Legal Aspects of Construction Project Management
This course focuses exclusively on the legal environment and the legal aspects of contracting for construction projects. It begins with an overview of the law including general contract law and construction – specific legal provisions as well as the application of tort (personal injury) law to construction. Basics of contracting – contract formation, contract performance, contract remedies and agency relationships are reviewed in the context of construction contracting. The course also addresses the various contracts likely to be a part of any construction project, including agreements between the Owner and the Architect or Engineer, between the Owner and the Prime Contractor and between the Prime Contractor and any subcontractors. Issues pertaining to health and safety; environmental regulations compliance, labour law, and their particular importance to construction contracting and management will also be tackled.
Construction Projects Senior Management, Project Managers, Engineers, Architects, Risk Managers, Foreman and Safety Managers, Construction Representatives, City/Town Assembly Projects Supervisors and Contract Managers
- Identify and describe fundamentals of contract law as well as construction – specific legal provisions.
- Explain and apply contract clauses specific to construction.
- List various contracts likely to be a part of any construction project.
- Identify key issues in Standard Form Contracts for Projects Funded by International Organizations.
- Learn the basics of reviewing construction contracts, including the contract forms.
- Navigate construction contracts to ensure your company/organization’s interests.
- Learn the professional engineer’s, Environmental Management Compliance as well as Health and Safety Management during construction.
- Discuss employment/labour law and how it affects all areas of project management.
US$ 1500 to cover tuition and training materials.