CPPBDN8003A
Scope and initiate large and complex building design projects

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to consult with clients to scope and specify the proposed building design project outcomes; identify the required involvement of related professionals (such as surveyors, structural engineers, fire systems designers and mechanical engineers), and finalise the contract with the client that will underpin the work.This will require working with the client to identify and clarify project parameters, such as service-level requirements and vision, preferences and budget for the new building design project. The skills and knowledge to identify the team of staff and related professionals to undertake the work are also addressed.

Application

This unit of competency supports building designers who scope and manage the initiation and planning of design projects for construction Type A buildings as defined within the Building Code of Australia (BCA).


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Refine and finalise client instructions

1.1

Client is consulted to determine the business objectives, nature, size and budget for the building project.

1.2

Role, level of service to be provided, and outcomes required of the building designer by the client are discussed and negotiated.

1.3

Timelines for completion are discussed and finalised.

1.4

Constraints and potential risks associated with the progress of the project are communicated to the client.

1.5

Formal project brief is finalised, documented and agreed with the client.

2

Assemble the project team

2.1

Planning is undertaken to clarify and document the range of skills that will be required to fulfil the project brief within the required timeframe.

2.2

Role and need for professionals and technical experts to contribute to the project are identified.

2.3

Processes to integrate the work of external technical professionals into the overall project are identified and communicated with all parties.

2.4

Internal staff members to participate in the project are identified.

3

Negotiate and finalise costs and contracts

3.1

Costs associated with the completion of the large and complex building design project are researched.

3.2

Project budget is prepared and documented.

3.3

Negotiations are held with the client to finalise the acceptance of the project budget.

3.4

Contracts with related professionals and subcontractors involved in the project are negotiated and finalised.

3.5

Legal and accountancy advice is sought as required.

3.6

Contract between the building designer and client is negotiated and finalised.

4

Finalise project requirements

4.1

Resource requirements to undertake the project are identified and obtained.

4.2

Costs associated with the completion of the large and complex building design project are researched.

4.3

Project budget is prepared and documented.

4.4

Scheduling of work is undertaken within the design practice to meet contractual requirements

Required Skills

Required skills

administration and management skills to:

manage documents

manage time, including planning and prioritising work

analytical and problem-solving skills to:

develop effective approaches to support the building design process

identify appropriate external expertise and subcontractors

research compliance requirements

budgeting and financial management skills

interpersonal skills to:

interact with clients and relevant professionals

network with other professionals to identify and build business relationships

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

communicate at project management level with clients, colleagues and contacts, including writing reports

interpret and apply complex information, including contracts, legislation, regulations, and codes and standards

negotiation skills to conclude contracts

technology skills to use information technology and relevant software

Required knowledge

compliance requirements relating to construction Type A building design projects, including:

Australian standards

BCA deemed-to-satisfy and alternative solution requirements

environmental and sustainability requirements, including:

carbon dioxide reduction techniques, including specification of materials, glues and paints

energy efficiency

fire resistance, including resistance to bushfire attack

legislation

regulatory limitations

contractual requirements and implications for the business

insurance and indemnity requirements

key components of and process for business costings when budgeting for large and complex projects

legal framework relating to contracts and building projects

planning processes

organisational resource requirements to undertake large and complex projects

risk management processes

sources of reliable information on interpretation of compliance requirements

technologies to support integration of work and sharing of information, including building information models (BIM)

Evidence Required

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person should demonstrate the ability to:

negotiate and finalise design briefs for at least two construction Type A projects

negotiate and finalise contracts with clients for at least two construction Type A projects

assemble a project team and develop a project schedule and budget for at least two construction Type A projects.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment of this unit:

must be in the context of the work environment

may be conducted in an off-site context, provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills

must meet relevant compliance requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

access to:

suitable assessment venue and equipment

suitable simulated or real opportunities and resources to demonstrate competence

assessment instruments.

Method of assessment

Assessment for this unit must verify the practical application of the required skills and knowledge, using one or more of the following methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidates required knowledge for the unit

observed, documented and/or firsthand testimonial evidence of the candidates

implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes

identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes

identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes.

Guidance information for assessment

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other units relevant to the job function.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.


Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Constraints and potential risks may include:

difficulties inherent to the site

difficulties associated with the nature or complexity of the project itself

OHS

reliance on gaining input from external professionals in a timely manner

requirement to operate within a complex and rigid regulatory and compliance system

time delays due to the planning process.

Range of skills required may include:

building certification and surveying

civil engineering

financial and budgetary

fire systems design

hydraulic engineering

mechanical services design and engineering

project management

structural engineering

surveying

town planning.

Professionals and technical experts may include:

access consultants

acoustics engineers and professionals

construction contractors

fire systems designers and engineers

landscape designers

lighting specialists

mechanical services engineers

OHS experts

plumbing and drainage professionals

quantity surveyor

service contractors

soil testing or geo-technical engineers and experts

structural engineers

surveyors.

Processes to integrate the work of external technical professionals may include:

team meetings

sharing of paper-based drawings and specifications

sharing and updating of drawings using BIM technology.

Costs may include:

bill of quantities

business administration and management costs

business insurances, including professional indemnity insurance

professional fees to lawyers and accountants

staff salaries and associated on-costs

subcontractor costs, including for a range of professionals and technical expert areas, such as:

engineering

quantity surveying

technology costs.

Large and complex projectsinclude:

construction Type A buildings defined by the BCA, which are projects that are:

of 3 storeys for Class 2, 3 and 9 buildings

of 4 or more storeys for Class 5, 6, 7 and 8 buildings

construction projects, which may be:

new buildings

renovations

conversions

residential

commercial

industrial

public buildings.

Note: It is essential to refer to current BCA documentation to ensure accuracy of definitions and scopes.


Sectors

Building design


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Work in this area must be completed according to relevant legislative, industry and organisational requirements, including occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.

Different states and territories may have regulatory mechanisms that apply to this unit. Users are advised to check for regulatory limitations.