Introduction

The construction industry operates in a highly regulated environment, where legal disputes, contract complexities, and procurement challenges can significantly impact project timelines, budgets, and overall success. Understanding construction law, procurement strategies, contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance is crucial for professionals involved in construction projects.

This course provides a strategic and practical approach to construction law and procurement, focusing on risk management, contract administration, and emerging legal challenges such as sustainable construction regulations and digital procurement technologies.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand legal principles governing construction contracts and procurement.
• Navigate contract negotiation and risk management in construction projects.
• Address legal challenges related to project delays, defects, and liability.
• Ensure compliance with construction regulations, safety laws, and environmental standards.
• Mitigate risks in public and private sector procurement.
• Explore emerging trends such as digital procurement, AI, and sustainable construction laws.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for professionals involved in construction projects, including:

• Construction Project Managers & Engineers
• Procurement & Contract Managers
• Legal Advisors & In-House Counsel
• Developers & Real Estate Professionals
• Government & Public Sector Officials
• Risk & Compliance Officers in Construction
• Architects & Consultants Handling Construction Contracts

5-Day Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Construction Law & Procurement Frameworks

• Legal Framework Governing Construction Projects
  • National and international construction laws.
  • Key industry regulations (e.g., FIDIC, NEC, JCT contracts).
• Construction Procurement Strategies
  • Traditional, design-build, PPP (Public-Private Partnerships), and EPC contracts.
  • Public vs. private sector procurement laws.
• Contractual Relationships in Construction Projects
  • Roles and responsibilities of contractors, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Legal implications of project delivery methods.
• Workshop: Identifying legal risks in different construction procurement models.

Day 2: Construction Contracts & Risk Management

• Key Contractual Clauses in Construction Agreements
  • Payment terms, performance obligations, warranties, and indemnities.
  • Delay damages, liquidated damages, and force majeure clauses.
• Managing Risk & Liability in Construction Contracts
  • Risk allocation between contractors, suppliers, and clients.
  • Insurance, performance bonds, and guarantees.
• Public Sector Construction Procurement Regulations
  • Government procurement processes and compliance requirements.
  • Procurement ethics, anti-corruption laws, and bid challenges.
• Workshop: Drafting and analyzing key contractual clauses in a construction contract.

Day 3: Dispute Resolution & Legal Remedies in Construction

• Common Disputes in Construction Projects
  • Contract breaches, delays, defective work, and scope changes.
• Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Construction
  • Mediation, arbitration, and adjudication under construction law.
  • Case studies of major construction disputes.
• Litigation in Construction Law
  • When to take disputes to court and key legal considerations.
  • Enforcing contractual rights and remedies.
• Workshop: Mock arbitration exercise for a construction dispute.

Day 4: Regulatory Compliance, Safety, and Environmental Law

• Health & Safety Regulations in Construction
  • Occupational health and safety laws.
  • Legal liabilities for workplace accidents and safety violations.
• Environmental Regulations & Sustainable Construction
  • Compliance with green building laws and LEED/BREEAM standards.
  • Legal obligations for sustainable procurement and waste management.
• Digital Transformation & Legal Challenges in Construction Procurement
  • Smart contracts, AI in contract management, and blockchain in procurement.
  • Legal implications of using digital procurement platforms.
• Workshop: Developing a compliance checklist for a construction project.

Day 5: Future Trends & Best Practices in Construction Law & Procurement

• Future Trends in Construction Law & Procurement
  • Legislative changes affecting the construction sector.
  • Innovations in procurement and contract management.
• Risk Management & Legal Strategy for Large-Scale Projects
  • Managing risks in international construction projects.
  • Best practices for legal preparedness in large infrastructure projects.
• Final Project: Participants develop a risk management plan for a construction contract.