Contractors in Construction

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Which professional is responsible for preparing a certificate in construction?

Engineer

Both architect and engineer (correct)

Contractor

Architect

What is the purpose of a Certificate of Substantial Performance?

To attest that the contract is fully complete

To attest that the contract is partially complete (correct)

To attest that the contract is not complete

To attest that the contract is complete

What is the definition of contract administration?

Services provided by an architect during the construction phase (correct)

Services provided by an architect during the pre-construction phase

Services provided by an architect after the construction phase

Services provided by an architect during the design phase

What is the purpose of general review in construction?

To ensure the progress and quality of the work Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for providing financing information during a construction project?

The client Signup and view all the answers

Who may act as the designated representative of the client/owner during an architectural project?

The advocate architect Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for notifying and coordinating consultants on site?

The architect Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the execution of all the work required for a construction project?

The contractor Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for maintaining an acceptable quality of every element of the construction?

Contractor Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for reviewing the work on site and verifying compliance with contract documents?

Consultant Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for executing the work by selecting all construction methods, techniques, sequences, etc.?

Contractor Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for managing RFIs, submittals, supplemental instructions, and changes to the work?

Project Manager Signup and view all the answers

During the construction phase, the architect's role is primarily to

Coordinate the services of consultants Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the architect during the construction phase?

Inspecting the work on site Signup and view all the answers

What is the architect's role in contract administration?

Interpreting contract documents Signup and view all the answers

Who are some of the project stakeholders the architect communicates with during the construction phase?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which document defines the nature and scope of the architect's services during the construction phase?

The client-architect agreement Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main functions of the architect on the construction site?

Review the contractor's performance, provide guidance to the contractor, fulfill performance standards, analyze and adjust the contractor's application for payment Signup and view all the answers

What may require more effort in contract administration?

A project selected through a lowest-price method Signup and view all the answers

Who can assist the architect in performing site reviews?

Interns Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a lien?

A legal claim on real property to satisfy a debt owed to the lien claimant by the property owner. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of contract administration?

To carry out periodic site visits to determine if the work is in conformity with the contract documents. Signup and view all the answers

What are the office functions of contract administration?

Review and approval of construction documents and samples. Signup and view all the answers

What is the architect's responsibility during general review?

To carry out periodic site visits to determine if the work is in conformity with the contract documents. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT the architect's responsibility during the construction phase of a building project?

Ensuring job-site safety Signup and view all the answers

What are some typical types of documentation during the construction phase of a building project?

Formal correspondence and e-mails Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of construction contract administration?

Supervising construction activities Signup and view all the answers

During which stage of a building project does construction contract administration work take place?

Construction phase Signup and view all the answers

What should the architect avoid assuming responsibility for when discussing the scope of their services with the client?

Site safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of accurate and thorough documentation during the construction phase of a project?

To provide a project history Signup and view all the answers