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MIT Managing ICT Contracts – LIVE ONLINE

Thursday, May 13, 2021 by admin

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Friday, October 22, 2021
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Duration: 1 day

**Start Time: Registration from 8.15AM. Commence 8.30AM. Finish 4.30PM*.**

*Time Zone: Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) – Queensland

This one-day course provides an introduction to the management of information and communications technology (ICT) contracts for both owner and vendor representatives. It applies to those persons who enter into and administer these contracts for the delivery of both ICT projects and services. The course has been designed to provide a practical insight into both the tender and contract phases of these contracts and discusses outsourcing and procurement practices generally. The course addresses key tender and contract administration issues and provides guidance on the content, use and problems associated with contract documents. Case studies and common problem areas are discussed together with some take away lessons to improve contract performance and bottom line results.

Introduction to ICT projects

Why do ICT projects fail?
Avoiding failure
Terminology

Outsourcing

Why outsource?
Pros & cons of outsourcing
Risks in outsourcing
Decision to outsource
Monitoring performance

Planning Stage

Strategic approach
Procurement planning
Staging

Documentation Stage

Contract documentation
Specification
Scope

Tendering Stage

Understanding the process
Understanding the rules
Contractor’s broad methodology

Contract Administration Issues

Contractor’s deliverables
Key issues
Contract management plan

Communication and Leadership Issues

Key to success
Communication
Leadership

Conflict and Disputes

Managing conflict
Disputes

Summary

CMS Contract Management for Superintendents – LIVE ONLINE

Thursday, May 13, 2021 by admin

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021 - Wednesday, October 20, 2021
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Duration: 2 days

Start Time: 8:30AM* – Finish 4:30PM*

*Time Zone: Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) – Queensland

This interactive workshop is designed to equip Superintendent’s, their Representatives and Main Contractor’s Representatives or subcontract Superintendents with the necessary skills to administer construction and services contracts with improved understanding and confidence, more effectively and openly, for the benefit of both parties, and with minimal conflict.

The Superintendent (Background)

Introduction to contracts
Parties to the contract
Superintendent’s position
Typical contract organisation chart
Superintendent’s authority

Potential Problems

Superintendent’s conflict
Principal-caused problems
Contractor-caused problems
Superintendent-caused problems

Requirements of a Superintendent

Principal’s requirements
Contractor’s requirements
Superintendent’s role (basic requirements)

Management and People Skills (1)

Basic communication skills
Listening and understanding
Listening behaviours

Contractual Skills

Standard-form contracts
Roles and obligations
Contractual issues

Legal Skills

Legal issues
Case study
Superintendent’s liability

Management and People Skills (2)

Conveying information

Commercial Skills (1)

Background
Cost and time issues

Management & People Skills (3)

Conflict Resolution Skills

Commercial Skills (2)

Commercial conditions
Contract documentation and records

Following Due Process

Background
General guidance

Tips and Traps

CSI Contract Supervisors and Inspectors Course – LIVE ONLINE

Thursday, May 13, 2021 by admin

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021 - Wednesday, October 6, 2021
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Duration: 2 days

**Registration from 8.15AM. Commence 8.30AM. Finish 4.30PM*.**

*Time Zone: Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) – Queensland

This course is designed to support the development of contract administration skills and knowledge of Contract Supervisors and Inspectors. Along with the more familiar subjects related to contract administration, the course also addresses some important people skills that Supervisors and Inspectors need in their day to day activities, including human relations, communication, conflict resolution and dispute management.

Introduction to Contracting

Outsourcing
Contracting Process
Documenting the contract
Tendering process
Codes of practice and probity

Contracts Basics

What is a contract?
Basic contract law
Contract administration model
Types of contracts

Roles and Responsibilities

Principal
Contractor
Subcontractor
Superintendent
Superintendent’s Representative
Supervisor and Inspector

Contract Documents

Contract documents
List of documents

Contract Administration

Programming
Documentation
Records
Site meetings and minutes
Directions
Variations, delay and disruption
Extensions of time
Surveillance
Progress measurement and payment
Practical completion
Site clean up
Defects liability period

Human Relations

Motivation
Morale
Attitudes and behaviour
Discipline
Teamwork

Communication

Basic communication skills
Listening and understanding
Conveying information

Conflict Resolution & Disputes

Conflict resolution
Dispute management and avoidance
Dispute resolution

Tips for Supervisors and Inspectors

CAP Contract Administration Essentials (Projects) – LIVE ONLINE

Thursday, May 13, 2021 by admin

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Duration: 1 day

Start Time: 8:30AM* – Finish 4:30PM*

*Time Zone: Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) – Queensland

This one-day course has been developed for participants from differing disciplines who are involved in the administration of construction (or works) contracts from the Principal’s, Superintendent’s or Contractor’s perspective. It is aimed at introducing, reinforcing or refreshing the knowledge required for competent contract administration.

Legal aspects of contracting

Basic contract law
Elements of a legally binding contract
When a contract may not exist
Contract termination
Contract pricing mechanisms
Contract award options

Roles and Responsibilities

Organisational structure
Principal
Contract Administrator
- Superintendent
- Principal’s Representative
Contractor
Project Manager

Time Related Issues

Programming
Extensions of time
Liquidated damages

Variations, Delay and Disruption

Directions
Variations
Delay and disruption

Summary

ACA Advanced Contract Administration – LIVE ONLINE

Thursday, May 13, 2021 by admin

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021 - Wednesday, August 4, 2021
8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Duration: 2 days

Start Time: 8:30AM* – Finish 4:30PM*

*Time Zone: Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) – Queensland

This course builds upon information imparted in CCIs Administration of Construction Contracts and Administration of Services Contracts courses. It supports the development of the skills and knowledge of persons involved in the administration of contracts and provides a practical insight, backed with applicable case law, into relevant areas of contract law, contract administration, construction claims, commercial negotiation and project delivery. The course reinforces and practically applies participants skills through relevant industry case study and exercise material.

Overview of the Law