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GREGORIO BSCE – 4A
QUIZ #5
1. Make an organizational structure of construction company & identify your key personnel (with emphasis on the technical people ). Define their respective roles in your
construction company.
CEO
Construction Business
Finance Operations Human Resources Engineering
Operations
FINANCE DIRECTOR
Finance leaders in this role need to have experience in construction because of the high level of competition, thin margins, and fast pace of change in the industry. In addition to overseeing
the day-to-day planning, implementing, and managing of all financial-related strategies, a finance director at a construction company is expected to handle these tasks:
Assess organizational performance against both the annual budget and the company’s long-term strategy
Oversee budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with the strategic plan, especially as the organization considers acquisitions and collaborations with external
organizations
Manage the accounting department (or agency) to ensure proper maintenance of all accounting systems and functions
Handle all accounting and administration, team management, cash management, insurance/real estate/legal affairs, and corporate development departments and tasks
Put internal controls in place and ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting
ESTIMATOR
A construction estimator draws up, estimates, and determines the overall costs of a new or existing construction project. They create a list with all the needed materials and write down an
estimated amount necessary to complete the client’s project. Some of its responsibilities includes:
Prepares and estimates budget costs for construction by studying plans and specifications.
Evaluates offers to purchase by site requirements, additions, and costing changes.
Resolves cost differences by analyzing and collecting info.
Writes up and presents budgets, reports, and project plans.
Develops bids for construction projects.
Works closely with architects and other professionals.
Schedules meetings with clients, site managers, and staff.
Navigates and understands building codes.
Processes paperwork and travels to building sites as required.
Monitors construction processes.
Stays up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction.
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Project architects oversee the design and construction of commercial, industrial, and residential building projects. After meeting with clients and stakeholders, project architects create the initial
project design, prepare budgets, and oversee the construction process. Responsibilities includes:
Meeting with clients and stakeholders to discuss construction designs.
Drafting building plans for commercial, industrial, and residential construction projects.
Preparing budgets, material documents, and specification lists for client approval.
Acting as an intermediary between the client and the construction team.
Overseeing building contractors and construction crews.
Visiting the site regularly to ensure construction adheres to state regulations.
Ensuring the project remains on time and within specifications.
Creating progress reports, time schedules, and revised budgets.
Conducting a final inspection after the project is complete.
VP OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS
A VP of Operations, or Vice President of Operations, is responsible for upholding the profitability and values of an organization by leading business operations. Their duties include
consulting with senior leadership personnel to determine business goals or initiatives, visiting with Directors or Department Managers to relay information about company needs and reviewing
operational data to make inferences about their organization’s success. Responsibilities includes:
Leading departments and operations of the company
Budgeting for multiple projects, including monitoring and controlling costs
Work closely with Human Resources to implement and refine company policies and procedures
Guiding, directing and evaluating the work of management and executive team members
Creating and implementing a strategic plan
Leveraging company output to improve ranking in the competitive field
Tackling unforeseen issues and troubleshooting
Representing the company for external and internal events
Monitoring the competitive landscape and attending industry events to stay abreast of new initiatives and ways to stay ahead
Identifying, training and developing leaders within the company and setting them on a path for management
MARKETING MANAGER
This integral position is responsible for leading all activities related to conceptualizing and implementing marketing and communications strategies. Key responsibilities include business
and market development; market research, competitive analysis and planning; strategic direction for promotion and advertising; coordination and execution of projects in coordination with business
development activities; and leading the marketing staff to ensure alignment with company’s strategic goals and mission.
Serves as primary contact for region's marketing efforts, providing support in the area of marketing strategy and management. Partners with Regional leadership and Business
Development to set and lead regional marketing priorities.
Oversees and directs market and competitor analysis programs. Strategizes and creates brand image and awareness programs that are distinctive and highlight ’s value proposition
from the competition utilizing effective marketing communications and public relations programs.
Develops compelling communication (e.g., write sales collateral), customer awareness and education programs (e.g., Trade Shows), which support and sell the organization’s
capabilities and services.
Oversees the Customer Loyalty program for the region. Creates marketing reports that track, measure and analyze performance that includes external customer satisfaction via
effective customer surveys and analysis of internal customer relationship management data and tools.
Ensures all marketing communications are coordinated, support marketing plan objectives and are an effective expenditure of resources.
Develops lead generation programs which maximize the identification of new prospects and sales opportunities.
Provides marketing skills and expertise to by building, developing, managing and mentoring a marketing team capable of executing the organizations marketing strategies and
tactics.
Participates in interview strategy/preparation of potential new business and provides research on topics relevant to markets and clients. Participates in the creation and oversees the
production of winning proposals by collaborating with the Marketing Team, Region Management, Business Development, and Project Managers. Identifies key points for
competitive positioning and ensures accurate and updated information is contained within project proposals.
Oversees the integrity of corporate identity standards in all materials produced by the department and oversees the overall management of the CRM system for the region.
Prudently manages resources within budgetary guidelines according to company policy and within ethical corporate governance guidelines. Manage external vendors as
appropriate.
Demonstrates positively ’s mission, vision, value statements, reputation, code of ethics, standards, policies and procedures internally and throughout the marketplace.
SALES MANAGER
Sales managers lead a sales team by providing guidance, training and mentorship, setting sales quotas and goals, creating sales plans, analyzing data, assigning sales territories and building their
team. Responsibilities:
Create and execute a strategic sales plan that expands our customer base and extends the company's global reach
Meet with potential clients and grow long-lasting relationships that address their needs
Recruit sales representatives, set objectives, train and coach them, and monitor their performance
Identify knowledge gaps within the team and develop plans for filling them
Ensure that company quotas are met by holding daily check-ins with sales team to set objectives and monitor progress
Manage the month-end and year-end close processes
SITE ENGINEER
Site engineers work chiefly on construction projects. They form part of construction management and use their skills and expertise to guide crew members and ensure the successful completion
of a project. Site Engineers frequently liaise with clients and negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure the best deals.
Organizing materials and ensuring sites are safe and clean.
Preparing cost estimates and ensuring appropriate materials and tools are available.
Providing technical advice and suggestions for improvement on particular projects.
Diagnosing and troubleshooting equipment as required.
Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to ensure the best contracts.
Authorizing technical drawings and engineering plans.
Drawing up work schedules and communicating any adjustments to crew members and clients.
Gathering data, compiling reports and delivering presentations to relevant stakeholders.
Delegating tasks and scheduling meetings and training sessions where required.
Completing quality assurance and providing feedback to the team.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER
Structural engineers are primarily concerned with designing and constructing buildings and structures that are safe and capable of withstanding the elements to which they will be exposed,
as well as improving the structural integrity of existing buildings. The job is very closely related to that of civil engineer.
Key tasks include:
Preparing reports, designs and drawings
Making calculations about loads and stresses
Selecting appropriate construction materials
Providing technical advice
Obtaining planning and/or building regulations approval
Liaising with relevant professional staff such as architects
Monitoring and inspecting work undertaken by contractors
Administering contracts
Managing projects
Inspecting properties to check conditions/foundations.
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Responsible for engineering, drafting, and planning of electrical facilities. The work includes, but is not limited to, the preparation of designs, reports, studies, layouts, and estimates for the
installation and maintenance of electric facilities and other electrical engineering work. An employee in this classification is expected to exercise independent judgment.
Roles and responsibilities:
Making electrical plans and drawings
Overseeing electrical installations
Troubleshooting electrical issues
Ensuring electrical safety
Commissioning electrical systems
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER
Geotechnical engineers review the organic features of proposed construction sites and their surroundings to verify their appropriateness. Geotechnical engineers also account for weather and
traffic-related factors before arriving at their decisions. Responsibilities:
Traveling to meeting and evaluation sites.
Inspecting the composition of naturally-occurring formations at each prospective site.
Drawing an array of samples and studying these in the laboratory.
Determining the likelihood of consequential movements in the land.
Reviewing prevailing weather patterns and searching for noteworthy anomalies.
Suggesting effective fixes to geotechnical obstacles.
Calculating all requisite costs and material resources.
Sharing your final evidence-based verdicts with stakeholders.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Mechanical engineers sue their expertise in mechanical apparatus, thermodynamics, and mechanics to create efficient, functional, and safe mechanical structures that meet their clients or
employers. They may also work closely with other engineers and professionals, such as electrical engineers and civil engineers, to ensure that all building components are integrated and operated
seamlessly. Responsibilities includes securing the following:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) design layouts
Plumbing design
Fire protection
Energy efficiency
2. Identify the needed trainings they need to undergo prior to their accreditation.
The following are the training/courses that are common in any position of the organization:
Ethics Training
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training
Negotiation and Conflict Resolution Training
On-the-job training
Trainings that involve learning software that is an essential skill in this era
4. What are the important things you need to know under RA No. 11711 (see attached document) in your construction company? How w ill this affect your future
undertakings?
The license has only a 1-year validity from the date of issuance, however,
- in case that the contractor has been operating in good record for 25 years or more, the contractor may renew his license every 3 years.
- in case that the contractor has been operating in good record for 10 years or more but less than 25 years, he may renew his license every 2 years.
The renewal fee is 5 000 pesos and also same amount for original license.
Renewal of license may be filed either in person or online, not earlier than 90 days but not later than 30 days upon expiration of the license
Attempting to bid, construct to, or undertakes to construct without a license a violation and must be penalized with a fine of not less than 100 000 pesos, but not more
than 500 000 pesos, plus one –tenth of the total project cost. And will be prohibited to obtain a license for 1 year from the time he has found guilty.
Submitting fake documents in order to obtain a license, such as impersonate others is a violation that is punishable by imprisonment not less than 1 year but not more
than 6 years, and must be fined of not less than 500 000 pesos but not more than 1 000 000 pesos.
Well, as an aspiring contractor, after learning about the several laws about construction in Philippines, especially RA 11711, it persuades me to follow the right process and to not make
bad decisions that will certainly may lead to the downfall of my company and my career. I will make sure I will obtain a license first before engaging in any activity.