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In the construction industry, what does procurement refer to?
In the construction industry, what does procurement refer to?
- The processes of maintaining and repairing existing buildings
- The processes and procedures involved in acquiring an asset (building) (correct)
- The processes of designing and constructing a new project
- The processes of marketing and selling construction materials
Who typically performs the role of a 'procurement manager' in the built environment?
Who typically performs the role of a 'procurement manager' in the built environment?
- Government regulatory bodies ensuring compliance with procurement regulations
- Various actors within the project such as clients, project managers, and specialist consultants (correct)
- Architects and engineers involved in the design phase of the project
- General contractors responsible for overseeing the construction process
What does the text suggest about procurement in the built environment?
What does the text suggest about procurement in the built environment?
- It has evolved into a distinct discipline or profession (correct)
- It is solely the responsibility of construction contractors
- It is a relatively minor aspect of project development
- It is primarily managed by government agencies
What does the concept of procurement extend to, according to the text?
What does the concept of procurement extend to, according to the text?
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How is the role of procurement typically distributed in the construction industry?
How is the role of procurement typically distributed in the construction industry?
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What is the primary focus of the course EDS512: Cost Engineering?
What is the primary focus of the course EDS512: Cost Engineering?
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During which phase does the text mention the role of a cost engineer in contractor selection?
During which phase does the text mention the role of a cost engineer in contractor selection?
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What distinguishes the cost engineering function from the design engineering function?
What distinguishes the cost engineering function from the design engineering function?
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Who are the listed course instructors for EDS512: Cost Engineering?
Who are the listed course instructors for EDS512: Cost Engineering?
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What is the duration of the EDS512: Cost Engineering course?
What is the duration of the EDS512: Cost Engineering course?
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