Getting the Best of Your Project Under a FIDIC Contract
Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre, Port of Spain, Trinidad,
8-10 October 2024
- Eight workshops and two Mock Cases will be used to help the participants to gain the maximum.
- Complimentary FIDIC Construction Contract 2nd Ed (2017 Red Book) for Each Participant!
This is the 3rd time we run this course in Trinidad. We had participants coming from leading players such as UDeCOTT, NIPDEC, The Port Authority of Jamaica, MPA TT, University of the West Indies, Ministry of Public Works Suriname, and NWA JM, etc. Due to the large investments of the MDBs and the extensive use of FIDIC, to understand FIDIC has getting more and more important nowadays.
Due to the large investments of the MDBs and the extensive use of FIDIC, to understand FIDIC has getting more and more important.
This program will enable you to understand the benefits of using model contracts and appreciate the FIDIC “ecosystem”, with a practical and self-discovery method that allows you to identify your specific needs and implement your knowledge in real-life projects.
The program includes a general overview of construction contracts, an in-depth review of the FIDIC contracts and their provisions, to help you well understand:
- Roles of each party under the Contract
- Preparation of the terms of the Contract under the “Golden Rules”
- Preparation of the general and special conditions of the Contract
- Administration of a FIDIC contract by Clients, Contractors, the Engineer and others
- Prevention of disputes
- Dispute resolution
The program includes both theorical explanations as well as practical workshops to allow the participants to gain the maximum. Practical cases and matters will be used to enhance your understanding and implementation of the contracts for the benefit of your organization.
Led by World-class Expert
ROBERTO HERNÁNDEZ-GARCÍA
- FIDIC Certified Trainer and Adjudicator, included in the President’s list
- International Construction Lawyer with more than 30 years of experience in relevant mega projects in Latin America, such as airports, highways, metros, railroads, hospitals, oil platforms, wind farms, gas pipelines, among others, using FIDIC contracts and other international contracts
- International Dispute Board and Arbitrator in international construction projects under FIDIC, NEC and bespoke contracts
- Retained by The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) and The Central American Bank of Economic Integration (BCIE) to provide training programs for their procurement specialists as well as the organizations’ government users
- Adviser of the Inter-American Federation of Construction Industry (FIIC)
- First Latin American appointed as Chair of the International Projects Committee of the International Bar Association (IBA)
- Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers
- Co-author of 5 books and sole author of 3 books on construction law including “Dispute Boards: theory and practice”
- Recognized by Chambers and Partners, Who’s Who Legal, Legal500, and Best Lawyers as a leading international construction lawyer
Testimonial
“Roberto has clearly demonstrated his wide-ranging experience and knowledge. The information was delivered in a way that participants could easily digest it, transfer it and apply it. An amazing experience!” - UDeCOTT
For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
COURSE FORMAT
This course will be held in a highly interactive workshop format. Limited class size is strictly enforced to enhance individual learning experience and interaction with trainer and other participants.
DAILY SCHEDULE (Day 1-3)
08:10 Registration & Tea
08:30 Morning Session Begins
10:10–10:30 Refreshments & Networking
12:00 Lunch
13:15 Afternoon Session Begins
14:40–15:00 Refreshment & Networking
16:30 End of Day/Course
PRE-COURSE QUESTIONNAIRE
Our expert trainer would like to customize the class based on your specific needs. Pre-Course Questionnaire will be sent to you prior to the workshop to complete. We will analyze in advance and address your learning needs during the course.
COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1 OVERVIEW / FOUNDAMENTALS
Workshop 1 - Model Contracts vs. Bespoke Contracts. Learn why you should understand this difference and take advantage of it
Workshop 2 - Using FIDIC vs. Not using it. The major impact of using FIDIC contracts and getting leverage
Workshop 3 – What I think vs. What it is real on FIDIC contracts. Do you really understand FIDIC and why you should use it?
DAY 2 FIDIC MODEL CONTRACTS CONTENT AND ANALYSIS
Workshop 1 - What to consider if you have a FIDIC contract in front of you, as Client, Contractor, Engineer? Understand your role, take advantage and get the best of your project.
Workshop 2 - The impact of not respecting the roles and procedures of a FIDIC contract. Avoid misunderstandings and situations that can lead you to failure
Workshop 3 – Administration, Administration, Administration: What is administration? Life after signing the contract and putting it in the draw
Workshop 4 - Filing claims under FIDIC contracts: What is needed. Losing money is not an option
DAY 3 DISPUTE AVOIDANCE AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND FINAL WORKSHOP
- Mock Case on dispute avoidance – Get the best of the new tools of FIDIC 2017 in order to keep your commercial relationships healthy
- Mock Case on dispute resolution – When it is impossible to avoid a dispute
- Practical Case on arbitration under FIDIC contracts and their challenge
Final Workshop:
- How to use all what you have learned in the program in your work and position?
- Practical recommendations
- Ways forward to use FIDIC contracts effectively in your project
- Final Workshop: Taking the best of the program for your company and career
For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
ABOUT THE EXPERT TRAINER
ROBERTO HERNÁNDEZ-GARCÍA
- FIDIC Certified Trainer and Adjudicator, included in the President’s list
- International Construction Lawyer with more than 30 years of experience in relevant mega projects in Latin America, such as airports, highways, metros, railroads, hospitals, oil platforms, wind farms, gas pipelines, among others, using FIDIC contracts and other international contracts
- International Dispute Board and Arbitrator in international construction projects under FIDIC, NEC and bespoke contracts
- Retained by The Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) and The Central American Bank of Economic Integration (BCIE) to provide training programs for their procurement specialists as well as the organizations’ government users
- Adviser of the Inter-American Federation of Construction Industry (FIIC)
- First Latin American appointed as Chair of the International Projects Committee of the International Bar Association (IBA)
- Fellow of the American College of Construction Lawyers
- Co-author of 5 books and sole author of 3 books on construction law including “Dispute Boards: theory and practice”
- Recognized by Chambers and Partners, Who’s Who Legal, Legal500, and Best Lawyers as a leading international construction lawyer
Roberto Hernández-Garcia is one of the leading construction lawyers in Latin America and the world. He has involved in some of the most important infrastructure projects as counselor, dispute board and arbitrator.
He is a graduate from Universidad Panamericana in Mexico City, where he also got his Master’s Degree, and an alumnus of the University of California at Davis’ US Law program.
He has attended programs of Construction Law, Negotiation and Mediation in Cambridge, England; Harvard, USA and King’s college in London, England.
He has acted as dispute avoidance and adjudication board under FIDIC contracts for more than 15 years in El Salvador, Honduras, México, Peru and Argentina.
He has been a trainer for more than 20 years for many leading construction companies, government authorities and multilateral banks such as the Interamerican Development Bank.
He is often invited to conferences, workshops and events of construction law around the world as a construction law expert.
For many years he has chaired the Anticorruption Commission of the International Chamber of Commerce, Mexico. He is a trainer, professor and promoter of anticorruption regulations in several universities.
For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
This course is designed for all professionals involved in FIDIC contracts and project management, from government entities, private sector employers, consulting engineers, contractors, quantity surveyors, architects, legal advisers, funding agencies and insurers etc.
Job titles may include but are not limited to: Project Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Administrators, Contracts Managers, Legal Advisors, Lawyers, Commercial Managers, Construction Managers, Supervisors, Planning Managers, Economists, General Managers and Consultants etc.
For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
- Eight workshops and two Mock Cases will be used to help the participants to gain the maximum.
- Complimentary FIDIC Construction Contract 2nd Ed (2017 Red Book) for Each Participant!
This is the 2nd year we run this course in Trinidad. The 1st year we had participants coming from leading players such as UDeCOTT, NIPDEC, The Port Authority of Jamaica, Pollonais, Ministry of Public Works Suriname, and Tucker Energy Services Ltd, etc.
Due to the large investments of the MDBs and the extensive use of FIDIC, to understand FIDIC has getting more and more important.
The program includes both theorical explanations as well as practical workshops to allow the participants to gain the maximum. Practical cases and matters will be used to enhance your understanding and implementation of the contracts for the benefit of your organization.
The purpose of the program is not to learn provisions and clauses by memory, but to appreciate the logic of the system, the interactions between provisions and how the relevant theory and practice can be of help to boost your professional development.
The program includes a general overview of construction contracts, an in-depth review of the FIDIC contracts, as well as their provisions, to well understand:
- Roles of each party under the Contract
- Preparation of the terms of the Contract under the “Golden Rules”
- Preparation of the general and special conditions of the Contract
- Administration of a FIDIC contract by Clients, Contractors, the Engineer and others
- Prevention of disputes
- Dispute resolution
Pre-Course Questionnaire
The class size will be kept small to ensure interaction and learning results. A pre-course questionnaire will be sent to you through which you can raise your specific areas of interest. The Expert Trainer will review in advance and analyse them during the course, seeking to satisfy your learning needs.
CERTIFICATE OF ACHIEVEMENT
Upon the successful completion of this Master Class, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement bearing the signatures from both the Expert Trainer and the Course Organizer. This Certificate will testify your endeavor and serve towards your professional advancement.
Testimonial
“Roberto has clearly demonstrated his wide-ranging experience and knowledge. The information was delivered in a way that participants could easily digest it, transfer it and apply it. An amazing experience!” - UDeCOTT
For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
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For a copy of the FULL AGENDA, please send email to: hayat@neo-edge.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
The training will be hold at the hotel stated below. The course fee includes lunches, refreshments, full set of Course Material and Certificate, but does not include hotel guest room and travel cost.
It is recommended to book the hotel rooms early as there are only limited rooms available at discounted corporate room rate. Kindly contact the following for reservation:
Hilton Trinidad and Conference Centre
1B Lady Young Road, Belmont
Port of Spain Trinidad, W.I
Tel: +868 624 3211 Fax: +868 625 9710
Email: reservations.trinidad@hilton.com
Or please call us at Tel: +65 6980 8567
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