Developing a Project – From Concept to Completion - Ecb - England ...

6 Consultant Services (continued)6 Consultant Services (continued)6 Other SpecialistsSome projects might alsorequire further specialist inputduring the design stage whichwill become apparent during thepreparation stage:• Heritage and conservationspecialists advise on preservinghistoric buildings and restoration.• Highways engineers design andadvise on new roads or alterationsto the public highways.• Project managers takeresponsibility for planning andfacilitating a project. They can acton the client’s behalf providingadvice and be given responsibilityfor making key decisions.Fine Turf ProjectsAs this type of work carries high levelsof risk regarding climate and tighttimescales, ECB advises that extremelytight control of all phases of work ismaintained by a qualified professional.• Access consultants advise ondesigning inclusive buildings forpeople of all abilities.• Environmental consultantsand ecologists advise onenvironmental issues which mightbe required if the site is a naturalhabitat for protected species.• Landscape architects design thespaces and landscape around thebuildings including details for hardand soft areas, trees and pitches.• Planning consultants providespecialist advice when preparingplanning submissions or appealsin areas with sensitiveplanning issues.Fine Turf Projects (including newconstruction and renovations) andNon Turf ProjectsThe design, construction and projectmanagement of new facilities requiresspecialist consultants who in turnhave access to high quality survey andanalysis technology.To minimise risk within the supplychain contracts scheduled for latesummer / early autumn should becontracted by the end of Februaryof the year the work is planned.Larger scale schemes will require adevelopment period of up to two years.www.ecb.co.uk/techspecsFine turf consultants will offer a rangeof services at different costs. Pleaseensure you confirm what service you arereceiving and that the price is fixed.While projects may be less complexthan most building projects the club/organisation should follow the samemethodology as the RIBA work stagesas outlined in this document.Non Turf ProjectsLarger scale schemes will require adevelopment period of up to 12 months.www.ecb.co.uk/techspecsIt should be noted that the ECB canadvise of the type of services andsupport you may require.6 Sources Developing of Grant a Project Aid – and From Funding Concept for Cricket to Completion ClubsDeveloping Sources of a Grant Project Aid – and From Funding Concept for to Cricket Completion Clubs 7