Construction Law and Contract Administration Masterclass

Objective:

This masterclass is designed to provide participants with a deep understanding of construction law, essential legal principles, and effective contract administration techniques. By the end of the course, participants will be able to manage legal risks, interpret construction contracts, and resolve disputes efficiently in construction projects.

Introduction to Construction Law

• Overview of construction law and its significance
• Key legal concepts in the construction industry
• Legal principles and their application in construction contracts
• Common types of construction contracts (e.g., lump sum, cost-plus, etc.)
• Introduction to contract law: Offer, acceptance, and consideration

Key Construction Contract Clauses

• Analysis of fundamental clauses in construction contracts
  • Scope of work
  • Time and schedule clauses
  • Payment and pricing clauses
  • Liability and indemnity
  • Termination and breach clauses
• Understanding risk allocation in construction contracts
• Force majeure and unforeseen circumstances

Contract Administration in Construction Projects

• Roles and responsibilities of contract administrators
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and scope
• Monitoring performance and quality assurance
• Documentation and record-keeping for contract compliance
• Communication and dispute prevention techniques

Dispute Resolution and Legal Remedies

• Methods of dispute resolution in construction projects (negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation)
• Overview of dispute resolution clauses in construction contracts
• Legal remedies for breach of contract and non-performance
• Case studies on successful dispute resolution
• Best practices for mitigating and managing disputes in construction projects

DATE:
1ST BATCH: 21st – 24th Jan, 2025
2ND BATCH: 13th – 16th May, 2025
3RD BATCH: 26th – 29th Aug, 2025