Poorly
managed dredging contracts can quickly lead to costly claims, disputes and
project delays. The Contractual Awareness Masterclass provides practical
guidance on dredging contract management, contract administration and risk
allocation through real-world case studies and expert industry experience.
Learn how to reduce contractual risk, protect your entitlements and deliver
dredging and marine infrastructure projects with greater confidence.
Mastering Dredging Contracts Through Effective Dredging Contract Management
Dredging projects are among the most technically and commercially challenging civil infrastructure projects. Uncertain ground conditions, complex dredging contracts and inadequate contract administration can quickly increase project risk. If not managed effectively, they can lead to costly construction claims, dredging disputes and project delays.
To help industry professionals better understand and manage these challenges, in2Dredging (i2D) is pleased to present the Contractual Awareness Masterclass. The masterclass is a practical training course developed and delivered by specialists in dredging engineering, contract management and construction law. The course bridges the gap between technical engineering knowledge, commercial contract management. It also provides an understanding of the legal frameworks that govern dredging and marine infrastructure projects.
The Contractual Awareness Masterclass complements i2D's established Dredging & Reclamation Masterclass. It equips participants with the commercial awareness and dredging contract management skills needed to manage today’s increasingly complex dredging contracts.
Learn How to Prevent Dredging Disputes Before They Start
The presenters on decades of combined experience in dredging engineering, contract management, construction law, arbitration and expert witness services. They combine technical, commercial and legal perspectives to examine why dredging disputes arise and, more importantly, how they can be prevented.
Using real-world case studies and practical industry examples, participants will gain valuable insight into:
- Mastering contract risk management associated with uncertain ground conditions
- Understanding how FIDIC, Australian Standard (AS) and NEC dredging contracts allocate risk
- Protecting contractual entitlements through effective contract administration
- Recognising the causes of construction claims before they escalate into dredging disputes
- Applying lessons from construction law, arbitration and expert witness investigations to improve project delivery and reduce contractual risk
The course goes beyond dispute resolution. It equips participants with practical dredging contract management strategies that reduce the likelihood of disputes occurring in the first place.
Contractual Awareness Masterclass Course Structure
The Contractual Awareness Masterclass consists of six (6) interactive sessions delivered over two (2) days.
Throughout the course, participants will work through practical examples and real project scenarios while developing a stronger understanding of dredging contracts, contract administration, contractual obligations and commercial decision-making.
For further details on the course content, please refer to the Contractual Awareness Masterclass Training Brochure.
Masterclass Course Details
Dates: 1–2
September 2026
Duration: 3
hours per day
Time: 13:00–16:00 AWST (UTC+8) | 07:00–10:00
CEST
Delivery: Online from anywhere in the world or
attend in person at i2D's offices: Unit 2, 48 May Street, Bayswater, WA.
Cost: AU$1,600
(excluding GST where applicable), approximately €955 or US$1,050
(subject to exchange rates)
Learn from Experts in Dredging Engineering, Construction Law and Contract Management
The Contractual Awareness Masterclass is delivered by a multidisciplinary team of experts in dredging engineering, construction law and contract management. Their combined expertise provides participants with practical technical, commercial and legal perspectives on managing dredging contracts.
David Kinlan
A civil engineering contracts specialist with more than 40 years' experience in civil and infrastructure projects. David holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Arbitration. He specialises in contract administration, contract risk management, early-stage dredging contract management, project de-risking and dispute avoidance.
Gemma Nugent
Gemma is a construction and engineering lawyer with more than 18 years' experience. Gemma advises construction, mining services and engineering businesses on commercial and contractual matters. Through practical, plain English legal advice, she helps her clients to achieve great project outcomes and build strong commercial relationships. Gemma’s approach focuses on protecting their contractual position, managing risk effectively and avoiding disputes.
Simon Burgmans
Simon is the Founder and Principal Dredging Engineer at i2D. Over more than 20 years, he has gained international experience in dredging, mining and oil and gas projects. He is recognised internationally for his expertise in dredging engineering, estimating and expert witness services. Simon provides practical insight into dredging contracts, construction claims and dispute resolution.
Register for the Contractual Awareness Masterclass Today
Avoiding dredging disputes begins long before construction starts.
Strengthen your understanding of dredging contracts, dredging contract management, contract administration, contract risk management and dispute resolution. You will be better equipped to deliver dredging and marine infrastructure projects with greater certainty. You will also be better positioned to reduce construction claims and improved commercial outcomes.
To register for the Contractual Awareness Masterclass, click the blue Register button located at the top right of the right-hand column of the course registration page.
The Cost of Understanding a Contract is Always Less than the Cost of a Dispute
Join our Contractual Awareness Masterclass and learn how to manage dredging contracts with greater confidence, reduce contractual risk and deliver projects successfully.
Register today!