UAE based Hewitt Construction Consultancy will partner with Qatar based Quantum Global Solutions (QGS) to deliver its 2-day Intensive Training Course on understanding claims under the FIDIC forms of contract to professionals in Qatar on 15 and 16 September 2015.
Whilst the FIDIC forms of contract are widely used in Qatar, there is a lack of understanding on their requirements in relation to claims on construction projects. This can lead to reduced profitability for contractors, increased project costs for developers and expensive and time-consuming disputes.The course provides an in-depth examination of the FIDIC Red, Yellow, Silver and Gold books to provide a full understanding of the circumstances under which claims may be made, what may be claimed, the claim procedures and requirements for the Engineer’s responses and determinations.
Those who are familiar with the FIDIC contracts will undoubtedly enhance their understanding of their requirements and those who wish to become familiar with these contracts will gain an excellent overview.
The course developer and leading presenter, Andy Hewitt, who is the Principal of Hewitt Construction Consultancy commented on the decision to launch this course and said, “Feedback from our other courses has encouraged us to develop this new course. Additionally, my consultancy work constantly shows that neither contractors nor consultants properly understand the requirements of the contracts with regard to claims and this often has a negative impact on the project, relationships and also affects the financial outcome”.
David Kelly, Executive Director at QGS, will also present the course and said, “QGS understand the needs of construction professionals including quantity surveyors, engineers, contract administrators, architects, planners and project managers to manage the ever changing demands of their projects, and manage any contract amendments accordingly. With our internationally experienced teams and on-the-ground knowledge of the local market, we are proud to be partnering with Hewitt Construction Consultancy at this prestigious event to contribute towards the sharing of knowledge and experience within Qatar’s construction industry”.
For more information on the course, fees and how you to register, please go to www.constructionclaimsclass.com or contact Nina Hewitt on nina.hewitt@hewittconsultancy.com