February 2, 2026
Maximise the full potential of FIDIC Red Book with our comprehensive course.
Are you involved in construction projects that require an in-depth understanding of contract management? Our FIDIC Red Book Course is the perfect opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills!
⍟ 2nd - 3rd February 2026
⍟ MS Teams
⍟ CPD: SACPCMP - 2,5 CPD Points
⍟ R6 950 ex VAT
⍟ Book your place NOW: training@ecs.co.za / +27 11 803 3008
Target Audience: Project Managers, Contract Administrators, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Architects, Procurement Specialists, Consultants and anyone involved in EPC
projects using NEC contracts.
Course Objectives:
• It fosters clarity in contractual arrangements, promoting fair and equitable risk allocation, efficient project management, and providing mechanisms for effective disputes resolution.
• Understanding FIDIC Contracts: Gain a thorough understanding of the FIDIC Red Book, its structure, purpose, and key provisions.
• Contract Administration: Learn the principles and practices of contract administration under the FIDIC Red Book, including roles and responsibilities of various parties involved.
• Contractual Obligations: Understand the rights, obligations, and liabilities of the parties (Employer, Engineer, Contractor).
• Claims and Disputes Management: Develop skills to effectively manage claims and resolve disputes that may arise during a project under the FIDIC Red Book.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and manage risks inherent in FIDIC contracts, including risk allocation mechanisms and mitigation strategies.
• Contractual Procedures: Familiarize with procedural requirements such as notices, variations, payments, and completion under the FIDIC Red Book.
• Contractual Documents Interpretation: Learn how to interpret and apply contractual documents including specifications, drawings, and other contract-related documents in accordance with the FIDIC Red Book.
• Project Management: Gain insights into project management principles and practices within the framework of FIDIC contracts, including scheduling, quality management, and resource allocation.
• · Dispute Resolution Mechanisms: Understand the various mechanisms for dispute resolution provided by FIDIC, including negotiation, mediation, adjudication, and arbitration.
Course Content:
Day 1: Fundamental Principles
1. Traditional Procurement Models
o Introduction to procurement models.
o Overview of traditional procurement methods in the construction industry.
2. Risk Allocation
o Understanding risk in construction contracts.
o Principles of risk allocation in the FIDIC Red Book.
Contract Administration
o Basics of contract administration.
o Roles and responsibilities in contract management.
Payment Mechanism
o Introduction to the payment process/
o Detailed explanation of the payment mechanism in the FIDIC Red Book.
Day 2: Key Features and Detailed Analysis
Time Management
o Time management provisions in the FIDIC Red Book.
o Importance of scheduling and time control in construction projects.
Quality and Performance Standards
o Defining quality standards in construction contracts.
o Performance standards and their enforcement.
Dispute Resolution
o Dispute resolution procedures in the FIDIC Red Book.
o Parties' roles and responsibilities in dispute resolution.
Gain Insights into Risk Allocation, Payment Mechanism, and Time Management Provisions
o Detailed analysis of risk allocation, payment mechanism, and time
management provisions.
o Case studies and practical examples.
Familiarize Oneself with Dispute Resolution Procedures
o In-depth discussion of dispute resolution mechanisms.
o Practical advice on handling disputes.
Training Methodology:
• Interactive lectures
• Group discussions.
• Case studies and real-life examples
• Hands-on exercises
• Pre- and post-assessment
Assessment:
• Pre-assessment: Completion before the training session
• Post-assessment: Completion after the training session
• Minimum pass mark: 80% in the post-assessment
Certification:
• A Certificate of Successful Completion will be issued upon achieving the minimum pass mark in the post-assessment
Are you involved in construction projects that require an in-depth understanding of contract management? Our FIDIC Red Book Course is the perfect opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills!