Construction and Project Management Responsibilities

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What is the primary purpose of Cost Management in construction management?

To review design and constructability

To track project schedule and funding

To ensure all aspects of project delivery are executed safely

To monitor and control project costs to stay within budget (correct)

Which responsibility is NOT typically associated with Schedule Analysis in Project Management?

Track/monitor project schedule

Review contract submittals

Review contractor pre-qualification (correct)

Review packaging and sequencing of contracts

What is the main focus of Change Management in construction projects?

Reviewing and approving changes to project scope (correct)

Ensuring contractor pre-qualification

Ensuring environmental compliance

Avoiding claims by contractors

Which task falls under Contract Compliance responsibilities in Construction Management?

Reviewing contract submittals Signup and view all the answers

What is the overarching goal of Health and Safety responsibilities in construction projects?

Minimizing risks to workers Signup and view all the answers

In construction management, what does Environmental, Health, and Safety primarily focus on?

Worker safety and environmental compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of subjecting construction methods and material alternatives to value analysis?

To optimize cost and time in the construction process Signup and view all the answers

Why are cost budgets ranging from preliminary to final prepared as the design phase nears completion?

To optimize planning and budgeting for the construction project Signup and view all the answers

What action is taken when long delivery periods for materials are involved?

Initiate procurement as soon as detailed purchasing specifications can be drawn Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain a good working relationship with various outside parties during field construction management?

To ensure smooth progress and successful project completion Signup and view all the answers

What is typically the responsibility of a project manager in field construction management?

Overseeing all aspects of the construction project Signup and view all the answers

How are construction methods chosen during the design phase?

Based on favorable cost characteristics and availability of labor and equipment Signup and view all the answers

What does procurement refer to in project stages?

Ordering, expediting, and delivering key project equipment and materials Signup and view all the answers

Which function may or may not be handled separately from the construction process itself?

Procurement Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Construction Management (CM)?

Ensuring all construction aspects are executed safely, on time, within budget, and meeting standards Signup and view all the answers

What signifies substantial completion of a project during the construction stage?

Gaining beneficial use of the facility by the owner Signup and view all the answers

What does Program Management (PgM) primarily focus on?

Managing multiple projects within a program Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility of Project Management (PM)?

Ensuring projects are completed within schedule Signup and view all the answers

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