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Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors

A PMI Registered Training Course

Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors

Selecting, Developing & Working with Suppliers

NASBA PMI
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
23 - 27 Mar 2026 London $ 5,950
04 - 08 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 Barcelona $ 5,950
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
12 - 16 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 London $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
12 - 16 Oct 2026 Online $ 3,950

Introduction

This GLOMACS Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors training course aims at equipping the hiring (line) managers, procurement, and recruiters to maximize the return on investment in the “recruit to contract termination” process of external consultants and contractors for the hiring organizations. Organizations want to enjoy the flexibility of a contractor’s workforce instead of internal staff, but would there be conflicts when contractors and internal staff have to work together? How to ensure seamless team effort among contractors and internal staff?

The trend of outsourcing and the continuous interest of shareholders to want organizations to have fewer and fewer headcounts and governments should become smaller and smaller, the importance and popularity of external consultants and contractors keep increasing. How to identify and attract the best contractors / consultants? How to accelerate the onboarding time for contractors / consultants? How to retain them? How to get the most out of them within a flexible contract period? It is quite similar to the case with internal employees, yet there is a significant difference too.

This training course will highlight:

  • Define “Statements of Work” or Terms of Reference (TOR) as part of tender document
  • Market intelligence and benchmarking for different types of consultants and contractors
  • A complete tender document with key contractual clauses
  • Negotiations with consultants / contractors before and after contract award
  • Application of different payment structure for different scenarios
  • Develop practical Service Level Agreement (SLA)
  • Contract Performance Management

Objectives

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

  • Evaluate Bids and Proposals to select the best-fit contractor & consultants
  • Prepare and understand Key Clauses in Contract Documents
  • Apply different payment structures
  • Negotiate as a principled negotiator
  • Manage the boost the performance of consultants & contractors

Training Methodology

Leveraging world best practice proven in the real business, this GLOMACS Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors training course will be delivered by a recognized Contracts & Procurement Professional who has been involved in delivering complex projects around the world. Exercises, role plays built on a carefully designed case study will maximize hands-on practice matched.

Organisational Impact

Impact on the organisation in attending this Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors training course is profound, including: 

  • Higher return on investment from external consultants & contractors
  • More sustainable performance from consultants & contractors
  • Reduced Risk to the organization from potential liabilities
  • Higher productivity from personnel contracting for services
  • Improved control over on-time and on-budget delivery
  • The higher success rate of selecting the right contractors or consultants

Personal Impact

This impact of this training course to the participants are manifold and includes: 

  • Increased skill sets in the management and selection of consultants & contractors
  • A greater sense of Professionalism
  • Knowledge of World-Class practices
  • More exceptional ability to negotiate and manage contracts
  • Increased recognition by the organization because of improved performance
  • Ability to control project progress and delivery against the baseline

Who should Attend?

This GLOMACS Managing & Negotiating with Consultants & Contractors training course is a great way to develop those new to the function or to prepare for a significant project or use as a refresher for veteran Contracts & Procurement Professionals. 

This training course is a suitably wide range of professionals but will significantly benefit: 

  • Engineering Project Professionals
  • Project Management Professionals
  • Construction Professionals
  • Contract Professionals
  • Buyers Professionals
  • Purchasing Professionals
  • Financial Personnel in organizations whose leadership wants advanced skills sets for those involved in major contracting and subcontracting activities
Course Outline
Day 1

Establishing the Need for External Advice

  • Understand, Identify and Defining the Business Need
  • Prepare a Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Defining the Statement of Work or Terms of Reference (TOR)
  • Leading EPC Contractors with a Global Presence
  • Market Rates of Technical Contractors and Management Consultants
Day 2

Preparing for the Tendering

  • Conduct Sourcing Analysis
  • Develop a Contracting Strategy
  • Prepare a Tender Document
  • Establish Service Level Agreements
  • Conduct Tender Briefing
Day 3

The Bidding and Bid Evaluation Processes

  • The Competitive Tendering Process
  • Pre-qualification
  • Proposal and Bid Evaluation
  • Contract Pricing & Price Adjustments
  • Cost Analysis of Proposals and Bids
  • Tender Clarification
Day 4

Contract Development and Negotiation

  • Understanding the Concept and Principle of Contract Law
  • Model Contract Formats – Specific for Consults and Contractors
  • Important Contract Terms to be Included
  • Pre-negotiation Process
  • Negotiating the Contract Terms – Finance Considerations, Progress Reporting and Payment
  • Confidentiality, IPR, Insurance and Warranties
Day 5

Contract Award and Performance Evaluation

  • Awarding of Contract
  • Monitoring Progress and Performance
  • Tracking Progress in Achieving Consultancy Savings
  • Managing Risks and Change Control
  • Contract Administration
  • Evaluating and Learning from Engagements
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
  • The certificate will also have a PMI Course Identifier, which will enable the learners to claim Professional Development Units (PDUs) / Contact Hours from Project Management Institute (PMI) towards certification or recertification of PMI credentials.
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

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