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EPC Contracts for Power & Energy Projects

September 1 - 2, 2026 Denver, CO EUCI

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“I came away from this course with a much better grasp of the context of so many terms and concepts I’d heard.  It brought together contract management, regulatory frameworks, and legal issues in a way that connected them well without being overly complex.” 

Senior Project Manager II, Duquesne Light Company

“EUCI trainings are consistently well planned and executed.” 

Sr. Pre-Construction Manager, EDF Renewables

“This course did an excellent job at both laying out an overview of important issues and providing practical solutions to actual issues faced by EPC contractors on an everyday basis.” 

General Counsel, Gridworks
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“The course did a very good job outlining the EPC contract process and what is covered.” 

Project Manager, Ampirical

“Presenters are active and knowledgeable about the field they presented on.” 

Business Development Project Manager, Jamaica Public Service

“The opportunity to see contracting from the Owner’s perspective will assist in supporting a successful contract negotiation and build a strong working relationship going forward. Thank you for the opportunity to engage with individuals who sit on both sides of the table.” 

Contracts Manager, Renewable Energy Systems

“This course provides a comprehensive introduction to key contract terms for people new to the process, and materials and information for those with experience as well. Contract positions are presented from both the Owner/Client and Contractor perspectives, and the presenters are open to questions and discussions.” 

Contracts Manager, Renewable Energy Systems

“Great refresher on EPC contracting, with updates on the latest and greatest in the industry. Instructors are very knowledgeable. Overall enjoyed attending the course.” 

– Shell

“Industry expertise, from industry experts.” 

– AES Clean Energy

“All topics were very interesting and full of actual information. Great!” 

– CMI Capital

“The EUCI training team held a deep understanding of the industry and program materials. Expert.”

Supply Chain Manager, NY Transco

Engineering, procurement and construction contracts (EPC contracts) are utilized for the development of power and energy projects. These types of contracts set forth the duties, obligations, and responsibilities of the parties, define the scope of work, allocate risk among the parties, and define the financial obligations and entitlements of the parties.

Understanding the provisions, mechanisms, and concepts regularly utilized in an EPC contract is critical to successfully developing a project from inception to commercial operation. 

This course analyzes utility EPC contracts and their provisions, techniques, and principles. Join us to build a stronger understanding of the structure and strategy behind EPC contracts and come away better equipped to support successful project delivery in the power and energy sectors.

Learning Outcomes

Attendees will receive instruction and cover materials that will allow them to: 

  • Review the contents of an EPC contract, including:
    • provisions relating to the EPC contractor’s obligations
    • standards of performance
    • price and payment
    • the owner’s obligations
    • mechanical completion
    • substantial completion
    • final completion
    • performance testing
    • performance guarantees
    • liability and damages
    • delay liquidated damages
    • performance liquidated damages
    • limitation of liability provisions
    • warranties
    • force majeure
    • delay
    • scope changes
    • indemnification
    • insurance
    • termination and default
    • confidential information
    • dispute resolution 
  • Discuss best practices for negotiating and drafting an EPC contract for a power and energy project 
  • Anticipate problem areas and potential claims and techniques for avoiding them 

Register

REGISTER NOW FOR THIS EVENT:

Individual attendee(s)$ 1395.00 each(early bird rate)
(price after August 21, 2026 is $ 1,595.00)
Volume pricing also available

Individual attendee tickets can be mixed with ticket packs for complete flexibility

Pack of 5 attendees$ 5,930.00 (15% discount)(early bird rate)
(price after August 21, 2026 is $ 6,780.00)
Pack of 10 attendees$ 11,160.00 (20% discount)(early bird rate)
(price after August 21, 2026 is $ 12,760.00)
Pack of 20 attendees$ 20,925.00 (25% discount)(early bird rate)
(price after August 21, 2026 is $ 23,925.00)

Your registration may be transferred to a member of your organization up to 24 hours in advance of the event. Cancellations must be received on or before July 31, 2026 in order to be refunded and will be subject to a US $195.00 processing fee per registrant. No refunds will be made after this date. Cancellations received after this date will create a credit of the tuition (less processing fee) good toward any other EUCI event. This credit will be good for six months from the cancellation date. In the event of non-attendance, all registration fees will be forfeited. In case of conference cancellation, EUCIs liability is limited to refund of the event registration fee only. For more information regarding administrative policies, such as complaints and refunds, please contact our offices at 303-770-8800

Day one

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Day two

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Agenda

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Denver, CO

Registration and Catered Breakfast

8:00 AM

Group Luncheon

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Adjourn for the day

5:00 PM

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Registration and Catered Breakfast

12:00 - 1:00 PM

Group Luncheon

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Course Timing

EPC Contracts and Power & Energy Projects

  • What are they and why are they used?
  • Overview of a typical EPC contract

Anatomy of an EPC Contract for a Power & Energy Project

  • The EPC Contractor’s obligations
  • Standards of performance
  • Price and payment
  • The Owner’s obligations
  • Mechanical completion, substantial completion, and final completion
  • Performance testing and performance guarantees
  • Liability and damages, delay liquidated damages, and performance liquidated damages
  • Limitation of liability provisions
  • Warranties
  • Force majeure
  • Delay
  • Scope changes
  • Indemnification
  • Insurance
  • Termination and default
  • Confidential information
  • Dispute resolution

Agenda

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Denver, CO

Catered Breakfast

8:00 AM

Adjourn for the day

12:00 PM

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

Catered Breakfast

8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Course Timing

Negotiating EPC Contracts for Power & Energy Projects

  • Best practices and practical approaches

Avoiding and Managing Claims

  • Common claims and their causes
  • Best practices for avoiding and managing claims and disputes
  • Navigating the disputes process

Instructors

Judah Lifschitz

Partner

Barclay Damon LLP

As a seasoned trial attorney, Judah has tried cases to verdict across the country in virtually every type of adjudicative forum and is an accomplished appellate advocate, having argued appeals in many federal and state appellate courts. Judah serves as co-chair of Barclay Damon's Power & Energy Construction and Construction & Surety Practice Areas. Having won one of the largest liquidated damages awards in the history of the construction industry, Judah has extensive experience in construction-related matters, including power and energy construction matters in which he represents clients in EPC contracts and disputes. As noted by one client in Chambers and Partners, "Judd has a wealth of experience in complex construction matters. He is intellectually curious and a fierce yet professional advocate. Judd's knowledge of procedure and substance are hard to match." He represents governmental and private owners and regional, national, and international contractors, construction managers, subcontractors, design professionals, sureties, and insurance companies in disputes, trials, ADR proceedings, and negotiations. Representing clients in complex commercial litigation, Judah has a wealth of experience in every aspect of trial practice, including shareholder and partnership disputes, real estate matters, contract disputes, civil RICO, and general commercial disputes. Additionally, he has represented clients in civil fraud investigations and brings extensive experience to his clients in government procurement issues. Judah's clients represent a variety of industries, including construction, power and energy, aerospace, electronics, manufacturing, shipbuilding, and technology. 

Laura Fraher

Partner

Barclay Damon LLP

Laura serves as co-chair of Barclay Damon's Power & Energy Construction Practice Area. With over two decades of commercial litigation experience, she focuses her practice on complex commercial and construction litigation, including power and energy construction matters. Laura is a seasoned litigator, having represented clients in state and federal courts, in arbitrations, and at the appellate level. She has represented owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and construction managers in a wide variety of complex construction litigation. Recognizing that litigation is rarely the best use of a client's time and resources, Laura prioritizes guiding clients to early dispute resolution and supports them at all stages of the dispute process. In addition to her litigation practice, Laura has extensive transactional experience. She drafts, negotiates, and provides strategic advice to clients regarding construction contracts for large-scale projects, including commercial, residential, and EPC contracts for power plant and industrial facility projects. Prior to joining Barclay Damon, Laura was a litigator at a highly regarded Washington DC–based boutique construction litigation firm and two leading New York law firms and was a federal law clerk.

Location

EUCI Conference Center
6400 S Fiddlers Green Cir.
Greenwood Village CO, 80111

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Continuing Education Credits

IACET

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EUCI is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training.

EUCI is authorized by IACET to offer 1.1 CEUs for this event

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Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must sign in/out each day and be in attendance for the entirety of the course to be eligible for continuing education credit.

Instructional Methods

PowerPoint presentations, interactive group discussion, and case studies will be used during this course. 

CPE

Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Course CPE Credits: 13.0
There is no prerequisite for this Course.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

CpeEUCI is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its web site: www.nasbaregistry.org

CLE

Only registered attendees can request CLE credits for an EUCI course/event. Please email [email protected] prior to the course start date and list the state where you are licensed and your bar# as well as the name and date of your course/event in your request, and someone will be in contact.