Getting to grips with NEC3 Contracts

06/09/2010 - all you need to know about NEC3 Contracts. Book your place early to avoid disappointment.

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Latest Seminars & Events

Silver Shemmings regularly hold complimentary breakfast seminars and other events aimed at building awareness of the latest legal and commercial issues amongst our clients. Please see below for the next events coming up.

Getting to grips with NEC3 Contracts - 06/09/2010

This 1 DAY COURSE will explain the philosophy behind the full range of the NEC family of contracts and will focus on the provisions of the Engineering and Construction Contract. The differences between the 2nd and 3rd Edition will be explained as well as the use of the different forms and their significant features.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Richard Silver, Partner of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Richard Silver at: London Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=2

Defending Claims - 15/09/2010

Richard Silver will give a talk on defending claims from Employers, Contractors and Sub-Contractors..

Richard will also be happy to answer any questions on this subject matter either during or on a one-to-one basis after the seminar.

*No Booking Fee - this is a complimentary seminar*

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Presented by: Richard Silver at: 'Old Library Room', Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, 12 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP

Effective Project Management NEC3 - 21/09/2010

Robert Shawyer will discuss the role and obligations/duties of the Project Manager under Options A-F of the NEC3. A must for Project Managers and Main Contractors.

Robert will also be happy to answer any questions on this subject matter either during or on a one-to-one basis after the seminar.

*No Booking Fee - this is a complimentary seminar*

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Presented by: Robert Shawyer, Partner at: Copthorne Hotel, Culverhouse Cross, Cardiff CF5 6DH

Construction delays, damages and claims - 07/10/2010

This 1 DAY COURSE deals on a 'practical' basis with the law and its application to 'real' construction time and/or money claims. It covers all main contract publications including NEC, JCT and PPC 2000 and is relevant to all 'mainstream' contracting, including traditional (with BOQ), design-build, target cost, partnering etc.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Scott Milner, Trainee Solicitor of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Scott Milner at: Manchester Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=83

NEC3 ECC Advanced Users' Guide - 11/10/2010

This GROUND BREAKING BRAND NEW 1 DAY COURSE will provide delegates, already experienced in using the ECC, with a review of the contract in use at an advanced user's level. The course will include pre-event conference calls to delegates to obtain their specific views as to course content. It will refer to worked examples, and include 'tutorial' type sessions and practical tips. It is necessary that delegates should have a detailed background and a working knowledge of the form.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Robert Shawyer, Partner of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Robert Shawyer at: Bristol Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=92

Cutting Edge of JCT 2010 Contracts - 19/10/2010

From 2005 to 2010 there has been an avalanche of new or revised contracts from the JCT, including its first Framework Agreement and first Partnering contract. This RECENTLY UP-DATED 1 DAY COURSE brings all of these changes together, including those operating generally across JCT contracts, those contract specific, and any new contracts. The course will cover documents published at the date of the course.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Scott Milner, Trainee Solicitor of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Scott Milner at: Manchester Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=10

Adjudication - Claiming and Defending - 25/10/2010

Robert Shawyer will discuss procedure, tactic and top tips when adopting this dispute resolution procedure.

Robert will also be happy to answer any questions on this subject matter either during or on a one-to-one basis after the seminar.

*No Booking Fee - this is a complimentary seminar*

View event itinery and booking form

Presented by: Robert Shawyer, Partner at: Copthorne Hotel, Culverhouse Cross, Cardiff CF5 6DH

NEC3 ECC Advanced Users' Guide - 27/10/2010

This GROUND BREAKING BRAND NEW 1 DAY COURSE will provide delegates, already experienced in using the ECC, with a review of the contract in use at an advanced user's level. The course will include pre-event conference calls to delegates to obtain their specific views as to course content. It will refer to worked examples, and include 'tutorial' type sessions and practical tips. It is necessary that delegates should have a detailed background and a working knowledge of the form.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Richard Silver, Partner of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Richard Silver at: London Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=92

The Golden Rules - Making construction contracts work - 15/11/2010

This RECENTLY UP-DATED 1 DAY COURSE reviews the issues to be considered in communications, the techniques, structure, content and purpose of common forms, correspondence, negotiation and various aspects of administration. Where appropriate the course considers communications in the context of JCT, NEC and PPC 2000 contracts and is suitable for those who have not previously been responsible for external communications, correspondence, notices, certificates, etc.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Scott Milner, Trainee Solicitor of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Scott Milner at: Manchester Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=54

'Must know guide' to construction contract principles - 23/11/2010

This 1 DAY COURSE will consider the principles of contract law in practice and its application to construction contracts and administration, including an examination of main terms and conditions, sub-contracts, potential problem areas and risk factors to consider.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Scott Milner, Trainee Solicitor of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Scott Milner at: Manchester Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=78

NEC3 Claiming Compensation Events - 23/11/2010

Robert Shawyer will discuss the procedure for claiming, the time bar and scope of events available to claim time and/or money.

Robert will also be happy to answer any questions on this subject matter either during or on a one-to-one basis after the seminar.

*No Booking Fee - this is a complimentary seminar*

View event itinery and booking form

Presented by: Robert Shawyer, Partner at: Copthorne Hotel, Culverhouse Cross, Cardiff CF5 6DH

Choosing & Using: Refurb, Maintenance & Small Works Contracts - 29/11/2010

This RECENTLY UP-DATED 1 DAY COURSE will consider tendering procedures, contractual arrangements and the latest Standard Forms of Contract to meet varying needs for small to medium sized schemes, together with those of a refurbishment or maintenance nature.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Scott Milner, Trainee Solicitor of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Scott Milner at: Manchester Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=53

Getting to grips with NEC3 Contracts - 01/12/2010

This 1 DAY COURSE will explain the philosophy behind the full range of the NEC family of contracts and will focus on the provisions of the Engineering and Construction Contract. The differences between the 2nd and 3rd Edition will be explained as well as the use of the different forms and their significant features.

Course Fee: £280 plus VAT

This course is run through the Construction Study Centre and will be presented by Richard Silver, Partner of Silver Shemmings LLP.

If you would like to attend please contact Construction Study Centre on 0845 313 3414

Presented by: Richard Silver at: London Link: http://www.constructionstudycentre.co.uk/Courses-details.asp?CID=2

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Feedback from previous seminars

We regularly provide full day training courses to clients as well us running our complimentary breakfast seminars. We believe that they offer our clients a really useful resource to keep them up to date with the latest issues but don’t just take our word for it. Here is some feedback that we’ve received:

Excellent cover of the subject and gave good responses to the questions
Robin (Director of a major project management consultancy)

Very useful, interesting and applicable to work
Luke (Public sector architect)

Good content, gladly did not refer to case law but rather the speaker’s experience. Excellent summary of the topic that made attendees consider their own situations.
Alan (Commercial Manager at Network Rail)

Very informative. Not too much legal jargon
Ben, QS

Please let Richard know that I have applied his methods with great success in obtaining payment of retention money. Our client had not paid out over £20k on several projects for over 3 years. I tackled the problem as Richard advised in his “Obtaining Payments” seminar and within two weeks they gave in, without the need of a seven day letter. A fantastic result. His guidance’s and expertise are truly worthwhile and have been an asset to me on this occasion.

Many thanks for the great advice.

Kevin (QS Consultancy)