Project Services - Department of Public Works

Procurement Management

Construction of new buildings is a complex and high risk business. Clients must be able to navigate their way through the professional and technical complexities associated with:-

Establishing project objectives and project briefs to maximise value for money
Selecting and contractually managing a large number of consultants, contractors and sub-contractors
Managing industry scrutiny in regard to probity and transparency in the tendering and selection processes
Competently dealing on a day-to-day basis with building industry suppliers

Project Services has developed procurement management as a unique service for our clients to ensure that risk and probity issues are addressed throughout all project stages. The range of responsibilities addressed under procurement management can be tailored to meet your needs.

In outline, our procurement management encompasses:-

Assistance with establishment of the project brief. This step is perhaps the most crucial component of a project to ensure that the project progresses smoothly and outcomes/objectives are achieved
Identification, analysis and continual monitoring of risks to the project to effectively mitigate and manage the impact of these risks
Management of consultant selection process and engagement
Performance monitoring of consultants/contractors
Identification, assessment and provision of recommendations for the selection of procurement options, contractual options and tender methods
Management of the tender process
Undertaking the audit role throughout the project delivery
Contract administration and performing the role of Superintendent under contract, utilising our experience and expertise to ensure client expectations are met through professional management of construction and delivery
Monitoring and reporting