Adjudication
Adjudication under NEC & JCT
Analyse adjudication procedures in NEC4 ECC and JCT contracts, including notice requirements, timelines, and enforcement strategies.
- Intermediate
- English
- 4 weeks
- 6 lessons
What you will learn?
Compare adjudication mechanisms under NEC4 ECC and JCT contracts
Understand notice and timetable requirements
Manage adjudication procedure effectively
Apply enforcement rules in UK contracts
Who this course is for
Contract managers overseeing UK construction projects
Construction lawyers advising on NEC/JCT disputes
Site administrators responsible for contract compliance
Dispute resolution consultants handling adjudication cases
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of construction contract forms (NEC/JCT)
Familiarity with UK Construction Act recommended
Awareness of standard adjudication principles helpful
Interest in dispute resolution strategies for construction projects
Why this course
NEC and JCT dominate UK construction contracting practice,Learn adjudication timelines and compliance requirements under both forms,Avoid common mistakes in issuing notices and referrals,Gain confidence in managing parallel processes for NEC and JCT projects,Understand enforcement principles under TCC case law,Build practical skills for handling real-time disputes
Course content
Objective
Understand the adjudication frameworks under NEC4 ECC and JCT contracts and their compliance with statutory requirements.
Key topics
Explain adjudication provisions in NEC and JCT contracts
Understand statutory compliance under the UK Construction Act
Compare NEC and JCT structures for adjudication
Recognise contractual obligations for parties in both regimes
Analyse why differences matter in practical scenarios
Identify the role of the Scheme for Construction Contracts
Week 1
Lesson 1
Preview available
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Take a short quiz and write a 5-bullet summary of Explain adjudication provisions in NEC and JCT contracts.
Objective
Learn how to initiate adjudication proceedings correctly under NEC and JCT to ensure enforceability.
Key topics
Draft valid adjudication notices for NEC and JCT contracts
Understand referral timelines and procedural triggers
Address jurisdictional challenges arising from defective notices
Apply notice protocols under both forms effectively
Week 2
Lesson 2
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Objective
Contract managers, construction lawyers, site administrators.
Key topics
Apply strict timelines for adjudication referrals
Manage NEC and JCT procedural steps simultaneously
Understand the adjudicator’s powers and obligations under each contract
Avoid procedural breaches that jeopardise enforcement
Week 3
Lesson 3
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Produce a practical checklist and a sample clause set aligned with the lesson objective.
Objective
Learn to anticipate and address common jurisdictional and procedural issues in NEC and JCT adjudications.
Key topics
Identify typical procedural mistakes in NEC and JCT adjudications
Understand scope and limits of adjudicator’s jurisdiction
Analyse TCC decisions on jurisdictional challenges
Address issues with interim and final account disputes
Week 3
Lesson 4
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Produce a practical checklist and a sample clause set aligned with the lesson objective.
Objective
Explore enforcement of adjudication decisions under UK law and learn how courts interpret NEC and JCT disputes.
Key topics
Understand enforcement principles applied by the TCC
Prepare applications for summary judgment effectively
Analyse case law involving NEC and JCT enforcement
Address defences to enforcement based on procedural breaches
Week 4
Lesson 5
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Complete a short case study worksheet and summarize your decision/recommendation.
Objective
Apply your learning through practical exercises and real-world adjudication scenarios under NEC and JCT forms.
Key topics
Analyse real-life adjudication disputes under NEC and JCT contracts
Draft valid notices of adjudication and referral documents
Review adjudicator’s decisions for procedural soundness
Identify lessons from TCC case studies
Apply drafting techniques to mitigate procedural risks
Develop best practices for managing NEC and JCT disputes
Week 4
Lesson 6
Online
Video Lectures
60 min
Activity
Draft/redline a clause based on the lesson focus and explain your drafting choices.
Description
Adjudication is the primary dispute resolution mechanism in UK construction contracts, and both NEC4 ECC and JCT Design & Build contracts incorporate bespoke adjudication procedures. This course offers a focused, comparative analysis of how adjudication operates under these widely used standard forms, highlighting practical differences and procedural nuances.
Participants will explore key topics including adjudication clauses, notice requirements, referral timelines, and compliance with the UK Construction Act 1996. The course also examines enforcement of adjudicators’ decisions in the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) and common pitfalls that can invalidate proceedings.
Through practical exercises and real-life case examples, learners will develop the ability to manage adjudication processes confidently and effectively under both NEC and JCT regimes. By the end of this course, you will have the tools to navigate adjudication in UK standard forms, ensuring procedural compliance and successful dispute resolution.
Participants will explore key topics including adjudication clauses, notice requirements, referral timelines, and compliance with the UK Construction Act 1996. The course also examines enforcement of adjudicators’ decisions in the Technology and Construction Court (TCC) and common pitfalls that can invalidate proceedings.
Through practical exercises and real-life case examples, learners will develop the ability to manage adjudication processes confidently and effectively under both NEC and JCT regimes. By the end of this course, you will have the tools to navigate adjudication in UK standard forms, ensuring procedural compliance and successful dispute resolution.
Instructor
Mian Sheraz Javaid
Master Construction Claims Through Adjudication Training.
Sheraz draws from his rare dual expertise as an engineer and barrister to offer elite training in contract drafting. These programs are crafted for professionals who draft or review complex contracts and seek to enhance clarity, enforceability, and risk control across jurisdictions and sectors.
