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Certified Contract Manager
Programme information
A FIDIC Certified Contract Manager is a senior-level professional capable of demonstrating knowledge of, and an ability to apply and manage the provisions of the following FIDIC publications related to the management of contracts during its project lifecycle:
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction – Red Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Plant & Design-Build – Yellow Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for EPC Turnkey Projects – Silver Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Golden Principles (2019)
As a FIDIC Certified Contract Manager, the individual also has basic understanding and awareness of all other FIDIC Body of Knowledge (FBOK) documents, as described on the FIDIC website (www.fidic.org) and in particular, the FIDIC Procurement Procedure Guide (1st edition 2011).
The FIDIC Certified Contract Manager certification is an internationally recognised qualification and a must-have for all professionals working in FIDIC contract management who wish to validate their skillsets as regards sub-clauses mechanisms, the analysis, management and delivery of projects which use FIDIC forms of contract.
Details of the application requirements, assessment, fees, and available dates are available in the relevant sections beneath the flowchart. They summarise the general application process and the steps needed to qualify for the FCL certification exams.
The online assessment will be held three to four times per annum, as indicated in the “Dates” section.
Application requirements
Pre-requisites
Route 1:
- An engineering construction management, buildings, QS, accounting, law, or infrastructure development qualification or degree AND
- A minimum of 5 years professional experience AND
- A minimum of 3 years professional experience in the management of aspects of construction FIDIC contracts (Red, Yellow, Silver Book)
Route 2:
- A minimum of 10 years of professional experience AND
- A minimum of 3 years professional experience in the management of aspects of construction FIDIC contracts (Red, Yellow, Silver Book)
Competences
- Good English language proficiency and understanding
Application documents
- Recent portrait photo, taken on a plain background.
- Proof of residence, which meet the requirements. These, as well as the form, can be found here.
- Copy of a qualification/degree (if applicable). Kindly provide an English translation if the document is issued in another language.
- A completed and signed Professional experience form, which can be downloaded here. It should highlight the required experience (5 years for candidates with a degree/qualification or 10 years for candidates with no degree/qualification).
- A completed and signed copy of the Reference form, which can be downloaded here. It should be signed by a referee who has known the applicant and can attest to candidate’s skills for at least 3 years in the management of aspects of FIDIC contracts (Red or Yellow or Silver Books). If needed, the Reference form can be submitted multiple times, signed by different referees to meet the cumulative minimum of 3 years of experience in the management of aspects of FIDIC contracts.
Fees
- Application fee: CHF 100. This fee is payable at the submission of the application. There is no discount applicable to this fee.
- Examination fee: CHF 1,500. This fee is payable before the participation in the exam and also covers the certification fees.
- Retake fee: CHF 750. This fee is only payable before the participation in a retake exam, if the candidate fails/is unsuccessful during the initial exam attempt.
- Yearly renewal fee: CHF 250. This fee is payable at the end of Year 1 and Year 2 of the certification validity period.
- Recertification fee: CHF 1,000.This fee is payable in the 3rd year after initial certification expires.
NB: FCL fees are non-refundable – unless otherwise stated in the Terms of service.
FCL applies a tiered discount policy, based on the financial data of each candidate’s country of residence.
- Tier 1: 0% discount
- Tier 2: 15% discount
- Tier 3: 35% discount
- Tier 4: 50% discount
The above reductions will be only applied to the certification and recertification fees.
Click here for information on the tiers: FCL discount tiers
Assessment
This is an assessment of the candidate’s existing skills and knowledge. The candidate must apply ready to be assessed.
The Certified Contract Manager certification programme entails a single-phase assessment. Candidates who fulfil the programme’s pre-requisites will be invited to participate in an online exam, once their applications are reviewed and verified.
The exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. The total exam duration is 250 minutes and candidates need to complete the exam in one sitting.
The pass mark for the FCCM exam is set at 60%. This percentage may be adjusted over time by FCL.
Examination syllabus
Candidates will be tested on their knowledge and ability to apply and manage the provisions of the following FIDIC publications:
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction – Red Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Plant & Design-Build – Yellow Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for EPC Turnkey Projects – Silver Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Golden Principles (2019)
And on the major contract management related tasks of the project lifecycle listed below:
- Project initiation
- Pre-construction phase
- Execution of the works
- Quality Control and Quality Assurance
- Communications
- Financial control
- Claim management and dispute resolution
- Project closeout
Body of Knowledge
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction – Red Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Plant & Design-Build – Yellow Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for EPC Turnkey Projects – Silver Book (1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Procurement Procedures Guide 1st Ed (2011)
Award of certification
If you satisfy the required examination pass mark, you will be awarded your FIDIC Certified Contract Manager certification.
The FIDIC Certified Contract Manager certification is valid for three (3) years from the date of issue.
Monitoring and recertification procedure:
The certification is valid for three (3) years from the date of issue. To maintain the validity of the credentials for this 3-year term, certificate holders will need to follow a specific yearly monitoring procedure. Failure to meet the yearly monitoring requirements will result in the credentials being suspended and/or withdrawn before their expiration date.
When the credentials expire (at the end of the 3-year term), the certificate holders will be required to follow a specific recertification procedure.
Details of the Monitoring and recertification procedures can be found here.
Dates
Schedule for Q4 of 2024:
Application period:
28 October – 29 November 2024
Exam date: 10 December 2024
(Further information on other certification exam dates for 2025 will be provided in the future).
Examination syllabus
Candidates will be tested on their knowledge of and an ability to apply and manage the provisions of the following FIDIC publications:
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Construction – Red Book(1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for Plant & Design-Build – Yellow Book(1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Conditions of Contract for EPC Turnkey Projects – Silver Book(1999 and 2017 edition)
- FIDIC Golden Principles (2019).
As well as on the major contract management related tasks of the project lifecycle listed below:
- Project Initiation
1.1. Define/identify the contract participants (as defined in the FIDIC Golden Principles) according to the different procurement routes and contract types
1.2. Assist in the contractual strategy/select the correct book.
1.3. Manage and allocate risk
1.4. Prepare the Conditions of Contract
1.5. Advice on the procurement process
- Pre-construction Phase
2.1. Draft a letter of award
2.2. Draft a contract agreement
2.3. Draft the Notice of Commencement Date
2.4. Administer the advance payment process
2.5. Review the advance payment guarantee
2.6. Review performance security
- Execution of the Works
3.1. Control and monitor time
3.2. Monitor the Contractors progress on site
3.3. Apply/defend delay damages
3.4. Apply the advance warning system
3.5. Instruct suspensions
3.6. Instruct/manage variations
3.7. Administer/advice on the contract termination process
- Quality Control and Quality Assurance
4.1. Administer the contractual matters for quality control and quality assurance
- Communications
5.1. Drafting of notices
5.2. Conducting monthly progress meetings
5.3. Prepare/review the monthly progress report
- Financial Control
6.1. Perform financial control of the work contract
6.2. Administer the final payment
6.3. Discharge
- Claim Management and Dispute Resolution
7.1. Administer the claims process
7.2. Administer the disputes process
- Project Closeout
8.1. Administer the project closeout phase
8.2. Return of performance security
8.3. Site clearing by the Contractor
If the application period is not currently open, inform us of your interest in this certification programme by filling out the Expression of Interest (EOI) form below. You will be notified when the next application period opens.
The infograph below is a guide to the application process and the steps needed to qualify for the FCL certification exams.
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