EFFECTIVE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT IN CONSTRUCTION, A COMPREHENSIVE COURSE

This DIXONTECH program provides a practical and strategic understanding of Contract Management in Construction, covering the entire contract lifecycle — from drafting and negotiation to performance monitoring and dispute resolution. Participants will gain knowledge of key contractual principles, risk allocation, legal frameworks, and contract administration best practices essential for successful project execution and stakeholder collaboration.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Fundamentals of Construction Contract Management
• Contract Structures, Types, and Legal Frameworks
• Procurement, Tendering, and Contract Awarding
• Contract Administration and Performance Monitoring
• Risk Management, Claims, and Dispute Resolution
• Best Practices in Contract Closure and Lessons Learned

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

• Understand key contract management principles
• Draft and negotiate effective construction contracts
• Administer and monitor contract performance
• Manage risks, claims, and disputes efficiently
• Ensure compliance with project requirements
• Improve collaboration across project stakeholders

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO:

• Contract and project managers
• Construction and procurement professionals
• Engineers and quantity surveyors
• Legal and compliance officers
• Site supervisors and consultants
• Risk management and finance specialists

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The course combines interactive lectures, case study analysis, and real world contract simulations. Participants engage in hands on exercises covering drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution scenarios. The DIXONTECH methodology ensures practical application, legal insight, and managerial competence to achieve excellence in construction contract management.

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

• Overview of contract management in construction projects
• The role of contract managers and key stakeholders
• Contract lifecycle: from initiation to closure
• Legal principles governing construction contracts
• Contract documentation and essential clauses
• Aligning contracts with project objectives

DAY 2

CONTRACT TYPES, STRUCTURES, AND PROCUREMENT MODELS

• Lump sum, cost plus, unit price, and turnkey contracts
• Design build and EPC contract structures
• Procurement and tendering strategies in construction
• Selecting appropriate contract models for projects
• Bid evaluation and contractor selection criteria
• Common challenges in contract formation

DAY 3

CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION AND PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

• Setting up contract administration systems
• Contractor performance and progress measurement
• Change orders, variations, and cost adjustments
• Communication and documentation protocols
• Contract reporting and record keeping best practices
• Role of contract managers in project success

DAY 4

RISK MANAGEMENT, CLAIMS, AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

• Identifying and allocating contract risks
• Managing time, cost, and scope related claims
• Documentation and evidentiary requirements for claims
• Negotiation, mediation, and arbitration processes
• Role of FIDIC and international contract standards
• Preventing disputes through proactive management

DAY 5

CONTRACT CLOSURE, AUDITING, AND LESSONS LEARNED

• Final acceptance, handover, and close out procedures
• Financial settlement and release of retention
• Contract audits and compliance reviews
• Evaluating contractor and supplier performance
• Capturing lessons learned and improving frameworks
• Final case study and best practice workshop