OVERVIEW

This two-day workshop offers a practical, hands-on approach to understanding and applying the Construction Industry Payment and Adjudication Act (CIPAA) in Malaysia. Designed for construction professionals, project managers, engineers, and contract administrators, the programme covers the full adjudication process from assessing claims and reviewing evidence to fair and enforceable decisions. Through real-life dispute cases, participants will engage in interactive group exercises and discussions to develop practical skills and confidence.

The workshop also provides ready-to-use templates and worksheets, enabling participants to apply what they learn immediately in their own projects. Expert-led sessions focus on identifying key issues, avoiding common pitfalls, and making informed decisions efficiently. By the end of the programme, attendees will have a clear understanding of CIPAA procedures, strengthened decision-making capabilities, and practical tools to manage disputes effectively, ensuring compliance and safeguarding project outcomes.  

PROGRAM OBJECTIVE

• To strengthen participants’ understanding of statutory payment mechanisms under CIPAA
• To enable effective administration of payment claims, payment responses, and dispute referrals
• To develop practical competence in initiating and managing adjudication proceedings
• To enhance understanding of adjudication decisions, enforcement options, and related risks
• To clarify the role and responsibilities of contract administrators under CIPAA
• To support compliant and informed contract administration practices in construction projects

KEY TAKEAWAY

• Clear ability to identify valid payment claims, payment responses, and dispute trigger points
• Practical understanding of the adjudication process from initiation to decision
• Confidence in managing adjudication timelines, documents, and procedural compliance
• Ability to assess the effect, enforcement, and challenges of adjudication decisions
• Improved awareness of statutory provisions overriding contractual terms
• Practical insights for applying CIPAA effectively in day-to-day contract administration

OUR DISTINGUISHED TRAINER

DR. AMILA GAMAGE
Ph.D., MBA, LL.M, BSc. Eng (Hons), MMIArb, MSIArb, AMIESL, SEFM, ACLP Certified Trainer

Dr. Amila Gamage is the founder of Sihela Consultants, specializing in contract administration consultancy and training solutions for clients in Singapore, Malaysia, and beyond. With over 20 years in the construction industry, she started her career as a Civil Engineer, focusing on contract management from inception to completion. Her expertise has led to effective contract management with minimal disputes, ensuring favourable financial outcomes across various projects, including high-rise buildings.

Before founding  Sihela Consultants, she worked with prestigious firms in Singapore and abroad, collaborating with renowned consulting companies on diverse contract administration projects. As an ACLP-certified trainer and lecturer, she shares her knowledge in Contract Management, Dispute Resolution, Quantity Surveying, and Facility Management with educational institutions and organizations globally.

Dr. Gamage holds a PhD in Project Management, where she focused on construction disputes in Singapore and introduced the Integrated Construction Enhancement Framework (ICEF) for effective dispute management. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a Specialist Diploma in Building Cost Management from BCA Academy, Singapore, where she received the Gold Award. Additionally, she earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and a Master of Law in Business Law. Dr. Gamage is a member of the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators (MSIArb) and the Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators (MMIArb) and is recognized as a SAS Eminent Fellow Member (SEFM) for her contributions to education and research.