Dispute Avoidance Techniques In Fidic Projects Training Course

Introduction

Empower construction professionals to proactively minimize conflicts and foster collaborative project environments with our comprehensive Dispute Avoidance Techniques in FIDIC Projects Training Course. This program equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to implement effective strategies for preventing disputes, promoting clear communication, and establishing robust project management practices within the FIDIC contractual framework. Mastering dispute avoidance techniques is increasingly vital for professionals seeking to ensure project success, maintain positive relationships among stakeholders, and mitigate the risks associated with costly and time-consuming disputes. Our FIDIC dispute avoidance training course offers in-depth guidance and actionable strategies for creating a harmonious and productive project environment.

This Dispute Avoidance Techniques in FIDIC Projects training course delves into key areas such as proactive contract management, risk allocation and management, early warning systems, communication and collaboration techniques, and the use of dispute resolution boards (DABs) for dispute avoidance. You will gain expertise in identifying potential sources of disputes, implementing preventive measures, and fostering a collaborative approach to project delivery. Whether you are a project manager, contract administrator, or engineer, this Dispute Avoidance Techniques in FIDIC Projects course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to minimize conflicts, enhance project efficiency, and achieve successful outcomes.

Target Audience:

• Project Managers
• Contract Administrators
• Engineers
• Employers' Representatives
• Contractors' Representatives
• Legal Advisors
• Project Sponsors

Course Objectives:

• Implement proactive contract management
• Optimize risk allocation and management.
• Establish early warning systems for potential disputes.
• Enhance communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Utilize DABs for dispute avoidance.
• Identify potential sources of disputes.
• Implement preventive measures.
• Foster a collaborative approach to project delivery.
• Understand the psychology of disputes.
• Apply negotiation and mediation techniques for dispute prevention.
• Incorporate dispute avoidance in project planning.
• Use technology to facilitate dispute avoidance.
• Develop a dispute avoidance plan.

Duration

5 Days

Course content

Module 1: Proactive Contract Management

• Implementing proactive contract management
• Understanding the principles of proactive contract administration.
• Establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and communication protocols.
• Ensuring timely and accurate contract documentation.
• Conducting regular contract reviews and audits.

Module 2: Risk Allocation and Management

• Optimizing risk allocation and management.
• Identifying and assessing project-specific risks.
• Allocating risks appropriately between parties.
• Developing risk mitigation and contingency plans.
• Monitoring and controlling risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Module 3: Early Warning Systems

• Establishing early warning systems for potential disputes.
• Identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) for early warning signs.
• Implementing regular progress meetings and reporting.
• Utilizing project management software for early detection of issues.
• Developing escalation procedures for addressing potential problems.

Module 4: Communication and Collaboration

• Enhancing communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
• Establishing effective communication channels.
• Promoting open and transparent dialogue.
• Utilizing collaborative project management tools.
• Conducting regular stakeholder meetings and workshops.

Module 5: Dispute Boards and Dispute Avoidance

• Utilizing DABs for dispute avoidance.
• Understanding the DAB role in preventing disputes.
• Establishing standing DABs for ongoing projects.
• Facilitating informal meetings and consultations.
• Issuing advisory opinions to prevent escalation.

Module 6: Identifying Sources of Disputes

• Identifying potential sources of disputes.
• Analyzing common causes of disputes in construction projects.
• Understanding the impact of contractual ambiguities.
• Recognizing the influence of external factors and unforeseen events.
• Conducting lessons learned analysis from past projects.

Module 7: Implementing Preventive Measures

• Implementing preventive measures.
• Developing robust change management procedures.
• Ensuring proper contract administration and documentation.
• Conducting regular site meetings and progress reviews.
• Enforcing contractual obligations and timelines.

Module 8: Collaborative Project Delivery

• Fostering a collaborative approach to project delivery.
• Promoting partnering and alliancing.
• Utilizing integrated project delivery (IPD) principles.
• Establishing shared goals and objectives.
• Creating a culture of trust and cooperation.

Module 9: Psychology of Disputes and Dispute Prevention

• Understanding the psychology of disputes.
• Applying negotiation and mediation techniques for dispute prevention.
• Incorporating dispute avoidance in project planning.
• Using technology to facilitate dispute avoidance.
• Developing a dispute avoidance plan.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 21 working days before commencement of the training.