NEC Hong Kong Workshop: Insider’s Guide to the Programme under NEC Contracts
Insider’s Guide to the Programme under NEC Contracts
Date: Wednesday 7 May
Time: 8am-10.30am (HKT)
Venue: BCLP, 25th Floor, Dorset House, Taikoo Place, 979 King's Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong SAR
This event brings together a panel of industry experts, to provide a comprehensive overview of managing programmes under NEC Contracts. This session is for professionals across the construction, procurement and project management field, the discussion will provide expert insight into challenges and opportunities, equipping you with the strategies, techniques and best practices needed to navigate the complexities and risks during project execution.
Key discussion points include:
- Understand the key role of the programme in NEC4 Contracts and available guidance.
- Explore best practices for identifying, mitigating and managing programme risks, as well as effectively controlling the impact of changes during project execution.
- Discuss the importance of robust communication channels and effective collaboration among all project stakeholders when managing the programme and the acceptance process.
- Review detailed case studies that highlight successful programme management under NEC4 Contracts, drawing lessons from past projects.
- Consider the impact of technological advancements and evolving industry practices on the future of programme management within the NEC framework.
This session will benefit all those engaged in managing or delivering projects under NEC4 Contracts, providing a diverse range of insights tailored to various roles within the construction and project management industries.
Why attend: share, learn and grow
This event offers you a unique opportunity to share experiences, learn from industry experts, and grow both professionally and personally.
- Expert Insights: Hear from a diverse expert panel, who will share their insights, experiences and practical advice on managing programmes under NEC4 Contracts.
- Enhanced Practical Knowledge: Learn best practices for effective programme management through engaging discussions and case studies examples & learning, that you can apply directly to your projects.
- Improved Risk Management: Equipping you with the tools to handle unforeseen challenges and maintain project success and techniques for mitigating delays and managing change control
- CPD Learning & Networking Opportunities: Earn CPD points whilst expanding your professional network. Engage in meaningful discussions with peers and thought leaders, fostering relationships that help you grow professionally.
Embrace the opportunity to share your experiences, learn new skills and grow your network at this event on managing programmes under NEC4 Contracts.
NEC Users' Group Members can benefit from discounted and free tickets.
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Registration
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Welcome and Opening Remarks
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Industry Panel Conversation
- Understanding the role of the programme in the ethos of NEC Contracts.
- Learn how structured scheduling and planning techniques inherent in NEC, can improve delivery and reduce the impact of change and other project risks.
- Gain a deeper understanding of how to manage the programme acceptance process and use it to manage delays, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining project momentum
- Hear practical strategies on fostering transparent communication and managing stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle
- Discover how practical, on-ground experiences have shaped best practices, overcome challenges and delivering value in complexed projects.
- How to embrace innovation that can drive more efficient, resilient project delivery in an increasingly dynamic environment.
Amanda Wong
Managing Director and Founder, AprimaRobert Gerrard
Senior NEC Consultant, NEC Contracts, APAC -
Q&A
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Closing and Key Takeaways
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Networking Breakfast
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Event Concludes
Partners

BCLP
BCLP is a leading international law firm, with 31 offices across the United States, United Kingdom, Middle East, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Since our establishment 150 years ago we have grown into an international powerhouse with over 1,200 lawyers representing public and private companies, governments, individuals and not-for-profit organizations from a variety of sectors.
BCLP’s experience spans various sectors, including real estate and infrastructure, debt and equity finance, sales and acquisitions, investment funds, PPPs, complex multi-party and multi-jurisdictional joint ventures, development management, construction contracts, asset ownership and management, environmental/sustainability matters, transactional risk assessment and corporate level risk and compliance.
Quarry Bay
Product code: L07105HK