FIDIC Contract Management and Administration

Introduction

The FIDIC Contract Management Course by provides professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to manage and administer FIDIC-based construction contracts effectively. Recognized globally as the industry standard, FIDIC contracts govern a significant portion of international construction projects, making expertise in their interpretation and application a vital professional asset. Through this FIDIC Contract Administration Course, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the structure, principles, and procedures contained in the FIDIC Red and Yellow Books. The course guides delegates through every stage of contract management — from tendering and award to performance monitoring, variation handling, claims resolution, and project completion. This training aligns with official FIDIC learning standards and focuses on both theoretical and practical dimensions of contract administration. Participants will learn to manage contractual relationships, ensure compliance, and minimize disputes while maintaining a balance between the interests of employers, contractors, and engineers.

Key highlights of FIDIC Contract Management Course:

• Understanding FIDIC contract fundamentals and their global significance
• Learning how to initiate, manage, and administer FIDIC-based projects
• Managing variations, payments, and claims under FIDIC conditions
• Applying dispute resolution mechanisms and arbitration processes
• Strengthening contract governance and compliance practices

Objectives

The FIDIC Contract Management and Administration Course aims to enable participants to:

• Understand the fundamental principles and structure of FIDIC contracts
• Identify key parties’ roles and responsibilities under the Red and Yellow Books
• Manage tendering, contract award, and supervision processes effectively
• Administer project progress, variations, and payment procedures
• Apply best practices in claims handling, dispute management, and arbitration

Training Methodology

The FIDIC Contract Management Course uses an interactive and practical approach that blends lectures, discussions, and scenario-based exercises. Participants will analyze real project cases, explore common contractual challenges, and apply FIDIC principles to realistic construction scenarios. Group collaboration and problem-solving sessions help ensure practical understanding, while guided discussions encourage active learning and experience sharing.

Who Should Attend?

This FIDIC Contract Administration Course is ideal for professionals involved in the management, supervision, and execution of construction contracts, including:

• Consulting Engineers and Project Managers in the construction sector
• Contractors and Contract Administrators at all career stages
• Employers and Owners managing multiple infrastructure projects
• Quantity Surveyors, Risk Managers, and Legal Advisors
• Professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of FIDIC contract applications

This course is particularly beneficial for those working on international or large-scale projects where FIDIC contracts are widely implemented.

Course Outline

Day 1: FIDIC Contracts

• Introduction to FIDIC

• FIDIC and Legal Systems

• Preparation of Conditions of Contract

• Which Form to Use?

• Responsibilities of the Main Parties

• Overview of the 2017 Contracts

Day 2: Managing FIDIC Contracts

• Contract Documents

• Award and Tender Security

• Documents

• Conditions of Contract

• Definition of the Engineer

• Start-Up

• Appoint of the Engineer

• Contractor’s Representative

• Works Programme and Cash Flow

• Quality Assurance and Control

• Compliance with Local Law

• Contractor’s Reports

Day 3: Managing FIDIC Contracts (cont.…)

• Financial Control

• Bill of Quantities and Unit Prices

• Provisions Sums

• Variations & Variation Orders

• Valuation of Variations

• Measurement of Works

• Interim Payment & Certificates

• Monitoring and reporting Work progress 

Day 4: Claims, Disputes and Arbitration

• Claims and Claims Management

• Contractors and Employers Claims

• Limitation of Liabilities

• Dispute Resolution

• Dispute Adjudication Board

Day 5: Ongoing Supervision of FIDIC Contracts

• Engineer’s Instructions

• Regular Progress Meetings

• Works Inspection, Testing and Acceptance

• Contractor’s slow progress

• Work suspensions

• Delays, Extension of Time for Completion

• Liquidated Damages and Bonus