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Description

The aim of the "Commercial Management of Construction Contracts" course is to provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to the key commercial principles and practices underpinning civil engineering contracts. The course is designed to enhance understanding of contract documentation, the structure and function of major contract forms such as NEC, JCT, and FIDIC, and the commercial responsibilities of various roles within a project. It also aims to equip attendees with foundational knowledge of risk management, claims formulation, and dispute resolution mechanisms, thereby supporting more effective commercial decision-making in construction environments.

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Sessions include

  • What is a contract?
  • Main contract types and managing the associated risks
  • Standard forms of contracts
  • Basis of claims and burden of proof

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Identify and interpret the core components of civil engineering contract documents.
  • Distinguish between the main forms of civil engineering contracts and understand their practical applications.
  • Explain the role of commercial risk management in contract execution.
  • Describe the key contract processes, roles, and responsibilities involved in commercial management.
  • Recognise the principles of effective contract housekeeping and documentation.
  • Understand the basis on which claims are formulated and the typical methods used to resolve disputes.
  • Apply this knowledge to support commercial functions across a range of roles, including site engineers, quantity surveyors, and specialist subcontractors.

Delivery Availability and Duration

Virtual / In-house / Public
3.5 hrs Virtual workshop plus elearning

Who is this for?

The course is suitable for agents, works managers, site engineers, site planners, quantity surveyors, and specialist sub-contractors

A Kingsfield Academy certificate will be issued for the successful completion of this course.

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