to FIDIC Contracts

 

ü  History and purpose of FIDIC

ü  The FIDIC Rainbow Suite and its application

ü  Key principles and philosophy of FIDIC

ü  Understanding the General and Particular Conditions

ü  The importance of the Special Provisions

ü  Practical Session: Comparing the structure of the Red and Yellow Books.

 

Module 2: Roles and Responsibilities of the Parties

 

ü  The Role of the Engineer as per FIDIC

ü  The Obligations of the Employer and the Contractor

ü  The concept of a Contractor's Representative

ü  Lines of communication and authority

ü  The Engineer's authority and limitations

ü  Practical Session: Role-playing a scenario involving a site instruction from the Engineer.

 

Module 3: Managing the Project Lifecycle (Red Book)

 

ü  The FIDIC training course on the Red Book

ü  Key Clauses for Construction (The Red Book)

ü  Commencement of Works and Taking-Over

ü  Defects Liability and Final Acceptance

ü  The role of the Engineer's supervision

ü  Practical Session: Drafting a notice of commencement.

 

Module 4: Managing Design-Build Projects (Yellow Book)

 

ü  Overview of the Yellow Book (Design-Build)

ü  The Contractor's Design Obligations

ü  Managing Contractor-initiated Variations

ü  The role of the Employer's requirements

ü  The Engineer's role in reviewing designs

ü  Practical Session: Analyzing a design submission and potential variations.

 

Module 5: Lump Sum and Turnkey Projects (Silver Book)

 

ü  Key Characteristics of the Silver Book

ü  Risk Allocation in Silver Book Contracts

ü  The Employer's and Contractor's responsibilities

ü  The role of the Employer's Representative

ü  Why the Silver Book is used for specific projects

ü  Practical Session: Identifying key risk points in a Silver Book contract.

 

Module 6: Payment and Financial Provisions

 

ü  Contract Price and Payment Procedures

ü  Issuing Interim Payment Certificates

ü  Final Account and Final Statement

ü  Retention Money and Performance Securities

ü  The importance of financial clauses

ü  Practical Session: Calculating and preparing an interim payment certificate.

 

Module 7: Claims and Variations Management

 

ü  The Difference Between Claims and Variations

ü  Procedures for Submitting and Responding to Claims

ü  Time and Cost Claims

ü  The Role of the Engineer in Claims Management

ü  The importance of contemporaneous records

ü  Practical Session: Drafting a notice of claim and required supporting documentation.

 

Module 8: Dispute Avoidance and Resolution

 

ü  The Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Board (DAAB)

ü  The role of Adjudication and Amicable Settlement

ü  The FIDIC Dispute Resolution Clause

ü  The Role of Arbitration

ü  The importance of records in disputes

ü  Practical Session: Simulating a DAAB hearing and presenting a case.

 

Module 9: Subcontracting and Third-Party Relationships

 

ü  The Contractor's Authority to Subcontract

ü  The Relationship between the Contractor and Subcontractor

ü  The Employer's role in subcontracts

ü  The importance of back-to-back clauses

ü  The impact on project liability

ü  Practical Session: Reviewing a subcontract agreement for FIDIC compliance.

 

Module 10: Case Study and Contract Review

 

ü  A comprehensive project case study

ü  Reviewing a real-world FIDIC contract

ü  Identifying key risks and responsibilities

ü  Group presentation and discussion on contract management strategies

ü  Final Q&A with the trainers to solidify knowledge

ü  Practical Session: A capstone project where participants analyze a full FIDIC contract.

About Our Trainers

 

Our trainers are seasoned professionals with extensive experience in international construction projects and FIDIC contract management. They have worked as Engineers, Contractors, and Claims Consultants on major projects worldwide. Their practical experience ensures that our FIDIC training courses are relevant, practical, and grounded in real-world application.

 

Quality Statement

 

We are committed to providing the highest quality FIDIC training that delivers tangible results. Our curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the latest editions of FIDIC forms and industry best practices. We maintain a low student-to-instructor ratio to ensure personalized attention and a high-quality learning experience.

 

Tailor-Made Courses

We offer customized versions of this FIDIC training course to meet the specific needs of your organization. We can adapt the content, duration, and delivery method to align with your corporate objectives and team's skill level. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com

Admission Criteria

ü  Participants should be reasonably proficient in English. 

ü  Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

ü  Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

ü  What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ü  Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

ü  The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

ü  Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

Booking for Training

Simply send an email to the Training Officer on training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com and we will send you a registration form. We advise you to book early to avoid missing a seat to this training. Or call us on +254720272325 / +254737296202

Payment Options

We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

ü  Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

ü  Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

ü  Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

ü  Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

ü  Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

ü  No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

For physical training attendees, we can assist with recommendations for accommodation near the training venue. Airport pick-up services can also be arranged upon request to ensure a smooth arrival. Please inform us of your travel details in advance if you require these services. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737296202