Construction Management Basics
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What are the primary objectives of Construction Management (CM)?

  • Controlling project scope, time, and cost (correct)
  • Minimizing project owner's involvement
  • Maximizing project designer's satisfaction
  • Prioritizing project aesthetics over functionality
  • What do practitioners of construction management use to oversee the construction process?

  • Project management techniques and software (correct)
  • Basic construction tools
  • Trial and error methods
  • Architectural drawings only
  • When are contractors assigned to a construction project?

  • During the design or after it has been completed (correct)
  • At the project closeout stage
  • At the beginning of the planning phase
  • After the construction has started
  • How is the contractor selected for a construction project according to project delivery method?

    <p>Low-bid selection, best-value selection, or qualifications-based selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are professional construction managers hired for?

    <p>Large-scaled, high budget undertakings (commercial real estate, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, and military infrastructure)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of Construction Management (CM)?

    <p>Maximizing the project owner's satisfaction by controlling scope, time, and cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common selection methods for choosing a contractor for a construction project?

    <p>Low-bid selection, best-value selection, or qualifications-based selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of projects are professional construction managers typically hired for?

    <p>Large-scaled, high budget undertakings such as commercial real estate and transportation infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What knowledge do construction managers possess?

    <p>Knowledge and experience in the field of business management and building science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the project management triangle (triple constraints) in CM refer to?

    <p>Quality, scope, time, and cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary aim of Construction Management (CM)?

    <p>To control the quality of a project's scope, time, and cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of contractors in a construction project?

    <p>They are assigned during or after the design phase through a bidding process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do professional construction managers use to oversee the construction process?

    <p>Project management techniques and software</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are contractors typically hired for large-scaled, high budget undertakings?

    <p>Capital projects such as commercial real estate, transportation infrastructure, industrial facilities, and military infrastructure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the common selection methods for choosing a contractor for a construction project?

    <p>Low-bid selection, best-value selection, or qualifications-based selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Objectives of Construction Management (CM)

    • The primary aim of CM is to oversee and manage construction projects to ensure they are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

    Role of Contractors

    • Contractors are assigned to a construction project after the design phase, before the construction phase begins.
    • Contractors are selected for a construction project based on the project delivery method.
    • Contractors play a crucial role in a construction project, responsible for executing the work according to the project plans and specifications.

    Professional Construction Managers

    • Professional construction managers are hired to oversee the construction process, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
    • Professional construction managers are typically hired for large-scaled, high-budget projects that require specialized knowledge and expertise.
    • Construction managers possess knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations, as well as project management skills.

    Project Management Triangle

    • The project management triangle (triple constraints) in CM refers to the balance between time, cost, and quality.

    Selecting Contractors

    • Common selection methods for choosing a contractor for a construction project include competitive bidding, negotiated contracts, and construction management at-risk.

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    Test your knowledge of construction management with this quiz on project scope, time, cost control, and project management techniques. Learn about the roles and responsibilities of construction managers in overseeing the planning, design, and construction phases.

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