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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?

    <p>To ensure the progress and quality of the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The client</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The advocate architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for notifying and coordinating consultants on site?

    <p>The architect</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Consultant</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Contractor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Project Manager</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Coordinate the services of consultants</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Inspecting the work on site</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the architect's role in contract administration?

    <p>Interpreting contract documents</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>The client-architect agreement</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What may require more effort in contract administration?

    <p>A project selected through a lowest-price method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who can assist the architect in performing site reviews?

    <p>Interns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a lien?

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

    What is the purpose of contract administration?

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

    What are the office functions of contract administration?

    <p>Review and approval of construction documents and samples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the architect's responsibility during general review?

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

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

    <p>Ensuring job-site safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Formal correspondence and e-mails</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Supervising construction activities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Construction phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Site safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To provide a project history</p> Signup and view all the answers

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