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THE WORLD of project management is ruled by what those in the business refer to as the triple constraints time, cost and scope. Often competing with one another, changes to any one constraint will inevitably affect the other two.

These constraints were all too keenly felt by Wellington-based Impact Project Management, appointed to provide project and cost management services to DOC for the fit-out of Conservation House, says director Garth Palmer.

"One of the worst winters on record contributed to a significant delay in the new building being handed over to DOC for the fit-out. Unfortunately, the date for relocating staff couldn't be moved, so we faced a significant issue a lack of time to complete the work."

To address the issue, the Impact team worked closely with DOC's legal division, the incumbent contractor and Audit New Zealand to develop a procurement strategy that met government guidelines and enabled the project to be delivered to DOC's timeline.

Acting as a single point of contact for DOC throughout the project, Impact's role was to manage the internal works construction, the design and manufacture of all furniture and the relocation of DOC staff and equipment from four existing locations.

Palmer says the considerable time constraints and the incorporation of leading-edge technology to a level unprecedented in New Zealand business pushed the boundaries of project management. Nevertheless, the company's extensive experience and excellent teamwork ensured the project's timely completion.

"We currently manage development projects worth more than $100 million for the likes of Wellington International Airport, Fairfax, Unisys and PSIS. These, and our previous track record, led to our selection for this important government project," says Palmer.

For details, contact Impact Project Management, PO Box 19-155, Courtenay Pl, Wellington, phone (04) 801 9021. Email: garth@impactpm.co.nz. Website: www.impactpm.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas