Certification Course on Collaborative Contracting (Construction) (Classroom & Asynchronous e-learning)
About This Course
BCA has been actively promoting the adoption of collaborative contracting such as the Public Sector Standard Conditions of Contract ("PSSCOC”) Option Module on collaborative contracting and the United Kingdom’s New Engineering Contract (“NEC”). Collaborative contracting can help foster collaboration and better integration within the construction value chain through structured process and contractually binding clauses. With plans to widen adoption of collaborative contracting in the form of PSSCOC Option Module and NEC 4, the course is designed to provide in-depth coverage on collaborative contractual provisions under PSSCOC and principles of collaborative provisions under NEC 4, common pitfalls and potential remedies to ensure the successful implementation of collaborative contracting as well as highlighting the critical success factors through showcase of actual project case studies.
What You'll Learn
• Appreciate the importance and benefits of collaborative contracting in the Built Environment.
• Appraise and compare the various collaborative contracting models with traditional contracting models to select suitable collaborative contracting models.
• Understand key elements and principles of collaborative contracting.
• Understand key collaborative contractual provisions under PSSCOC and key obligations and requirements of NEC and NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract.
• Understand contract strategy and drafting principles of NEC4 ECC, techniques to effectively price tender documents as well as the potential impacts of good drafting and programming.
• Understand the techniques used to manage the NEC4 ECC contract including providing practical guidance on how to implement procedures.
• Understand the key roles and responsibilities of the Project Manager, Supervisor or Contractor to effectively manage the NEC4 ECC contract.
• Assess risks/common pitfalls and identify potential remedies.
• Incorporate suitable dispute avoidance/resolution provisions according to project’s requirements.
• Evaluate suitability of projects and readiness of project parties for collaborative contracting and propose suitable collaborative contracting models according to project’s requirements.
Entry Requirements
Professionals who will be involved in construction contracts such as Architects, Builders, Contract Managers, Contract Administrators, Engineers, Procurement Officers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors