9th AI, EPC Contract & Project Management Summit 2026

The AI, EPC Contract & Project Management Summit is designed to equip professionals with practical knowledge and modern tools for managing Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects.

The summit focuses on integrating Artificial Intelligence, contract management, procurement, risk management and project management to improve project delivery, control costs and minimise delays and disputes.

Who Should Attend

• Project Directors and Project Managers

• EPC Managers and Contract Managers

• Engineers and Engineering Managers

• Site Agents

• Procurement and Supply Chain Professionals

• Quantity Surveyors and Cost Engineers

• Contract Administrators

• Commercial Managers

• Construction Managers

• Project Controls Professionals

• Risk and Compliance Managers

• Legal and Contract Professionals

• Finance Managers and Accountants

• Internal and External Auditors

• Operations Managers

• Consultants and Project Management Professionals

• CEOs, COOs and Senior Executives

• Government and Public Sector Project Officers

• Infrastructure, Mining, Energy and Construction Professionals

Objectives

• Apply AI and digital technologies to project management

• Strengthen EPC contract administration and compliance

• Improve project planning, scheduling, cost and quality control

• Manage contractual risks, variations, claims and disputes

• Strengthen procurement and contractor performance management

• Improve project governance, reporting and decision-making

• Enhance project efficiency and successful project delivery

Topics to Be Covered

AI in Project Management

• AI-driven project planning and scheduling

• Predictive analytics and risk forecasting

• AI-assisted decision-making

• Automated project monitoring and reporting

• Generative AI for project management

• AI for cost and resource optimisation

Using AI in EPC Contracts

• How we use AI to analyze contractual risks in EPC contracts and propose mitigation strategies

• Planning and executing projects to develop such tools

• Challenges and opportunities

EPC Project Management

• EPC project lifecycle and delivery models

• Project planning and mobilisation

• Scope, time, cost and quality management

• Project monitoring and reporting

• Project close-out and handover

EPC Contract Management

• EPC contract structures and key clauses

• Contract administration and compliance

• Contract performance management

• Variations and change orders

• Claims and dispute management

• Extensions of time and liquidated damages

• Contract negotiation

EPC Project Failures

• Analyzing root causes of major project delays and cost overruns

• Insights into contract misalignment, scope creep, and poor risk allocation

• Lessons learned from mega-projects that have failed or succeeded

• Establishing contractual safeguards to prevent project failures

The Dark Side of Projects: Disruption, Delays, and Disputes

Disruption and delay are common sources of conflict in construction projects, often leading to disputes and strained relationships. This presentation will explore the causes, consequences, and strategies for managing these risks, drawing on real-world experience to highlight how effective analysis and early intervention can support project success.

Procurement & Contractor Management

• Strategic EPC procurement

• Contractor and supplier selection

• Contractor performance management

• Procurement risk and compliance

• Third-party risk management

Project Risk & Governance

• Project risk identification and mitigation

• Contractual and financial risks

• Project governance and accountability

• Compliance and audit

• Project resilience and business continuity

Cost, Schedule & Performance Control

• Project budgeting and cost control

• Earned Value Management

• Schedule management

• KPIs and performance dashboards

• Managing delays and cost overruns

Digital Transformation in EPC

• Digital project management platforms

• AI-powered project monitoring

• Data analytics and dashboards

• Automation and smart workflows

• Digital contract management