Image Source: ADV Contract Management Training led by
IR. Viyasan on 16th & 17th JUNE 2025 @ Wyndham Acmar

ADV CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

Date: 11th & 12th SEPT 2025
Venue: Wyndham Acmar, Klang

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Who Should Attend? - this course is tailored to meet your needs..

This workshop is ideal for professionals engaged in project implementation and management who seek to deepen their understanding of advanced contract management and critical thinking strategies. It is particularly suited for:

Project Leaders:
Project Directors, Project Managers, and Bid Managers seeking enhanced skills in managing complex contracts.
Business and Acquisition Specialists:
Business Acquisition Managers, Construction Managers, and Planners aiming to ensure strategic project outcomes.
Safety and Compliance Executives:
HSE Managers, Sponsors, Directors, and Compliance & Risk Managers responsible for maintaining project safety and compliance.
Technical Experts:
Engineers, Architects, and Quantity Surveyors involved in project design, planning, and implementation.
Contract and Cost Control Professionals:
Contract Managers, Contract Administrators, and Cost Controllers managing high-value, high-risk contracts.
Project and Quality Managers:
Project Controllers and Quality Managers ensuring alignment with quality standards and project goals.
Legal and Financial Advisors:
Legal and Finance Professionals addressing contractual risks and supporting sound financial decision-making.
Government and Private Sector Representatives:
Clients, Employers, and Officers from government and non-government organizations overseeing public and private projects.
Developers and Contractors:
Stakeholders involved in development projects seeking better control over contractual terms.
Senior Leadership:
General Managers, CEOs, Managing Directors, and Senior Managers who oversee contract management teams and project delivery.

Anyone with a role in project management or implementation will greatly benefit from this advanced workshop, designed to build strategic, practical, and analytical contract management skills.

Contract management is a dynamic process. Lessons learned from past contracts often provide valuable insights that help contractors refine their strategies for future projects. However, many organizations still rely on outdated methods, following a “rule of thumb” approach because "this is the way it has always been done." This rigid mindset can lead to missed opportunities and overlooked risks, especially during key stages such as pre-award and post-award activities. Poor contract management can ultimately result in financial losses and disputes.

To avoid these pitfalls, organizations need a solid grasp of both the fundamentals and advanced aspects of contract management. This training program covers essential topics such as the legal analysis of the bidding process, vendor selection, and critical contract clauses that can affect project success. Participants will explore various types of contracts, learn how to assess and mitigate contractual risks, and apply critical thinking to real-life contract scenarios.

By understanding the contract management life cycle, from pre-award stages like bidding and vendor selection to post-award activities like monitoring and compliance, participants will gain the tools needed to manage contracts effectively. The course also addresses essential contract clauses and teaches participants how to recognize the language that can trigger disputes or claims. Additionally, participants will delve into strategies for making valid contractual claims, resolving disputes, and ensuring project continuity.

This training program is highly interactive and practical. Through real-life case studies, hands-on exercises, and group discussions, participants will not only gain theoretical knowledge but also develop the practical skills necessary to implement these strategies in their own organizations. They will also benefit from networking and exchanging insights with other professionals in the field.

LEARNING OUTCOME:

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand the Fundamentals of Contracts: Gain foundational knowledge of contracts, including basic principles, sources of law, and key concepts such as privity of contract, subcontracting, novation, and assignment (Module 2).
Introduce Critical Thinking in Contract Management: Develop critical thinking skills to evaluate individual and team contributions within the context of contract management (Module 1).
Conduct Legal Analysis of the Bidding Process: Analyze the legal aspects of the bidding process and vendor selection, enabling informed decision-making throughout pre-award stages (Modules 3 and 4).
Identify Key Pre-Award and Post-Award Activities: Recognize and implement essential activities before and after contract awarding to ensure successful project execution and compliance (Modules 3 and 4).
Assess Contractual Risks: Differentiate between various types of contracts and understand associated risks, enhancing risk management strategies throughout the project life cycle (Module 5).
Explore Key Contract Clauses: Conduct a critical analysis of key contract clauses in standard and bespoke contracts, identifying important keywords and their implications for effective communication (Module 6).
Avoid Pitfalls in Contractual Claims: Identify common mistakes and challenges in submitting contractual claims, including the essentials for making valid claims and analyzing delays (Module 7).
Implement Dispute Resolution Strategies: Understand methods for resolving disputes that may arise in contracts, promoting smoother project delivery and stakeholder relations (Module 8).
Network and Share Knowledge: Engage with fellow participants to share insights, experiences, and best practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment that enriches the training experience.

Participants will leave the workshop equipped with enhanced skills and knowledge to effectively manage contracts, mitigate risks, and contribute to successful project outcomes.

Contact us directly via Call / Whatsapp for the detailed Course Outline:
☎️ 011-2689 1491 or 014-6211 409

Trainer Profile

Trainer Background

Ir. Viyasan Krishnan, BSc (Hons) Civil Engineering (Loughborough), LLB (Hons) Law (London), is a highly accomplished contract management specialist with over 38 years of experience in key industries such as oil and gas, power generation, water supply, property development, and commercial construction. Throughout his career, he has held pivotal roles in both Malaysia and international organizations, navigating complex contractual environments and ensuring successful project delivery.

Mr. Viyasan’s experience spans the entire contract life cycle, from pre-award activities such as legal analysis and vendor selection, to post-award stages involving claims management and dispute resolution. His deep knowledge of contractual risks, critical clauses, and compliance standards positions him as an expert in advanced contract management strategies. He has a proven ability to handle high-value, high-risk contracts, and is adept at managing project teams and guiding organizations toward successful outcomes.

He is not only a practicing Registered Professional Engineer (PEPC) and Project Management Professional (PMP), but also an experienced trainer. He has conducted numerous in-house and external training programs on contract management, sharing his practical insights and strategies with professionals across industries. His academic background includes a Civil Engineering degree from Loughborough University and a Law degree from the University of London, making him uniquely qualified to address both the technical and legal aspects of contract management.

Relevance to Contract Management

Previously as Contract Management Leader Asia at GE Power Solutions (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, he led post-award contract management for power plant projects and equipment supply contracts across 10 countries, managing contracts valued at over USD 5 billion. He oversaw four contract types— Equipment Only (EO), Enhanced Engineered Package (EEP), Turnkey with Partner (TKP), and Turnkey Self-Implement (TKSI)—and focused on margin enhancement, risk mitigation, and effective change order management. In this role, Mr. Viyasan led a team of 17 contract managers and worked closely with global contract teams in the US and Europe, ensuring strategic handling of complex contractual disputes and consortium agreements. His leadership and ability to deliver profitable project outcomes through effective contractual strategies make him an expert in advanced contract management. He also played a crucial role in minimizing contractual risks through detailed liquidated damages assessments and enhanced project execution. His experience spans a wide range of contract models, making him uniquely qualified to guide participants in managing diverse contract scenarios.

Personal Key Achievements

Successfully renegotiated a high-risk project, converting a potential RM490 million loss into a RM293 million profit by shifting from Lump Sum EPC to Time & Material (T&M) contracts, minimizing corporate and contractual risks.
Authored Sapura Energy Berhad’s Main Contract Management Procedure, part of the organization’s Project Management & Control Operating Model (PMCOM), which was launched in 2020, providing the foundation for efficient contract management across projects.
Played a key role in formulating 13 new procedures for Sapura Energy Berhad’s PMCOM, with the procedure set officially launched by the President & Group CEO.
Committee Member for the First Edition of the Malaysian Water Supply Design Criteria & Standards (1989) and authored PWD Malaysia’s Guidelines on the Design of Internal Water Supply Plumbing Systems.
Recipient of the Exemplary Staff Award, Public Works Department Malaysia (1987), for outstanding contributions to engineering projects and water supply management.

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