6. Mr V Smith

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal |

SACPCMPCONSTRUCTION MANGEMENT SUMMIT

28 JUNE 2016Victor Smith


Addressing the Construction Management Skills Shortage



The construction management skills shortage in SA has long been established, through research and evidence form the ground and highlighted by the profession, government, employers and media.



The main aim of this breakaway will be to explore these skills in detail and provide proposals on how to integrate them within the pipeline from high school, higher education, recent professionals and established professionals


Discussion Points

• What is construction Management?• Is the Construction Manager Relevant?• Who are the Stakeholders?• Role of Industry• Role of academic institutions


What is Construction Management

As per OFO codes

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates all aspects of construction projects.



Coordinating labour resources, and procurement and delivery of materials, plant and equipment

Overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff and subcontractors

Ensuring adherence to building legislation and standards of performance, quality, cost and safety



Interpreting construction drawings and specifications

Establishing and managing budgets, controlling expenditure and ensuring the efficient use of resources



Preparing tenders and contract bidsArranging building inspections by relevant

authoritiesNegotiating with consultants building owners,

property developers and subcontractors involved in the construction process to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget


Relevance


Stakeholders


Role of Industry


Role of Academic Institutions

Business

6. Mr V Smith