An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors

Selecting, Developing & Working with Suppliers

Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors

Scheduled Dates

13 - 17 Jul 2026
Barcelona - Spain
$5,950
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026
London - UK
$5,950
12 - 16 Oct 2026
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
12 - 16 Oct 2026
Online
$4,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026
London - UK
$5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027
London - UK
$5,950
03 - 07 May 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
12 - 16 Jul 2027
Barcelona - Spain
$5,950
30 Aug - 03 Sep 2027
London - UK
$5,950
11 - 15 Oct 2027
Dubai - UAE
$5,950
11 - 15 Oct 2027
Online
$4,950
20 - 24 Dec 2027
London - UK
$5,950

Why Choose this Training Course?

Organisations increasingly depend on external consultants and contractors to access specialist expertise, improve operational flexibility, and efficiently deliver business objectives. This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course is designed to equip hiring managers, procurement professionals, and recruitment personnel with the knowledge and practical skills required to maximise the value generated throughout the entire consultant and contractor lifecycle—from engagement and contract award to performance management and contract completion. As organisations integrate external resources with internal teams, it becomes essential to establish effective collaboration, minimise conflicts, and promote a unified approach to achieving organisational goals.

As outsourcing continues to grow and organisations seek leaner operating models, the demand for skilled consultants and contractors has increased significantly across industries. Successfully identifying, selecting, onboarding, managing, and retaining high-performing external resources requires a structured approach that differs in several important ways from managing permanent employees. This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course provides proven strategies for selecting the right suppliers, negotiating favourable contractual terms, developing productive working relationships, and ensuring consultants and contractors consistently deliver value throughout the contract period.

This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course will highlight:

  • Developing effective Statements of Work (SOW) and Terms of Reference (TOR) as part of tender documentation
  • Applying market intelligence and benchmarking techniques for consultants and contractors
  • Preparing comprehensive tender documents with essential contractual provisions
  • Negotiating effectively with consultants and contractors before and after contract award
  • Selecting appropriate payment structures for different contractual situations
  • Developing practical Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
  • Managing consultant and contractor performance throughout the contract lifecycle

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Evaluate bids and proposals to identify the most suitable consultants and contractors.
  • Prepare, interpret, and apply key contractual clauses within contract documentation.
  • Select and implement appropriate payment structures for different contracting scenarios.
  • Apply principled negotiation techniques to achieve balanced contractual outcomes.
  • Improve the performance and overall value delivered by consultants and contractors.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course is suitable for professionals who are responsible for procuring, managing, or working with consultants and contractors. It is equally valuable for individuals new to contract management as well as experienced professionals seeking to strengthen their commercial and negotiation capabilities.

This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course will greatly benefit:

  • Engineering Project Professionals
  • Project Management Professionals
  • Construction Professionals
  • Contract Professionals
  • Buyers Professionals
  • Purchasing Professionals
  • Financial Personnel in organizations whose leadership wants advanced skills sets for those involved in major contracting and subcontracting activities

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course is delivered using internationally recognised procurement and contract management practices combined with practical industry experience. Participants will strengthen their understanding through interactive discussions, practical exercises, negotiation activities, and realistic business scenarios that reinforce the effective application of the concepts presented throughout the training.

Organisational Impact

Organisations whose professionals attend this Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course will benefit from:

  • Greater return on investment from consultant and contractor engagements
  • Improved long-term performance of external consultants and contractors
  • Reduced contractual and commercial risks
  • Increased productivity from outsourced services
  • Better control over project schedules and budget performance
  • Higher success in selecting the most suitable consultants and contractors

Personal Impact

By attending this Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Strengthen their expertise in selecting and managing consultants and contractors
  • Enhance their professional confidence and credibility
  • Apply internationally recognised contract and procurement best practices
  • Improve their negotiation and contract management capabilities
  • Increase their organisational value through improved performance
  • Better monitor project progress and contract delivery against agreed baselines

Daily Agenda

Day 1: Establishing the Need for External Advice
  • Understand, Identify and Defining the Business Need
  • Prepare a Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Defining the Statement of Work or Terms of Reference (TOR)
  • Leading EPC Contractors with a Global Presence
  • Market Rates of Technical Contractors and Management Consultants
Day 2: Preparing for the Tendering
  • Conduct Sourcing Analysis
  • Develop a Contracting Strategy
  • Prepare a Tender Document
  • Establish Service Level Agreements
  • Conduct Tender Briefing
Day 3: The Bidding and Bid Evaluation Processes
  • The Competitive Tendering Process
  • Pre-qualification
  • Proposal and Bid Evaluation
  • Contract Pricing & Price Adjustments
  • Cost Analysis of Proposals and Bids
  • Tender Clarification
Day 4: Contract Development and Negotiation
  • Understanding the Concept and Principle of Contract Law
  • Model Contract Formats – Specific for Consults and Contractors
  • Important Contract Terms to be Included
  • Pre-negotiation Process
  • Negotiating the Contract Terms – Finance Considerations, Progress Reporting and Payment
  • Confidentiality, IPR, Insurance and Warranties
Day 5: Contract Award and Performance Evaluation
  • Awarding of Contract
  • Monitoring Progress and Performance
  • Tracking Progress in Achieving Consultancy Savings
  • Managing Risks and Change Control
  • Contract Administration
  • Evaluating and Learning from Engagements

Certificate

  • Upon successful completion of this training programme, delegates will be awarded an official PetroKnowledge Certificate of Completion, signed by the subject matter expert who facilitated the course. Issued at the conclusion of the programme, the certificate formally recognises the delegate's successful participation and specifies the total Learning Hours completed, based on the actual training hours attended, providing a credible record of professional development and continuous learning.

Would an alternative date be more suitable?

We offer a variety of tailored training options, customized to meet your organisation's needs. Delivered anytime, anywhere, we make it easy to bring expert training directly to your team.

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