Time Management And Extension Of Time (eot) Claims Training Course

Introduction

Empower construction professionals to effectively manage project schedules and navigate delay events within the FIDIC contractual framework with our comprehensive Time Management and Extension of Time (EOT) Claims Training Course. This program equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to develop robust project schedules, monitor progress, identify and analyze delays, and prepare and defend Extension of Time (EOT) claims. Mastering time management and EOT claims is increasingly vital for professionals seeking to ensure timely project completion, mitigate the impact of delays, and protect their contractual rights. Our FIDIC time management training course offers in-depth guidance and actionable strategies for effectively managing project schedules and EOT claims.

This Time Management and Extension of Time (EOT) Claims training course delves into key areas such as project scheduling techniques, delay analysis methodologies, contractual entitlements to EOT, preparation of EOT claims, and defense against EOT claims. You will gain expertise in developing and analyzing project schedules, identifying and quantifying delays, and presenting persuasive arguments in support or defense of EOT claims. Whether you are a project manager, contract administrator, or engineer, this Time Management and Extension of Time (EOT) Claims course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to confidently manage project time, handle delay events, and protect your interests under FIDIC contracts.

Target Audience:

• Project Managers
• Contract Administrators
• Planning Engineers
• Scheduling Engineers
• Quantity Surveyors
• Legal Advisors
• Employers' Representatives

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles of time management under FIDIC.
• Develop and analyze project schedules.
• Identify and quantify delay events.
• Determine contractual entitlement to EOT.
• Prepare persuasive EOT claims.
• Defend against EOT claims
• Apply various delay analysis
• Understand the legal and contractual aspects of EOT.
• Mitigate the impact of delays on projects.
• Ensure compliance with FIDIC procedures for EOT.
• Utilize scheduling software for time management.
• Negotiate and resolve time-related disputes.
• Optimize project timelines and avoid delays.

Duration

5 Days

Course content

Module 1: Principles of Time Management under FIDIC

• Understanding the principles of time management under FIDIC.
• Examining the relevant clauses in the FIDIC suite of contracts.
• Understanding the importance of time in construction projects.
• Defining key time-related terms (e.g., completion date, delay).
• Understanding the concept of concurrent delay.

Module 2: Project Scheduling Techniques

• Developing and analyzing project schedules.
• Understanding different scheduling methods (e.g., Critical Path Method).
• Creating a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Defining project activities and dependencies.
• Using scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project).

Module 3: Identification and Quantification of Delay Events

• Identifying and quantifying delay events.
• Understanding the causes of project delays.
• Distinguishing between excusable, non-excusable, and compensable delays.
• Analyzing delay events using various techniques.
• Documenting delay events and their impact.

Module 4: Contractual Entitlement to EOT

• Determining contractual entitlement to EOT.
• Understanding the conditions precedent for claiming EOT.
• Examining the grounds for claiming EOT under FIDIC.
• Understanding the concept of time at large.
• Applying the principles of causation and foreseeability.

Module 5: Preparation of EOT Claims

• Preparing persuasive EOT claims.
• Structuring and organizing an EOT claim.
• Presenting factual evidence and supporting documentation.
• Demonstrating the impact of delay events on the project schedule.
• Quantifying the time impact of delays.

Module 6: Defense Against EOT Claims

• Defending against EOT claims
• Evaluating the validity of EOT claims.
• Identifying weaknesses and inconsistencies in claims.
• Presenting counter-arguments and defenses.
• Negotiating and settling EOT claims.

Module 7: Delay Analysis Methodologies

• Applying various delay analysis
• Understanding different delay analysis techniques (e.g., as-planned vs. as-built).
• Using time impact analysis (TIA).
• Employing the collapsed as-built method.
• Applying the windows analysis method.

Module 8: Legal and Contractual Aspects of EOT

• Understanding the legal and contractual aspects of EOT.
• Examining relevant case law and legal principles.
• Understanding the role of the Engineer in granting EOT.
• Addressing issues related to concurrent delay.
• Understanding the interaction between EOT and liquidated damages.

Module 9: Mitigation of Delays

• Mitigating the impact of delays on projects.
• Implementing delay mitigation measures.
• Developing recovery schedules and acceleration plans.
• Negotiating and agreeing on acceleration costs.
• Managing the time-related risks.

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.