In today’s complex and high-stakes construction and infrastructure environments, managing project delays and accurately assessing claims are among the most critical competencies for professionals involved in delivering large-scale projects. Even with rigorous planning, unforeseen circumstances, contractual ambiguities, or coordination failures often result in costly delays and disputes. Pideya Learning Academy’s specialized training program, Delay Management and Claims Assessment in Projects, is developed to bridge the knowledge gap and empower professionals with the frameworks and skills needed to address these challenges comprehensively and efficiently.
Delays are more common than many project owners and managers anticipate. According to a 2023 global construction survey by McKinsey & Company, large capital projects take 20% longer to finish than scheduled and run up to 80% over their planned budgets. The Project Management Institute (PMI) has reported that only 35% of projects globally are delivered on time, and just 57% stay within the original budget. Furthermore, the Global Construction Disputes Report by Arcadis revealed that the average value of construction disputes worldwide rose to $54.26 million, with time extensions and poorly drafted claims cited as primary causes. These findings underscore the urgency for professionals to adopt a structured approach to delay identification, forensic analysis, and claims resolution.
This Pideya Learning Academy training delves into advanced concepts that are essential for professionals handling delay-related issues. Participants will gain a deep understanding of how to distinguish and categorize different types of delays—critical versus non-critical, excusable versus non-excusable, and compensable versus non-compensable. The course introduces industry-approved methodologies such as Time Impact Analysis, Window Analysis, and the Collapsed As-Built method, enabling participants to assess delay claims with accuracy and confidence. Equally important, the training equips learners with the skills to draft and evaluate Extension of Time (EOT) claims in alignment with international contract standards including FIDIC and NEC.
Participants will also explore the legal and contractual foundations of delay-related claims, allowing them to interpret and enforce key clauses effectively while minimizing exposure to disputes. One of the significant values of this course lies in its integrated coverage of dispute avoidance and resolution techniques such as mediation and arbitration, helping teams maintain constructive relationships even in adversarial project conditions.
The Delay Management and Claims Assessment in Projects course by Pideya Learning Academy is uniquely structured to offer a comprehensive yet digestible learning experience. Among the key benefits, participants will:
Understand the categories and contractual impact of various project delays
Master internationally recognized delay analysis techniques like Time Impact and Collapsed As-Built analysis
Learn to structure, draft, and assess claims that meet contract and legal standards
Enhance capabilities in interpreting delay-related clauses within FIDIC and NEC contracts
Strengthen dispute avoidance strategies including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration
Improve project planning and control measures to mitigate risks and avoid recurring delays
Apply delay management principles to real-world scenarios discussed through case-based learning
With expert-led instruction and rich industry insights, the course enables participants to think strategically about delay prevention and claims management. Learners will explore the full life cycle of delay handling—from early warning signs and root cause analysis to claim submission and resolution. The course content is thoughtfully designed to resonate with professionals from both client and contractor perspectives, ensuring a 360-degree view of delay-related issues.
Pideya Learning Academy ensures that the training environment is intellectually stimulating and relevant, tailored to real industry dynamics without requiring simulated practical sessions. This program is ideal for professionals looking to elevate their understanding of delay analysis and claim assessment in today’s rapidly evolving project landscape. It blends academic rigor with real-world applicability to enhance the operational and strategic capabilities of every participant.