Mastering In-House Project Team Management
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What is the role of the project architect?

  • Design team leader
  • Project manager
  • Architect
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What does this chapter not cover?

  • Project management processes
  • Types of Design-Construction Program Delivery (correct)
  • Fundamental processes and select tools appropriate for architectural practice
  • All of the above

    • Which areas of project management are pivotal to project success?

  • Scope management, schedule management, and risk management (correct)
  • Scope management, schedule management, and project procurement management
  • Scope management, schedule management, and project stakeholder management
  • Scope management, schedule management, and project cost management

    • Which chapter discusses project stakeholder management?

    <p>Chapter 5.2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which project management approach is based on predictive project management?

    <p>Traditional approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may result in one of project management's biggest pitfalls?

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

    Which organization developed the project management body of knowledge?

    <p>Project Management Institute</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the fundamental elements of managing projects?

    <p>Scope, schedule, cost, and quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Increased expectations of clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the key skills required for a project architect?

    <p>Design, building technology, document production, and contract administration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a benefit that may be included in the architect's business case?

    <p>Stronger footholds in existing markets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is pivotal to managing project scope?

    <p>Having a complete grasp of the requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the sources of requirements for an architectural project?

    <p>The client, building users, authorities having jurisdiction, and any stakeholder with an interest in the project</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key factor in achieving both architectural and financial objectives in a project?

    <p>Identifying the manpower and skills required</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the project manager do before starting work on a project?

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

    What does project scope include?

    <p>The activities of the services being delivered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the client's business case link?

    <p>The client's strategic need with a desired program or project outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'project' in the context of design and construction?

    <p>A single endeavor undertaken by stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for an architect in delivering professional services?

    <p>Understanding the relationships between multiple individual projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is clarity important in managing design projects?

    <p>To avoid misunderstandings of scope and responsibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a firm's project management methodology from project management standards?

    <p>It is a core competency that demonstrates a firm's unique approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which individual is generally responsible for managing and coordinating the work and communications for the entire project organization?

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

    What is a disadvantage of virtual teams?

    <p>Increased project costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the project manager?

    <p>Leading a diverse team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When might a co-located team be warranted?

    <p>When the project is complex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT covered in this chapter?

    <p>Applications and methodologies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must each firm do in order to develop core competencies and competitive advantage?

    <p>Transform project management standards and processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the architect be mindful of when choosing a project management solution?

    <p>The value proposition offered to clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the fundamental elements of managing projects?

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

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

    <p>Increased expectations of clients</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>To provide architectural design expertise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the systems that allow for the efficient and effective management of projects?

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

    What is the key factor in achieving both architectural and financial objectives in a project?

    <p>The size of the project team</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should the project manager review before starting work on a project?

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

    What is the first step in scope management using a traditional project planning model?

    <p>Collecting project requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the client's business case?

    <p>To link the client organization's strategic need with a desired program or project outcome</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key factor in achieving both architectural and financial objectives in a project?

    <p>Integrated project delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may result in one of project management's biggest pitfalls?

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

    Why is clarity important in managing design projects?

    <p>To enhance stakeholder satisfaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'project' in the context of design and construction?

    <p>An endeavor from inception to operations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit that may be included in the architect's business case?

    <p>Increased project scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in achieving both architectural and financial objectives in a project?

    <p>Effective communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the term 'project' in the context of design and construction?

    <p>A single endeavor undertaken by a variety of stakeholders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the sources of requirements for an architectural project?

    <p>Client, building users, neighbours, and authorities having jurisdiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is crucial for an architect in delivering professional services?

    <p>Understanding the relationships between individual projects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must each architecture firm develop in order to manage the work involved in delivering its design services?

    <p>A methodology for managing the design project</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    Which of the following is a responsibility of the project architect?

    <p>Managing and coordinating the work and communications for the entire project organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disadvantage of virtual teams in design projects?

    <p>Inefficient multi-tasking</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in achieving both architectural and financial objectives in a project?

    <p>Effective communication and collaboration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required of the project architect to enhance the performance of a virtual team?

    <p>Effective communication planning</p> Signup and view all the answers

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