Start date: Monday 21st, Thursday 24th, Monday 28th September and Thursday 1st October

Duration: 9:00am – 3:30pm

Location: Online

Cost: Funded to €695 per person

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Programme overview

Transform Your Construction Career with Expert-Led Training Series

Delivery: Online

Dates: Monday 21st, Thursday 24th, Monday 28th September and Thursday 1st October

Time: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm each day

Course Overview

This practical training programme is designed to give construction professionals a clear, working understanding of contract and commercial management across the full project lifecycle.

The course combines core contract law principles with real-world application, focusing on the day-to-day commercial issues that arise on construction projects and how to manage them effectively.

Participants will gain exposure to both international and Irish contract frameworks, including the NEC form of contract and the Public Works Contract, ensuring they can operate confidently across different project environments. The programme is highly practical, with real examples, case studies and interactive discussion throughout.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Understand the fundamentals of contract law and how they apply in construction
Manage the commercial aspects of a project from tender through to final account
Identify key risks and protect your position contractually and commercially
Understand the key mechanisms within NEC contracts, including compensation events and programme management
Navigate the structure and key provisions of the Public Works Contract
Manage payments, variations and claims in line with contractual requirements
Apply best practice in contract administration, notices and record keeping
Understand dispute resolution processes, including adjudication

What Will Be Covered

1. Contract Fundamentals

Contract formation, key terms and legal principles
Letters of intent and contractual risk

2. Commercial Management

Estimating, cost control and cashflow
CVR and project financial performance

3. Payments & Disputes

Payment provisions and notices
Adjudication and dispute resolution

4. Contract Administration

Managing variations and change
Notices, compliance and documentation
Risk management and avoiding disputes

5. Subcontracting

Key subcontract terms and risk allocation
Practical issues under Irish subcontract arrangements

6. NEC Form of Contract

Principles of collaborative contracting
Compensation events and notification requirements
Programme management and time/cost impact

7. Public Works Contract (ROI Focus)

Structure and key provisions
Common risk areas and practical challenges

Who Should Attend?

Quantity Surveyors
Commercial Managers
Project Managers
Engineers and Construction Professionals

Content Details:

For full details, contact Laura at 087 368 8491 or cpskillnet@cif.ie

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