Project roles Flashcards
Client
Client: The primary decision-maker who influences project scope, budget, timeline, and construction methods. They can be private individuals or organizations
Financer
Financer: Provides the necessary funds for the project
Architect
Turn the cliet’s vision into a functional design that complies with regulations, focus on aesthetics, usability, and overall project value.
Project Manager
Manages the overall project, coordinates schedules, and oversees budget, responsible for emergencies during construction
Land Surveyors
Conducts land surveys to establish property boundaries and collect data, produce maps and legal records while complying with regulations
Engineers
Different types of engineers are responsible for ensuring the structural integrity and functionality of the building, create designs that meet safety and performance standards.
Building Services Engineer
Integrates essential systems into the building, focusing on energy efficiency and environmental impact. Ensures that installations meet performance criteria.
Consultants
Provide advisory services on various aspects of the project, including design, legal requirements, budgeting, and risk management.
Contractor
Manages day-to-day construction activities, ensuring compliance with the design and overseeing subcontractors.
Subcontractors
Specialists brought in to perform specific tasks, such as plumbing or electrical work.
Quantity Surveyor (QS)
Provides cost advice, and influences product selection based on value and price. They also engage in feasibility studies and monitor costs throughout the project.
Facilities Management
Ensures that the building’s operational and maintenance needs are met during and after construction. This includes overseeing systems for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Suppliers
Supplies the materials and services necessary for construction, often working with multiple vendors to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness while managing risks and ethical procurement practices.
Building Surveyor
Assesses the condition of the existing structures and ensures compliance with building regulations before, during, and after construction.
Construction Site Inspectors
Oversee on-site activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and design specifications.
Environmental Consultant
Advises on environmental impact assessments and ensures that the project complies with environmental legislation and sustainability goals.
Internal Stakeholders
Clients, architects, engineers, project managers, contractors, quantity surveyors, and facilities management teams.
External Stakeholders
Local authorities, regulatory bodies, residents, and community organizations who may be affected by the construction.
A Facilities Manager
A professional responsible for efficiently managing a building’s operations and services, maintaining infrastructure, overseeing budgets, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Key responsibility of a Facilities Manager
Operations Management, Maintenance Management, Budgeting, Health and Safety Compliance, Space Management, Sustainability, Staff Management, Customer Service, Technology Management.
Key Responsibilities of an Architect
Design Development, Project Planning, Site Analysis, Collaboration, Project Management, Sustainability.
Key Responsibilities of an Engineer
Problem Solving, Research, Budgeting, Collaboration, Design and Development.
Key Responsibilities of a Building Services Engineer
Design, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Budgeting, Quality Assurance.
Key Responsibilities of a Consultants
Expert Advice, Implementation Support, Training, Performance Monitoring.
Key Responsibility of a Building Surveyor
Inspections, Building Regulations, Reports, Cost Estimates, Advice.
Potential stake holders
Client, Local Residents, Local Businesses, Local Schools, End Users, Subcontractors.
