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Manage a civil works project

Manage a civil works project

Unit of competency
National Code
LGAWORK404A
State Code
C7842
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
23/10/2012
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
23/10/2012
Nominal Hours
70
Description
This unit covers managing a civil works project within council areas. The unit addresses all aspects of planning, implementing and monitoring a civil works project through to completion, including the documentation required to support the project.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Evaluate and assess the project
  • 1.1 A site evaluation is organised and undertaken to determine scope of project.
  • 1.2 Work scope, desired outcomes and key dates are identified and recorded according to relevant legislation and standards .
  • 1.3 Required resources are identified and their availability is determined.
2 Plan and document the project
  • 2.1 Tasks associated with the project are identified and documented.
  • 2.2 The preparation of technical specifications is coordinated and managed to completion within the required time frame.
  • 2.3 An overview plan is prepared, distributed and reviewed by key stakeholders.
  • 2.4 Contingency plans are developed to ensure that delays in completing the project are addressed as early as possible.
  • 2.5 Effective and efficient communication strategies are developed and documented to meet the needs of project stakeholders and service providers.
3 Prepare for project implementation
  • 3.1 A workforce with required numbers and skills is established and fully briefed as to job requirements and planned time frame.
  • 3.2 Priorities are organised to ensure agreed time frame is met.
  • 3.3 Resources are ordered and arrangements are initiated to ensure delivery to site in accordance with planned time frame.
  • 3.4 Project plan and schedule are drawn up, reviewed and amended where necessary.
4 Implement the project plan
  • 4.1 A workforce with required numbers and skills is established and fully briefed as to job requirements and planned time frame.
  • 4.2 Priorities are organised to ensure agreed time frame is met.
  • 4.3 Resources are ordered and arrangements are initiated to ensure delivery to site in accordance with planned time frame.
  • 4.4 Project plan and schedule are drawn up, reviewed and amended where necessary.
5 Monitor the project
  • 5.1 Project is regularly reviewed against project plan in relation to safety, quality, resources, time frames, costs and equipment.
  • 5.2 Deviations from the project plan are identified and actions are taken to recover original project program.
  • 5.3 Deviations from original program requirements are reported to the appropriate personnel and direction is sought where necessary.
6 Complete documentation
  • 6.1 Quality assurance documents and reports are provided in accordance with statutory, organisation or site requirements.
  • 6.2 Plant and maintenance records are maintained in accordance with occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements.
  • 6.3 Project completion is reviewed against the established plan and opportunities for future improvement are established and documented.
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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Relevant legislation and standards may include:
OHS
quality assurance, including relevant Australian standards
environmental legislation
council regulations and by-laws
Resources may include:
materials
plant
equipment, including specialist equipment
tools
finances
specialist contractors and personnel
Contingency plans may need to consider:
weather changes
worker injuries or illnesses
worker absences
supply breakdowns
machinery failures
Documentation may include:
job cards
budgets
cost centres
check sheets
safety rule procedures
plant records
drawings
quality assurance procedures and documentation
maintenance procedures
codes of practice
contract specifications
Communication strategies may include:
regular meetings with clients
regular meetings with field staff
Service providers may include:
internal staff
contractors
contract specialists
Project plans may be drawn using:
Gantt charts
PERT charts
Overview of assessment requirements
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit will be able to perform the outcomes described in the Elements to the required performance level detailed in the Performance Criteria. The knowledge and skill requirements described in the Range Statement must also be demonstrated. For example, knowledge of the legislative framework and safe work practices that underpin the performance of the unit must be demonstrated.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
The demonstrated ability to:
develop, implement and review detailed and thorough project plans in relation to civil works completed for council
forecast, plan for and manage contingencies to ensure project outcomes are met within agreed time frames
document accurately all project details according to legislative requirements and council standards
ensure compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements including observance of OHS legislation
Context of assessment
Competency is demonstrated by performance of all stated criteria, with particular attention to the critical aspects of evidence and the knowledge and skills elaborated in the Evidence Guide, and within the scope of the Range Statement.
Assessment must take account of the endorsed Assessment Guidelines in the Local Government Training Package.
Assessment of the performance requirements in this unit should be undertaken in an actual workplace or simulated environment.
Assessment should reinforce the integration of the key competencies for the particular AQF level. Refer to the key competency levels at the end of this unit.
Relationship to other units (prerequisite or co-requisite units)
To enable holistic assessment this unit may be assessed with other units that form part of the job role.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of the learner performing a range of workplace tasks over sufficient time to demonstrate handling of a range of contingencies
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documentation
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of self-paced learning materials including personal reflection and feedback from trainer, coach or supervisor
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
Evidence should be collected over a set period of time that is sufficient to include an appropriate range and variety of situations.
Resource implications
The learner and trainer should have access to appropriate documentation and resources normally used in the workplace.
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