Construction Management

What is the primary purpose of a critical path method (CPM) schedule?

• To estimate project costs.

• To identify the shortest possible project duration.

• To manage material procurement.

• To track employee attendance.

Which document outlines the contractual relationship between the owner and the contractor?

• Submittal log

• Request for Information (RFI)

• Construction contract

• Meeting minutes

What does "RFIs" stand for in construction?

• Required Field Inspections

• Request for Information

• Retained Financial Investments

• Revised Foundation Installations

What is a "change order" in construction?

• A document approving a new subcontractor.

• A modification to the original scope of work.

• A request for a payment extension.

• A notice of project completion.

What is the Earned Value Management (EVM) technique used for?

• Material inventory control.

• Project performance measurement.

• Safety inspection scheduling.

• Equipment maintenance tracking.

Which of the following is a common risk mitigation strategy in construction?

• Ignoring potential hazards.

• Transferring risk through insurance.

• Delaying project schedules.

What is the purpose of a punch list?

• To list subcontractors’ contact information.

• To document remaining minor work items.

• To track daily labor hours.

• To schedule project meetings.

What does "OSHA" stand for?

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration

• Operational Site Hazard Assessment

• Office of Structural Hazard Analysis

• Organization of Sustainable Housing Architects

What is "value engineering"?

• Reducing project quality to lower costs.

• Analyzing and optimizing project costs without sacrificing function.

• Increasing project budgets for aesthetic improvements.

• Replacing skilled labor with unskilled workers.

What is a "submittal" in construction?

• A contractor's payment request.

• A document showing proposed materials and equipment.

• A notice of safety violation.

• A request for a project extension.