The Importance of a Project Manager An effective project manager is vital to the success of a project. The expansion and growth of the construction industry in Ireland over the past few years has led to the increased demand for competent project managers to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and
Introduction When designing and constructing multi-storey residential or commercial buildings, ground-floor retail units are sometimes an afterthought. This is predominantly due to uses of the upper floors taking precedence from a design, financial and size point of view e.g. residential and office space. Tenants will typically conduct feasibility reviews of several potential units at
The project scope is a core part of project planning, and it is the base to achieve the overall project’s success by determining and documenting a list of specific project goals, deliverables, tasks, costs and deadlines. It explains the boundaries of the project, establishes responsibilities for each team member and sets up procedures for how
Services provided: Project management, employer representative, design engineer, and PSDP. Asset: Our client’s greenfield site was due to be sold for future development in a thriving business park in Cork. The 7-acre site (approx), offered considerable potential to prospective buyers. Japanese Knotweed has the potential to lead to an offence under the European Communities (Birds
ORS is currently working with Meath County Council to inspect 1,200 rented properties. The properties are being inspected to ensure compliance with The Minimum Standards in Rented Accommodation 2017 guidelines (S.I 17/2017). The key inspection areas include: Structural condition Fire safety Ventilation Gas, oil and electrical installations Heating facilities In relation to rental accommodation, typical inspections on behalf of County Councils and private landlords include conditions surveys in three specific areas: Window restrictors: Where a window
All projects simply begin as an idea. An “idea” is a rough notion in our head about something we like or want to do. As an idea is developed, it goes through a fine-tuning process which results in a final form known as a “concept”. Many concepts will never be developed, while some will. A
Risks and opportunities are present in all projects. Risks are classified as negative effects and opportunities are seen as positive. Risks should be identified at the earliest possible stage of a project. A risk plan and risk matrix are important inputs for a project management plan. The risk matrix assesses the probability and impact of
Stakeholder Analysis at ORS At ORS, we recognise the importance of understanding a client’s needs and project objectives. Our competitive advantage is the ability to offer clients a comprehensive multi-disciplinary service within one organisation. Our ability to take a project management led approach to delivering and meeting the client’s objectives and requirements requires us understand
The Role of a Project Manager in Construction The life cycle of a construction project begins with the development of the strategy. The role of the Project Manager is to represent the client throughout all phases of the project. It carries through to vetting and selecting suitable design and sub-consultant partners which involves designing and
ORS were appointed by IDA Ireland as project managers to prepare a tender for Civil Engineering Works at an existing greenfield site at IDA lands, Carrick on Shannon, Co. Leitrim. Works include the construction of new 330m of new road network including the provision of Storm & Foul Drainage, Watermain Services, Eircom Services and Public