Getting the best out of: the Consultant Team

Overview

This course provides an overview of the key members of the typical consultant team used in affordable housing developments and regeneration, their roles and responsibilities, and how the RP’s project manager can lead them effectively.

Target Audience

This course is suitable for Development and Regeneration staff  within Registered Providers and others with responsibility for managing and coordinating teams of consultants engaged in delivering successful projects.

Entry or Pre-course Requirements

This course is designed to follow on from Intermediate Development. It is preferable, although not essential, that delegates should either have attended that course or have an equivalent level of knowledge of building contracts.

It is helpful if delegates have a good understanding of professional project management tools and techniques, such as provided by Introductory Certificate in Project Management.

Recommended Reading

Delegates will receive a comprehensive handout with this course.

Related Courses

Intermediate Development

Introductory Certificate in Project Management

Getting the best out of: The Design Team

Getting the best out of: Valuers

Course Plan

This course covers the following subject areas which are addressed:

• Welcome;
• Key consultants for different procurement routes;
• Consultant roles and responsibilities;
• Consultant/contractor interface;
• Selecting and appointing consultants;
• Managing consultants successfully.