Infrastructure & Construction Training

This 2-day course focuses on effective contract management for purchasers handling large, long-term contracts. Topics include common contract issues, procurement project objectives, supplier selection, risk assessment, compliance, and negotiation strategies. The course aims to equip new purchasing staff and contract managers with the necessary knowledge to enhance their contract management skills and achieve results. Suitable for those managing complex goods and services contracts, the course emphasizes creating partnering relationships with suppliers and continuous improvement.

The Commercial Awareness Training course aims to develop participants' understanding of commercial aspects in project management. The course covers topics such as tendering risks, estimating, financial appraisal, procurement, contract types, payment terms, contract law, risk management, and execution risks. Through lectures, exercises, workshops, and case studies, participants learn to assess and manage commercial implications effectively. The course duration is 2 days, with locations available in various cities in the UK and internationally.

This one-day course focuses on the legal essentials of construction contracts, providing delegates with an understanding of contract formation, operation, and interpretation. It covers English law basics, contract terms, breaches, remedies, and the law of tort as it applies to construction contracts. The course aims to equip participants with the knowledge to recall essential legal points, understand the legal framework of construction operations, and assess parties' strengths in disputes. It is intended for all involved in construction projects and includes tutorial questions and case law examples.

The Highway Drainage Training course focuses on introducing Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS) to manage surface water run-off in urban environments. It aims to educate highway engineers on the principles and techniques of SUDS to minimize the impact of highway infrastructure development on water quality and quantity. The course covers topics such as sustainability, historical road drainage designs, hydrological criteria, climate change, construction, and legislation. Suitable for construction professionals, the 2-day course is led by Professor Robert Jackson, an expert in sustainable engineering technologies.

The Reinforced Concrete Detailing Training course aims to provide participants with essential knowledge and skills in detailing reinforced concrete structures. The course covers design principles, the role of the detailer, and the detailing process, including exercises on pilecaps, columns, beams, and flat slabs. Additionally, the course includes a presentation on proprietary systems. Training sessions are conducted in various locations in the UK and internationally.

The BIM Training course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of Building Information Modeling (BIM) in construction. It covers challenges in the industry, interdisciplinary collaboration, and BIM's role. The course addresses interoperability, legal issues, standards, and guidance. Sessions include BIM standards, information modeling, and management. Objectives include clarifying BIM concepts, demonstrating business benefits, and explaining legal implications. The course targets design professionals such as engineers, project managers, and contractors.

The Structural Response Training course covers blast loading and fire response for engineers, managers, and scientists. Participants learn about blast loading principles, design guidance, structural and human response assessment, and fire physics. The course emphasizes design procedures for steel and concrete members under blast loading and fire resistance methods. By the end of the course, attendees will be equipped to apply various technologies to assess structural responses under fire and blast loading.

The Introduction to Contract Law Training program covers English and Scots laws over a 2-day course. It delves into common law jurisdictions, contract formation, terms, breach, tort, engineering contracts, payment mechanisms, standard forms, and dispute resolution processes. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of contract law essentials, including contract formation, terms, and dispute resolution mechanisms, to equip participants with the necessary knowledge and skills in contract law.