Course in Claims and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts

This course aims to:

• Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the FIDIC Conditions of Contract, including essential documents like the Red Book, Yellow Book, and Silver Book.
• Enhance participants' skills in claim management by teaching them how to prepare documentation and present evidence in line with FIDIC claims procedures.
• Offer in-depth knowledge of dispute resolution mechanisms, including the application of DAB and arbitration, to address complex contractual disputes.
• Train participants in evaluating claims related to extensions of time (EOT) and variation orders while assessing their impact on project timelines and costs.
• Explain the handling of force majeure events and breach of contractual obligations under FIDIC Contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Develop participants' ability to analyse disputes using tools such as delay analysis, enabling effective and equitable solutions.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for professionals in engineering, construction, and contract management, including:

• Project managers and contractors responsible for managing contracts and handling claims under FIDIC.
• Legal engineers and legal consultants specialising in dispute resolution and arbitration in construction projects.
• Civil engineers and technical personnel seeking to understand the implications of variation orders and time extensions on projects.
• Contract managers and claims specialists aiming to improve their expertise in claims management and addressing disputes effectively under FIDIC Contracts.
• Legal professionals offering consultancy services in contractual claims and advising on the rights and obligations of parties.

Consultants and employers wishing to enhance their skills in managing disputes with contractors and ensuring smooth project execution.

Introduction to FIDIC Contracts

• Overview of FIDIC Contracts and their significance in global engineering and construction projects.
• Key features of FIDIC’s Red Book, Yellow Book, and Silver Book.
• Detailed analysis of FIDIC Contract Clauses and their role in regulating relationships between parties.

Managing Contractual Claims

• Understanding the process of submitting contractual claims under FIDIC guidelines.
• Documentation and preparation of evidence to support claims for time extensions (EOT) and variation orders.
• Assessing the financial and scheduling impacts of claims on project delivery.

Dispute Resolution under FIDIC

• Role of the Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB) in resolving disputes during project execution.
• Effective use of arbitration for addressing complex and high-value disputes.
• Handling disputes involving breach of contract and force majeure scenarios.

Delay Analysis and Time Management

• Techniques for analysing delays to identify root causes and their impact on project schedules.
• Preparing and substantiating EOT claims in accordance with FIDIC procedures.
• Strategies to minimise delay effects on project timelines and ensure adherence to schedules.

Variation Orders and Contract Management

• Understanding the role of variation orders in modifying the scope of work and their impact on cost and timelines.
• Negotiating variation orders effectively and ensuring accurate documentation.
• Managing contractual amendments to maintain project stability.

Force Majeure and Contractual Responsibilities

• Analysis of force majeure clauses under FIDIC Contracts and their importance in mitigating contractual risks.
• Managing unforeseen events to safeguard parties’ rights.
• Addressing the implications of force majeure on claims and dispute resolution.

FIDIC Contract Clauses and Obligations

• Detailed study of key FIDIC clauses, including parties’ obligations and responsibilities.
• Drafting clauses related to variation orders and time extensions to minimise disputes.
• Ensuring compliance with contractual terms and maintaining accurate documentation.

Claims and Disputes Procedures

• Steps for submitting claims under FIDIC, from documentation to final resolution.
• Managing disputes between employers and contractors using effective legal tools.
• The importance of legal procedures and well-documented evidence in supporting claims.