Introduction
The EPC / LSTK Project Management training course provides professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to successfully manage Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) and Lump Sum Turnkey (LSTK) projects. The course focuses on project planning, execution, cost control, contract administration, risk management, and project delivery from inception through commissioning.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of EPC project lifecycles, international best practices, contract strategies, procurement management, quality assurance, scheduling, and stakeholder coordination to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and according to specification.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the complete EPC and LSTK project lifecycle.
- Plan, organize, and execute EPC projects effectively.
- Manage engineering, procurement, and construction activities.
- Control project costs, schedules, and quality.
- Identify and mitigate project risks.
- Interpret EPC contracts and manage contractual obligations.
- Improve communication between project stakeholders.
- Apply international best practices in project management.
Training Methodology
The course combines instructor-led presentations with practical workshops and real-world case studies to ensure participants gain practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in their organizations.
Training methods include:
- Interactive presentations
- Case studies
- Group discussions
- Practical exercises
- Project simulations
- Problem-solving workshops
- Real EPC project examples
Organizational Benefits
- Improve project delivery performance.
- Reduce project delays and cost overruns.
- Strengthen project governance and decision-making.
- Enhance contract and procurement management.
- Improve collaboration between engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
- Increase project profitability and client satisfaction.
Personal Benefits
- Develop professional EPC project management skills.
- Improve leadership and decision-making abilities.
- Gain confidence in managing complex industrial projects.
- Enhance contract administration knowledge.
- Learn practical techniques for project planning and control.
- Advance career opportunities in the EPC industry.
Who Should Attend?
- Project Managers
- Project Engineers
- Construction Managers
- Engineering Managers
- Procurement Managers
- Contract Managers
- Planning and Scheduling Engineers
- Cost Control Engineers
- Project Coordinators
- Professionals involved in EPC and LSTK projects
Course Outline
Day 1 – EPC & LSTK Project Fundamentals
- Introduction to EPC and LSTK Projects
- Project Life Cycle
- Project Organization and Stakeholders
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Project Delivery Models
- Project Governance
Day 2 – Engineering & Procurement Management
- Engineering Management Process
- Design Reviews and Approvals
- Procurement Planning
- Vendor Selection and Evaluation
- Supplier Management
- Material Expediting and Logistics
Day 3 – Construction & Project Controls
- Construction Planning
- Site Management
- Project Scheduling
- Critical Path Method (CPM)
- Cost Estimation and Budget Control
- Project Performance Monitoring
Day 4 – Contracts, Risk & Quality Management
- EPC Contract Types
- LSTK Contract Management
- Claims and Change Orders
- Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC)
- Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Management
Day 5 – Project Closeout & Best Practices
- Commissioning and Start-up
- Project Handover
- Lessons Learned
- Project Performance Evaluation
- International EPC Best Practices
- Developing an Action Plan for Future Projects