Description

Subcontracting is a key strategic lever in the execution of business projects. Effective subcontractor management leads to increased performance, flexibility, and quality. This training provides a practical approach to selecting, managing, and evaluating subcontractors, while ensuring legal and contractual compliance. Through case studies and proven tools, participants will learn how to efficiently manage relationships with external partners.

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• Project managers and team leaders.
• Procurement, logistics, or production managers.
• Operational and quality assurance managers.
• Anyone involved in selecting, overseeing, or managing subcontractors.

Prerequisites

• Basic knowledge of project or operational management.

Training objectives

Acquire the core skills needed to select, contract, and supervise subcontractors

Implement performance monitoring, risk management, and evaluation methods

Ensure regulatory compliance and prevent conflicts while building lasting partnerships

Training program

• The Strategic Role of Subcontracting
  • Understanding subcontracting in business project development.
  • Benefits and risks of outsourcing.
  • Real-world examples of strategic subcontracting.
• Selecting the Right Subcontractors
  • Defining project needs and expectations.
  • Key selection criteria: expertise, reliability, timelines, compliance.
  • Assessment and qualification of subcontractor candidates.
• Contractual Framework
  • Key clauses in subcontracting agreements.
  • Legal risks and how to mitigate them.
  • Creating clear, fair, and enforceable contracts.
• Negotiation & Relationship Building
  • Effective negotiation techniques.
  • Building and maintaining trust with subcontractors.
  • Managing power imbalances and tensions.
• Performance Monitoring & KPIs
  • Designing and using relevant performance indicators.
  • Reporting, dashboards, and audit mechanisms.
  • Managing deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Compliance & Risk Management
  • Legal and regulatory requirements for subcontracting.
  • Compliance documentation and preventive measures.
  • Conducting compliance audits.
• Conflict & Dispute Resolution
  • Identifying and anticipating areas of conflict.
  • Mediation tools and crisis management approaches.
  • End-of-contract reviews and lessons learned.
• Modern Tools for Subcontractor Management
  • Collaborative platforms and digital tools.
  • Agile management of external resources.
  • Case studies: optimizing subcontractor collaboration with tech