SEM 5 -- Prof. Practice II

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE 2

QSB60904

LECTURED BY: SR. EDDIE LIM SEK CHEON

This module incorporates professional and contractual responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor in the consultancy setup from the inception stage to the final account stage. It highlights the importance of a clear understanding of the organization and contract administration of quantity surveying practices the legal and contractual procedures in relation to built environment. 

I have developed an awareness of the provisions of the Standard Contract forms relatd to valuation and certificates, instructions and variations, dayworks, and final accounts, extension of time and loss and expense. The understanding of administration of construction contracts and the application of particular contract clauses relating to the roles and responsibilities of the parties to the contract especially the Quantity Surveyor. 

Also, I am able to define the roles and responsibilities of the various parties involved in construction contracts in relation to particular clauses in the contract. Ability to explain the various construction contracts, its limitation and constraints and define issues in interpreting the contract clauses of construction contract. Lastly, I have learned the team dynamics, the power of team and teamwork in construction contracts.