1

Prepare a tender on behalf of the client

1.1

Client is consulted to negotiate the budget and costs to the client for services provided by the building designer.

1.2

Form of building contract is determined appropriate to the size and level of the project being undertaken.

1.3

Client is consulted to determine the budget, timeframe and related parameters for the letting of a tender to complete the construction of the project.

1.4

Client expectations of the role, level of service and project outcomes to be provided by the building designer are discussed and negotiated.

1.5

Tender is prepared that addresses all requirements for the build.

1.6

Legal advice is sought to finalise the preparation of the tender.

1.7

The tender is let with steps put in place to secure a competitive number of responses.

2

Oversee the selection of the contractor

2.1

Tender submissions are reviewed against predetermined evaluation criteria.

2.2

Advice is provided to the client regarding the strengths and weaknesses of the various tender bids.

2.3

Costing advice is sought as required from a quantity surveyor or other professional.

2.4

Professional advice is provided to the client to conclude negotiations with the preferred contractor.

3

Manage the completion of the building project

3.1

Contracted builder is consulted to establish business relationships and processes for monitoring the completion of the construction within the required timeframe.

3.2

Constraints and potential risks of the project are monitored and managed to ensure the best outcomes for the client.

3.3

Routine monitoring of project progress is undertaken to ensure quality and timeliness of the build.

3.4

Clarification of project plans and specifications is provided to the builder as required.

3.5

Changes to plans and specifications are undertaken with the consent of the client as the project progresses.

4

Manage the completion of the contract

4.1

Costs associated with the completion of the project are monitored and reported to the client in a timely manner.

4.2

Progress and other agreed payments are authorised according to the performance requirements of the contract.

4.3

Variations to the contract are proposed as required to the client and negotiated with the builder.

4.4

Disputes or concerns regarding quality, cost or timeliness of project completion are investigated, negotiated and mediated as required.

4.5

Legal, accounting or other professional advice is sought in order to ensure the client’s best interests are protected during the completion of the contract.

4.6

Reporting requirements are met during the conduct of the project.

4.7

Steps to finalise the contract are taken according to contract requirements.

5

Finalise the building project

5.1

Correction of identified building defects is negotiated with the builder.

5.2

Corrective actions to address defects are monitored and reported to the client.

5.3

Final inspection of the building is made and a report prepared for the client.

Required skills

administration and management skills to:

manage documents

manage time, including planning and prioritising work

analytical and problem-solving skills to:

analyse tender responses against set criteria

identify appropriate external expertise and contractors

manage and monitor the conduct of the build and performance against contract requirements

research compliance requirements

budgeting and financial management skills

interpersonal skills to interact with clients and relevant professionals

language, literacy and numeracy skills to:

communicate at a 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 and manage contracts

mediate concerns and disputes regarding project

technology skills to use information technology and relevant software

Required knowledge

building methods and material to:

monitor progress and quality of work

negotiate variations to contract

business processes and requirements, including professional indemnity insurance, required to support contract management

compliance requirements, including:

Australian standards

Building Code of Australia (BCA) deemed-to-satisfy and alternative solution requirements

environmental and sustainability requirements, including:

energy efficiency

fire resistance, including resistance to bushfire attack

Building Acts

legislation

planning restrictions

regulatory limitations

scope of authority and procedures for implementation of:

contract administration

contract management

organisational resource requirements to undertake large and complex projects

regulatory requirements that may limit the contract management role

risk management processes

tender selection processes

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:

develop tender documentation to support at least two different construction Type A projects

evaluate tender submissions for at least two large and complex projects, including one construction Type A project

document the management of at least two contracts.

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.

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.

Budget and costs may include:

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

technology costs.

Role and level of service may include:

authorisation of progress payments

conduct of regular site visits

participation in regular project meetings

management of the entire project

negotiation with builder on behalf of client

performance of defect checks and final acceptance of the build

provision of advice within agreed limits.

Professional advice may include that provided by an:

accountant

lawyer

planning consultant

quantity surveyor.

Constraints and potential risks may include:

defects due to poor workmanship

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 weather, or material or service availability.