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The Bills of Quantities (BoQ) Training course focuses on understanding and applying Volume 4 of the Manual of Contract Documents for Highway Works. Participants learn to prepare bills of quantities accurately, ensure proper tendering, and handle payment issues. Practical exercises are included to enhance understanding. The course targets individuals involved in tender preparation, pricing, and measurement issues for highway construction and maintenance schemes. By the end of the course, participants should be proficient in using Volume 4 sections, compiling bills of quantities, and verifying Contractor's payment statements.

This one-day course focuses on helping contractors avoid construction disputes by examining contract forms, interpretation, and dispute resolution techniques. Participants will learn about different contract types, dispute management strategies, and methods for dispute avoidance. The course includes case studies and role play to enhance understanding. Taught by a chartered civil engineer and construction lawyer with extensive experience in construction disputes, the program is designed for civil engineers, quantity surveyors, estimators, construction lawyers, and other professionals in the contracting sector.

This one-day course focuses on measurement and valuation in building contracts, emphasizing their importance in the commercial success of construction projects. It specifically examines the JCT contract, covering measurement, valuation, and payment processes. Aimed at construction professionals, project managers, quantity surveyors, and engineers, the course explores various JCT contract styles, methods of measurement, interim payments, variations, claims, and final accounts. The interactive format includes presentations, videos, and discussions to enhance learning.

This one-day course offers an introduction to land drainage rights and legal responsibilities for professionals without a legal background. The course aims to provide a basic understanding of land drainage law and its application. Topics covered include sustainable development, legislation, and the Flood and Water Management Act 2010. Through presentations, group exercises, and case studies, participants will learn how legal responsibilities apply to land drainage issues. Suitable for a diverse range of professionals in the public and private sectors, developers, designers, planners, and construction professionals. No prerequisites required.

The one-day course provides an introduction to the ICE Conditions of Contract 7th Edition, focusing on essential definitions, contract style, and key clauses. Participants will learn about contract basics, parties' duties, contract operation, variations, unforeseen conditions, subcontractors, and miscellaneous clauses. The course aims to help civil engineers and construction professionals understand the standard Conditions, obligations, risk-sharing, and claims evaluation. Taught by an experienced tutor, the program covers a range of topics related to civil engineering contracts.

This one-day course focuses on enhancing skills related to estimating and pricing in contracting organizations. The course covers topics such as different estimating approaches, elements, planning sequences, and techniques. Participants engage in exercises and case studies to understand the impact of payment terms on pricing tenders, cash flow importance, and strategies for making tenders more competitive. The course also includes a practical exercise on estimating and bidding for a Lump Sum Contract, emphasizing risk management.

This 2-day course focuses on contract law and management, with an emphasis on understanding contract clauses, risks, and strategies. Participants will learn about contract drafting, performance contracts, subcontracting, design risks, site installation, testing, completion, guarantees, and dispute resolution. The course aims to provide a comprehensive overview of contract management principles and practical insights for effective project execution.

The CESMM Contract Training is a 2-day workshop aimed at helping participants understand the standard methods of measurement, specifically the CESMM. The course covers topics such as itemizing and numbering, preparation of bills of quantities, and worked examples in various work classes like Earthworks, Concrete, Pipeworks, and Piling. By the end of the workshop, participants should be able to recognize the rationale behind CESMM, interpret working sections, and appreciate the value of Method Related Charges.