constructionsite Roles in Construction Ron Gatepain

constructionsite 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

constructionsite Building Services Engineer Design, install and maintain system for: Water, heating, electricity, ventilation

constructionsite Structural Engineer Calculate the loading and moments for a structure Design the form for a structure Determine the most appropriate materials

constructionsite Geospatial Engineers Determining subsoil conditions Advising on suitable types of structure

constructionsite Quantity Surveyor Advising on the economic viability of a project Providing detailed information on costs for labour, plant and materials Managing cost and payments

constructionsite Buyer and Estimator Ascertaining quotations for work (from Sub- contractors) and materials and delivery times (from suppliers) Pricing the architects design Estimating costs

constructionsite 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

constructionsite Construction (Site) Manager Establishes the site Controls all work aspects on the site

constructionsite Project Manager Represents the clients interests Organises and monitors the project

constructionsite Building Surveyor Organising and carrying out structural surveys Negotiating with regard legal matters i.e problems with neighbours, local authorities, leases

constructionsite 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

constructionsite Civil Engineer Highway Engineer Transport Engineer Water & Marine Engineer

constructionsite Highway Engineer Design and build roads Sub-soil Drainage Surface Water Visibility splays Street Lighting/traffic lights

constructionsite Transport Engineer Traffic Flow Models One-way systems Gyratory systems Railway engineering

constructionsite Water & Marine Engineer Wharfs Docks Sea defences Dams Reservoirs

constructionsite Selecting a design team Personal contact Reputation Expertise Competitions

constructionsite Members of the design team The Architect The Quantity Surveyor Structural Engineer The Services Engineer