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Contract Law in Construction and Civil Engineering
Construction and civil engineering projects are built not just on foundations and frameworks—but on contracts. This training provides a practical and insightful exploration into how contract law underpins the successful delivery and resolution of construction works.
From formation to payment, dispute resolution to damages, delegates will gain a solid understanding of legal principles through real-world examples and interactive case workshops. Designed for industry professionals, this course empowers participants to make confident, legally informed decisions in their day-to-day project work.
Prices Vary
1 day
Maximum 8 People
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
• Project Managers in construction or engineering
• Contract Administrators and Quantity Surveyors
• Site Managers and Engineers involved in project delivery
• Consultants and Subcontractors negotiating or delivering under construction contracts
• Clients or Developers seeking better oversight of contract risk
• Early-career professionals seeking to understand contractual foundations
Pricing Information
Aims & Objectives
•Gain practical knowledge of how contracts are legally formed and enforced
•Improve your ability to identify and manage contractual risks
•Understand payment rights and obligations under both common law and statute
•Be equipped to navigate disputes with confidence and awareness of available legal avenues
•Participate in a realistic workshop that develops analytical and negotiation skills
•Learn from an experienced practitioner with industry and legal credentials
Course Content
An Interactive lecture-style delivery with live Q&A, breakout workshops, and practical case discussion materials Provided are a Slide pack, scenarios, with the following modules of training:
1. Introduction & Objectives
2. Formation of Contracts
· Essential elements of a contract: Offer, Acceptance, Consideration, Intention, Certainty
· Case studies on Letters of Intent, email exchanges, and informal agreements
3. Payment and the Law
· Common law principles: Quantum meruit, Entire obligation rule
· Construction-specific practices: Interim and milestone payments
· Statutory overlay: The Housing Grants, Construction and Regeneration Act 1996
4. Express & Implied Terms in Construction
· Differentiating between express and implied terms
· Legal tests and case examples
· Standard contract clauses and their implied obligations
5. Contract Negotiation & Agreement
· Principles of effective contract negotiation
· Common pitfalls and legal consequences
· Change control and scope management
6. Delays, Extensions & Damages
· Extension of time provisions
· Liquidated and ascertained damages (LADs)
· Constructive acceleration and legal risks
7. Dispute Resolution Methods
· Overview: Adjudication, Mediation, Arbitration, Litigation
· Selecting the most appropriate method
· Understanding pre-agreed clauses in NEC and JCT
8. Workshop: What Constitutes a Contract?
· Hands-on group activity analysing real-life-inspired scenarios
· Identify contract elements and evaluate enforceability
· Group presentations and facilitated discussion
Pricing Model
Full day on site training (6 hours excluding breaks):
£345.00 per person, minimum number of delegates is 6 for this course, the total cost is £2,070.00 (excluding VAT).
Additional delegates over the minimum required will be charged at £275.00 per person.
Additional costs may be incurred for travel and accommodation, please see terms and conditions applicable.
Optional Add-ons available:
• Bespoke training content tailored to projects/contracts: £400 flat fee
• Printed materials or delegate packs: £10 per person
Course Content
Full Award Assessment