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Select and manage building and construction contractors

Select and manage building and construction contractors

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC5005
State Code
OCP23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/06/2021
Field of Education
040303 - Building Construction Management
Original Release Date
01/06/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and manage building and construction contractors. It includes identifying and quantifying project resource needs and engaging with contractors to determine contract conditions and evaluating their performance.This unit of competency applies to builders and senior managers within building and construction firms and other construction industry personnel who engage and manage various contractors with diverse occupations. Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model Code of Practice for Construction Work is required for any person who is to carry out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.Licensing, regulatory or registration requirements apply to this unit of competency in some jurisdictions. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm these requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine subcontractor requirements.
  • 1.1 Assess subcontractor resource requirements based on expected operations and reference to the business plan.
  • 1.2 Manage, prioritise and document subcontractor requirements based on expected work sequence and volume.
  • 1.3 Conduct and manage task analyses to identify competences from the nature of the work to be done and organisational structure.
  • 1.4 Determine the type and number of subcontractors and develop a formal subcontractor structure for the project.
  • 1.5 Research industrial relations legislation and contract legal matters to clarify workplace obligations and subcontractor rights that impact on operations.
2 Review subcontractor performance.
  • 2.1 Build an operational profile for each subcontractor from reviewed and identified existing subcontractor areas of expertise.
  • 2.2 Examine existing subcontractor’s previous work profiles and history to gather information on their performance.
  • 2.3 Review subcontractor performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.
  • 2.4 Develop a management plan for each subcontractor to enhance their ability to meet contractual obligations.
3 Establish terms and conditions for subcontractor engagement.
  • 3.1 Develop or review subcontractor terms of engagement and scope of operations to ensure obligations can be met under the contract.
  • 3.2 Review subcontractor terms of engagement and periodically reinforce to ensure conditions are met.
4 Manage the selection and engagement of subcontractors.
  • 4.1 Develop and facilitate subcontractor engagement strategies and processes to meet organisational timelines and contract dates.
  • 4.2 Manage processes for selection and engagement of subcontractors to ensure that equal opportunity principles apply to all applicants.
  • 4.3 Manage subcontractor short-listing and qualification checking to enable the selection and engagement of the most appropriate subcontractor.
  • 4.4 Notify successful and unsuccessful applicants about the outcomes of the selection process.
  • 4.5 Manage and implement processes for commencement, induction and any required pre-engagement training.
5 Evaluate subcontractor performance.
  • 5.1 Develop and manage systems that evaluate subcontractor performance and compliance with contract requirements.
  • 5.2 Collect strategic information regarding subcontractor performance within the collection parameters and terms of confidentiality and security.
  • 5.3 Discuss performance review outcomes with subcontractors on a confidential and equitable basis.
  • 5.4 Introduce and manage feedback and appeal systems to ensure that subcontractors can challenge review outcomes.
  • 5.5 Undertake remedial or disciplinary action against the subcontractor in accordance with organisational policy and operational guidelines where appropriate.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9292 CPCCBC5005A Select and manage building and construction contractors Unit of competency