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EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine

Masterclass in Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation & Commissioning Contracts

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
08 - 12 Jun 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 London $ 5,950
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
16 - 20 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Singapore City $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
30 Mar - 03 Apr 2026 Online $ 3,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Online $ 3,950
29 Mar - 02 Apr 2027 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

EPCIC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Installation & Commissioning) contracts are the most widely used form of construction contract for complex offshore and marine projects. This course provides a practical, well-tested guide to mastering these contracts in order to minimise project delays, cost overruns, and liability issues within the offshore and marine environment. Participants will gain clarity on current contracting practices, risk allocation, and commercial strategies that enhance project outcomes. The EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course equips professionals with the commercial and legal insights needed to manage large-scale EPCIC contracts with confidence and competence.

Through focused exploration of tendering, negotiation, risk mitigation, and contract completion, delegates will strengthen their ability to structure, negotiate, and administer EPCIC contracts effectively. Emphasis is placed on real-world examples, contractual best practices, and strategies to manage liabilities and risks across the project lifecycle. The EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course prepares professionals to lead contract management activities that support stronger project performance, stakeholder alignment, and commercial success.

Skills & Competencies

From this EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • EPCIC contract structuring and interpretation
  • Risk and liability assessment in project contracts
  • Commercial negotiation and tender analysis
  • Contractual clause application and enforcement
  • Offshore and marine project life cycle management
  • Dispute handling and resolution techniques

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course, you will learn to:

  • Analyse and compare EPCIC, EPC, and EPCM contract models.
  • Apply contractual strategies to mitigate operational and financial risks.
  • Structure tender processes that enhance contract outcomes.
  • Negotiate key contractual terms to support project success.
  • Manage contract completion, disputes, and post-delivery challenges.

How You Will Learn

Participants will learn through structured exploration of EPCIC contract frameworks, interactive discussions, and practical exercises that simulate real-world contract scenarios. Emphasis is placed on applying contractual concepts through practice-based tasks, role-plays, and scenario analysis, enabling participants to translate learning into actionable contract strategies.

Who should Attend?

This course is ideal for professionals involved in contract management, procurement, and project delivery within complex offshore and marine environments.

This EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Contracts professionals
  • Project managers in marine and offshore engineering
  • Commercial and operations professionals
  • Contract engineers
  • Procurement and supply chain personnel
  • Risk and contract risk managers
Course Outline
Day 1

EPCIC Overview, Legal Framework & Contract Structure and Risk Allocation

This day introduces EPCIC and related contract models, focusing on legal formation, risk allocation, and strategic contract structures. Participants explore how to maximise rights and manage risks in complex contractual settings. The topics covered will include:
  • EPCIC, EPC. EPCM Contract Structure and Strategy
  • Legal formation of contracts  
  • Maximizing Parties’ Rights and Interests
  • Contractor’s Single Point of Responsibility and Its Effects on Parties
  • Fixed Price Lump Sum Contracts
  • Split Contract Structures to Minimize Tax and Legal Exposure
  • EPCIC used in Shipbuilding Contracts for “Floaters” and Floating Platforms
  • Collaborative Contract Strategies to Avoid the “Blame Game”
Day 2

Tender Process Leading to an EPCIC Contract

This day focuses on tender preparation, evaluation, and selection processes. Participants learn best practices for specifying scope, managing negotiations, and awarding contracts effectively. The topics covered will include:
  • Legal, Technical and Commercial Pre-qualification of Tenderers
  • Best Practices in Tender Evaluations and Selection of Tenderer
  • Important of Scope of Work and Specifications and Terms and Conditions
  • Exceptions – What to accept and what to deny
  • Finalising Tender Negotiations & Award
  • LOI and LOA Essential Terms and Legal Effects
  • Exercise on the Selection Process and Main Elements to Ensure a Successful Tender Exercise 
Day 3

Negotiating Essential Contractual Terms of EPCIC Contracts

This day develops participants’ capability to negotiate critical contractual terms, including cost impacts, stabilization clauses, and changes in law. The topics covered will include:
  • Identifying Critical Issues in the Project Life-cycle
  • Managing Cost Impact Clauses like Delay, Price Fluctuations
  • Changes in Law and Regulations in Host Country & Stabilization Clauses
  • Political Risk Insurance
  • Force Majeure & Termination for Cause and without Cause
  • Negotiating Essential Contractual Terms of EPCIC Contracts
Day 4

Essential Aspects of Risk Management Strategies

This day emphasises risk management strategies within EPCIC contracts, including indemnities, liabilities, delays, and extensions of time. Participants explore how contractual clauses can be used to manage risk and costs. The topics covered will include:
  • Design, Technology & Process Risk
  • Procurement & Specification risk
  • Variations and Cost Impact
  • Payment and Multi- currency Contracts
  • Indemnities and Other Liabilities, MAC Clauses, HSE
  • Delay, Liquidated Damages and Extensions of Time (EOT)
  • Completion and Testing & Effects of Acceptance
  • Using Contractual Clauses to Manage Liabilities and Risks
Day 5

Contract Completion – Critical Issues

This day explores final contract stages, including defect lists, dispute resolution, warranties, and intellectual property considerations. Participants learn to address practical contractual completion issues. The topics covered will include:
  • Acceptance of Punch List of Defects - What is the effect?
  • Passing of Tile and Risk - Safety & Insurance
  • Dealing with Disputes – Considering the Different Options
  • Effective dispute resolutions in EPCIC contracts, i.e. negotiations, mediation, arbitration, litigation
  • Warranties and Guarantees
  • Passing of Intellectual Property Rights
  • Defects - Exculpatory Clauses
  • Discussion on Issues Participants have Faced and How It was Handled
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this course in-house enables organisations to tailor EPCIC contract content to their specific project contexts, organisational frameworks, and commercial strategies. Customisation supports focused development on key challenges and contractual scenarios most relevant to internal stakeholders.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

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Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this EPCIC Contract Management in Offshore & Marine training course:

  • Enhanced contract structuring and negotiation capability
  • Improved risk allocation and mitigation practices
  • Stronger ability to manage offshore and marine project contracts
  • Increased commercial insight into large-scale contracts
  • Greater confidence in handling disputes and liabilities
  • Elevated strategic decision-making in contract management
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