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?

    <p>To cope with the increasing complexity of modern projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Owns and finances the facility or project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The highly competitive nature and uncertain nature of construction projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Cope with increasing complexity of modern projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of large structures on human development?

    <p>Tremendous impact on social, economic, and cultural fronts</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>To define the roles and responsibilities of the various participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the principal participants in construction projects?

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

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

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

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

    <p>Clearly defining the roles and responsibilities of the various participants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the background material provided in this part regarding?

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

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

    <p>The great pyramids of Egypt</p> Signup and view all the answers

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