The document outlines the various roles involved in construction projects including architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers, and more. Architects design building structures and oversee the construction process. Engineers design building systems and structure. Quantity surveyors advise on costs. Project managers organize and monitor projects to represent client interests. Other roles include estimators, planners, construction managers, buyers, surveyors, and various types of civil engineers. The document provides details on the responsibilities of each role.
2. Architect
Designs building structures
? Meets and negotiates with client
? Prepares drawings and specifications
? Obtains planning permission
? Prepares legal documents
? Chooses building materials
? Plans the construction process
? Advises on the selection of, and will liaise with
the construction team
? Inspects work
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4. Structural Engineer
? Calculate the loading and moments for a structure
? Design the form for a structure
? Determine the most appropriate materials
6. Quantity Surveyor
? Advising on the economic viability of a project
? Providing detailed information on costs for labour,
plant and materials
? Managing cost and payments
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7. Buyer and Estimator
? Ascertaining quotations for work (from Sub-
contractors) and materials and delivery times (from
suppliers)
? Pricing the architects design
? Estimating costs
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8. Project Planner
? Working with estimator to to establish working
methods and costs
? Planning the most effective use of time, people and
machines
? Schedule events
? Monitoring progress
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11. Building Surveyor
? Organising and carrying out structural surveys
? Negotiating with regard legal matters i.e problems
with neighbours, local authorities, leases
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12. Facilities Manager
? Plans the organisation of the buildings interior
? Organises renovations and office moves
? Organises maintenance
? Ensures all IT, phone and security systems are effective
? Responsible for the cleaning and upkeep of the
building
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