Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis

Course Description

Extension of Time (EOT) has become a frequent activity in many construction projects. EOT is sometimes a difficult element for clients to agree upon which is why the individuals dealing with these clients need to be intelligent, fast, confident, and persuasive. Project Managers who are eager to improve and refine their management skills will benefit from this course. However, the benefits have not just been confined to Project Managers but go beyond that field as well.

The intention of this Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis offered by Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training is to understand EOT delay, and perform cause and effect analysis to make an evaluation based on the type of delay and who owns the EOT claim entitlement. This Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis offered by Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training aims at improving the work efficiency and competency of Project Managers, Planning Engineers, Contract Administrators, Construction Managers, Technical Managers, and other relevant occupations dealing with construction projects.

Why is this ‘Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis’ different from the others? The underlying problem with most courses teaching similar subjects like the ones covered in this course is that they emphasize upon purely ‘studying’ rather than enabling participants to utilize the information and skills they learn from their respective courses. This is what sets this course apart from the others – the provision for practical application of working on real claims. This Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis offered by Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training will empower you with the consciousness of challenging your thinking capacities and boost your competency as it challenges your perspective and way of thinking about claims.

Course Objectives

Upon the successful completion of this Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis, participants will be able to:

• Analyze areas of project delay and pick out and eradicate the most problematic ones
• Develop events documents along with a transcript of possible discussion topics
• Create templates for each event for team discussion and client clarifications
• Prepare supporting letter for all relevant events
• Develop an EOT log, including all relevant data
• Identify the right and most effective methods of reporting project delays
• Provide legitimate claims, with sufficient information, to convince clients to provide you with an extension
• Write a narrative report for your claim highlighting the delays

Training Methodology

The course is designed to be highly interactive, challenging and stimulating. It will be an instructor led training and will be delivered using a blended learning approach comprising of presentations, discussions, guided sessions of practical exercise, case study review, web-based tutorials, group work, exploration of relevant issues collaborative strength training, performance measurement, and workshops of participants’ displays, all of which adhere to the highest standards of training. The training technique is built on learning by doing, with lecturers using a learner-centered approach to engage participants and provide tasks that allow them to apply what they’ve learned. Experiential knowledge is also given equal importance within the format of training. Our facilitators are seasoned industry professionals with years of expertise in their chosen fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.

Who Should Attend?

This Training Course on Construction Delay Analysis would be suitable for, but not limited to:

• Quantity Surveyors
• Commercial Managers
• Construction Lawyers
• Project Managers
• Planning Engineers

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction

• Brief History of Construction Contracts & Case Law
• Introduction to Claims
• Claims – A Holistic View
• The Concept of Claims
• Claims against Consultants
• Types of Delay
• Forensic Schedule Delay Analysis
• Find the Events

Module 2: Claims Quantum – Preliminaries Modelling

• Collect and Record Supporting Documents
• Major Claim Headings
• Creating a Contract Model
• Creating an EOT Prelims Model
• Key Errors to Avoid

Module 3: Analysis of EOT Claim

• Analyze the Delays
• Build Your Case
• Defend Your Case
• EOT Workshop
• EOT Workshop Solution

Module 4: Increased Plant Labour and Material Costs

• Case Law Analysis
• Quantum Spreadsheet

Module 5: Claims For Loss of Profit & Recovery of Claims Preparation Costs

• Legal Analysis of Loss of Profit Claims
• Loss of Profit Under FIDIC & Recovery of Claims Preparation Costs
• Advanced Global Claims

Module 6: Workshop Assignments

• EOT Workshop Assignments
• Case Study Based Workshops

Module 7: EOT Claim and Case Analysis

• EOT Claim Template – An Explanation
• Recovery of Banking Related Losses

Module 8: Delay Analysis and Other Techniques

• Delay Analysis Techniques
• Types of Delay
• Contractor Delay Events
• Client/Engineer Delay Events
• Contractor Time Claims Clause
• Client Claims Clause
• Claims Notice letters
• Cause and Effect Analysis
• Programme Schedule for Entitlement Review
• Claims Entitlement Analysis
• Claims Quantification
• Sample Delay Notice

Module 9: Choice of Contracts

• Choice of Contracts
• Clients Objectives
• Contracting Methods
• Standard Forms of Contract
• Joint Ventures
• Other Forms of Contract
• Special Conditions & Contract Documents

Module 10: Tender and Acceptance

• Tender & Acceptance
• Selection & Pre-Qualification
• Time Allowed for Tendering
• Exploitation of Poor Tender Documents by Contractors
• Preparing the Tender
• Qualified Tenders
• Evaluation Criteria
• Rejection Acceptance & LOI

Module 11: Monitoring Delay and Disruption Claims Prevention

• Monitoring Delay and Disruption of Claims & Prevention
• Possession of Site & Commencement
• Pre-Commencement Meeting
• Instructions & Drawing Issues
• Site Instructions & Verbal Instructions
• Form of Instructions
• Programme & Progress
• Notice: Records & Particulars
• Delays after the Contract Completion Date
• Minimizing Exposure to Claims & Prevention

Module 12: Formulation and Presentation of Claims

• Formulation & Presentation of Claims
• Notice & Presentation of Extension of Claims
• Delays after the Contract Completion Date
• Summary on Presentation of EOT Claims
• Recovery of Loss/or Expenses/ and or Damages
• Notice of Intention to Claim Financial Recompense
• Particulars & Further information to Support Claim
• Prolongation Claims
• Concurrent delays
• Disruption & Loss of Productivity
• Claims for Acceleration
• Variations
• Day Works
• Fluctuations
• Quantum Merit
• Finance Charges: Remedies for Late Payments
• Cost of Preparing the Claim
• Assessment & Evaluation
• Summary of Presentation of Claims for Additional Payment
• Quantum Merit
• Formal Claim Submission

Module 13: Response to Claims: Counter Claims

• Response to Claims & Counter Claims
• EOT
• Claims for Additional Payment
• Counter Claims
• Liquidated Damages
• General Damages
• Claims Against Subcontractors

Module 14: Avoidance, Resolution and Settlement of Disputes

• Avoidance, Resolution & Settlement of Disputes
• Claim Submission
• Negotiation
• Resolution of Disputes by Third Parties
• Enforcement of Foreign Awards
  

Requirements

• Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
• Applicants must live up to Phoenix Center for Policy, Research and Training admission criteria.

NOTE

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free
2. 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.
3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.
4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.
5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITARules.

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 / +254737566961 

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:

1. 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.
2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.
3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
3. 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.

Tailor Made Courses

This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961 or Email training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com  

Accommodation

Accommodation is arranged upon request and at extra cost. For reservations contact the Training Officer on Email: training@phoenixtrainingcenter.com or on Tel: +254720272325 / +254737566961