14 - 18 Sep 2025
Dubai (UAE)
Hotel : Residence Inn by Marriott Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
Cost : 4900 € Euro
In the infrastructure, construction, and engineering sectors, FIDIC contracts have become the global standard for managing complex, multi-party projects. These contracts govern the relationships between employers, contractors, consultants, and engineers, emphasizing fairness, risk allocation, and dispute resolution. This specialized training program, designed by Global Horizon Training Center, equips legal and compliance professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate, analyze, draft, and enforce FIDIC contracts in alignment with organizational risk management and compliance frameworks.
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the structure and intent behind various FIDIC contract forms (Red, Yellow, Silver, and Green Books)
Interpret legal clauses and their implications from a compliance and risk perspective
Apply best practices in contract drafting, negotiation, and risk allocation
Address claims, variations, and extensions of time in accordance with FIDIC procedures
Ensure effective contract administration and dispute resolution
Align FIDIC contract practices with corporate governance and compliance mandates
The course will utilize:
Interactive presentations by FIDIC and legal experts
Practical case studies from global infrastructure projects
Group discussions and real-life contract clause analysis
Hands-on drafting and reviewing exercises
Simulations of dispute resolution scenarios under FIDIC rules
Compliance and audit checklist development for FIDIC contract monitoring
This training will provide measurable benefits to the organization, including:
Strengthened legal and contractual risk management
Better project execution and control through contract clarity and enforcement
Enhanced compliance with international contract standards
Improved capability to handle claims, delays, and disputes
Higher efficiency in vendor and consultant management
Greater alignment between technical, legal, and financial teams
This course is ideal for:
Legal and Compliance Professionals
Contract Managers and Project Managers
Procurement and Supply Chain Managers
Construction and Engineering Consultants
Risk and Claims Analysts
Internal Auditors involved in project oversight
Day 1: Introduction to FIDIC Contracts and Legal Framework
Overview of FIDIC: History, mission, and global relevance
Types of FIDIC Contracts: Red Book, Yellow Book, Silver Book, Green Book
Understanding the roles of parties: Employer, Contractor, Engineer
Legal foundation of FIDIC contracts under civil and common law
Importance of FIDIC in public-private partnerships (PPPs) and international projects
Case study: Comparative analysis of FIDIC Red and Silver Books
Day 2: Key Clauses and Risk Allocation in FIDIC Contracts
Core clauses: responsibilities, liabilities, insurance, and indemnities
Time for completion and extension of time (EOT) provisions
Clauses on force majeure, unforeseen conditions, and delays
Risk allocation and balancing between employer and contractor
Understanding the contractor's and employer’s risks under different FIDIC forms
Day 3: Claims Management, Variations, and Dispute Avoidance
Notification and preparation of claims under FIDIC
Managing variations and changes to the work scope
Delay analysis techniques and cost implications
Dispute avoidance and adjudication under FIDIC DAB (Dispute Adjudication Board)
Drafting of compliant notices and claims documentation
Day 4: Contract Administration and Legal Compliance
Administration best practices: communication, record-keeping, and reporting
Monitoring contractor performance and compliance tracking
Legal risk assessment in ongoing FIDIC projects
Interface between contract administration and internal audit
Compliance pitfalls in procurement and contractor management
Day 5: Dispute Resolution and Final Project
Overview of dispute resolution options: negotiation, adjudication, arbitration
FIDIC's multi-tier dispute resolution mechanisms
Role of ICC, UNCITRAL, and local jurisdictions in enforcing FIDIC outcomes
Contract closure, final account procedures, and lessons learned
Course wrap-up and Q&A session