Design Project Management Quiz

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Which of the following is NOT covered in this chapter?

Project management as a separate professional service

Fundamental processes and select tools appropriate for architectural practice (correct)

Types of Design-Construction Program Delivery

Construction management as a form of project delivery

What is the role of the project architect in an architectural project?

Providing detailed information about applications and methodologies

Directing and administering the project (correct)

Overseeing the construction phase

Transforming project management standards and processes

What should the architect consider when choosing a project management solution?

The size of the firm

The cost of the solution

The value proposition offered to clients

All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is true about project management standards?

They can be generic or industry-specific Signup and view all the answers

What does a firm's project management methodology demonstrate to clients?

The firm's unique approach to meeting their needs Signup and view all the answers

What has led to a rise in consulting firms specializing in project management services delivery?

Increased expectations of the scope of project management services Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the infrastructure needed to run a practice?

Accounting and payroll systems Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a pivotal area of project management discussed in this chapter?

Project stakeholder management Signup and view all the answers

Which project management approach is based on defining the project scope, estimating costs, establishing completion dates, and following a sequential workflow?

Predictive project management Signup and view all the answers

Which project delivery methods challenge the traditional approach to predictive project management?

Alternate financing and procurement and integrated project delivery Signup and view all the answers

What may result from poor management of change in scope or quality in a design project?

Rework and increased project risk Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the project architect/project manager?

Developing a plan of work Signup and view all the answers

What skills are required for a project architect/project manager?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the project architect in the design project?

Managing the progress of the project Signup and view all the answers

What is the view of the project management community regarding the role of a competent project manager?

A competent project manager can manage any type of project Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following activities is typically NOT involved in the design, construction, and operation of a facility?

Regenerating the existing facility for new uses Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for managing the client's planning/design/construction program?

The architect Signup and view all the answers

What is critical to the sustainability of a design firm?

Establishing who is responsible for the work and deliverables of each project Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of projects in comparison to operational environments?

Projects have a beginning and an end Signup and view all the answers