1. PROJECT MANAGEMENT TASK
Professions involved in this project:
1) Contractor
2) Architect
3) Landscape architect
4) Quantity surveyor
5) Civil and Structural Engineer
6) Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
7) Supplier
Contractor
Contractors are responsible for overseeing construction on both new and old
buildings and structures. A contractor helps to organize and manage all aspects of
a building site. The job requires someone who is detail-oriented and who enjoys
working on construction sites but may not be enthusiastic about rewiring cables or
rerouting plumbing themselves. The primary duty of the contractors is to complete a
building project on time and within a budget. Contractors don’t usually do any of
the heavy lifting on a construction site themselves, but they monitor subcontractor
team who are doing the work.
Architect
An architect is hired by a client to produce detailed designs of a concept or idea
that the client wants to bring to reality. He needs to comply with building and safety
regulation, local planning regulations and restrictions depending on the project,
there may be laws surrounding the preservation of the local environment or any
historic parts of a building. Regular client meetings are important to establish
requirements and discuss detailed design proposals, or heading up the team of
professionals who will work on this stage of the project including engineers, designers
and financiers.
During the documentation phase, the responsibilities are to design, produce
detailed drawings and test the feasibility of the design using technology such as
CAD. Architects need to consider about client’s requirements, budge and
2. regulations. Once the design documents are completed, there are then a second
set of documents that need to be produced. This second set of documents is the
construction documents, which translate the design into instructions and technical
specifications for contractors and construction experts to refer.
When the project reaches the construction stage, the architects need to be
involved in site visits and meetings, overseeing the construction and signing off on
various pieces of work, negotiating with contractors and dealing with and resolving
any problem that arises.
Landscape architect
Before construction, landscape architects need to do research on the project
including overseeing the design of a variety of projects, including urban
regeneration schemes, pedestrian schemes, road or retail schemes, and maintaining
the character of sites of natural beauty. Landscape architects will conduct
preliminary studies of the site including contours, soil, ecology, building, roads. Then,
they establish general landscape requirements with clients, assessing a site which
has potential to meet the client’s specifications. They also need to carry out
environment impact assessment. Landscape architects need to seek and take into
account the views of local residents, potential users, and parties with a vested
interest in the project. Then, landscape architects will prepare and present detailed
plans accurately and conduct preliminary studies of the site. Landscape architects
must match the client’s wishes with their knowledge of what will work best.
Landscape architect also needs to contact and coordinate manufacturers and
suppliers for supply materials for building the landscape. They will do site visit and
ensure can be done before the deadline. He also needs to communicate and
cooperate with other professionals on the project.
When the construction begins, landscape architects need to monitor and check
work on-site authorizing payment once work has been completed.
After the construction, landscape architects should provide ways to maintain the
landscape for the clients. It should be able to maintain the function and project
3. goals. The maintenance tasks include fertilizing, weed control, mowing, trimming
and watering the plants on a regular basis.
Quantity Surveyor
A quantity surveyor (QS) manages all costs relating to building and civil engineering
projects, from initial calculations to the final figures. They may also be refer as a
construction cost consultant or commercial managrer. QS seeks to minimize the
costs of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required
standards and quality. Many of these are specified by statutory building regulations,
which the surveyor needs to understand and adhere to. A QS may work for either
the client or the contractor, working in an office or on site. If a QS work for a client,
they will ensure that the costing is right and advise the client on costing. If a QS work
for a contractor, they will ensure that the client is paying the right amount to the
contractor and protect the rights of the contractor. They are involved in a project
from the start, preparing estimation and costs of the work. When the project is in
progress, quantity surveyors keep track of any variations to the contract that may
affect costs and create reports to show profitability.
Civil & Structural Engineer
Structural engineers design the structure of the building, and choose the type of
materials to be use in the construction. They make sure that buildings and structures
are safe and capable of withstanding the elements to which they will be exposed.
The key task of a C&S engineer includes preparing reports, designs and drawing;
make calculations about loads and stresses, providing technical advice. Unlike
architects, who must focus on the appearance, shape, size and use of the building,
structural engineers must solve technical problems – and help the architect achieve
his or her vision for the project. Civil & Structural Engineer has responsible in
calculating the loads and stresses the construction will have to safely withstand.
Before work can begin, structural engineers are involved in the site analysis to
determine the suitability of the earth for the requirements of the upcoming project.
4. Structural engineers will be required to co-ordinate and consult each other with
other members involve in the project, including engineers, environmental scientists,
architects and landscape architects. They may also be required to assist
government bodies in their own inspections relating to the project. Structural
engineers are often responsible for the organization and delivery of materials and
equipment for the needs of the construction project. The supervision and
management of on-site labor may also be a necessity.
Mechanical & Electrical Engineering
Mechanical engineers apply the principles of engineering, physics and material
science for the design, analysis, manufacturing and maintenance of mechanical
systems. They work on a project from the initial brief, through the design and
development stage to the testing phase and following the project through right up
implementation, right down to producing details of specification and outline designs.
Mechanical and electrical engineers need to discuss and cooperate with architects
and produce an electrical plan. During construction, the engineers need to monitor
the installation process. After the construction, mechanical and electrical engineers
are also responsible on the maintenance for a certain time limit (2-3 years).
Supplier
A supplier is a supply chain that provides goods or services to a company or
individuals. Supplier will supply materials to the on going construction. Supplier also
needs to ensure the quality of the materials. A supplier manufactures inventoriable
items, and sell those items. Supplier also needs to ensure the installation of the
materials and equipment goes smoothly. Supplier also sometimes recognize as a
subcontractor because of their large contributions to a project.
