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Challenges for Architects in Project Management

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What is a common step in the process of selecting an architect for a project?

Issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs) with only a fee proposal requirement

Asking the firm to present design schemes at a face-to-face interview (correct)

Providing design work for free before being awarded the commission

Engaging in financial negotiations before the technical proposal review

What is considered unprofessional and may result in professional misconduct?

Presenting design work for free before being awarded the commission (correct)

Selecting an architect through a competitive process

Involving the client in financial negotiations before reviewing technical proposals

Providing basic firm information in a one-stage process

What is a key benefit of Quality-Based Selection (QBS) for selecting architects?

It allows evaluation and negotiation based on best value delivered to the client (correct)

It ensures the lowest fee is always accepted by the client

It does not involve any face-to-face interviews

It is a widely practiced method in Canada but not in the United States

What is the purpose of architectural design competitions?

To ensure appropriate compensation and adherence to regulations Signup and view all the answers

What might happen if a firm does not achieve the minimum technical score in the proposal evaluation process?

The client discontinues negotiations without penalty Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of design competitions as opposed to other selection methods?

They require compensation for all competing firms Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of Quality-Based Selection (QBS) in selecting architects?

It prioritizes ranking proponents based on their technical merits only Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Quality-Based Selection (QBS) from other methods of selecting architects?

It allows negotiation based on best value to the client, not lowest fee Signup and view all the answers

What might be a consequence of providing design work for free before being awarded the commission?

A finding of professional misconduct in some jurisdictions Signup and view all the answers

What common step might occur after reviewing the firm's technical proposal during the selection process?

Holding a face-to-face interview with the firm based on their proposal Signup and view all the answers