An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts

The Perfect Claim and Alternative Disputes Resolution (ADR) Techniques

Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts

Scheduled Dates

21 - 25 Sep 2026
London - UK
$5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026
London - UK
$5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
11 - 15 Jan 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
14 - 18 Jun 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
19 - 23 Jul 2027
London - UK
$5,950
20 - 24 Sep 2027
London - UK
$5,950
20 - 24 Sep 2027
Online
$4,950
18 - 22 Oct 2027
London - UK
$5,950
27 - 31 Dec 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950

Why Choose this Training Course?

The Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts training course addresses the important subject of claims and disputes that can lead to Extension of Time (EOT), project delays, additional costs, and strained business relationships between contracting parties. The training course highlights the growing need to understand how claims and disputes can be avoided during contract implementation, with particular emphasis on contracts governed by FIDIC conditions.

Through practical case studies, this training course provides participants with guidance on managing claims and disputes throughout the contract lifecycle, from contract drafting and agreement through to execution and completion.

This  Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts training course will highlight:

  • FIDIC contract principles and selecting the most suitable contract form
  • Key FIDIC clauses that may lead to contractual claims
  • Common dispute resolution methods, including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration
  • Important FIDIC provisions relating to EOT claims, other contractual claims, and claims arising from duties in tort under civil law
  • Disputes Avoidance and Adjudication Boards (DAAB) and Arbitration at both local and international levels

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand and select the appropriate FIDIC contract form
  • Avoid or minimise the causes of potential claims and disputes
  • Manage changes and claims under FIDIC contracts
  • Understand the impact of claim-related clauses for both Employers and Contractors
  • Learn how FIDIC uses determinations, dispute boards, and arbitration to resolve disputes
  • Understand the legal issues affecting the application of FIDIC conditions under governing laws
  • Distinguish between local arbitration laws in the Middle East and international arbitration practices

Who is this Training Course for?

This Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts training course is designed for professionals involved in the planning, development, administration, and execution of contracts within EPC projects, Oil and Gas operations, industrial construction, and government contracting environments, including:

  • Project Managers and project team members
  • Project commercial managers, cost mangers, and project control
  • Purchasing and supply chain mangers and staff members
  • Contract department directors, managers and teams
  • Senior and middle managers

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This training course uses a range of proven adult learning methods to maximise understanding, knowledge retention, and practical application. These include:

  • Delivery through an interactive classroom or online learning environment
  • Step-by-step examination of claims and dispute-related clauses within FIDIC contract conditions
  • Facilitated discussions focused on the challenges participants face in managing claims
  • Practical local and international case studies to strengthen learning outcomes
  • Hands-on guidance on adapting FIDIC contracts to meet local legal requirements

Organisational Impact

By attending this Claim and Disputes under FIDIC Contracts training course, organisations will benefit from:

  • Reducing exposure to claims and disputes through the application of international best practices
  • Strengthening business relationships by using balanced contract structures
  • Adapting FIDIC-based contract forms to meet organisational requirements
  • Saving valuable management time spent dealing with claims and disputes
  • Establishing effective procedures for managing claims and disputes

Personal Impact

By attending this training course, participants will benefit from:

  • Greater awareness of legal and contractual matters
  • Better understanding of their responsibilities when administering FIDIC contracts as an Employer, Contractor, or Engineer
  • Improved contract drafting skills to reduce risks and minimise claims
  • Enhanced capability in preparing and presenting claims professionally
  • Stronger foundations for developing a career in claims and disputes management
  • Improved business relationships with parties involved in contract execution

Daily Agenda

Day 1: FIDIC Contracts and its Claims Procedures
  • What are Claims and Disputes? Why avoid them?
  • Introduction of FIDIC Forms of Contracts
  • Claims Types and Classification
  • Agreement or Determination by the Engineer
  • Employer and Contractor Claims procedures
  • Sample claims faced in projects
Day 2: Change Clauses in FIDIC and Extension of Time

  • Change Clauses in FIDIC forms contracts Notices and Its Importance
  • The Society of Construction Law (SCL) Delay and Disruption Protocol
  • Prospective Delay Analysis Techniques
  • Retrospective (Forensic) Delay Analysis Techniques
  • Calculating prolongation costs, disruption costs and other costs
  • How to select the appropriate analysis method?
  • EOT (Extension of Time)
Day 3: Preparing and Presenting a Claim

  • Type of Notices and Its Importance
  • Understanding the impact of the Governing law on claim management
  • The Essential Elements of a Successful Claim
  • Claim Substantiation and Additional Documents
  • User-Friendlily and logical claim writing.
  • A sample Claim Submission.
Day 4: Negotiation, Mediation and Disputes Avoidance and Adjudication Board (DAAB)

  • What is Negotiation? Why Negotiate?
  • The Negotiation Process, Strategies and Tactics
  • What is Mediation? What are advantages?
  • The Mediation Process and The mediator Role
  • Disputes Avoidance and Adjudication Board (DAAB) in FIDIC
  • Negotiating and drafting the DAAB Agreement
  • Mediation in the UAE and Gulf
Day 5: Local and International Arbitration

  • What is Arbitration?
  • Arbitration Clause in FIDIC Contract Conditions
  • Typical Arbitration Procedure
  • The New York Convention and the Investment Treaty
  • UNCETRAL Model Law and International Arbitration
  • Local Arbitration and Its Enforcement
  • Famous International Arbitration Decisions

Certificate

  • Upon successful completion of this training course, delegates will be awarded an official PetroKnowledge Certificate of Completion, signed by the course facilitator. The certificate confirms successful participation and records the total learning hours completed.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.

Accreditation

NASBA Approved Training Courses

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