NZS 3910 – Practical Applications
This course explores the practical applications of the role and responsibilities of the Engineer to the Contract and the Engineer’s Representative under NZS 3910 Conditions of Contract for building and civil engineering works.
Description
This course follows on from the NZS 3910 introductory course, providing practical guidance in the administration of construction contracts from the perspective of the Engineer to the Contract. It covers issuing instructions and variations, decision-making, reviewing, approving or rejecting work and claims, issuing certificates and involvement in disputes.
All industry participants who administer or use the NZS 3910 conditions of contract and work with the Engineer to the Contract will find this course relevant.
Learning outcomes
Delegates who attend this course will learn:
- the role of Engineer to the Contract and Engineer’s Representative
- issuing instructions and making decisions under the contract
- certifying progress payments and final payments
- determining the Contractor’s entitlement to and valuing of Variations
- time for completion, delays and extensions of time, certifying practical and final completion
- dealing with disputes and differences
Target Audience
If you have knowledge of and experience in NZS 3910, or you’ve attended the one-day NZS 3910 introductory course, this course is the next step for engineers, contractors, subcontractors, project managers, architects, quantity surveyors and owners’ representatives.
Course format
The course involves presentation with open questions and brief worked examples for group discussion. Course material includes notes and supplementary material.
Presenter information
Gavin Shaw is Director at Navig8 Construction Advisory, a practice focused on helping clients and projects set a course for success.
With over 25 years of experience in capital project delivery and business leadership, Gavin serves as a trusted advisor in the construction industry. As an accomplished project leader and Engineer to Contract, he is deeply passionate about influencing positive outcomes.
Gavin served as a member of the Standards New Zealand Committee for the revision of NZS 3910:2023, demonstrating his commitment to shaping industry standards. Additionally, Gavin is the founding Chair of the Society of Construction Contract Practitioners, a testament to his leadership and passion for advancing outcomes across the construction community.