FIDIC Claims: Management of Claims and Resolution of Disputes

Master the essentials of managing claims and resolving disputes under FIDIC Red, Yellow, and Silver Book contracts. This practical 2-day course equips construction professionals with the tools to identify entitlements, quantify impacts, and confidently navigate FIDIC’s claims and dispute resolution processes.

Description

 

This 2-day course provides a comprehensive understanding of FIDIC claims management and dispute resolution. Designed for project managers, engineers, and contract administrators, it equips participants 

FIDIC contracts are widely used in international construction projects, requiring robust claims management to avoid disputes. FIDIC Claims: Management of Claims and Resolution of Disputes is a 2-day course designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and tools to manage claims and resolve disputes under FIDIC contracts. The course covers claim identification, entitlement assessment, quantification, and dispute resolution processes, tailored to FIDIC Red, Yellow, and Silver Books.

Participants will learn to identify claimable events, such as delays, variations, and unforeseen conditions, and assess entitlements based on FIDIC clauses. The course addresses quantification methods for cost and time impacts, as well as dispute resolution mechanisms, including adjudication and arbitration. Practical case studies and exercises illustrate real-world FIDIC claim scenarios, from submission to resolution.

The course emphasizes strategies for preparing robust claim submissions, negotiating resolutions, and avoiding escalation to formal disputes. It includes guidance on documenting claims, analysing impacts, and presenting evidence to stakeholders. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to minimize disputes, recover costs, and ensure compliance with FIDIC requirements.

By the end, attendees will be equipped to prepare, evaluate, and negotiate claims, enhancing project outcomes and reducing risks in FIDIC-based projects.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Understand FIDIC contract clauses related to claims and disputes.
  • Identify and assess claim entitlements under FIDIC contracts.
  • Quantify claims for cost and time impacts accurately.
  • Apply dispute resolution mechanisms, including adjudication and arbitration.
  • Prepare and negotiate robust FIDIC claim submissions.
  • Mitigate risks associated with claims and disputes.

Who Should Attend?

  • Project managers, engineers, and contract administrators.
  • Quantity surveyors and construction professionals.
  • Legal and procurement professionals handling FIDIC contracts.
  • Individuals seeking to improve claims management skills.

Course Outline

Day 1: FIDIC Claims Fundamentals

  • Overview of FIDIC contracts: Red, Yellow, Silver Books.
  • Identifying claimable events: Delays, variations, unforeseen conditions.
  • Assessing entitlements under FIDIC clauses.
  • Exercise: Preparing a FIDIC claim notice.

Day 2: Quantification and Dispute Resolution

  • Quantifying claims: Cost and time impact analysis.
  • Dispute resolution: Adjudication, arbitration, and mediation.
  • Negotiation strategies for FIDIC claims.
  • Resolving a FIDIC claim dispute.

Course Format and Duration

Live-Online

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