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Manage complex projects

Manage complex projects

Unit of competency
National Code
MSL916005
State Code
AWO59
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/08/2016
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
16/08/2016
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit of competency covers the ability to interpret complex technical briefs, determine project methodologies and resource requirements, establish project plans, manage projects to successful conclusions and evaluate project outcomes.This unit of competency is applicable to senior technical officers and laboratory supervisors working in all industry sectors.While no specific licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication, laboratory operations are governed by relevant legislation, regulations and/or external accreditation requirements. Local requirements should be checked.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Interpret brief and design feasible project plan
  • 1.1 Interpret and confirm project objectives, deliverables, constraints and principal work activities
  • 1.2 Determine resource requirements, including personnel, equipment and materials, and access to operational systems
  • 1.3 Develop a detailed implementation plan for the project outlining methodology, milestones and budget
  • 1.4 Identify roles, responsibilities and required capabilities of project team members
  • 1.5 Analyse project plan and principal work activities to ensure compliance with relevant standards
  • 1.6 Develop risk management strategies and risk management plans to ensure successful and timely outcomes
  • 1.7 Secure project approval
2 Establish and implement approved project plan
  • 2.1 Secure team members and brief them about the project and allocate roles and responsibilities, balancing job roles and skills development opportunities
  • 2.2 Secure necessary equipment, materials and access to operational systems
  • 2.3 Establish communication and reporting mechanisms
  • 2.4 Implement agreed time-management strategies to ensure milestones are met
  • 2.5 Apply agreed quality requirements to measure performance and outcomes
3 Manage project
  • 3.1 Monitor and report progress of activities in relation to the project plan
  • 3.2 Ensure income and expenditure is in line with the agreed project plan and budget
  • 3.3 Work with the team to analyse and diagnose problems and to determine corrective actions
  • 3.4 Make agreed variations to the plan to suit changing situations
  • 3.5 Maintain accurate records and communication with stakeholders and project team members
4 Finalise project
  • 4.1 Ensure project objectives are met and deliverables are provided on time and within budget
  • 4.2 Complete all reporting requirements
5 Evaluate project methodology
  • 5.1 Assess the effectiveness of resource management in delivering project outcomes
  • 5.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of communication processes used throughout the project
  • 5.3 Recommend improvements for future projects
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WA669 MSL916005A Manage complex projects Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAC66 MSL916010 Manage complex projects Unit of competency