Construction Project Participants

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Why is the construction industry considered a service rather than a manufacturing industry?

Because it involves the creation of physical infrastructure rather than mass production of goods (correct)

Because it has a direct impact on cultural development

Due to its heavy reliance on technology and machinery

As it primarily focuses on providing customer support for building projects

What is the main objective of construction project management?

To control time, quality, and cost (correct)

To conduct scientific research in the field of construction

To maximize profits for the construction organization

To focus solely on improving construction safety

What are the 4 'M's' that efficient construction project management aims to utilize?

Manpower, Materials, Machinery, Money (correct)

Manpower, Machines, Management, Money

Materials, Maintenance, Marketing, Manufacturing

Management, Maintenance, Monitoring, Marketing

Why is efficient management considered a key to the success of any construction organization?

To cope with the increasing complexity of modern projects Signup and view all the answers

What does the owner (or client) do in the context of a construction project?

Owns and finances the facility or project Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the reasons for cost overruns, time extensions, and conflicts in construction projects?

The highly competitive nature and uncertain nature of construction projects Signup and view all the answers

Why is growth in the construction industry considered an indicator of economic growth?

Because it is linked to a large number of trades and interacts with the manufacturing industry Signup and view all the answers

What does a scientific approach to construction project management help participants do?

Cope with increasing complexity of modern projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of large structures on human development?

Tremendous impact on social, economic, and cultural fronts Signup and view all the answers

Why is the twentieth century marked by rapid development in technology and materials?

Due to rapid pace of developments in science and technology made by people across the planet Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of understanding the environment in which a construction project is initiated?

To define the roles and responsibilities of the various participants Signup and view all the answers

Who are the principal participants in construction projects?

Owner, architect/engineer, consultant, general contractor, and subcontractors Signup and view all the answers

What does a suitable arrangement of construction project participants depend on?

The nature of the project, the size of each participant, and project objectives and constraints Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest as important for bringing a construction project to success?

Clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of the various participants Signup and view all the answers

What is the background material provided in this part regarding?

Organizational aspects of selecting the project participants, contract type, and project delivery approach Signup and view all the answers

What are early examples of largesize landmarks mentioned in the text?

The great pyramids of Egypt Signup and view all the answers

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Why is the construction industry considered a service rather than a manufacturing industry?

What is the main objective of construction project management?

What are the 4 'M's' that efficient construction project management aims to utilize?

Why is efficient management considered a key to the success of any construction organization?

What does the owner (or client) do in the context of a construction project?

What are some of the reasons for cost overruns, time extensions, and conflicts in construction projects?

Why is growth in the construction industry considered an indicator of economic growth?

What does a scientific approach to construction project management help participants do?

What is the impact of large structures on human development?

Why is the twentieth century marked by rapid development in technology and materials?

What is the main purpose of understanding the environment in which a construction project is initiated?

Who are the principal participants in construction projects?

What does a suitable arrangement of construction project participants depend on?

What does the text suggest as important for bringing a construction project to success?

What is the background material provided in this part regarding?

What are early examples of largesize landmarks mentioned in the text?

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