FIDIC CONTRACTS, NEGOTIATION & ARBITRATION
Master the Use of FIDIC Contracts and Strengthen Your Ability to Negotiate and Resolve Disputes Effectively
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 – 14 Feb 2025 | Dubai – UAE / Online | USD 3495 per delegate (Face-to-Face) / USD 1500 per delegate (Online) |
| 12 – 16 May 2025 | Dubai – UAE | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
FIDIC contracts are widely used in international construction and infrastructure projects to establish fair, balanced, and legally enforceable frameworks for project delivery. Their provisions cover everything from performance obligations and risk allocation to claims, payments, and dispute resolution.
This comprehensive 5-day course provides participants with a solid understanding of the FIDIC contract suite (Red, Yellow, and Silver Books), claim processes, and dispute resolution through negotiation, adjudication, and arbitration. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, professionals will build skills to confidently administer FIDIC contracts, manage claims, and resolve disputes effectively.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the structure, content, and use of major FIDIC contract forms
• Interpret and apply key clauses related to payments, variations, claims, and termination
• Manage and respond to claims under the FIDIC 1999 and 2017 editions
• Navigate dispute resolution mechanisms including DAB, arbitration, and amicable settlement
• Strengthen negotiation techniques in a FIDIC contractual context
• Avoid disputes by implementing proactive contract administration practices
Key Benefits of Attending
• Gain a practical understanding of FIDIC contracts used in projects worldwide
• Learn how to draft and evaluate claims with confidence and compliance
• Improve dispute avoidance, early settlement, and contract close-out skills
• Receive up-to-date insights into FIDIC 2017 revisions and comparison with 1999 editions
• Develop advanced negotiation and arbitration readiness
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Contract managers, engineers, and administrators
• Project managers and construction professionals
• Legal advisors and consultants working on international contracts
• Quantity surveyors and cost engineers
• Owners, contractors, and client representatives using FIDIC-based contracts
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Interpretation of key clauses under FIDIC Red, Yellow, and Silver Books
• Skills in preparing and defending claims
• Practical understanding of DAB/arbitration processes
• Strategic negotiation and conflict resolution techniques
• Familiarity with real-world contractual pitfalls and solutions
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Enhanced contract compliance and project governance
• Reduced disputes and arbitration through effective contract management
• Lower legal costs and faster resolution timelines
• Improved negotiation outcomes and stakeholder collaboration
• Greater organizational capability in managing high-value international contracts
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – FIDIC contract structure, clause interpretations, and legal framework
• Case Studies – Lessons from FIDIC-based project claims and dispute resolution
• Workshops – Drafting claims, reviewing notices, and managing terminations
• Peer Exchange – Negotiation simulations and DAB/arbitration role-play
• Tools – Templates for claims, notices, dispute logs, and arbitration documentation
Course Outline
DETAILED 5-DAY COURSE OUTLINE
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Delivery Format:
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Face-to-Face: Dubai venue
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Online (Live Virtual): Via Zoom, WebEx, or Microsoft Teams
Day 1: Introduction to FIDIC Contracts
Module 1: Overview of FIDIC Suite (07:30 – 09:30)
• Red, Yellow, Silver, and Green Books – applications and differences
• 1999 vs. 2017 editions – key updates
Module 2: Contract Structure and Responsibilities (09:45 – 11:15)
• Roles of the Employer, Contractor, and Engineer
• Obligations, risks, and liabilities
Module 3: Conditions of Contract – Key Clauses (11:30 – 01:00)
• Performance, completion, delays, and employer’s risks
Module 4: Workshop – Clause Interpretation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants analyze and compare selected clauses from FIDIC Red and Yellow Books
Day 2: Payments, Variations, and Claims
Module 1: Valuation and Payment Procedures (07:30 – 09:30)
• Interim payments, retention, and final accounts
• Role of the Engineer/Employer’s Representative
Module 2: Variations and Change Orders (09:45 – 11:15)
• Instructions, measurements, and revaluation
• Variation procedures under 1999 vs. 2017
Module 3: Claims and Time Extensions (11:30 – 01:00)
• Claims submission under Clause 20 (1999) and Clause 20/21 (2017)
• Time bars and supporting documentation
Module 4: Workshop – Claims Scenario Simulation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Drafting a sample EOT and cost claim
Day 3: Dispute Avoidance and Resolution
Module 1: Dispute Avoidance Mechanisms (07:30 – 09:30)
• Role of the Engineer in early resolution
• Dispute Avoidance/Adjudication Boards (DAB/DAAB)
Module 2: Arbitration and Legal Remedies (09:45 – 11:15)
• ICC Rules, UNCITRAL, and FIDIC dispute provisions
• Jurisdiction, enforcement, and appeal
Module 3: Case Study – FIDIC Arbitration Analysis (11:30 – 01:00)
• Review of a high-profile FIDIC-based dispute
Module 4: Workshop – DAB vs. Arbitration Debate (02:00 – 03:30)
• Teams simulate a FIDIC dispute process and present preferred resolution paths
Day 4: Negotiation Strategies for Claims and Disputes
Module 1: Preparing for Negotiation in Contractual Disputes (07:30 – 09:30)
• BATNA, ZOPA, and leverage assessment
• Documenting and framing the negotiation position
Module 2: Negotiation Tactics and Common Pitfalls (09:45 – 11:15)
• Communication techniques, avoiding escalation
• Working with legal and technical experts
Module 3: Settlement Agreements and Enforcement (11:30 – 01:00)
• Contractual modifications and enforceability
• Final account negotiations and close-out
Module 4: Role-Play – Negotiation Simulation (02:00 – 03:30)
• Participants lead and respond to a live claims negotiation scenario
Day 5: Practical Application and Review
Module 1: Contract Administration for Risk Mitigation (07:30 – 09:30)
• Notices, recordkeeping, and document control
• Role of audits and compliance
Module 2: Ethics and Good Faith in FIDIC Contracts (09:45 – 11:15)
• Professional conduct, transparency, and fairness
Module 3: Integrated Case Exercise – End-to-End Contract Management (11:30 – 01:00)
• Managing a FIDIC project lifecycle with live events
Module 4: Course Wrap-Up & Certification (02:00 – 03:30)
• Final Q&A, participant presentations, and feedback
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in FIDIC Contracts, Negotiation & Arbitration, recognizing their capability to manage FIDIC-based contracts and resolve disputes through structured, compliant, and effective processes.