Project Management

Project Management

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Project Management is the process by which projects are understood, defined, planned, monitored, controlled and delivered, such that the agreed objectives and benefits are realised.

In the role of Project Manager, MFD acts as the agent for the client and is responsible for the management, administration, organisation and communication of the project. This involves managing the project to completion, with the aim of meeting the client’s objectives in terms of time, cost and quality and usually includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • developing a strategic brief with the client
  • preparing the Project Execution Plan (PEP), incorporating project strategy
  • advising on the procurement strategy
  • ensuring preparation of the project brief
  • establishing and implementing procedures for the selection and appointment of design consultants and contractor(s), in compliance with EU procedures, where appropriate
  • establishing formal communication and reporting procedures, in line with the PEP
  • undertaking stakeholder, programme, risk and value management
  • undertaking financial management, including change control
  • contract administration
  • monitoring performance, including post project evaluation.
Project Management