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Generate and direct the development of new projects

Generate and direct the development of new projects

Unit of competency
National Code
CPCCBC6002
State Code
OCR23
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
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
160
Description
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to generate and direct the development of new projects in a building and construction organisation involved in either residential or commercial projects.This unit of competency applies to builders, project managers and related construction industry professionals who collate, analyse and synthesise detailed information from a range of sources to create, supervise and control the development of new projects.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.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify potential new projects.
  • 1.1 Examine the organisation's project history to identify projects with successful or above average outcomes for characteristic evaluation.
  • 1.2 Review the property and construction market for available sites and buildings with development potential.
  • 1.3 Monitor new trends in development and construction.
  • 1.4 Analyse available statistical data on possible areas of project development.
  • 1.5 Use network contacts to source businesses requiring new or upgraded facilities.
  • 1.6 Short-list most promising projects and prepare preliminary costings and returns.
2 Formulate development proposals and feasibility studies.
  • 2.1 Review short-listed projects to facilitate selection of preferred options for detailed design work.
  • 2.2 Develop project briefs.
  • 2.3 Review the environmental impact of projects and assess any existing environmental impact statements.
  • 2.4 Carry out feasibility studies on the project's commercial viability and ascertain the capacity to generate income through the various alternatives.
  • 2.5 Generate accurate costings for each proposal.
  • 2.6 Hold discussions with potential clients and investors and explain the benefits and risks of each project.
  • 2.7 Decide to proceed once client and investor agreement is obtained.
3 Negotiate project approvals.
  • 3.1 Submit project plans to relevant authorities to seek their reaction and identify any impediments to project approval.
  • 3.2 Revise project plan to comply with authorities' directives.
  • 3.3 Resubmit plans for formal planning approval as necessary.
4 Obtain project finance.
  • 4.1 Approach finance institutions or investors for financial support.
  • 4.2 Obtain suitable finance package for the project from institutions or investors.
  • 4.3 Identify and approach possible joint partners for the project and determine interest.
5 Manage the commissioning of a project.
  • 5.1 Appoint and retain project consultants.
  • 5.2 Prepare documentation for proposed project, check against the brief and send for formal building approval.
  • 5.3 Complete detailed costing of approved documentation.
  • 5.4 Make modifications to the project to bring it within or under budget if required.
  • 5.5 Make final decision to proceed with the project or defer to a future date.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W9302 CPCCBC6002A Generate and direct the development of new projects Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGC6 CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) Qualification