Synopsis:
The term ‘Claim’ provokes a great deal of emotion in the construction industry and as a result of the tighter and tighter margins the market is experiencing today they are being encountered on most civil engineering contracts. Such claims, which take many forms, are in some cases inflated and exaggerated and are therefore doomed to failure. The purpose of this training course is to give an insight, with delegate participation, into the procedure for the recognition, presentation, examination and prompt settlement of bona fide claims.

Course Duration:
One Day 0900 - 1700hrs
Course Level:
The course is intended for Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Managers and those involved in Project Management.
Elements of the following training objectives are covered by the course:
CM2
CPD Approval:
Recommended 6 Hours CPD.

Objectives:                

•     Appreciate the circumstances which give rise to claims
•     Understand the duties and responsibilities of the
•     Contractor and the Engineer
•     Recognise the procedures to be followed
•     Understand the evaluation process
•     Appreciate the value of negotiation

Outline Programme: 

•     Definitions and categories of claims
•     Basis for claims
•     Preparation and presentation of claims
•     Evaluating claims
•     Settlement of claims
•     Obtaining payment
•     Avoiding claims

Course Availability and Cost:
Refer to the course calendar