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4.3 Carryingout Repair &MaintenanceWorks4.3.4(c) Scope of Services by Project Consultant (continues)• administer the contract;• certify stage completion of works, interim payments and claims from thecontractor; and• certify completion, and monitor defect rectification, etc.(ii)Other Building ProfessionalsWhen the maintenance works involve specialized works, upgrading orimprovement works, then the OC may have to engage professionals ofappropriate disciplines to assist the Project Consultant for assuring quality.Examples are:• Registered Structural Engineer (RSE) for major structural repairs or newadditions of structures;• Quantity Surveyor for complex and large scale maintenance works;• Building Services Engineer for major works in air conditioning, fire serviceinstallations or lift repairs; or• Geotechnical Engineers to deal with problems relating to slope or retainingstructures, etc.They may either be included under the consultant's service or separatelyemployed by the OC by independent agreements. Their appointment shouldbe considered at the end of Stage 1 when owners have received the reporton the conditions of the building and recommendations from the buildingprofessional on the scope of works and the need of further professionalengagement.(iii)Specialist ConsultantsSpecialists like termite and pest control consultants, underground drainsurvey specialists, asbestos consultants, swimming pool design consultants,etc., may also be required.SELECTING THE APPROPRIATE SOLUTIONS