Engineering Contracts for

Project Managers

COURSE OVERVIEW
This course will build on your understanding of legal and commercial issues around projects and familiarise you with aspects of the various
standard contracts in use for the delivery of projects. You will explore the legal concepts related to contracts and how those concepts
apply to the project environment throughout the contract lifecycle from procurement to completion. Learners will study relevant case law,
NZS3910, NEC3 and FIDIC.
Taught by real industry professionals, a major focus is placed on the application of legal concepts to case studies and examples
drawn from our experts’ professional practice. This course has been produced in partnership with top New Zealand law firm,
MinterEllisonRuddWatts.

Programme Certificate of Proficiency WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

Credit Value 15 Points
The knowledge and skills developed in this course are relevant
to practitioners working in a range of roles within the project
Duration 12 Weeks (10 hours per week) environment.
It has been designed for learners with a Bachelor’s degree or
Next Start Date 26 Feb 2024 (Semester One) professional qualification in a relevant subject, including architecture,
commerce, construction, engineering, law, and quantity surveying.
Domestic Fees $1,496.70

WHY STUDY WITH US?

WHAT IS A CERTIFICATE OF
PROFICIENCY? 100% Online
This course is 100% online so you can study in your own
An Auckland Online Certificate of Proficiency is a course-only study time from anywhere in New Zealand.
option that allows you to acquire in-demand skills, knowledge
and expertise without the time and cost commitment of a full
postgraduate programme.
Flexible Learning
Designed for working professionals, our courses allow you to study for We know you are busy, so this course is thoughtfully
a short period part-time in our 100% online learning environment. designed to be flexible yet structured to help you gain
A Certificate of Proficiency with Auckland Online will complement the knowledge you need in the time you have.
your existing qualifications and experience, while providing you with
additional capabilities in a range of high-demand subject areas.
Industry Relevant
As a credit-bearing offering, your learning is verifiable and formally You will be taught by industry professionals who are
recognised. Should you wish to progress your studies further towards experts in their fields. Authentic assignments involve
a full qualification, this course may be counted towards a range of real-world tasks applicable to delivery of projects in
postgraduate programmes in engineering, including the Master of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Civil Engineering and Master of Engineering Project Management.

To start your enrolment or access more course information, please visit our website.
 Engineering Contracts for
Project Managers
COURSE STRUCTURE
Engineering Contracts for Project Managers (Online) runs over 12 weeks (with a break in the middle), and comprises 12 weekly modules.

Module Description

Introduction to the concept of construction law, how it developed, and applicability in the modern day.
Introduction to construction law
Explore an outline of the legal framework including contracts, common and civil law, as well as an overview
and legal framework
of key legislation.

Contract process and contract Introduction to the contract process. Explore commonly used standard forms for contract formation, and
formation gain insight into how these standard forms are different from tailored contracts.

Concept stage and project Explore the basics of procurement and the various procurement models and gain insight into the process of
procurement procurement including tendering. Learn about the different people involved in the procurement process.

Learn about the scope of works and contract variations, and gain insight into the standard of works,
Scope and standard of works
including measuring acceptability and the contractual and statutory duties.

Explore contract pricing, payment, various forms of pricing arrangements, variations, and the valuation of
Pricing, payment and variations
variations in contracts.

Liability and insurance Learn about the roles and obligations of parties, legal issues of liabilities, and insurance in contracts.

Learn about timing considerations in construction contracts, explore the delays and extension of time during
Time in construction contracts
construction projects, and be introduced to the liquidated damages and penalty doctrine.

Explore situations when things go wrong in the contract, leading to the suspension of work or termination of the
Suspension and termination
contract.

Role of the engineer Learn about the role of the engineer and the engineer’s powers and responsibilities in a construction contract.

Learn about the different types of dispute forms including mediation, expert determination, adjudication, and
Disputes under construction
arbitration. You will also be introduced to the processes that get the parties to agree to things differently in a
contracts
construction contract.

Limitation Explore the limitations in legislation and defects liability period under a construction contract.

Construction Contracts Act 2002

Learn about the purpose and legislative details of the Construction Contract Act 2002 and the Health and
and Health and Safety at Work Act
Safety Work Act 2015.
2015

HOW TO APPLY
Visit the University of Auckland Application Portal to start your enrolment. You will need to make the following selections:

What happens next?

Programme Type Certificate
If this is your first time studying with the University of Auckland you may be
asked to submit certified proof of your identity and/or completion evidence from
Programme Certificate of Proficiency
prior tertiary study before your enrolment can be completed, so it is a good
idea to have these documents to hand should they be needed after submitting
Major/Specialisation Auckland Online
your application. For new students, registering with a verified RealMe identity is
recommended to streamline this process.
Term 2024 Semester One
You will be notified by email once an offer of place has been made.
Supplementary Programme Engineering Contracts for Project Congratulations! Log in to accept your offer. The Auckland Online team will then
Information Managers complete your enrolment into the course.

To start your enrolment or access more course information, please visit our website.