* stay within the agreed budget and deadlines
* produce detailed works, drawings, sketches, plans and specifications
* specify the nature and quality of the materials to be used
* negotiate with contractors and other professionals
* prepare applications for planning and construction
* prepare documentation for contractors
* supervise and co-coordinate the work of contractors
* supervise and control the project from start to finish
* regularly visit the construction to monitor the progress making sure
* that the project goes ahead and stays within costs
* ensure that the environmental impact of the project is as small as possible