What evidence is required to demonstrate competence for this standard as a whole

Competence in managing capital works requires evidence that the planning and management of construction of capital works has been successfully undertaken The skills and knowledge required to manage capital works must be transferable to a range of work environments and contexts For example this could include different enterprises management approaches and capital works projects

What specific knowledge is needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this standard in the workplace to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below

human resource management and policies

capital works specifications and objectives

project management systems

project management tools and techniques

cost schedule control systems

enterprise procurement guidelines

enterprise project management policies

risk management techniques

business and commercial issues

basics of contract law

physical resource management

What specific skills are needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria some complementary skills are required These skills include the ability to

negotiate with contractors and suppliers and internal and external clients

design a strategy to achieve project outcomes and client requirements

monitor evaluate and report on progress of works

resolve disagreements and disputes satisfactorily

analyse project outcomes

evaluate project achievements

What processes should be applied to this competency standard

There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions Some of these are covered by the key competencies although others may be added The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency standard Following each question a number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where not required perform the process perform and administer the process and perform administer and design the process

How can communication of ideas and information be applied

Through plans and specifications for capital works and regular meetings with clients and contractors

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Through documentation of progress of works and contingencies arising

How are activities planned and organised

According to program schedules and work specifications

How can team work be applied

Through liaison between client superintendent and contractors in progressing development works

How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied

Through calculations involved in detailing costs and timelines for programming and evaluating works

How can problemsolving skills be applied

Through dealing with contingencies as they arise in the construction process

How can the use of technology be applied

Through use of computers and communication systems

Are there other competency standards that could be assessed with this one

This competency standard could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function

There is essential information about assessing this competency standard for consistent performance and where and how it may be assessed in the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package All users of these competency standards must have access to the Assessment Guidelines Further advice may also be sought from the relevant sector booklet

What plans may be relevant to this competency standard?

What may be covered under policies and guidelines?

Who may be included under stakeholders?

Who might the client be?