Leverage NIPM training to acquire applied knowledge, build competencies and implement best practices in the execution of EPC and O&M project agreements.

 

Manage EPC (Engineering, Procurement and Construction) and O&M (Operations and Maintenance) contracts for successful project delivery, long – term performance and sustainable competitive advantage.

 

NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT (NIPM)

Department of Project Management And Contract Administration,

School of Facility, Project, Maintenance and Engineering Management

 

TRAINING PROPOSAL ON EPC & O&M CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

Customized In-House Programme for Corporate Clients/Open Class Options

 

■ 1.0 INTRODUCTION

In today’s competitive business environment, effective contract management is a critical factor in delivering successful projects and ensuring long-term operational efficiency. 

ENGINEERING, PROCUREMENT AND CONSTRUCTION (EPC) contracts represent a project delivery method where a single contractor is responsible for all activities from design and procurement to construction and commissioning. This integrated approach allows for streamlined project execution, reduced interface risks, and clearer accountability.

 

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE (O&M) contracts, on the other hand, focus on the post-construction phase, ensuring that assets are operated efficiently, maintained effectively and deliver optimal performance throughout their lifecycle. O&M contracts typically define service levels, performance metrics, and responsibilities for maintaining assets in a productive, safe and reliable condition.

 

NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT (NIPM) is a leading professional body dedicated to regulating and advancing production and operations management practices in Nigeria. NIPM operates creditably and reputably across Africa and globally. 

 

Through its Department of Project Management And Administration, School of Facility, Project, Maintenance and Engineering Management, NIPM offers specialized programmes designed to build capacity, enhance performance and create competitive advantage.

 

This customized in-house/optional open training programme on EPC and O&M contract management is designed to equip your team with the knowledge, tools and practical skills needed to manage contracts effectively, allocate risks appropriately, ensure compliance and monitor performance for optimal results.

 

By combining fundamental principles with experiential know – how, best practices and real-world case studies (including lessons from disputes and litigations arising) from oil and gas and infrastructure projects, the programme prepares participants to deliver successful projects and sustain operational excellence.

■ 2.0 CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGE/TRAINING OVERVIEW

Yes. NIPM delivers company-wide training that fully addresses:

《》 EPC CONTRACT STRUCTURE AND ADMINISTRATION

 

《》 RISK ALLOCATION AND CLAIMS MANAGEMENT

 

《》 CONTRACT GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE

 

《》 O&M CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE MONITORING

 

《》 PRACTICAL CASE STUDIES FROM OIL & GAS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS

 

These topics are embedded in NIPM’s STRATEGIC PROCUREMENT & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP and related contract-administration modules.

■ 3.0 TRAINING OBJECTIVES

The primary objectives of this training programme are to:

 

• Review of Concepts, Types and Scope

– Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of EPC and O&M contract structures, terms, and administration processes.

 

– Equip participants with tools and techniques for effective risk allocation, claims management, and dispute resolution.

 

– Enhance participants’ ability to establish and maintain robust contract governance and compliance frameworks.

 

– Develop skills for managing O&M contracts, including performance monitoring, service-level agreements, and key performance indicators.

 

– Strengthen financial management, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills in contract management.

 

– Build expertise in EPC and O&M risk management, including identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring.

 

– Deepen understanding of legal aspects of EPC and O&M contracts, including regulatory compliance, dispute resolution and contractual liabilities.

 

– Enhance project management skills specific to EPC contracts, including planning, scheduling, resource management, and quality control.

 

– Enable participants to apply practical, real-world knowledge through case studies and hands-on exercises.

 

– Foster a culture of continuous improvement and action planning for contract management within your organization.

■ 4.0 TRAINING OUTCOMES

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

 

– Interpret and apply EPC and O&M contract terms and conditions proficiently and confidently.

 

– Develop and implement effective contract administration and governance procedures.

 

– Identify, allocate, and manage risks, and handle claims and disputes professionally.

 

– Monitor and evaluate O&M contract performance using SLAs and KPIs.

 

– Ensure compliance with Nigerian local content, tax, labour, HSE and anti-corruption regulations.

 

– Manage contract finance including budgeting, cost control, and payment terms.

 

– Engage and manage stakeholders effectively, ensuring clear communication and expectation management.

 

– Apply risk management principles to EPC and O&M contracts, minimizing exposure to losses.

 

– Navigate legal aspects of EPC and O&M contracts, reducing legal risks and ensuring compliance.

 

– Apply project management best practices to EPC contracts, delivering projects on time, within budget and to quality standards.

 

– Apply lessons learned from case studies to real-world projects.

 

– Create actionable improvement plans for contract management processes within their organization.

 

■ 5.0 FOR WHOM: EXPECTED PARTICIPANTS

This programme is designed for professionals involved in project delivery, contract management, and operations and maintenance, including:

 

– Project Managers and Project Engineers

 

– Contract Administrators and Procurement Officers

 

– Operations and Maintenance Managers

 

– Risk Management and Compliance Officers

 

– Legal Advisors and Company Secretaries

 

–  Commercial and Finance Managers

 

– Consultants and Advisors in EPC and O&M Projects

 

– Any Professional Involved in the Planning, Execution, or Management of EPC and O&M Contracts

6.0 DETAILED COURSE OUTLINE (DAYS 1-3)

■ DAY 1: FOUNDATIONS, TENDERING & LEGAL BASICS

 

• EPC ROLE MATRIX & CONTRACT STRUCTURE: Single-point responsibility, split contracts, fixed-price and milestone payment terms, fixed completion date.

 

• TENDER PROCESS: Legal, technical, and commercial pre-qualification; best-practice tender evaluation and selection; importance of scope of work and specifications; use of standard terms and conditions; handling exceptions; finalising negotiations and award; letters of intent/award and their legal effect.

 

• LEGAL BASICS: Formation of a valid contract, authority, agency, enforceability in international contexts; governing law and jurisdiction.

 

• CASE STUDY: Comparison of typical tendering strategies in power-plant projects.

 

■ DAY 2: RISK ALLOCATION, KEY CLAUSES & ADMINISTRATION

 

• RISK IDENTIFICATION & ALLOCATION: Technical, commercial, political, force-majeure, MAC clauses; risk registers and response planning.

 

• CRITICAL CONTRACTUAL TERMS: Cost-impact clauses (delay, price fluctuations), indemnities, liabilities, force-majeure, changes in law, political risk insurance, termination for cause and convenience; reference to FIDIC EPC provisions.

 

• CHANGE-ORDER & VARIATION MANAGEMENT: Procedure, impact analysis, documentation, financial control.

 

• GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE: Audit trails, reporting lines, local content, HSE, anti-corruption, regulatory compliance.

 

• WORKSHOP: Drafting a risk-allocation matrix for a hypothetical EPC project.

 

■ DAY 3: PERFORMANCE, CLAIMS, DISPUTE RESOLUTION & SIMULATION

 

• SERVICE-LEVEL AGREEMENTS & KPIs: Setting metrics, monitoring, incentive mechanisms, hand-over procedures.

 

• CLAIMS MANAGEMENT: Preparation, submission, evaluation, and settlement of claims; common causes of claims in EPC projects.

 

• DISPUTE-RESOLUTION PATHWAYS: Negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation; tiered dispute-resolution clauses.

 

• FINANCIAL CONTROL: Budgeting, cost-control, invoicing, variations, cost-benefit analysis, payment terms.

 

• SIMULATION: Participants role-playing in a full EPC contract negotiation, including claims and dispute-resolution scenarios.

 

• WRAP-UP: Action-planning for applying learning to participants’ own projects, continuous-improvement strategies.

■ 7.0 DELIVERY MODES

NIPM offers flexible delivery options to suit your organization’s needs: 

》 IN-PERSON (ON-SITE AT YOUR FACILITY IN NIGERIA)

》 VIRTUAL (LIVE INSTRUCTOR-LED VIA ZOOM/TEAMS)

》 BLENDED (MIX OF ON-SITE WORKSHOPS AND VIRTUAL SESSIONS)

 

All modes include electronic handouts, templates, and post-training reference material.

 

■ 8.0 RECOMMENDED DURATION

The standard programme runs for three days, with six hours of instruction each day (18 contact hours total). For organizations seeking deeper engagement, a five-day extended programme is available, allowing for additional case-study, project work and on-site simulations.

 

■ 9.0 CORPORATE INVESTMENT

 

■ FEE: ₦950,000 per participant for not less than 10 participants.

 

■ OPEN PROGRAMME (CUSTOMIZED): ₦1,650,000 per participant.

 

■ WHAT THE FEE COVERS:

Training cost covers facilitation, course materials, leather folders/synthetic leather bags, tutorial guidance and NIPM toolkits, stationeries and certification. Open program cost includes tea break refreshments and lunch catering.

 

 

■ 10.0 AVAILABILITY

For our Faculty and Consultants to be available, 4 weeks (28 days) notice is required before the commencement of the Training.

 

■ OUR FACULTY:

Erudite thought leaders, notable experts and training consultants in oil and gas operations, infrastructural facility, project management and contract law.

 

■ 11.0 CONCLUSION

EPC and O&M companies play a critical role in the entire life cycle of large-scale/turnkey projects—from design and delivery to the efficient, productive, safe, and sustainable operation of systems throughout their lifespan. To achieve excellence in these areas, partnering with a reputable capacity-building, training, and professional development institution like NIPM is essential.

 

Nigerian Institute of Production Management (NIPM) is your best choice for scaling up team performance. 

 

NIPM proudly serves top-tier organizations such as Nigeria LNG, Midwestern Oil, BUA Group, Dangote Group, Bovas Petroleum, Wellsworth, Eterna Plc, Gladtrico International, Integrated Oil and Gas, Friesland Campina, and ADM Nutrition etc., delivering impactful learning and development solutions that drive operational excellence and business growth.

 

By choosing NIPM, you gain access to industry-leading expertise, globally benchmarked curriculum, and practical, hands-on training that translates directly to improved project outcomes and sustained asset performance. 

 

Our faculty, comprising erudite thought leaders and notable experts, ensures that your team is equipped with the latest knowledge and best practices in EPC and O&M contract management.

 

We look forward to partnering with you to build capacity, enhance performance, and deliver value to your organization through world-class training and professional development.

 

■ FINAL NOTE:

For further inquiries or to schedule this training, please contact NIPM at your earliest convenience.

 

■ FURTHER ENQUIRIES:

Tel./WhatsApp: 08069006671 08023140750 

E – mail: info@nipmnigeria.com.ng