Introduction

Construction projects operate within complex legal and contractual environments where obligations, risks, and stakeholder interests must be carefully managed. A clear understanding of construction law is essential for protecting project outcomes, reducing disputes, and supporting successful project delivery.

Construction Law and Dispute Resolution training course equips professionals with the practical knowledge needed to manage contracts, address claims, allocate risk effectively, and resolve disputes confidently.

Participants will gain valuable insight into contractual frameworks, dispute avoidance strategies, arbitration processes, and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. The training course supports stronger decision-making, enhanced contractual performance, and improved commercial relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Key focus areas of this Construction Law and Dispute Resolution training course include:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Construction Law and Dispute Resolution training course, participants will be able to:

Training Methodology

This training course combines expert-led instruction with interactive learning, group discussions, practical exercises, applied scenarios, and real-world examples. Participants will strengthen their understanding of construction law, contract management, claims administration, and dispute resolution through practical application and professional engagement.

Construction Law and Dispute Resolution

Who Should Attend?

This Construction Law and Dispute Resolution training course is designed for:

  • Project Managers
  • Construction Managers
  • Contract Managers
  • Contract Administrators
  • Commercial Managers
  • Claims Managers
  • Quantity Surveyors
  • Legal Advisors
  • In-House Counsel
  • Project Engineers
  • Procurement Managers
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Risk Managers
  • Compliance Managers
  • Project Controls Managers

Course Outline

Day 1

An Overview of Commercial and Construction Contracts

  • Sources of Obligations
  • Definitions of contract
  • Essential Elements of a Valid Contract
  • Six Requirements to build a contract
  • Construction Contracts vs. Commercial Contracts
  • Essential elements of the construction contract
  • Types of Construction Contract
  • Parties to a Construction Contract and their Roles under the Contract
Day 2

Employer’s and Contractor’s Remedies in the FIDIC Forms

  • Introduction to the FIDIC Suite of Contracts
  • Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
  • Defintions of Claims and Its Types
  • Types of Varation Orders
  • Extention of Time (EOT) and Additional Cost
  • Claims by the Contractor
  • Claims by The Employer
  • On Job Training
Day 3

Allocation of Risk in Construction Contracts

  • What is the type of construction contract (i.e. build-only, design and build, EPC/Turnkey, BOT)
  • Types of Risks and which party can best manage the risk if it occurs
  • An Overview of Construction Arbitration
  • Key Procedures in Construction Arbitration
  • Challenges and Pitfalls in Construction Arbitration
  • Importance of Choosing the Right Arbitrator for Construction Disputes
  • Best Practices for Drafting Dispute Resolution Clauses in Construction Contracts
Day 4

The Dispute Resolution Landscape

  • Alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
  • Negotiations
  • Mediation
  • Concilation
  • Dispute Adjudication Board (DAB)
  • Arbitration
  • The impact of ADR on litigation
  • Benefits of ADR
  • Comparison of Construction Arbitration vs. Litigation
Day 5

Construction Law: Examples and Lessons Learned

  • Impact of Local Regulations on Construction Disputes
  • Importance of Proper Contract Drafting in Construction Projects
  • Resolving Payment Disputes in Construction Contracts
  • Liability of Contractors for Defective Work
  • Enforcing Arbitration Clauses in Construction Contracts
  • Legal Remedies for Delays in Construction Projects
  • Environmental Regulations
  • Insurance Coverage for Construction Defect Claims

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Construction projects involve complex contractual obligations, multiple stakeholders, and significant commercial risks. A solid understanding of construction law helps professionals manage contracts effectively, reduce disputes, protect contractual rights, and support successful project delivery while maintaining compliance with legal requirements.

Participants gain practical knowledge of contract administration, claims management, FIDIC contract provisions, risk allocation, arbitration, and dispute avoidance techniques. The training course helps strengthen decision-making, improve contractual performance, and enhance the ability to manage project risks and conflicts.

The course includes detailed coverage of FIDIC forms of contract as well as the processes associated with claims, variation orders, extension of time requests, and additional cost recovery. Participants learn how contractual provisions are applied in real project environments and how to manage claims more effectively.

Participants explore a broad range of dispute resolution mechanisms, including negotiation, mediation, conciliation, adjudication, arbitration, and litigation considerations. The course examines how each approach can be applied to resolve conflicts while minimising project disruption and commercial impact.

The course is highly relevant for project managers, contract managers, commercial managers, claims professionals, legal advisors, engineers, procurement professionals, and others responsible for construction contracts and project governance. It is particularly valuable for those involved in managing contractual risk and resolving project disputes.

Effective dispute management begins with strong contract administration and proactive risk management. This Construction Law and Dispute Resolution training provides practical tools for identifying potential sources of conflict early, improving contractual compliance, strengthening communication between parties, and implementing strategies that support dispute avoidance throughout the project lifecycle.

GRC Academy training courses are delivered in leading international business destinations, including London, Amsterdam, and Dubai. Sessions are hosted in carefully selected four- and five-star business hotels with professional meeting facilities that support focused learning, interaction, comfort, and confidentiality.

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These tailored courses are designed to strengthen organisational capability, improve team performance, and support measurable and sustainable outcomes. For customised in-house training enquiries, please contact the GRC Academy Customer Service team at [email protected]

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