Tenth Hill International masterclass

Managing delay and disruption in construction contracts and the future of construction in 2010

• Discover latest developments in construction and dispute resolution law
• Obtain knowledge to manage and avoid disputes
• Discuss the future of UK construction under the new Government
• Minimise risks
• Develop new skills with leading experts

Order of the day:

8.45am Reception and Introduction: by Dr Franco Mastrandrea,Hill International. An introduction to the masterclass and brief overview of the themes of the day.

9am Risk Management: Damian Wilkinson, Hill International

• The effect of risk, and causes of project failure
• The importance of risk management
• Key principles of risk management
• Introduction to practical risk management for all parties

9.40am Developing a Programme for Delay Analysis: Claire Wilkinson, Hill International.

• Elements of a useful Master Programme
• Ensuring suitability for later analysis
• What to do if you didn't start with a suitable programme
• What factors can affect delay analysis
• Overview of analysis methodologies

10.20am Break

10.40am Contract Drafting and Modification: Barry Goodall, Davies Arnold Cooper LLP

• Why is the contract so important?
• How best to approach the contract
• Do we need specialist help?
• Reviewing the proposed contract

11.20 Record Management and Control: Andrew Glover, Hill International

• Why keep records?
• What to record and how – systems of document control
• Ensuring records are effective and useful should a claim arise

12pm Lunch

1pm Notices, Claims and How to Manage Them: Simon Chamberlain, Eversheds LLP

• Dealing with notices under standard contract forms
• Why notices are crucial to success
• Managing delay and disruption
• Ensuring notices are issued correctly and in time to take effect

1.45pm Handling Claims and Presenting Them in Different Forums: Simon Palmer, Addleshaw Goddard LLP

• Tips for ensuring successful presentation
• What information to include
• What information not to include
• What is expected in adjudication, arbitration, and other forms of dispute resolution

2.30pm Break

2.45pm Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods: Ken Salmon, Mace and Jones

• What alternatives to dispute resolution are available
• Expert Determination, Mediation, Negotiation
• What is the most cost effective solution?
• How to determine the best form of resolution

3.15pm What Makes a Good Expert and Why? David Carrick, Hill International

• What is the purpose of expert evidence?
• What features to look for in a 'good' expert
• Where to look for an expert
• Why use experts?

4pm After the Election: The Future of UK Construction with guests:

• Chair – Hazel Blears
• Prof Peter McDermott, University of Salford
• David Moss – Hammonds
• Gary Blackburn – Hill International

A panel discussion/debate on the future of UK construction, particularly in the North of the UK, subsequent to the 2010 General election – featuring leading academic, technical, legal and political experts.

5pm Close and questions

5.15pm-7pm Drinks reception