CLC sets out digital competencies framework

The core transferable competencies are:

The core specialist competencies are:

Detailed appendices take these basic 10 competencies and turn them into capability statements that can be used as knowledge, skill and behaviour statements when writing a competency framework for an organisation.

The framework has been developed independently of the Information Management Initiative (IMI). However, the competencies advocated support the implementation of the IMI, said the CLC.

The framework document calls on the government to do its part by:

Furthermore, the CLC said: “Clients have an important role in supporting digital competency in the built environment. This includes upskilling and competence development of their own staff, as well as raising awareness of the benefits that can be achieved through holistic, integrated use of digital solutions that deliver strategic outcomes on their projects.”

John O’Connor, group commercial director and Europe hub clients and markets director at Laing O’Rourke, is the chair of the CLC working group that developed the framework. He said: “The report does not advocate specific tools or technologies. Instead, it is a framework for building the right culture, mindset and behaviours, as tools alone will not transform our industry, but people will.

“The rewards of building digital competency are tangible: improved productivity, enhanced safety (onsite and cybersecurity), and likely cost benefits. Additionally, it equips us to make improved decisions, collaborate with greater effectiveness, and deliver outcomes that benefit both society and the environment."

He concluded: “Our aim is to support leaders across the built environment in embedding digital competency into their organisations. I encourage you to explore the categories of competency, evaluate your own organisation’s capabilities, and take action to embed these principles across your organisation. Together, we can create a digitally confident built environment where people are equipped to deliver better outcomes across the sector.”