The definition of a competent person, or SQCC as named within HQM or BREEAM New Construction Residential, has been updated to provide further clarification and is now defined as set out below:
An individual achieving all the following items can be considered to be ‘suitably qualified’ for the purpose of completing the LCC credits:
- Holds a recognised qualification for undertaking life cycle costing studies and/or a degree/postgraduate diploma or equivalent qualification in quantity surveying, construction economics or other construction-related subject.
- Has acquired substantial expertise through a minimum of three years relevant experience (within the last five years). The experience must clearly demonstrate a practical understanding of life cycle costing in construction and the built environment and show an ability to identify and demonstrate cost and performance enhancement measures.
- Is not professionally connected to a single manufacturer
A CV should be provided demonstrating their experience and knowledge against the above requirements.
