Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to coordinate the construction or renovation of facilities. It requires the ability to use appropriate consultative processes to determine requirements and to develop, monitor and finalise a construction plan. The unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons working in the property industry, including in the real estate, business broking, stock and station agency and property operations and development sectors, in those States and Territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency supports the work of those involved in coordinating the construction or renovation of facilities. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Prerequisite units |
Nil |
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
The required outcomes described in this unit of competency contain applicable facets of employability skills. The Employability Skills Summary of the qualification in which this unit of competency is packaged, will assist in identifying employability skills requirements. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1 Determine construction or renovation requirements . |
1.1 Construction drawings are reviewed and confirmed with relevant people according to project requirements. 1.2 Consultative processes are used to negotiate and confirm construction requirements with contracted parties according to organisational requirements . 1.3 Site access and specific site requirements are identified and appropriate arrangements are made as required according to client, organisational and legislative requirements . 1.4 Construction plan is prepared, including contingencies to ensure contract and organisational requirements are met. |
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2 Organise resources and support processes . |
2.1 Provision of financial, physical and human resources is planned according to client and organisational requirements. 2.2 Construction strategies, objectives and time lines are negotiated and agreed in consultation with client and relevant people. 2.3 Monitoring and reporting arrangements for construction activities are established and documented according to organisational requirements. 2.4 Relevant approvals are obtained within the designated timeframe according to legislative and organisational requirements. |
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3 Arrange contractors and consultants . |
3.1 Contractors and consultants are arranged to undertake construction according to legislative and organisational requirements. 3.2 Tendering and selection methods are chosen to meet client, organisational procurement guidelines and legislative requirements. 3.3 Contracted services are provided that are relevant to the construction work to be undertaken and client requirements. 3.4 Documentation regarding reporting arrangements and deliverables is finalised according to organisational and legislative requirements. |
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4 Monitor construction or renovation process . |
4.1 Construction or renovation is monitored against construction plan to ensure completion occurs within designated timeframes. 4.2 Factors affecting achievement of scheduled work are identified and required variations to schedules are negotiated and agreed with relevant people. 4.3 Established communication channels and processes are used to ensure an accurate exchange of information throughout operations. 4.4 Situations requiring specialist advice are identified and appropriate support is sought as required. |
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5 Finalise construction or renovation process . |
5.1 Notification of completed construction is received and checked against client and organisational requirements. 5.2 Inspection is arranged to confirm facilities are fully operational and meet required specifications and industry standards. 5.3 Information is securely maintained with due regard to client confidentiality, and legislative and organisational requirements. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required skills :
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Required knowledge and understanding :
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed through practical demonstration of coordinating the construction or renovation of facilities. Targeted written (including alternative formats where necessary) or verbal questioning to assess the candidate's underpinning knowledge would provide additional supporting evidence of competence. The demonstration and questioning would include collecting evidence of the candidate's knowledge and application of ethical standards and relevant federal, and state or territory legislation and regulations. This assessment may be carried out in a simulated or workplace environment. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Resource implications for assessment include:
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required. Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed. |
Validity and sufficiency of evidence require that:
In all cases activity and must include evidence relating to each of the where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Questioning will be undertaken in such a manner as is appropriate to the language and literacy levels of the candidate and any cultural issues that may affect responses to the questions, and will reflect the requirements of the competency and the work being performed. |
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT
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. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Construction may include: |
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Construction drawings may include: |
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Relevant people may include: |
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Project may involve: |
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Consultative processes may include: |
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Contracted parties may include: |
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Organisational requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Site access and specific site requirements may relate to: |
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Legislative requirements may be outlined and reflected in: |
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Contingencies may include: |
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Contractors may include: |
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Tendering and selection methods may include: |
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Documentation may include: |
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Communication channels may include: |
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Specialist advice may be sought from: |
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Notification may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Property development, sales and management |
Competency field
Competency field |
Property operations and development |