who we are
Notum provides Assigned Certifier services in accordance with Statutory Instrument No. 9 of 2014 and the Code of Practice for Inspecting and Certifying Buildings and Works (published by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government).
Notum takes a logical approach based upon appropriate professional judgement and risk assessment, recognising that it is crucial to have an overview of the construction period while integrating best practices from design all the way to completion.
our
approach
We have developed the following specific management mechanisms to ensure the correct level of engagement and collaboration can be achieved to ensure proper certification of the project:
Development of project specific BC(A)R strategies.
Introductory and briefing meetings for all personnel undertaking BC(A)R Duties on the project.
BC(A)R Review Meetings.
Milestone reviews at regular intervals.
Identification of Stakeholders, package owners and Ancillary Certifiers of all levels.
Co-ordinate a risk review workshop of the project with the Design Team and the Builder.
The provision of an administered File Management System (Zutec).
A dedicated package review of contractor deliverables and ancillary certificates of compliance.
our
methodology
In undertaking the role of Assigned Certifier, we have implemented procedures in accordance with best practice, following the RIAI Code of Practice for Designer and Certifier Roles.
We have developed specific expertise in delivering the BC(A)R Service in all sectors of the construction industry, and built solid working relationships with numerous local authorities across the country.
The following tasks are adopted in order
to demonstrate compliance with BC(A)R:
Inception to Statutory Permission
Detail Design and Tender Information
Post Tender & Project Planning /
Pre-submission of the Commencement Notice
Lodgement of the Commencement Notice, Construction and Completion Stage
Construction Stage including site inspections
Completion Stage including lodgement of the
Certificate of Compliance on Completion
our clients
chris patterson
Chris has over 20 years experience in the construction industry, working in Ireland, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. He has worked in the capacities of Senior Architect, Project Architect, Site / Resident Architect, Employer’s Representative, Design Architect and BC(A)R Assigned and Design Certifier, and have tendered and administered contracts including the GCCC, Design & Build and Public Private Partnerships, in addition to other forms of contract. His management and interpersonal skills enable him to maintain high service levels on several projects simultaneously, and to continually improve the management and manner in which work is delivered and the process employed to attain it, including overall leadership of quality control systems.
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