An event not to miss

THE FIRST QSi ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND NETWORKING EVENT Cavendish Conference Centre Tuesday, 4 October 2011 The Future Role of the QS in a Green Environment Come and join us for a Conference and Networking event which will focus on key industry issues for all involved in Quantity Surveying. We will also be able to browse a number sponsor stands during the course of the day. Session 1 Role of the Employer's Agent Speaker: Steve Newcombe, Mott MacDonald · What functions does an Employer's Agent perform? Is the role limited to design and construct procurement? · Does a QS have to learn new skills to undertake the role eg quality of workmanship, assessing delays for EOT and taking a brief to produce employers requirements etc? · Is the role likely to be as good as Project Manager which has been monopolised by QSs? · Is the QS again going to steal a march on Architects? · How lucrative are the fees? · QSi Best Practice Certificate Session 2 The Future of QS Software Speaker: Paul Watkins, Masterbill · A look at the latest advances in eTendering, Cost Databases and CAD Measurement, the efficiencies they offer and benefits they deliver, enabling QSs to prosper, rather than simply "survive" during the recession Session 3 Future Procurement Speaker: Roger Knowles, QSi · Is Design and Construct likely to continue growing at the expense of traditional methods? · Is Best Value likely to be overtaken by Best Affordable Value? · Is the assessment of quality/price tender assessment likely to move in favour of price? · Are the snags in Target Cost Contracts coming home to roost? · Will there be a big swing back to lowest price bidding? · Will early contractor involvement take off? · How long will the "Herd Instinct" relating to the use of the NEC last? Session 4 The Cost of BREEAM Speaker: Andrew Knapp / David Cadwallader, Coles Knapp / CEADA Environmental · Areas of possible involvement · BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method ) assessment · Energy assessments · Code for Sustainable Homes · SAP · SBEM · Is this role likely to be as successful as CDM Co-ordinator? Session 5 Future Insurance Risks · Speaker: Phil Davies, Howdens · Since the recession commenced have claims been on the increase · How has this affected PI premiums · Are the risks greater for acting as Employer's Agent or Environmental Consultant · Will it affect premiums · Insurance backing for QSi Best Practice Certificate · Efficient insurance buying · Basic Risk Management Session 6 Carbon Reduction Costing Speaker: James Fiske, Franklin & Andrews · CapIT ;Mott McDonald/ICE world first online construction cost and carbon tool · Building and Civil Engineering · Up to date cost and carbon information · Allows quick and accurate estimating Session 7 Dispute Resolution Going Forward Speaker: Tony Bingham · Energy saving on disputes · Money saving ideas that cause dispute · Wrong analysis by Latham · The light goes out on partnering · NEC and the Emperor's clothes Networking Opportunity Conference Fee: £150.00 Members; £175.00 Non Members EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT ON ALL BOOKINGS MADE BEFORE 30 JUNE 2011 £125 Members; £150 Non Members Enquiries: Email: [email protected] Tel: 01606 786698 Website: www.theqsi.com QSAcademy Fundamental skills for Quantity Surveyors www.qsacademy.com PROGRAMME Morning Session Afternoon Session 8.45 am Registration and Coffee 1.45 pm Session 4 9.30 am President's Welcome 2.20 pm Session 5 9.35 am Session One 3.00 pm Tea / Coffee Break 10.15 am Session Two 3.20 pm Session 6 11.00 am Tea / Coffee Break 4.00 pm Session 7 11.20 am Session Three 4.40 pm Questions and Discussion 12.10 pm Questions and Discussion 5.00 pm Close 12.30 pm Networking Lunch Who Should Attend? Contractors, Subcontractors, Employer's Representatives, Architects, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers and Lawyers CPD Certificates Certificates of attendance will be issued upon request. Our courses are intended to assist members of such bodies as the QSi, RICS, RIBA, ICE, BIAT, CIOB, ILEX, ICES, RTPI, IPE, ASI and CIBSE with their CPD and CET requirements. Conference Handouts: Handouts will be provided to each delegate where appropriate ADMINISTRATION Bookings may be made by post, fax, email or via our website. Provisional bookings may be made by telephone but must be confirmed in writing. Joining instructions and receipts will be emailed to the delegates; if these have not been received within 3 working days of the commencement of the course, please contact us to ensure your place has been booked, as we cannot be held responsible for the non-arrival of registration instructions. Please note that all fees must be paid by 20 September. It may be necessary, for reasons beyond the control of the organisers, to alter the timings, programme or choice of speaker or venue. Refunds, less 20% administration charge, will be made for all cancellations received in writing by the organiser no later than 2 September. No refunds will be made after this date. Money Back Guarantee: If any delegate has not gained some knowledge of benefit to himself or his organisation by attending our conference, a full refund will be made if requested in writing within 7 days of the event. Conference Fee: £110.00 plus VAT (total £126.50) per half day course for first delegate £90.00 plus VAT (total £103.50) per half day course for second and all subsequent delegates QSi ANNUAL CONFERENCE Cavendish Conference Centre - 4 October 2011 BOOKING FORM Please reserve _______ places for: (Please use block capitals. Additional names may be supplied on a separate sheet) NAME _________________________ POSITION ____________________ ORGANISATION ___________________________________________________ ADDRESS _______________________________________________________ __________________________________ POSTCODE __________________ TEL NO __________________________ FAX NO ______________________ EMAIL ___________________________________________________________ TYPE OF BUSINESS _______________________________________________ A cheque for £_________ is enclosed, made payable to The QSi Credit Card Payments: Card No: â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡â–¡ Expiry Date: â–¡â–¡/â–¡â–¡ Security Code: â–¡â–¡â–¡ Bank Transfer: Bank details: Barclays Bank PLC, PO Box 357, 51 Mosley Street, Manchester M60 2AU Sort Code: 20-55-34 Account no: 80769797 Please return completed booking form with payment to: The QSi, 61 School Lane, Hartford, Northwich CW8 1NY or email to [email protected]