Overview
This intensive two-day course offers a comprehensive exploration of contract administration and quality control within engineering and construction projects. Designed for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of project execution, the program combines interactive workshops with practical activities to ensure participants are equipped to manage real-world challenges effectively. Attendees will gain insights into the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders, the intricacies of procurement and tendering, and the application of specifications and contract forms.
The course also emphasizes critical aspects such as monthly site activities, health and safety compliance, quality assurance procedures, and the importance of thorough project closure. Ideal for engineers, project managers, and site supervisors, this course empowers individuals to enhance project outcomes through structured administration and rigorous quality standards.
Why Should an Individual Attend?
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Master contract documentation and administration, including filing systems, site instructions, and monthly payment certificates.
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Understand the roles of key project stakeholders and how their contributions impact project success.
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Gain clarity on procurement and tendering processes, including tender evaluations, contract forms, and standard specifications.
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Strengthen quality assurance skills by learning about material performance, laboratory testing, and control procedures.
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Enhance health and safety management with insights into OH&S policies, legal requirements, and on-site implementation.
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Ensure successful project closure by navigating practical completion, defect liability periods, and final approvals.
Outcomes
At the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
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Identify key role players in engineering projects and explain how their responsibilities influence project outcomes.
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Understand and manage the procurement and tendering process, including evaluating tenders and selecting appropriate contract forms.
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Apply relevant specifications, standards, and contract types to ensure compliance and consistency throughout the project lifecycle.
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Implement essential quality assurance activities, such as material testing and performance monitoring, to maintain high standards.
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Manage health and safety effectively on-site, in line with applicable regulations and workplace policies.
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Oversee proper project closure, including final inspections, documentation, and handling of defects liability to ensure successful completion.
Program Outline
Introduction
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Administration and filing
Role Players
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Role players in engineering projects
Procurement and Tendering
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Procurement process and documentation
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Tender deviations and evaluations
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Different forms of contract
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Standard specifications
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Plans and drawings
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Site inspection
Specifications and Standards
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Procurement standards
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Selecting an appropriate form of contract
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Pricing and contracting strategies
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Design standards and standard specifications
Overview of Forms of Contracts
Monthly Activities
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Establishment and P&G
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Planning and programming
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Labour employment
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Guarantee and insurance
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Site instructions
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Monthly payment certificates
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Variation orders
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Delays
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Contractor’s claims
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Site meetings and minutes
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Environmental reports
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Site documents
Health, Safety and Security
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OH&S in the workplace, policy and procedures
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Applicable Act
Quality Assurance
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Quality control
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Material performance
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Laboratory testing
Completion of the Project
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Practical completion
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Certificate of completion
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Late completion
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Defects liability period
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Final approval
Who Should Attend?
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Staff working in the industry with very little experience or who are about to become involved in contract administration
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Candidate engineers, technologists & technicians
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Office staff in the public and private sector needing to know about contract administration
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Experienced personnel looking for a refresher in contract administration
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