After the phenomenal success of the last Masterclass held in early 2007, Hill International (Nasdaq:HINT), the worldwide construction consulting firm, in partnership with The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) announced today their plans to hold a second Masterclass during November 2007, focusing on risk assessment, managing change, delay and disruption within the construction industry. This worldwide event will be held for the second time in the region and the first time in Abu Dhabi at the Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri on the 20th and 21st November 2007.
“Hill International and the CIOB have been running these Masterclasses for nearly seven years now. After the unprecedented success of the previous Masterclass, we made the decision to hold a second Masterclass during November 2007 and already over half the places have been booked!” said Stuart Wilks, Senior Manager, Hill International UK. “The Masterclass enables delegates to learn how to manage risk, analyse delay and learn what the law requires in dispute resolution.”
“Due to the extensive growth in the construction industry, with major projects being announced on a daily basis, it is important that the workforce maintain a competitive edge and keep abreast of new developments.” commented William Kennedy, Vice President and Executive Director with Hill’s Construction Claims Group.
“The Masterclass provides this, with experts such as Peter Shaw, Key & Dixon, discussing the latest trends in Dispute Resolution in the UAE. Our very own Keith Pickavance, the author of the internationally acclaimed text ‘Delay and Disruption in Construction Contracts’ is to be one of the key speakers during the event, along with a unique selection of expert speakers, and worldwide construction delegates including Michael Black, Craig Shepherd, Angus McFadden, Geoff Bewsey and others. This 2 day course is indispensable for construction and legal professionals.” Added Kennedy.
The first day of the Masterclass addresses the successful use of the latest tools to manage and deal with change, delay and disruption. The second day will focus on the analysis of change, delay and disruption retrospectively, and presentation of claims for loss and expense in different forums using a variety of cutting-edge techniques.
About Hill International
Hill International Construction Consultancy Group (ISO 9001 approved), provides construction consultancy, commercial management, audits, programming, planning and other construction claims services.
Hill International, with 1,500 employees in 70 offices worldwide, was recently ranked 10th largest construction management firm in the United States by Engineering News-Record magazine. Hill International has been providing services in the Middle East for over 20 years. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.
