FIDIC Employer’s Representative (ER) Certification: Roles, Responsibilities & Effective Contract Management
COURSE OVERVIEW
The **Employer’s Representative (ER)** plays a pivotal role in FIDIC contracts, acting as the bridge between the Employer and the Contractor. This 5-day professional programme equips participants with the skills to **effectively represent the Employer, ensure contractual compliance, monitor project progress, and manage risks**.
Participants will gain **practical knowledge of FIDIC clauses, reporting, approvals, variations, claims, and dispute prevention**, reinforced with **real-world case studies and simulations**.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the roles, rights, and responsibilities of the Employer’s Representative under FIDIC contracts
2. Administer contracts efficiently and ensure compliance with all FIDIC obligations
3. Monitor project performance, cost, schedule, and quality
4. Manage variations, claims, and extensions of time (EOT)
5. Coordinate effectively between the Employer, Contractor, and other stakeholders
6. Apply risk management and dispute prevention strategies
7. Utilize digital tools for reporting, documentation, and project oversight
8. Learn from practical exercises, case studies, and real-world FIDIC project scenarios
5-DAY DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE
DAY 1 — Introduction to the Employer’s Representative Role
* Overview of FIDIC contracts (Red, Yellow, Silver & Gold Books)
* Duties, authority, and limits of the ER
* Understanding Employer and Contractor obligations
* Case studies: ER impact on project success
DAY 2 — Contract Administration & Compliance
* Monitoring contractual obligations and milestones
* Managing approvals, certificates, and communications
* Ensuring compliance with FIDIC clauses
* Practical exercises: contract administration logs and reporting
DAY 3 — Variations, Claims & Extensions of Time
* Handling variations and assessing impacts
* Evaluating claims and entitlement to EOT
* Documentation and reporting for disputes and approvals
* Workshop: claim evaluation and approval process
DAY 4 — Risk Management & Project Oversight
* Identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks
* Quality, safety, and environmental compliance monitoring
* Coordination between project stakeholders
* Exercises: risk matrix and monitoring dashboard
DAY 5 — Workshops, Simulations & Certification
* Group simulation: ER responsibilities in complex FIDIC projects
* Scenario exercises: variations, claims, EOT, and dispute prevention
* Best practices, lessons learned, and performance review
* Final assessment & certificate issuance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
* Employer’s Representatives and Supervisors
* Project Managers & Directors
* Contract Administrators & Engineers
* QS / Cost Engineers
* Risk, Compliance & HSE Managers
* Consultants and Government project teams
* Legal and advisory professionals supporting construction projects
KEY BENEFITS
Participants will:
* Gain mastery of the ER role under FIDIC contracts
* Ensure effective contract administration and compliance
* Manage variations, claims, and extensions of time efficiently
* Improve stakeholder coordination and project oversight
* Reduce disputes and enforce project accountability
* Gain hands-on experience through simulations, workshops, and case studies
CERTIFICATION
Certification Title:
**Certified FIDIC Employer’s Representative (ER) Professional**
*Issued by KE Leaders International Training Centre*
Includes:
✔ International Certification
✔ Digital Badge
✔ CPD Hours
✔ ER Monitoring & Reporting Templates
✔ Case Study Workbook & Practical Exercises
Contact Info:
Enquiry at : admin@keleaders.com
Whatsapp: 0044 790 125 9494
For more details visit our website : www.keleaders.com
