Through full project management implementation, UNOPS assists partners by taking the full burden of implementing the physical infrastructure component of their programme, reducing complexity and risk whilst increasing efficiency.
UNOPS works with full involvement and close consultation of partners. The partner is usually a key member of the UNOPS project board leaving them with control and knowledge of their projects, but not the burden or responsibility.
All three modalities provide professional project management that includes: planning, full time active supervision, contract management, quality control and occupational health and safety monitoring. In house technically skilled managers and project personnel ensure high quality, low risk, efficient and rapid implementation.
These types of projects can also be referred to as "turn-key" projects, as UNOPS hands them over to partners in a ready-to-use condition.
UNOPS offers three basic turn-key modalities:
The modality selection will depend on the partner goals, local physical and financial environment and the skills base available in the country.