# Event Details - **Event Name**: [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 am – Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Seminar in Malaysia on commercial management strategies for mega, complex projects, focusing on fast-growing data centers in Southeast Asia.About this Event3 CPD points applied with BOVEAP2 CPD points applied with BQSM3 CPD points applied with RICS5 CCD points applied CIDB.Mega projects are becoming larger, more complex and increasingly exposed to commercial risk. From data centres and critical infrastructure to large-scale mixed-use developments, project teams are being challenged to manage escalating costs, evolving procurement models, contractual complexity and heightened stakeholder expectations while maintaining project performance and profitability.This half-day seminar brings together leading industry practitioners to explore the commercial management strategies required to successfully deliver major projects in today's market. Through expert insights and practical case studies, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of procurement and contract structures, cost and risk management, claims and dispute avoidance, and approaches to maximising value throughout the project lifecycle.Designed for developers, contractors, consultants, investors and commercial leaders, the seminar provides a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, share experiences with peers and gain practical insights that can be applied to some of the region's most challenging projects.Join us to explore how effective commercial management can help organisations navigate complexity, reduce risk and improve outcomes on mega projects across Southeast Asia.Programme8.30am – 9.00am: Registration & Light Refreshments9.00am – 9.10am: Welcome by RICS9.10am – 9.30am:Topic: Contract administration, claims and dispute avoidanceSpeaker: Lynnda Lim, FRICS,Managing Director, REX C Expert and Dispute ServicesThe role of contract administratorHighlight the claim procedure for EOT, VO & Claims in respect of the strict compliance of notice requirement and better particulars which is the crucial key to dispute.Understand the need to avoid dispute through multi-tier dispute resolution clause - negotiation, mediation, expert determination, CIPAA, arbitration / court.Address the management of the risk of dispute9.30am-9.50 amTopic:Paving the way to collaborative contracting in AsiaSpeaker: Carlos Garcia Rodriguez, Data Centre Portfolio Lead, Turner& TownsendCurrent trends ecosystem for data centres in Asia.Collaborative contracting models – a risk-sharing approach.Is multi-prime contracting an option?9.50am – 10.10amTopic: Digitizing Commercial Management for Mega ProjectsSpeaker: Leila Rostom, MRICS, Country Leader – Cambodia, Cova GroupHow digital tools can address cost and risk management deliverables.Using advanced data analytics and BIM-integrated quantity surveying to provide real-time cost certainty on large-scale infrastructure projects.How digital transformation reduces disputes and enhances transparency between developers, consultants, and contractors.10.10am – 10.30am:Topic: Commercial Risk and Disputes in Mega Projects: International LessonsSpeaker:Ms Asya Jamaludin,Partner, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (Singapore) LLPWhat global case studies reveal about where risk actually materialisesChange, delay and supply chain disruption as primary dispute triggersWhy contracting models break down under real project conditionsHow to structure projects to reduce the risk of formal disputes10.30 am-10.50 am:Topic:Technical and Contractual Creep in a Data Centre - Strategies for Schedulers and Contract AdministratorsSpeaker: Edward Lee, MRICS, Partner, Contract Solutions-iFrom a Planner perspectiveFrom a Contractor Administrator perspectiveProgramme & Construction ChallengesDesign Coordination & Change ManagementTesting & Commissioning (T&C)10.50am – 12pm: Panel Discussion and Q&A sessionModerator:Sr Gokulakumar A/L Bala Krishnan, MRICS,Associate, Cost Management,Linesight Sdn Bhd12pm -1pm: Lunch NetworkingPrivacy:Further Terms and Conditions of sale can be found at https://www.rics.org/footer/terms-conditions-of-sale/rics-training-and-events-special-conditionsYou can unsubscribe from RICS emails at any time using the link at the bottom of RICS emails, or by updating your communication choices in your RICS online account - https://myaccount.rics.org/If you have not previously registered your details with RICS, your information will be processed in accordance with our privacy policy - https://www.rics.org/footer/rics-privacy-policyFAQs:Can I update my registration information?Yes, you can update the information on your order by clicking your order on the Tickets page. First, access the account menu, then select "Tickets." Second, select your order. Third, select “Edit” to update your information. Once you’re done, select “Save” to save changes.Reschedule or Cancellation of EventsDue to the nature of events, we may require to reschedule or cancel due to unforeseen circumstances. We will do our best to email all attendees as soon as possible, should this occur. Should a reschedule or cancellation occur, RICS will not be responsible for any costs, damages or expenses (i.e. travel) etc. that you may suffer or incur.Enquiries:Lin Tan at ltan@rics.orgDimple Narvankar at dnaravnkar@rics.orgGold SponsorsCMS is a future‑facing firm with 92 offices in 50 countries and more than 7,200 lawyers worldwide, combining deep local market knowledge with a global perspective to deliver legal solutions grounded in real‑world market dynamics and aligned with global trends. Across Asia Pacific, CMS advises leading developers, contractors, investors and lenders on complex infrastructure, construction and energy projects, supported by multidisciplinary teams that combine transactional, regulatory and disputes expertise. The CMS APAC Infrastructure, Construction & Energy practice supports clients through procurement, contract strategy, project delivery, risk management, and dispute resolution, including international arbitration. The team has advised on some of Asia Pacific’s most complex and high-profile developments and regularly works on major projects across Southeast Asia, including Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines and Malaysia. With extensive experience across transport, energy, utilities, industrial developments, and large scale infrastructure projects, CMS is a trusted partner for organisations seeking clarity, confidence, and practical solutions in a rapidly evolving regional landscape. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/b25274c0-8e67-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w1200-h609-dc486848-gmir.png Contract Solutions I PLT is a multi-disciplinary dispute resolution and construction consultancy practice founded by experienced practitioners from the construction, engineering, and oil & gas industries. The firm comprises engineers, quantity surveyors, construction managers, planners, accountants, and other built environment professionals, many of whom are dual-qualified in law, adjudication, and arbitration. Contract Solutions I PLT provides services in expert opinion and expert witness support, dispute management, litigation support, construction contract advisory, claims assessment, and commercial consulting, as well as training programmes and seminars on construction law and dispute resolution practices. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b2871950-8e67-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w1200-h411-dc486848-gmir.png COVA Group is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy with over 40 years of international experience delivering high-value solutions across the built environment within the Asia-Pacific region. As an operating ISO-certified practice, COVA upholds the highest standards of technical excellence and professional integrity which are also values central to the RICS framework. Our team of Chartered Quantity Surveyors, Registered Engineers and Project Management Professionals brings rigorous and ethics-led expertise across their respective disciplines ensuring transparent governance and accountable delivery. By integrating Engineering with specialist Advisory and Feasibility services, COVA consistently delivers budget-aligned and innovative outcomes across the Residential, Commercial, Industrial and Institutional sectors while creating measurable and lasting value for clients and communities. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/b2bd92a0-8e67-11f1-af5a-17ce4ea54341-rimg-w1200-h360-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg REX C Expert & Dispute Services Sdn BhdREX C Expert & Dispute Services Sdn Bhd was founded by Ms Lynnda Lim and supported by team members of quantity surveyors, construction management, delay analysts, planning and scheduling with technical and law qualifications. REX C specialises in construction dispute resolution and dispute avoidance. REX C provides services for expert, claim and advisory ranging from expert witnesses both in delay and quantum in court and arbitration, the management of dispute proceedings in arbitration and adjudication, provides construction contract solutions in relation to the payment, valuation of work done, variation, extension of time, loss and expense, defects, contract administration and other contractual issues to the employer, main contractors, subcontractors, specialist sub-contractors, suppliers, consultants and end users. REX C, under Ms Lynnda Lim’s leadership also involved in projects in Hong Kong, Australia, the United Kingdom, Singapore, China and other jurisdictions providing contractual advice on contentious and non-contentious contractual matters, arbitration and adjudication. REX C also provides in-house training where the training material is custom-made based on the Client’s needs and expectations. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b2ee66a0-8e67-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w938-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg CIDB https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/b3207320-8e67-11f1-88dc-e3856eb2568f-rimg-w1200-h567-dc486848-gmir.png Supporting organisations:CIOB https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b34f7260-8e67-11f1-af5a-17ce4ea54341-rimg-w1200-h662-dc486848-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b385ebb0-8e67-11f1-af5a-17ce4ea54341-rimg-w1200-h560-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg MBAM https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b39de080-8e67-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w661-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg RISM https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/b3e570d0-8e67-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w524-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/petaling-jaya/malaysiacomplexities-of-commercial-management-in-mega-projects-seminar/100001983928897739 - **Event Categories**: workshops, business, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 130, max: 553, currency: MYR ## Event venue details - **city**: Petaling Jaya - **state**: SL - **country**: Malaysia - **location**: The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM) - **lat**: 3.0785362 - **long**: 101.6180894 - **full address**: The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), 21 Jalan, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/56892c8b3fe9dca639e8811476956908e7e7cc0dc210b970af55ecb492288cfd-rimg-w319-h216-dc332f2b-gmir.jpg?v=1777558936 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar being held? - **A:** [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar takes place on Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 am to Wed, 05 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm at The Institution of Engineers, Malaysia (IEM), 21 Jalan, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. - **Q**: Who is organizing [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar? - **A:** [Malaysia]Complexities of Commercial Management in Mega Projects Seminar is organized by RICS. - **Q**: Who is this event for? 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