BOQ ETHICS & PROJECT MANAGEMENT
A brilliant design only succeeds if it can be built on time and within budget. This course transitions the student from "Artist" to "Project Lead." By covering both Freelance Practice and Corporate Operations, students learn the logistical backbone of the industry. You will master the Bill of Quantities (BOQ)—the financial blueprint of a project—and explore the ethical standards required to manage clients, vendors, and construction teams. Whether you are launching your own studio or climbing the ladder in a global firm, this course provides the "Professional Armor" needed to deliver complex projects successfully.
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Prerequisites
Description
Learning Objectives
Calculate a comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BOQ), accurately costing every material and technical fitting from previous pillars.
Navigate the legalities of Design Contracts, fee structures, and professional liability.
Implement project management methodologies (like Gantt charts) to track site progress and vendor lead times.
Evaluate the ethical dilemmas of the industry, including sustainable sourcing and professional integrity in IIDA/ASID codes of conduct.
Topics Covered
The Financial Blueprint (BOQ): Detailed workshops on quantity surveying; translating the "Technical Shell" into line-item costs for flooring, lighting, and custom millwork.
Freelance vs. Corporate Operations:
Freelance: Branding your business, setting hourly rates, and managing "Scope Creep."
Corporate: Understanding the hierarchy of a design firm, cross-departmental coordination, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
The Project Lifecycle: Mastering the 5 phases of design: Programming, Schematic Design, Design Development, Contract Documentation, and Contract Administration.
Vendor & Contractor Management: The art of the "Site Meeting"; learning to speak the language of carpenters, electricians, and plumbers to ensure design intent is met.
Learning Outcomes
Financial Literacy: The student can present a client with a precise budget that reflects the "Materiality" and "Smart Systems" studied in earlier pillars.
Contractual Confidence: Ability to draft and explain professional design agreements that protect both the designer and the client.
Operational Agility: Proficiency in managing multiple project timelines simultaneously using digital tools like Monday.com or Asana.
Ethical Leadership: The student will be prepared to make "Value-Engineered" decisions that prioritize occupant safety and environmental sustainability.
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