AVAILABLE Dates
April 15, 2026
COURSE DELIVERY
Online
START TIME
9:30am
FINISH TIME
4:00pm

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To secure a place, please contact us on 01 2933650 or email kellie@cmgtraining.com

A few words from our tutor on what you can expect from this course

Course Description

(PW-CF1–PW-CF8)

This one-day training course will provide participants with a clear and practical understanding of the full suite of Public Works Contracts (PW-CF1-PW-CF8).

Through expert-led discussion and real world examples, attendees will gain the knowledge and confidence to select the correct form of contract, whether you work in the public or private sector, this course will help you navigate the complexities of contract obligations, improve project delivery and ensure compliance with current OGP Standards, making it an essential for anyone involved in public construction projects in Ireland.

By the end of this training course attendees will be able to

  • Understand the structure and intent of each PW-CF Contract (1-8)
  • Identify which form is most appropriate for a given project
  • Understand key risk allocations and obligations under each contract
  • Apply best practice in contract administration and dispute avoidance
  • Navigate the CWMF documentation and OGP Guidance efficiently

All attendees will receive a full course pack to refer to and will have the benefit of learning from a trainer with a wealth of experience in this area.

Topics Include

  • Overview of the Public Works Contract Suite
  • Key principles – risk allocation, fixed-price, lump-sum nature
  • Choosing the correct form(PW-CF1 – PW-CF8)
  • Key differences between building vs civil engineering and employer vs contractor design contracts
  • PW-CF1: Building Works Designed by the Employer
  • PW-CF2: Building Works Designed by the Contractor
  • PW-CF3 & PW-CF4:Civil Engineering Works
  • PW-CF5: Minor Works Contracts
  • PW-CF6: Short Form of Contract
  • PW-CF7 & PW-CF8:Investigation Works Contracts
  • Common Clauses and Contracts Administration

This course will behighly beneficial to public contracting authorities, contractors, consultants,engineers, architects, quantity surveyors, contract administrators and similar roles

Certification

On completion of this one-day training course, you will receive your Certificate of Attendance. Please note certificates are issued at the close of the training course to participants on completion of the course.

This course may qualify for CPD points. Please check directly with your association or awarding body to see how many points they will award.

Cost

An ‘Early Bird’ discounted rate of €545 is currently available. This training course normal rate is €645. Places are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis. PLEASE NOTE THE EARLY BIRD RATE CLOSES 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO COURSE DATE. The course cost includes all course documentation and Certificate of Attendance.

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