NEC4: ECC - Managing Time and the Programme (online)

The NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contract (ECC) has been developed for the appointment of a contractor for engineering and construction project work, including any level of design responsibility. It provides a modern method for clients, designers, contractors and project managers to work collaboratively to consistently achieve their objectives.

NEC4 contracts have clarity and transparency in terms of importance, quality and level of detail of communication and programming compared to other forms of contract. To secure successful outcomes, Project Managers need to be in command of time and the programme, and be able to critically analyse and communicate the impact of delays.

Through examples and case studies, delegates attending this course will gain an insight into planning and how to manage time and key programming aspects under an NEC4 ECC contract.

Duration

Approximately 90-120 minutes.

The length of time taken varies depending on how quickly individuals study and absorb the material.

Please note that the licence is valid for 6 months only from date of purchase.

Successful completion of this course will award you 45 credit points toward your Online Academy qualification.

Session 1 - Time in the ECC and contract dates

• Contract Dates
• Acceleration

Session 2 - Purpose of the programme
Session 3 - Programme requirements:

• The programme
• The information shown on the programme

Session 4 - Links, float and the critical path

• Programmed logic links
• Critical path
• Float

Session 5 - Managing the programme

• Acceptance by the Project Manager
• Revising the programme
• Compensation events

Session 6 - Multiple choice test

At the end of the course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the importance of time requirements and the need for an up to date programme
• Define the requirements of a programme and know how it is prepared
• Recognise the significance of the programme and how it relates to other contract documents
• Effectively manage the programme to meet project objectives and in the event of change

This course is designed for those working with the ECC form including:

• Project managers
• Contract managers
• Supervisors
• Quantity surveyors
• Clients
• Consultants
• Contractors and their supply chain.

Candidates should either have attended an Introduction to the NEC course or have practical experience of working on an NEC project to understand the basic principles of the contract to get the most out of the course.