Construction Procurement, Tendering and Contractor Management |Smart

Overview

Why Attend

The success of any construction project is often decided long before the first brick is laid, at the point where sound Construction Procurement decisions are made. This training course gives participants a complete, practical grounding in procurement, tendering, and contractor management, connecting early strategic decisions directly to real project outcomes in cost, quality, and delivery.

Participants will strengthen their understanding of how to build an effective procurement strategy aligned with project objectives and risk appetite, and will build practical competency in contractor selection processes that identify capable, reliable delivery partners. The course places strong emphasis on structured tender evaluation methods that support fair, defensible award decisions, and develops sound skills in managing contractor performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Course Objectives

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

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

Apply core principles of Construction Procurement across the project lifecycle
Develop an effective procurement strategy aligned with project goals and risk
Plan and manage tendering processes for construction projects
Apply structured contractor selection criteria to identify qualified contractors
Conduct fair and defensible tender evaluation and award decisions
Manage contractor relationships and performance throughout project delivery
Apply relevant standards and best practices to construction procurement processes

Target Audience

Target Group

Civil and construction engineers involved in procurement and contracting
Project managers responsible for tendering and contractor selection
Procurement and contracts professionals in construction organizations
Quantity surveyors and commercial managers
Engineers and professionals advancing their expertise in Construction Procurement

Course Outline

Foundations of Construction Procurement

The role of Construction Procurement in project success
Key procurement routes and delivery models
Linking procurement decisions to project risk and outcomes

Procurement Strategy

Developing a procurement strategy aligned with project objectives
Balancing cost, quality, time, and risk in procurement planning
Selecting the right contract type and delivery approach

Tendering Process

Planning and structuring the tendering process
Preparing tender documentation and evaluation criteria
Managing communication and fairness throughout tendering

Contractor Selection

Criteria and methods for contractor selection
Assessing contractor capability, capacity, and track record
Managing pre-qualification and shortlisting processes

Tender Evaluation

Structuring a robust tender evaluation framework
Balancing technical and commercial evaluation criteria
Documenting and defending tender award decisions

Contractor Management

Managing contractor performance during project delivery
Handling variations, claims, and performance issues
Building long-term, effective contractor relationships

Practical Application

Case studies in Construction Procurement and contractor management
Common procurement and tendering challenges and solutions
Lessons learned from real construction procurement projects

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

11 - 15 Oct, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Oct, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

22 - 26 Nov, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

22 - 26 Nov, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

2027 Schedule & Fees

10 - 14 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

21 - 25 Feb, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

21 - 25 Feb, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

23 - 27 May, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

23 - 27 May, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

22 - 26 Aug, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

22 - 26 Aug, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

21 - 25 Nov, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

21 - 25 Nov, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

Construction Procurement, Tendering and Contractor Management Training Course

Overview

Why Attend

Course Objectives

Target Audience

Course Outline

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

2027 Schedule & Fees