Assessment Task 2 Manage project human resources BSBPMG515 Student Declaration To be filled out and submitted with assessment responses ◻ I declare that this task and any attached document related to the task is all my own work and I have not cheated or plagiarised the work or colluded with any other student(s) ◻ I understand that if I am found to have plagiarised, cheated or colluded, action will be taken against me according to the process explained to me ◻ I have correctly referenced all resources and reference texts throughout these assessment tasks. ◻ I have read and understood the assessment requirements for this unit ◻ I understand the rights to re-assessment ◻ I understand the right to appeal the decisions made in the assessment Unit Title Unit Code Student name Student ID number Student signature Date Task Number BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 2 greenwichcollege.edu.au ------OFFICE USE ONLY----For Trainer and Assessor to complete: ◻ Student requested reasonable adjustment for the assessment Did the student satisfactorily: N DNS Comments Y Completed successfully The student has satisfactorily completed and submitted the following: ☐ ☐ ☐ Demonstrated ability to: • Determine resource requirements for individual tasks to determine required project personnel levels and competencies • Establish project organisation and structure to align individual and group competencies with project tasks • Allocate personnel to the project to meet planned work outputs throughout project timeline • Apply human resources management (HRM) methods, techniques and tools to support engagement and performance of personnel • Identify and plan ongoing development and training of project team members to support personnel and project performance ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ This is evidenced by: • Development of WBS (Task 2.1A) • Development of a project human resource plan (Task 2.1B) • Collaboration with project team as evidenced by the Role-Play in Task 2.2 Demonstrated ability to: • Negotiate, define and communicate clear project role descriptions This is evidenced by: • Role-Play in Task 2.2 – see observation checklist BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 3 greenwichcollege.edu.au Did the student satisfactorily: N DNS Comments Y Completed successfully When working with the project team, the student has actively participated in group work with a substantial contribution that can be assessed individually for all the requirements of this task. ☐ ☐ ☐ Task Outcome: Satisfactory ☐ Not Yet Satisfactory ☐ Student Name: Assessor Name: Assessor Signature: Date: BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 4 greenwichcollege.edu.au Table of Content Student Declaration ................................................................................................................................................ 2 Task 2 – Plan Project Human Resources ................................................................................ 6 Task 2.1 Plan project human resources ........................................................................................................ 11 Task 2.2 Negotiate and communicate project roles ................................................................................. 22 BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 5 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task 2 – Plan Project Human Resources Task summary and instructions What is this assessment task about? Refer to and read the documents saved in a separate folder: o o MMI Company profile and project task Policies and Procedures You have been recently engaged by XYZ Pty Ltd trading as MMI as a Project Manager to develop and implement a project to open a new campus in Sydney (refer to MMI strategic objectives) • • • The board of directors has allocated 3 million dollars to the project. Project duration: 1 year. You can employ four new staff members to be part of the project team for the duration of the project. The rest of the staff must be sourced from existing MMI personnel (flexible work arrangements will be needed) The project includes: • Finding premises in Sydney CBD (800-1000 square metres, onsite parking for staff, natural light) Ideally, there will be enough room for 5-7 classes, one meeting room, one computer lab, 1 x student kitchen, student lounge, 1 x staff kitchen, three offices for staff, toilet facilities • Rent the premise • Obtain necessary permits • Source architect and building company • Source and buy furniture and equipment • Liaise with the architect and building company The project steering committee is composed of: • Mr Eli Brown – Non-executive Director • Mr Leonard Black - CFO • Academic Manager (Jacob Graham) The project sponsor is Taylor Varin (Client Service Manager), played by the trainer and assessor. You will have to: • Determine the project requirements • Work in collaboration with pertinent stakeholders BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 6 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task summary and instructions • • • • • Scope the project Cost and resource the project Develop the project plan Execute the project Finalise the project Each unit covered in your Diploma of Project Management will address a part of the project: • • • • • • • • • • • • Scope Time Quality Cost Human Resources Information system and communication Risk Project Integration Build an innovative work environment for the project team Facilitate continuous improvement in project work Develop project workplace policy and procedures for sustainability Lead and manage project team effectiveness BSBPMG515 addresses project human resources. Form or join a project team (3-4 students in the team). Document the name of the students in the team below: Student Name Student Name Student Name Student Name You will collaborate with the project team in a simulated work environment to carry out the responsibility of your role as a project manager relevant to human resource management. Although you will lead and collaborate with the project team, the work on your assessment must be individual, and it will be marked as such. This task comprises of product-based assessment methods and direct observation from trainer in a simulated work environment. BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 7 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task summary and instructions You are required to: o o o o o Determine human resource requirements for the project Establish the project organisation and structure Allocate personnel to the project Negotiate, define and communicate clear project roles and descriptions Identify and plan ongoing development and training of the project team members It has been designed to evaluate your ability to: • • • • • • Determine resource requirements for individual tasks to determine required project personnel levels and competencies Establish project organisation and structure to align individual and group competencies with project tasks Allocate personnel to the project to meet planned work outputs throughout project timeline Apply human resources management (HRM) methods, techniques and tools to support engagement and performance of personnel Negotiate, define and communicate clear project role descriptions Identify and plan ongoing development and training of project team members to support personnel and project performance You are required to address the following: • Task 2.1 Plan project human resources: o Develop a WBS o Develop a project human resource plan • Task 2.2 Negotiate and communicate project roles: o Communicate, negotiate and define project roles (Role-Play) What do I need to do to complete this task satisfactorily? • • • • • • • • submit the completed assessment tasks, according to instructions, complete the tasks with sufficient detail and present them in a professional manner, use your own words and reference sources appropriately, meet the word count where required, use the scenario provided, use the templates provided where required apply critical thinking, for your performance to be deemed satisfactory in this assessment task you must satisfactorily address all of the assessment criteria, BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 8 greenwichcollege.edu.au Task summary and instructions • Specifications if part of this task is not satisfactorily completed you will be asked to complete further assessment to demonstrate satisfactory performance. You must deliver/participate in: • Role-Play in week 3 of class to communicate, negotiate and define the project roles You must submit to GOALS • • • • Resources and equipment What will the assessor be looking for? • Computer with Internet access • Access to Microsoft Office suites or similar software • Learning material • Scenario for assessment document • Relevant policies and procedures provided in a separate folder • Use of the templates included in this assessment document Your assessor will be looking for demonstrated evidence of your ability to: o o o Re-submission opportunities WBS Project Human Resource Plan Observation checklist Summary of the outcome of the meeting with the team Determine project human resource requirements Develop a project human resource plan Communicate, negotiate and define project roles You will be provided feedback on your performance by the Assessor. The feedback will indicate if you have satisfactorily addressed the requirements of each part of this task. If any parts of the task are not satisfactorily completed, the assessor will explain why, and provide you written feedback along with guidance on what you must undertake to demonstrate satisfactory performance. Re-assessment attempt(s) will be arranged at a later time and date. You have the right to appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if you feel that you have been dealt with unfairly or have other appropriate grounds for an appeal. You are encouraged to consult with the assessor prior to attempting this task if you do not understand any part of this task or if you have any learning issues or needs that may hinder you when attempting any part of the assessment. BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 9 greenwichcollege.edu.au Procedures 1. Review the assessment scenario, the business documentation, including policies and procedures and the templates provided: o MMI Company profile and project task o Policies and Procedures Provided in a separate folder o Templates: ▪ 1 – Project Human Resource Plan in Task 2.1B 2. Develop a Work Breakdown Structure to set out the project organisation and structure. This will help you align individual and group competencies with project tasks. You can develop the WBS as a chart or as a list; it can be by function or by project phase. 3. Determine the human resource requirements for the project and complete the project human resource plan in Template 1. Follow the instructions provided. 4. Schedule a time with the team in week 3 of class. Perform a Role-Play. You are the Project Manager in charge of the project. During the Role-Play you will communicate, negotiate, and define the project roles as defined in the project human resource plan. This is an assessable task, and the trainer and assessor will observe and evaluate your performance during the Role-Play. If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to perform the Role-Play. Before the meeting o Make sure that you have complete the project human resource plan o Anticipate objections from the team o Determine non-negotiable During the meeting o Briefly illustrate the human resource plan o Communicate the project roles o Ask the team for inputs and feedback o Negotiate the project roles and agree on them After the meeting o Summarise the outcome of the meeting o Apply any change/adjustments negotiated with the team to the human resource plan before submission BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 10 greenwichcollege.edu.au Procedures Please note that the trainer and assessor will check that the feedback received by the team has been applied to the human resource plan Although the assessment is worked in a project team to simulate the work environment that you would experience when delivering a project for an organisation, the assessment submission is individual, and it will be marked as such. Complete the following activities: Task 2.1 Plan project human resources Read the scenario for assessment and consult with the project team, taking into consideration input and feedback from the project team when completing this task. Consult with the project sponsor (played by the trainer and assessor in the simulated work environment) as needed. A) Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Develop a Work Breakdown Structure to set out the project organisation and structure. This will help you align individual and group competencies with project tasks. You can develop the WBS as a chart or as a list; it can be by function or by project phase. Copy and paste your WBS below: 1. Project Management 1.1. Planning 1.2. Budgeting 1.3. Scheduling 1.4. Procurement Management 1.5. Quality Management 2. Requirements Definition 2.1. New Office Location 2.1.1. Customer Base Analysis 2.1.2. Physical Office Structure 2.2. Constraint Identification BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 11 greenwichcollege.edu.au 3. New Office Site Selection 3.1. Contract / Lease New Facility 4. New Office Design 4.1. Architectural Drawings 4.1.1. Interior 4.1.1.1. Computer Lab 4.1.1.2. Meeting Room 4.1.1.3. Student Kitchen 4.1.1.4. Student Lounge 4.1.1.5. Staff Kitchen 4.1.1.6. Three Staff Ofices 4.1.1.7.Seven Classroom 4.1.1.8. Toilets Facilities 4.1.2. Exterior 4.1.2.1. Parking 5. Construction Build Out 5.1. Planning Permission 5.2. Bid Process 5.2.1. Vendor Selection 5.2.2. Vendor Contracts 5.3. Interior Construction 5.4. Exterior Construction 6. Communications Network Build Out 6.1. Bid Process 6.1.1. Vendor Selection 6.1.2. Vendor Contracts 6.2. Equipment Purchase and Acquisition 6.2.1. Vendor Selection 6.2.2. Vendor Contracts 7. Interior Design 7.1. Painting 7.2. Flooring 7.3. Furnishings and Fittings 7.3.1. Vendor Selection 7.3.2. Vendor Contracts BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 12 greenwichcollege.edu.au 7.4. Installation 8. Quality Review 8.1. Code Compliance 8.1.1. Construction 8.2. Occupancy Certificate B) Project Human Resource Plan Determine the human resource requirements for the project and complete the project human resource plan in Template 1. Follow the instructions provided. Template 1 -Project Human Resource Plan Project Human Resources Management Approach Development 1) Outline the following: o o o - Outline the significant inputs into the HR plan (2-3) - Outline what HR legislations, regulations and policy and procedures are taken into consideration and why (3-4) - Outline what issues could impact on project HR management (2-3) 2) - - 1 Activity resource requirements.- what resources will be necessary to complete each task of the project. Enterprise environmental factors.- this input provides vital background information about the company. It’s organisational structure of a company with values and work ethic. Organisational process assets.- organisational policies, procedures and guidelines regarding Human Resources management.1 Collaborative alliance Policy.- as the project will require the need to count on some of the actual members of the company, this policy will be useful for the purpose of the project Human Resources management plan. Performance Management.- throughout the development of the project its important for the company to implement an ongoing performance management plan, in order to encourage good outcomes on time as well as address any underperformance. https://www.pm-primer.com/develop-human-resource-plan/ BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 13 greenwichcollege.edu.au Project Human Resources Management Approach - Recuitment, induction and training.- as the project requirements emerge it might be possible the need to hire extra personnel for the purpose of achieve the expected outcomes of the project. 3) Due to an organisational company culture long before stablished, the following may be challenges that could impact on the project HR management: - Engaging employees and top managers on board has been a difficult task, for this reason it is necessary to develop an engagement policy based on reducing the formality of processes to ensure a better work environment for the whole team so the company will better achieve its goals and overall performance. - The company has to develop a promotion program to encourage personnel to not only perform better on a daily basis but also individually prepare themselves knowing that their hard work pays off. Project Team Recruitment and Selection Strategy Summarise how the project team is recruited and selected (50-80 words) Project Team Performance Review Strategy 2 For this project the HR will base its staff recruitment on the next framework2: 1) A job analysis that helps to establish the standards (capabilities, knowledge, skills and personal attributes) and any selection criteria needed to perform the position accordingly. 2) Attract new applicants by promoting a healthy work environment of the company. 3) Asses and select the right candidate using the current procedures and methods of the HR department. 4) Perform an induction and involving as much as possible the new staff within the project. The same criteria will apply for new and current staff that will be part of this specific project. The performance review strategy will be based on accomplishments. As well as the current performance management plan of the company. The assessment of this https://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Documents/Best-Practice-Guide-Recruitment-Selection.pdf BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 14 greenwichcollege.edu.au Project Human Resources Management Approach Summarise how the work performance of the project team is monitored and reviewed. (40-80 words) plan will be according to the extend of the task’s involvement and achievement of each employee, and not duration based. According to the job description, objectives and workload will be assigned to each member of the project. Using the performance management plan template it will be properly documented the performance goals, tasks responsibilities and duration. The achievement of this plan will be reviewed on a weekly basis by continuos meetings, support will be offer if necessary. Project Team engagement strategy Summarise how the project team is engaged and how a collaborative, efficient and innovative work environment is created for the team. (4080 words) The strategy will be based in communication and an open and safe environment to share ideas and feedback between the team members. There will be a short survey after every weekly meeting op share any comments or suggestions. There will be also a reward based program in place to encourage team members to achieve deadlines and projected milestones. Project Team training strategy Within the first stage of the project, there will not be many training opportunities as finding a new sede in Sydney will depend mainly on skills that the staff of the company already Summarise the development and training opportunities for the team. (40-80 words) has. But further in the next stage project it will be plenty of opportunities to set in place training and promoting programs for both Sydney and Melbourne staff. Looking to aways improve and become pioneers on the market. Specially trainers will find a broad catalogue of opportunities to improve. Their skills and qualifications within the company culture. Project Team Needs Analysis Analyse and determine the HR needs of the team. (6-8 team members) BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 15 greenwichcollege.edu.au Project deliverable / WBS package/Objective Skills Knowledge HC (Head Count) Work arrangements Existing Proposed staff start and finish Y/N date 1 09h00 – 17h00 Y Attributes Project Management Leadership and management skills Monday to Friday May 2020 May 2021 Experience as project manager Avanced Diploma in Project Management or higher Recruitment and personnel selection. Training. Leadership and management skills 2 09h00 – 17h00 Y Monday to Friday 01st May 2020 15th May 2020 HR experience.. Company’s policies and procedures knowledge. Office Site selection Market knowledge on commercial properties 1 09h00 – 17h00 N Monday to Friday 15th May 2020 30th June 2020 Real state experience Based in Sydney Design, drawings and permits Commercial properties BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K 1 09h00 – 17h00 N 30th June 2020 Page 16 greenwichcollege.edu.au Project deliverable / WBS package/Objective Skills Knowledge HC (Head Count) Work arrangements Attributes development experience Existing Proposed staff start and finish Y/N date Monday to Friday 31st August 2020 Bas3ed in Sydney Architecture bachelor Construction Construction experience in commercial properties 1 No Schedule N 1st September 2020 30th January 2021 Construction and building diploma Based in Sydney Biding and purchase of equipment Experience with market bindings and selection 2 09h00 – 17h00 Monday to Friday Accountant or financial Degree y 31st August 2020 28th February 2021 Project Organisational Chart Develop and include below a project organisational chart. BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 17 greenwichcollege.edu.au Sponsor Project Manager Steering Comitee Project Team HR Manager Department Officer Real State Agent Arquitect Contractor Financial Officer 1 Financial Officer 2 Project Team Roles and Responsibilities Complete the table provided indicating: o Role – description of the portion of the project for which the member is accountable. Add the name of the HR resource attached to the role when applicable. o Authority – the level at which the member may make decisions, apply project resources, or approvals. This needs to be detailed: what authority does the role have. For example, the Project Manager may have the authority to sign off employment contracts. o Responsibility – the work a team member must perform to complete assigned work activities o Competency – the skill(s) required to complete assigned project activities o KPI- 2 KPIs to measure individual’s performance BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 18 greenwichcollege.edu.au ROLE AUTHORITY RESPONSIBILITY COMPETENCY KPI Project Sponsor3 Ultimate authority and responsibility for the project. Provides funding, approves changes to scope, provides updates to executive management, resolves issues escalated by the project manager. Previous experience in admin support. Changes should be approved within 2 days maximum. Approved funding should be accredited immediately to avoid delays. Steering Comitee N/A Provides high level direction and input, helps support the resource needs, helps communicate the project benefit. Previous experience in admin support Status report approval within two days after weekly meeting. Project Manager4 Approval of project tasks. Baseline plans, project communications, project schedule and budget progress, change management, quality management. Creates regular status reports and distribuite to project team. Leadership and management experience Project deadlines, deliverables and quality management over 95% compliance. Resolves issues and scalates when required, meets HR expertise HR manager 3 4 Sign in and off employees. Decision making skills Previous experience in project management Advanced diploma in project management or higher Project reports and weekly meeting arrangements with 90% members present. Improve project employee https://www.slideshare.net/BreezyDog12/organization-28930157 https://pm-foundations.com/2011/03/04/pm-foundationsthe-core-team/ BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 19 greenwichcollege.edu.au ROLE AUTHORITY RESPONSIBILITY COMPETENCY KPI Performance management. regularly to review issues and monitor performance progress. Leadership and management experience effectiveness over 90% Training needs approval for existing staff. Conflicts resolution Experience HR advanced diploma or higher Department officer N/A Assess and reclute project team members. HR experience Candidates selection and assessment experience. Problems resolution with a 90% success Engage the top candidate of the selection process. Manage project employee expectations with an 80% compliance. Real state ageent Rent contract signing. Premises selection, rent the premise, source architect and building company. Based in Sydney Experience in commercial properties leasing Project manager and sponsor satisfaction over 90% over site description. Lease contract with construction costs rent 75% reduce agreement. Architect Contractor and subcontractor selection and approval. Permits, plans and certificates signing. Site analysis, external and internal design, permits, plans and certificates dealing. BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Architecture Bachelor Experience in commercial construction projects Based in Sydney Contractor efficiency over 90%. Sustainable construction materials over 60% Page 20 greenwichcollege.edu.au ROLE AUTHORITY RESPONSIBILITY COMPETENCY KPI Contractor Subcontractor monitoring. Construction, subcontractors selection and monitor. Building and construction advanced diploma Construction and deliverables approval over 95%. Based in Sydney Experience in commercial construction projects Finance officer 1 Finance officer 2 Vendors selection Funds distribution througouth the project. Biding approval, purchase of furniture, equipment and materials Accountant degree Payroll payments, invoicing, financial recordé keeping and reporting Accountant degree Experience or training provide by the company in biding. Deadlines achievement 85%. Keep furniture and material costs 95% on budget. Vendors deliverables 95% on time. Financial management experience Data entry and financial reports <2% errors. Approved funds shoul be accredited no longer than two days after approval. RACI Chart Develop and copy below a RACI Chart for the project either by a task or by WBS package for min. 4-5 project stakeholders. Must include team members (as a project management team), project manager and project sponsor. BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 21 greenwichcollege.edu.au Responsible The team member who does the work to complete the task Accountable The person who delegates work and provides final review Consulted People who provide input on a deliverable Informed People who needs to be kept in the loop on the project progress Project Sponsor Project Manager Financial Department Architect Contractor Office site selection C R I I I Design, drawings and permits I A C R I Construction Biding and equipment purchase I C I A R C A R I I Project Deliverable Task 2.2 Negotiate and communicate project roles Schedule a time with the team in week 3 of class. Perform a Role-Play. You are the Project Manager in charge of the project. During the Role-Play you will communicate, negotiate, and define the project roles as defined in the project human resource plan. This is an assessable task, and the trainer and assessor will observe and evaluate your performance during the Role-Play. If you are absent from class, it is your responsibility to make alternative arrangements with the trainer and assessor to perform the Role-Play. Before the meeting • Make sure that you have completed the project human resource plan BSBPMG515 Manage project human resources V2 2020 RTO Provider: 91153 - CRICOS Code: 02672K Page 22 greenwichcollege.edu.au • • Anticipate objections from the team Determine non-negotiable During the meeting • • • • Briefly illustrate the human resource plan Communicate the project roles Ask the team for inputs and feedback Negotiate the project roles and agree on them After the meeting • • • Summarise the outcome of the meeting below Apply any change/adjustments negotiated with the team to the human resource plan before submission Please note that the trainer and assessor will check that the feedback received by the team has been applied to the human resource plan Meeting summary 3864 Please record the summary of the meeting focusing on the changes/adjustments negotiated with the team. (30-50 words) After the meeting with all of the stakeholders. The human resource plan was approved with the next adjustments: -Training on biding process will be provided since the start date of the project to the financial officer. Training will be provided by the company. - The Architect’s options will be resourced by the real state agent, but the final approval will be made by the HR department and Project manager, not by the real state agent. - Site selection will be also be part of the architect responsibility, both the real state agent and the architect will be part of the selection and final approval process. - The architect will be responsible for the contractor selection. - The architect will be consulted by the contractor for the subcontractor selection and approval. - The architect and contractor wil be in charge of providing options for furniture and materials purchase. After the meeting all the stakeholders are happy with the results and are keen to start wit the project. 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