Introduction

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.

Objectives

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

Course Methodology

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

Organizational Impact

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

Target Audience

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

Outlines

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