Effective Contract Management for Facilities Training Course in

Contract management is a critical aspect of facility management, as it helps to ensure that contracts are effectively executed, managed and monitored to deliver the desired outcomes. Effective contract management can help facility managers to minimize risk, control costs, and improve operational efficiency. This course is designed to equip facility management specialists with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage contracts within the facilities management context.

Outputs

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand the principles of contract management in the context of facilities management.

Develop and implement effective contract management processes and procedures.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with contracts.

Manage and monitor contracts to ensure that they are executed effectively.

Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers and contractors.

Objectives

The objectives of this course are to:
Provide an overview of contract management in the context of facilities management.

Explain the key elements of effective contract management, including procurement, negotiation, and administration.

Provide practical strategies and techniques for contract management, including risk management, monitoring and evaluation.

Discuss the importance of communication and negotiation skills in contract management.

Provide hands-on training in the use of technology and tools for effective contract management.

Who Should Attend this Course

This course is designed for facility management specialists, building managers, procurement professionals, and other professionals involved in the management of contracts within the facilities management context.

Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Contract Management in Facilities Management

- Overview of contract management in facilities management
- Principles of contract management
- Key elements of effective contract management

Day 2: Procurement and Contract Administration

- Overview of procurement processes and procedures
- Developing and implementing effective procurement processes and procedures
- Contract administration and management

Day 3: Contract Negotiation

- Overview of contract negotiation
- Developing and enhancing negotiation skills
- Negotiating contracts with suppliers and contractors

Day 4: Contract Monitoring and Evaluation

- Overview of contract monitoring and evaluation
- Developing and implementing effective contract monitoring and evaluation processes and procedures
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with contracts

Day 5:
Technology and Tools for Effective Contract Management

Overview of technology and tools for contract management
Hands-on training in the use of technology and tools for contract management
Best practices for utilizing technology and tools to improve contract management processes and procedures

Note

The course outline is subject to change and may be modified to suit the needs and objectives of the participants.

Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights.