NEC4 – ECC Project Manager Accreditation
- Equip delegates with skills to manage projects under NEC4 Contract, focusing on Project Manager role and importance.
- Training program combines project manager skills with technical skills required by NEC.
- Understanding relationship between Contract Data, Programme, Scope, and communication procedure is vital.
- Delegates will work through contract and non-contract based scenarios to gain key tools for ECC project role.
- Successful completion enables delegates to be accredited NEC4 Project Manager with specific reference to ECC.
Overview
This training programme focuses on equipping delegates with the skills needed to manage projects under the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC). It emphasizes the role and importance of the Project Manager in achieving project objectives collaboratively. Delegates will learn about project procedures, interdependencies of ECC documents, and key tools for managing time, quality, cost, risk, and compensation events. Successful completion leads to accreditation as an NEC4 Project Manager with specific reference to the ECC, enabling effective application of NEC processes in project roles. The course is designed for project managers, civil engineers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, architectural technologists, and architects.
Who should attend
Project managers, Civil engineers, Quantity surveyors, Construction managers, Architectural technologists, Architects
Course Content
The NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)is a comprehensive contract framework designed specifically for the appointment of contractors in engineering and construction projects, including those with design responsibilities. This modern NEC4 ECCmethod encourages collaboration among clients, designers, contractors, and project managers to consistently achieve project goals.
This programme is focused on providing delegates with the essential skills to effectively manage projects governed by the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC), with a particular emphasis on the critical role of the Project Manager within the NEC4 ECCframework.
Under the NEC4 ECC, the Client’s interests are represented by the Project Manager. Managing an NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)project requires balancing multiple competing interests while delivering a high-quality project on time and budget—a challenging role made more complex by the legal and financial risks involved.
This training programme integrates the project management competencies with the technical knowledge required to navigate the NEC4 ECCprocedures. From project initiation to closure, delegates will learn the purpose and implications of these procedures and understand the interrelated nature of key documents within the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC).
A thorough understanding of the relationship between Contract Data, the Programme, the Scope, and strong communication protocols is crucial for success in any NEC4 ECCproject. Delegates will gain in-depth knowledge not only of what these processes are but also why adherence to them is essential for achieving successful project outcomes.
By addressing key issues such as time management, quality control, cost, risk, compensation events, and early warnings, this programme offers practical scenarios—both contract and non-contract based—to equip delegates with the tools required for any NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)project role.
Upon completion, delegates will be accredited as NEC4 ECC Project Managers, capable of applying the essential processes of the NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)confidently and effectively.
Purpose and Reason Why
The NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) course is designed to equip current and aspiring Project Managers with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to successfully manage engineering and construction projects under the NEC4 ECC framework. Given the complexity of balancing competing interests, legal responsibilities, and financial implications within a collaborative project environment, this programme focuses on the critical role of the Project Manager as the Client’s representative.
By combining technical contract understanding with project management expertise, the course enables delegates to confidently navigate ECC procedures from project initiation through to closure. Emphasising the importance of key elements such as time management, risk mitigation, compensation events, and effective communication, the programme prepares delegates to meet contractual requirements and achieve project objectives on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards.
Completion of this course provides delegates with accreditation as NEC4 ECC Project Managers, validating their ability to apply the contract’s processes correctly and effectively in real-world projects, and ensuring they are fully prepared to take on the demanding responsibilities of managing NEC4 ECC projects.
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Course Syllabus
Day 1
Part 1 - Online training
This is composed of 2 modules:
- NEC4: Introduction to the Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)
- NEC4: ECC – Managing Time and the Programme
These modules, along with their embedded assessments must be completed before you can attend the classroom training sessions.
These online training courses are reduced functionality versions of courses available as standalone products. They are included within this programme to provide you with an opportunity to refresh your knowledge. You will only have access to them for one month. There will also be no access to the digital views of the contract which normally accompany these courses. If you require longer access to the materials, you will need to purchase the full online products, linked below:
- NEC4: Introduction to the Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC)
- NEC4: ECC – Managing Time and the Programme
Day 2
Part 2 - CLASSROOM training
Sessions begin at 9:00 and finish at 17:00. Morning and afternoon coffee breaks and lunch are included in the programme.
Day 1 – Project Start-up
- Role of the PM
- ECC documents
- Initial Duties
- Establishing Key Procedures
Day 2 – Programme and Risk Management
- Programme Requirements
- Managing the Programme
- Risk Management
- Compensation Events Part 1
Day 3 – Commercial Management
- Compensation Events Part 2
- Payment
- Defined Cost and the Fee
- Defined Cost – Schedule of Cost Components
- Defined Cost – Disallowed Cost
Day 4 – Contract Management and Project Closure
- Reporting
- Other Matters
- Project Closure
- ECC contract management in action
Day 3
PART 3 - FINAL ASSESSMENT
Assessment 1
Online multiple choice question paper
Assessment 2
Written project report
Additional Information
Once you have successfully completed all elements of the programme, you will be an Accredited NEC4 ECC Project Manager, and eligible for inclusion on the ICE Register for Accredited NEC Professionals.
