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Prepare a project brief

Prepare a project brief

Unit of competency
National Code
ICTPMG503
State Code
AWE09
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
14/01/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/07/2016
Field of Education
080315 - Project Management
Original Release Date
05/07/2016
Nominal Hours
120
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare a brief for realising a telecommunications project, including costing, vendor and technology choices, scheduling and resourcing.It applies to individuals who may work under limited supervision and have responsibility to provide guidance or to delegate aspects of tasks to others.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan project brief
  • 1.1 Contact client to obtain project details and approved network plan
  • 1.2 Assess current network conditions
  • 1.3 Analyse site survey data and geographical information to initiate studies if required
  • 1.4 Assess barriers to plan realisation
  • 1.5 Analyse impact of relevant legislation, codes, regulations and standards on planning processes
2. Develop preliminary project brief
  • 2.1 Develop project specifications, including new technology, according to client requirements
  • 2.2 Draft sketch plan according to enterprise practice for area in question
  • 2.3 Clarify project brief with client as required
  • 2.4 Present final report with option for approval before proceeding with project brief
3. Assess tenders
  • 3.1 Follow process for seeking quotes or issuing tenders for completion of project
  • 3.2 Assess quotes or tenders against project criteria and any proposed variations
  • 3.3 Examine detailed project costing estimates to ensure that budget parameters are attained
  • 3.4 Assess competitive tenders with consideration to meet specified timeframes
  • 3.5 Obtain tender approval from client
4. Monitor contract progress and completion
  • 4.1 Monitor contract activity with progress against specifications
  • 4.2 Establish and maintain regular liaison with project manager and site supervisor
  • 4.3 Discuss contract problems or difficulties with project manager and contractor as required
  • 4.4 Negotiate and implement contract variations
  • 4.5 Prepare project completion advice in conjunction with project manager, installation manager and operational staff
  • 4.6 Undertake quality audit of project and submit any recommendations for improvement according to enterprise procedures
  • 4.7 Prepare final report on project outcomes and achievement
  • 4.8 Present report to client and obtain sign off
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D3387 ICTPMG5031A Prepare a project brief Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCV95 ICTPMG506 Prepare network project briefs Unit of competency