Question 1

The project delivery method in which only one firm is contracted for both design and construction of the building is called the
A)CMAR method.
B)CMAA method.
C)IPD method.
D)design- bid- build method.
E)design- build method.

Accepted Answer

The design-build method is the project delivery method in which only one firm is contracted for both design and construction of the building. The other options are different project delivery methods - CMAR stands for Construction Manager at Risk, CMAA stands for Construction Management Association of America, IPD stands for Integrated Project Delivery, and design-bid-build is a method where the owner contracts separately with a designer and a contractor, and the project is put out for bid to multiple contractors.

Question 2

In the CMAR method of project delivery, the CM
A)advises the owner in the selection of the architect and the design team members.
B)advises the design team with respect to the constructability of design decisions and their cost implications.
C)works as the general contractor for the project.
D)only A and B
E)only B and C

Accepted Answer

In the Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) method of project delivery, the Construction Manager (CM) advises the design team on constructability and cost implications (B) and also acts as the general contractor for the project (C). The CM does not typically advise the owner in the selection of the architect and design team members; this is usually done before the CM is brought on board.

Question 3

In which of the three documents (construction documents, bidding documents, and contract documents)are contract modifications included?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In which of the three documents (construction...

Question 4

In most building projects, the consultants are hired by the architect to ensure complete coordination among the tasks of the architect and the consultants. However, in some projects, one or more consultants may be hired directly by the owner (sometimes before the selection of the architect). In such cases, the architect may still be held accountable for any error committed by the owner- appointed consultant(s). Explain why that is so.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In most building projects, the consultants are...

Question 5

What is contained in the program of a building project?

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is contained in the program of...

Question 6

The MasterFormat has two separate divisions called "Specialties" and "Special Construction." What is the difference between them?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The MasterFormat has two separate divisions called...

Question 7

Building design is generally a teamwork comprising several design professionals. Who is the prime design professional in most building projects?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Building design is generally a teamwork comprising...

Question 8

The project delivery method that should ensure the least amount of litigation among parties contributing to the project is the
A)IPD method.
B)design- build method.
C)CMAA method.
D)design- bid- build method.
E)CMAR method.

Accepted Answer

The Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) method is designed to foster collaboration and trust between the owner, designer, and contractor from the beginning of the project. This method encourages teamwork and collective problem-solving, which should reduce the likelihood of disputes and litigation. Therefore, the IPD method should ensure the least amount of litigation among parties contributing to the project.

Question 9

Is the preparation of the program for the project generally included as part of the architect's "basic" services, or is the architect compensated additionally if asked to assist in the preparation of the program?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Is the preparation of the program for...

Question 10

BIM is the most recently developed project delivery method.

Accepted Answer

BIM (Building Information Modeling) is not a project delivery method, but rather a collaborative process for creating and managing information about a building during its lifecycle. BIM can be used with various project delivery methods, such as design-bid-build, construction management-at-risk, and integrated project delivery.

Question 11

In reality, who bears the cost of surety bonds that the GC has to provide to the owner and why?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In reality, who bears the cost of...

Question 12

In which project delivery phase is the decision generally made whether the project is to be designed to earn a certain level of sustainability rating?

Accepted Answer

The answer of In which project delivery phase is the...

Question 13

Which project delivery phase comes after the design phase?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which project delivery phase comes after the...

Question 14

The design phase of a project is generally divided into three stages that are sequential. List these stages in sequential order in spelt- out format along with their acronyms.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The design phase of a project is...

Question 15

In a typical building project, the GC must provide (and pay for)all three surety bonds-bid bond, performance bond, and payment bond-to the owner. In certain situations, the owner may waive bid bond requirement. Mention one such situation.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In a typical building project, the GC...

Question 16

Which division of the MasterFormat contains information that the owner, the design team and the contracting team would not need after the construction contract has been awarded?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which division of the MasterFormat contains information...

Question 17

The textbook shows the sketch of a one- room, hypothetical building that can be used to recollect the sequence of the first few divisions of the MasterFormat. Describe what this building consists of in terms of its structure and the materials used so that someone can sketch it from the description.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The textbook shows the sketch of a...

Question 18

Section 1.6 of the text states that building design and construction contracts in all project delivery methods are two- party contracts with the exception of one project delivery method. Which one is that?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Section 1.6 of the text states that...

Question 19

The predesign phase of the project comprises a number of tasks. Which one of these is of the utmost importance to the design phase?

Accepted Answer

The answer of The predesign phase of the project comprises...

Question 20

During a routine visit to the construction site, the project architect observes that the exterior wall cladding of the building is being installed before installing the windows (that are available on the site). The project architect's experience is that this sequence of construction will compromise the aesthetics and workmanship of the wall and discusses the issue with the general contractor (GC), who disagrees. What should be the project architect's follow- up step?

Accepted Answer

The answer of During a routine visit to the construction...

Quiz 1: An Overview of the Building Delivery Process How Buildings Come Into Being

The project delivery method in which only one firm is contracted for both design and construction of the building is called the

In the CMAR method of project delivery, the CM