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NITA AccreditedIntermediatePhysical + Virtual5 daysTOCM547

Training on Contract Management in Oil & Gas / EPC Contracts

Learn EPC contract management including risk allocation, claims handling, and dispute resolution in Oil & Gas projects.

Next intake

20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru

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Duration

5 days

Live instruction

Delivery

Physical + Virtual

Cohort based

Level

Intermediate

Working professionals

Certification

NITA reimbursable

For Kenyan cohorts

Language

English

All materials

Overview

About this programme

Contract management in the Oil & Gas and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) sectors is highly complex, involving large-scale projects, multiple stakeholders, and significant financial and operational risks. Effective contract management is critical to ensuring project success, cost control, compliance, and risk mitigation.

This course equips participants with practical skills to manage contracts across the project lifecycle. The course focuses on EPC contract structures, risk allocation, contract administration, claims management, and dispute resolution within the Oil & Gas industry.

Participants will gain hands-on experience through case studies and real-world scenarios, enabling them to manage contracts effectively in high-value, high-risk project environments.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

  • Contract managers and contract administrators
  • Project managers and engineers in Oil & Gas
  • Procurement and supply chain professionals
  • Legal and compliance officers
  • EPC contractors and consultants
  • Professionals involved in large infrastructure and energy projects
Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

  • Understand EPC contract structures and key clauses
  • Manage contracts throughout the project lifecycle
  • Identify and mitigate contractual risks
  • Handle claims, variations, and disputes effectively
  • Ensure compliance and performance in Oil & Gas contracts
Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Introduction to Oil & Gas & EPC Contracting

  • Overview of Oil & Gas project lifecycle
  • Types of contracts (EPC, EPCM, FIDIC-based contracts)
  • Key stakeholders and contract relationships
  • Risk allocation principles in EPC contracts
  • Case Study: EPC project success vs failure
  • Practical: Mapping contract stakeholders and responsibilities

Module 2: EPC Contract Structure & Key Clauses

  • Understanding EPC contract components
  • Key clauses: scope, price, time, liability, force majeure
  • Payment terms and performance guarantees
  • Contract interpretation and legal considerations
  • Case Study: Poorly drafted EPC contract clause
  • Practical: Drafting key EPC contract clauses

Module 3: Contract Administration & Performance Management

  • Contract implementation and execution
  • Monitoring contractor performance and KPIs
  • Managing documentation and reporting
  • Change orders and contract variations
  • Case Study: Managing project delays
  • Workshop: Developing a contract administration plan

Module 4: Claims Management & Dispute Resolution

  • Types of claims in EPC contracts
  • Preparing and evaluating claims
  • Extension of time (EOT) and cost claims
  • Dispute resolution methods (negotiation, arbitration, litigation)
  • Case Study: Real EPC claims scenario
  • Simulation: Handling a contract dispute

Module 5: Risk Management, Compliance & Best Practices

  • Identifying and mitigating contractual risks
  • Compliance with industry regulations and standards
  • Contract close-out and lessons learned
  • Best practices in Oil & Gas contract management
  • Case Study: Full EPC contract lifecycle
  • Final Practical: Develop a contract risk management plan
Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

  • Strong understanding of EPC and Oil & Gas contracts
  • Improved skills in contract administration and risk management
  • Ability to manage claims and disputes effectively
  • Enhanced confidence in handling complex contracts

Organizational Impact

  • Improved project delivery and cost control
  • Reduced contract risks and disputes
  • Enhanced compliance and governance
  • Better contractor performance and accountability

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

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It covers EPC contract structures, risk management, claims handling, and dispute resolution.

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For corporate teams

Training 10+ professionals?

We deliver Training on Contract Management in Oil & Gas / EPC Contracts in-house at your offices, at a venue we arrange, or fully virtual. Customise the curriculum against your KPIs, and get a bespoke price for the cohort size you need.