FOUNDATION IN NATURAL AND BUILT ENVIRONMENTS

INTRODUCTION TO THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY

(QSB30105)

FINAL PROJECT:

DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL

GROUP MEMBERS:

Akif Nukman (0322927)

Darren Tan (0323398)

INTAKE:

March 2015

TUTOR:

Ms. Ann See Peng

1 SITE PLAN

Site Location:

Jalan PJU 1a/7, Taman Perindustrian Jaya,

47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Total Area:

50m x 60m (2990m2)

Site Description:

Located in the Ara Damansara area near Taman

Perindustrian Jaya industrial area, the site is an

empty piece of grassland which is currently

used as a recreation area of some sorts. This is

evident from the existing soccer goal posts that are on the site.

On-Site Photos:

2 SITE ANALYSIS

CONTEXTUAL STUDY The site is denoted on the map by

with a red outline.

The site is situated next to a large

industrial area, denoted on the map

with a light green boundary.

There are many residential areas

surrounding the site, as denoted by

the orange boundaries in the

contextual map of the site.

A recreational area is indicated with

the dark blue boundary.

Indicated with yellow Is Tesco Ara

Damansara which is a commercial area. The light blue areas are also commercial areas.

The dark green indicates an area which is classified under education.

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Individual Proposal

Darren Tan (0323398)

1 PROPOSAL: FOOD COURT CUM NIGHT MARKET

The type of development I have decided to propose for the

site is a commercial area. It will be a multi-level food court

that will also have various convenient stores. Apart from

functioning as a food court, the area can also be used for a

night market, adding function and thus maximizing the use of

the land.

2 RATIONALE

Situated in close proximity to an industrial area, the Food

Court aims to serve as a convenient and affordable lunch venue for people who work the

various factories and also serve as a meeting point or just a place to

relax and have a chat. The site is located in close proximity within

various residential areas, so the food court will also be able cater for

the various residents that live nearby.

Furthermore, the site can act as a night market which acts as a place

for sellers to sell their goods and also a place for the general public to

buy affordable items.

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3 BENEFITS

Developing a food court on the piece of land will be beneficial

to not only the client in terms of revenue generation, but will

also for other parties who are directly affected by the

development of the food court.

Firstly, the food court aims to offer a wide variety of food

options; thus offers a greater choice of different cuisines for

people to try compared to other eateries within the area.

Whether it be Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Malay, Indian or

Western food, the food court will be a place for adventurous

food hunters to satisfy their taste buds.

Apart from this, the food court also provides job opportunities for food hawkers and other

individuals who may be interested in setting up stall in the food court. Furthermore, the food

court and night markets will help expand the economy within the area which benefits everyone

living or working in the area.

The food court cum night market can also act as a social gathering place which helps enforce

the feeling of community for the residents who live in the surrounding area.

4 IMPACTS

With all projects there is always a good and bad side, so the food court will inevitably bring

negative impacts to certain parties.

Firstly, the food court will be a potential competition for the cafes and restaurants in the area

thus causing them to experience a reduction in the profit earned by them.

Secondly, the food court would inevitably cause heavier traffic in the area especially during the

lunch break, which would irk the residents who live nearby, and also the workers who travel to

and from the industrial area every day. This would also contribute to more air pollution in the

area.

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5 PROJECT TEAM

The professionals involved in the construction of the food court would be:

a) Architect

b) Civil and Structural Engineers

c) Quantity Surveyor

d) Contractor

e) Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

5.1 ARCHITECT An architect is the professional that designs the building. As a licensed professional they are

also responsible for public safety and overseeing of projects. Their role is important in every

stage of the building's construction, from the initial concept to the opening ceremony when the

building is complete. Beyond completion, an architect often remains involved in a project as

buildings evolve to incorporate new surroundings and ideas.

The aspects of work can be split into three main roles or phases- the design, documentation

and construction roles.

The architect’s role is to produce detailed designs of a concept or idea that the client wants to

bring to reality. As well as needing creative design ideas, this part of the role involves a great

deal of technical knowledge and responsibility. There is a need to comply with building and

safety regulations, local planning regulations and restrictions. Depending on the project there

may be laws surrounding the preservation of the local environment or any historic parts of a

building. Regular client meetings are important to establish requirements and discuss detailed

design proposals. Also important is heading up the team of professionals who will work on this

stage of the project including engineers, designers and financiers.

During the documentation phase, the responsibilities are to capture the design on paper,

producing detailed drawings and using technology such as CAD to test the feasibility of the

design. This stage can involve continual revision and redrawing to incorporate changes based

on the client's requirements, budget and regulations. Once the design documents are

complete, there are then a second set of documents that need to be produced.

These are the construction documents, which translate the design into instructions and

technical specifications for contractors and construction experts. Once the project reaches the

construction stage, the architect will be involved in site visits and meetings, overseeing the

construction and signing off on various pieces of work, negotiating with contractors and dealing

with and resolving any problems that arise.

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5.2 CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

5.2.1 The Civil Engineer

The Civil Engineer plans, designs, constructs and maintains physical infrastructures; ensures

compliance with relevant building codes and safety regulations.

A typical job description for the Civil Engineer may include:

Designs and supervises construction projects such as airports, bridges, channels, dams,

railroads, and roads.

Responsibilities also include estimating costs and personnel and material needs,

preparing proposals and establishing completion dates.

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in

a related area.

Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Performs a variety of complicated tasks.

A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

May report to an executive or a manager.

The Civil Engineer generally has the following responsibilities:

Plans, designs, constructs and maintains physical infrastructures, such as roads, bridges,

channels and dams.

Performs the evaluation and inspection of civil engineering projects to ensure that

standards and requirements are met.

Prepares, maintains and reviews technical documentation, such as drawings and

specifications, for civil engineering projects.

Follows applicable building codes and safety regulations relevant to civil engineering.

5.2.2 The Structural Engineer

The Structural Engineer participates in the design, analysis and construction of structures that

can withstand various loads and pressures; ensures compliance with relevant building codes

and safety regulations.

A typical job description for the Structural Engineer may include:

Designs load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as buildings, bridges, or

roadways.

Performs analysis of building materials for use in construction.

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Develops blueprints or specifications for use during construction and ensures all

projects comply with applicable codes and regulations.

Determines cause of structural failures, damages, and defects through site

investigations.

Provides reports detailing investigations and assessment of damages to the structure.

The Structural Engineer generally has the following responsibilities:

Designs and analyzes load-bearing structures or structural elements, such as buildings,

bridges, or roadways

Conducts site investigations and inspections of structural engineering projects; provides

suggestions for structural engineering projects to ensure that standards and

requirements are met.

Prepares, maintains and reviews technical documentation such as blueprints,

specifications and reports for structural engineering projects.

Follows applicable building codes and safety regulations in structural engineering

5.3 QUANTITY SURVEYOR Quantity surveyors are responsible for the cost of any building project - from initial estimates,

right through to the final acquisition of materials. Quantity surveyors focus on providing clients

value for money while adhering to the strict regulations which govern every aspect of the

construction industry.

Quantity surveyors’ main roles are:

managing the finances for any kind of construction project

working to keep the project on time

working to keep the project within the budget

making sure that construction costs and production are managed as efficiently as

possible

resolving disputes between contracting parties.

preparing insurance replacement estimates for all kinds of buildings, including houses.

Before the project, the quantity surveyors calculate a budget based on their client's

requirements. They prepare detailed estimates to ensure the budget is sufficient for each stage

of construction.

Their main task is to find out what a construction project will cost, including materials, labour,

and services.

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5.4 CONTRACTOR A building contractor is engaged in the planning, developing and coordinating of activities

which coincide with the building of the structure. The building contractor is the individual who

oversees the construction and ensures that all necessary measures are taken to result in the

completed finished product.

The building contractor carries out his/her general duties by supervising employees, planning

how the project will be carried out and completing the project in a manner which coincides

with all laws, rules and regulations which may be in existence and correlate with construction.

There are many duties which a building contractor must complete on a daily basis in order to

ensure that the construction project is completed in a timely and correct manner. The first duty

of the building contractor is to implement a plan in which to carry out the construction project.

This extends anywhere from hiring workers to developing a step-by-step timeline that the

project will follow from start to finish.

In addition to implementing the construction plan, the building contractor is responsible for

hiring, supervising and, at times, firing employees who work on the specific project with the

contractor. The building contractor must also take care of payroll with regard to the workers

and engage in payroll functions or hire someone to do so for the contractor.

The building contractor is also responsible for obtaining materials for the project. Since

construction projects cannot be completed without the necessary building materials, it is up to

the contractor to acquire goods to build the structures. This involves various forms of

correspondence with necessary material suppliers.

The contractor is also has the task to acquire all necessary licenses and permits from relevant

entities so that the building project can begin. These range anywhere from building licenses to

zoning permits and there are many regulations that relate to these documents which each

building contractor must follow in order to engage in construction.

The building contractor must also do his/her research regarding relevant regulations and laws

to the construction process. There are many laws which state when, where and how a building

contractor and his crew should build in certain areas. These must be recognized and followed

by building contractors in order to complete the project in a law-abiding manner.

Budget issues are another item which relate to the duties of a building contractor. The building

contractor must establish a budget for the construction project and follow that budget as

closely as possible. This will allow the building contractor to obtain supplies, hire workers and

finish the construction in a cost-efficient manner. Instituting and following budgets is a serious

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matter which building contractors should be concerned with as they ensure that the project will

be completed as was envisioned in the beginning.

Throughout the construction process, the building contractor is also responsible for reviewing

the progress and implementing any changes along the way. The building contractor needs to

follow the specific building project closely and make changes when he/she deems it necessary

to do so.

Lastly, the building contractor is the individual who deals with all emergencies and surprises

which relate to the project and occur on-site and sometimes off-site as well. This individual is

the one which many parties go to should they need assistance with an emergency issue that

has just arisen.

5.5 ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEER

5.5.1 The Electrical Engineer

The electrical engineer manages the design, construction and maintenance of various electrical

systems and components in buildings and structures; ensures compliance with relevant building

codes and safety regulations.

A typical job description for the Electrical Engineer may include:

Designs, tests, installs, and maintains large-scale electronic equipment or machinery for

use in manufacturing or power generation or transmission.

May use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform

assignments.

Applies principles and techniques of electrical engineering to accomplish goals.

Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

The Electrical Engineer generally has the following responsibilities:

Uses various equipment and tools to manage the design, construction and maintenance

of various electrical systems and components, including power distribution and

telecommunications, in buildings and structures.

Performs the evaluation and inspection of electrical engineering projects to ensure that

standards and requirements are met.

Prepares, maintains and reviews technical documentation, such as drawings and

specifications, for electrical engineering projects.

Follows applicable building codes and safety regulations in electrical engineering.

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5.5.2 The Mechanical Engineer

The Mechanical Engineer manages the planning, design, construction and maintenance of

various mechanical systems in buildings and structures; ensures compliance with relevant

building codes and safety regulations.

A typical job description for the Mechanical Engineer may include:

Designs, develops, and tests all aspects of mechanical components, equipment, and

machinery.

Applies knowledge of engineering principles to design products such as engines,

instruments, controls, robots, machines, etc.

May be involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and/or repair of

mechanical products.

Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and 4-6 years of experience in the field or in

a related area.

Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Performs a variety of complicated tasks.

May report to an executive or a manager.

A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

The Mechanical Engineer generally has the following responsibilities:

Manages the planning, design, construction and maintenance of various mechanical

systems, including Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) and rain gutter

systems, in buildings and structures.

Performs the evaluation and inspection of mechanical engineering projects to ensure

that standards and requirements are met.

Prepares, maintains and reviews technical documentation, such as drawings and

specifications, for mechanical engineering projects.

Follows applicable building codes and safety regulations in mechanical engineering.

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6 PROPOSED LAYOUT PLAN

6.1 GROUND FLOOR

The ground floor consists mostly of carpark space as the carpark serves a dual purpose. In the night, a

large portion of the parking space is closed up to allow for the night market to be set up.

The food court building itself measures 25m x 19m, with each food stall measuring 3m x 3m.

60m

50m

Entrance

Exit

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6.2 FIRST FLOOR

The first floor consists of food stalls and tables that are arranged in a scattered manner. Most of the

tables are placed nearer to the walls as it allows for a greater view for anyone who is eating at the food

court.

25m

19m

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6.3 SECOND FLOOR

Similar to the first floor, most of the tables are near the windows as they enable people to have a good

view while eating their food.

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