The NEC4 Contract
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About this course:
This course provides insight into the basic principles of the NEC4 contract, which is a progressive and widely used form of contract in the Built Environment. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the contract’s structure, mechanisms, and the underlying philosophy of collaboration and proactive project management which forms the pillar stones of the contract.
Designed for professionals in the construction and engineering industries, this course delves into the practical aspects of NEC4, from its foundation in common law to the detailed processes of compensation events, risk management, and dispute resolution. It emphasises the unique modular approach of the contract and its focus on ensuring certainty of actions and outcomes, which distinguishes NEC4 from other construction contracts.
This course will empower learners to:
Understand the key principles behind NEC4, including its focus on collaboration and proactive management.
- Confidently navigate the contract's structure, core clauses, and optional provisions.
- Apply NEC4's processes, including compensation events, early warnings, and the role of the Project Manager.
- Manage and mitigate risks in a way that aligns with the contract’s proactive and cooperative nature.
- Interpret the practical implications of time bars, performance assessments, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Upon completion of this course, you will have a solid understanding of the following core aspects of NEC4:
Payments:
- Mechanisms for activity schedules and bill of quantities
- The role of early warnings in cost control
- Payment procedures and timing
Risk and Compensation Events:
- Identification, notification, and assessment of compensation events
- Time bars and their impact on contractor claims
- Managing risk through early warnings and risk registers
Project Management:
- The responsibilities and powers of the Project Manager and Supervisor
- Collaboration between the contractor and employer to achieve project success
- Effective use of NEC4’s program of works and processes for managing time and quality
Dispute Resolution:
- Strategies for dispute avoidance and early intervention
- Available mechanisms including adjudication and arbitration
Who Should Enroll?
Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Contractors, Engineers, Employers, and anyone involved in the administration or management of construction contracts who wants to enhance their understanding of NEC4.
Course Format:
- Self-paced online learning
- Expert-led video modules
- Interactive quizzes and knowledge checks
- Access to valuable resources and contract management tools
Invest in your future by enrolling in this course and mastering the NEC4 contract. Unlock the tools and knowledge to drive collaboration, manage risks, and lead your projects to success!
This course provides insight into the basic principles of the NEC4 contract, which is a progressive and widely used form of contract in the Built Environment. Learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of the contract’s structure, mechanisms, and the underlying philosophy of collaboration and proactive project management which forms the pillar stones of the contract.
Designed for professionals in the construction and engineering industries, this course delves into the practical aspects of NEC4, from its foundation in common law to the detailed processes of compensation events, risk management, and dispute resolution. It emphasises the unique modular approach of the contract and its focus on ensuring certainty of actions and outcomes, which distinguishes NEC4 from other construction contracts.
This course will empower learners to:
Understand the key principles behind NEC4, including its focus on collaboration and proactive management.
- Confidently navigate the contract's structure, core clauses, and optional provisions.
- Apply NEC4's processes, including compensation events, early warnings, and the role of the Project Manager.
- Manage and mitigate risks in a way that aligns with the contract’s proactive and cooperative nature.
- Interpret the practical implications of time bars, performance assessments, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Upon completion of this course, you will have a solid understanding of the following core aspects of NEC4:
Payments:
- Mechanisms for activity schedules and bill of quantities
- The role of early warnings in cost control
- Payment procedures and timing
Risk and Compensation Events:
- Identification, notification, and assessment of compensation events
- Time bars and their impact on contractor claims
- Managing risk through early warnings and risk registers
Project Management:
- The responsibilities and powers of the Project Manager and Supervisor
- Collaboration between the contractor and employer to achieve project success
- Effective use of NEC4’s program of works and processes for managing time and quality
Dispute Resolution:
- Strategies for dispute avoidance and early intervention
- Available mechanisms including adjudication and arbitration
Who Should Enroll?
Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Contractors, Engineers, Employers, and anyone involved in the administration or management of construction contracts who wants to enhance their understanding of NEC4.
Course Format:
- Self-paced online learning
- Expert-led video modules
- Interactive quizzes and knowledge checks
- Access to valuable resources and contract management tools
Invest in your future by enrolling in this course and mastering the NEC4 contract. Unlock the tools and knowledge to drive collaboration, manage risks, and lead your projects to success!
Presenter Details
Quintin de Klerk has been in the construction industry for 21 years as a Professional (Civil) Engineer, Consultant and Senior Executive. Amongst others, he has applied his energies to construction project management, dispute resolution and claims negotiation in the international arena. He has experience in corporate management, corporate organisation and strategic analysis. Additionally, he holds a master’s degree in construction law, arbitration and adjudication. Quintin's wealth of knowledge in the area of construction contracts makes him a superb presenter for this course.
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