2. Comms in Construction Quiz 12 questions

The main role of the architect is to:

• Design buildings and structures

• Manage construction projects

• Supervise construction workers

• Handle financial aspects of construction

A variation order can be signed by which one of the following?

• Clerk of works

• Structural surveyor

• Quantity surveyor

• Procurement officer

Who out of the construction team will visit site on occasions, on behalf of the local authority, to confirm that Building Regulations are being observed?

• Site Manager

• Building Inspector

• Project Engineer

• Architect

Answer explanation

Also known as Building Control Officer BCO

Who out of the following is known as a craft operative?

• Structural engineer

• Surveyor

• Electrician

• Groundworker

Which trade would install a lintel?

• Plumber

• Electrician

• Tiler

• Bricklayer

If a subcontractor is unable to continue with an installation due to problems with the building fabric, they should speak to:

• The project manager

• The site supervisor for main contractor

• The client

• The architect

What does the building services engineer do?

• Designs and maintains building systems They design the internal services in the building, which will be cost effective, environmentally sensitive with good maintenance access

• Manages construction projects

• Oversees financial planning

• Handles legal compliance

Which regulations would the local water authority inspector be concerned about?

• Water Quality Standards

• Wastewater Treatment Regulations

• Stormwater Management Guidelines

• All of those listed are in conjunction with the water regulations

Which of the following best describes the differences between the roles of the procurement officer and the estimator?

• Procurement officers focus on acquiring goods and services, while estimators focus on calculating costs.

• Procurement officers calculate costs, while estimators acquire goods and services.

• Both procurement officers and estimators focus on acquiring goods and services.

• Both procurement officers and estimators focus on calculating costs.

Which professional is responsible for ensuring that a building project complies with all relevant safety regulations?

• Architect

• Safety Officer

• Project Manager

• Quantity Surveyor