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EPC FIDIC contracts, Owners Engineer supervision of works for compliance and quality 

The role of the Owner’s Engineer (OE) in supervising EPC/FIDIC contracts is indeed pivotal for project success. Here’s a concise breakdown of the OE’s responsibilities during various project phases:

1. Pre-construction phase

  • Technical advisory: Assists the owner in defining project objectives, reviewing feasibility, and conducting site surveys.
  • Contract review: Helps prepare FIDIC contracts, ensuring balanced risk allocation and alignment with industry standards.
  • Bid evaluation: Supports the owner in evaluating bids and selecting contractors through technical reviews and negotiations.
  • Baseline design review: Reviews contractor’s initial designs for compliance with project requirements.

2. Design phase

  • Design review: Reviews and approves all design documents and specifications to ensure they meet standards.
  • Change management: Manages design changes and ensures they’re justified and documented.
  • Stakeholder coordination: Facilitates communication among all parties to ensure alignment on design requirements.

3. Construction phase

  • Construction supervision: Monitors site activities, ensuring compliance with designs and safety standards through regular inspections.
  • Quality assurance: Implements QA/QC procedures and addresses any quality issues immediately.
  • HSE compliance: Ensures contractor adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • Progress monitoring: Tracks progress, prepares reports and verifies contractor claims against actual performance.
  • Interface management: Coordinates among various stakeholders to resolve conflicts and maintain workflow.

4. Commissioning and testing phase

  • Commissioning plans review: Reviews contractor plans for testing and commissioning to ensure clarity and compliance.
  • Testing oversight: Supervises testing activities, verifying system functionality and documenting results.
  • Performance verification: Confirms the facility meets performance guarantees before handover.
  • Training and documentation: Ensures proper training for the owner’s personnel and that all documentation is complete.

5. Project close-out and handover

  • Final inspections: Conducts inspections to ensure all issues are addressed and compiles a punch list.
  • Contractual close-out: Verifies all contractual obligations are fulfilled, preparing the final project report.
  • Handover support: Assists in the transition from construction to operation and may help manage issues during the defects liability period.

6. Claims and dispute resolution

  • Claims management: Evaluates contractor claims for validity and provides recommendations to the owner.
  • Dispute resolution: Supports the owner in negotiations and dispute resolution processes, offering technical expertise.

Importance of the Owner’s Engineer

  • Risk mitigation: Ensures compliance and quality to reduce risks associated with design and construction.
  • Cost and schedule control: Monitors project progress to keep costs and timelines in check.
  • Enhanced communication: Serves as a mediator between the owner and contractor, ensuring effective communication.

In summary, the Owner’s Engineer is an integral asset in EPC/FIDIC projects, providing the necessary oversight, technical expertise, and strategic guidance to meet the owner’s expectations for quality, cost, and schedule.

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