Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed through practical demonstration of coordinating the construction or renovation of facilities. Targeted written (including alternative formats where necessary) or verbal questioning to assess the candidate's underpinning knowledge would provide additional supporting evidence of competence. The demonstration and questioning would include collecting evidence of the candidate's knowledge and application of ethical standards and relevant federal, and state or territory legislation and regulations. This assessment may be carried out in a simulated or workplace environment.

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

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:

arranging inspections and preparing and collating documentation relating to finalisation of contract requirements using business technology

determining construction requirements and developing a construction plan through research and consultation

knowledge of organisation's practices, ethical standards and legislative requirements associated with coordinating the construction or renovation of facilities

making available appropriate resources to support the construction process

monitoring construction processes using project management methodologies and developing and communicating appropriate contingency plans

negotiating variations and adjustments to work schedules

preparing selection schedule and criteria for contractors and arranging people to be involved in the contract process by following organisational procurement procedures.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Resource implications for assessment include:

a registered provider of assessment services

assessment materials and tools

candidate special requirements

competency standards

cost and time considerations

suitable assessment venue and equipment

workplace documentation.

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.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence require that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice with a decision of competence only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's competence

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence

where assessment is for the purpose of recognition (RCC/RPL), the evidence provided will need to be current and show that it represents competency demonstrated over a period of time

assessment can be through simulated project-based elements in this unit.

In all cases activity and must include evidence relating to each of the where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed.

This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required skills:

communication skills to negotiate client requirements, variations and adjustments to construction processes

computing skills to access the internet and web pages, prepare and complete online forms, lodge electronic documents and search online databases

decision making skills to select appropriate contractual arrangements and determine appropriate procurement options

interpersonal skills to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and varying physical and mental abilities

literacy skills to interpret written and oral information and complete documentation

organisational skills to plan and arrange construction or renovation work, schedule and meet time lines and client requirements, and manage risk

research skills to source information and resource requirements

technical skills to schedule tasks, report outcomes and design monitoring systems and processes.

Required knowledge and understanding:

building construction practices, principles and processes

building control legislation, codes and relevant Australian standards

contract law applied to building contracts

implications of warranties, guarantees and exclusions

limitations of work role, responsibility and professional abilities

project planning and scheduling

regulations and legislation affecting property investments

relevant federal and state or territory legislation and local government regulations related to:

anti-discrimination

consumer protection

environmental issues

equal employment opportunity (EEO)

financial probity

franchise and business structures

industrial relations

OHS

privacy

property sales, leasing and management

roles and capabilities of contractors and consultants

whole of life costing and price-quality relationship issues.

Construction may include:

construct only

cost plus

design and construct

involvement of more than one builder

use of fixed price.

Construction drawings may include:

detail drawings

detailed architect drawings

engineers' drawings

specifications

working drawings.

Relevant people may include:

agents

clients

colleagues

engineers and technicians

government agencies

installers

investors

legal representatives

OHS representatives

members of industry associations

property owners

subcontractors

technical experts

tenants.

Project may involve:

creation of an asset

fitting out of new structures

modification of existing structures.

Consultative processes may include:

face-to-face meetings

telephone, facsimile and written communication.

Contracted parties may include:

builders

financial institutions

investors

other special consultants

project managers

subcontractors.

Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in:

access and equity principles and practice guidelines

business and performance plans

complaint and dispute resolution procedures

goals, objectives, plans, systems and processes

legal and ethical requirements and codes of practice

mission statements and strategic plans

OHS policies, procedures and programs

policies and procedures in relation to client service

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

quality assurance and procedure manuals.

Site access and specific site requirements may relate to:

access codes, keys, passes and security clearances

access points and time of access

building codes and regulations

environmental issues

heritage listings

noise control

OHS requirements

union requirements.

Legislative requirements may be outlined and reflected in:

Australian standards

general duty of care to clients

home building requirements

privacy requirements

relevant federal, and state or territory legislation that affects organisational operation, including:

anti-discrimination and diversity

environmental issues

EEO

industrial relations

OHS

relevant industry codes of practice covering the market sector and industry, financial transactions, taxation, environment, construction, land use, native title, zoning, utilities use (water, gas and electricity), and contract or common law

strata, community and company titles

tenancy agreements

trade practices laws and guidelines.

Contingencies may include:

budget constraints

building delays

competing work demands of contractors and consultants

environmental factors, such as time and weather

industrial disputes

non-availability of resources and materials

public holidays and shut-down periods

equipment and technology breakdown

unforeseen incidents

variations in market conditions

workplace hazards, risks and controls.

Contractors may include:

multiple builders

one builder

service providers.

Tendering and selection methods may include:

advertisement

compulsory competitive tender

direct appointment

open quotation

public tender

register of consultants

selective tender.

Documentation may include:

certification, including inspection certificates

contracts

costings, receipts and invoices

handover documentation

logs of equipment and system problems or faults

operational checks and maintenance conducted

planning permits

progress reports

property leases, plans or contracts

schedules

warranty conditions and allowances.

Communication channels may include:

direct line supervision paths

lateral supervision paths

organisational communication protocols and procedures

organisational networks.

Specialist advice may be sought from:

architects

bankers and financiers

builders

business consultants

government officials

investment consultants

members of industry associations

planners

real estate agents

solicitors

subcontractors

technical experts

valuers.

Notification may include:

certificate of occupancy

certification

handover documentation.