30 Questions
Who is typically responsible for the management of the design project in a design-construction program?
The architect
Which term is often confused with the project manager, but refers to the individual within the conventional hierarchy?
Project architect
What is the responsibility of the program manager in a design-construction program?
Harmonious oversight of the many projects
Which project delivery method has seen increased integration of design and construction activities?
Integrated project delivery (IPD)
Which project delivery method fundamentally alters the supply chain relationships in the design-construction sector?
Public-Private Partnership
Which project delivery method involves a multi-party contract where the owner, architect, engineers, constructor, and major trades share in the rewards of the successful project?
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD)
Which project delivery method is controversial due to the costs for financing and the hidden costs of 'risk transfer' to the private sector?
Public-Private Partnership
Which project delivery method places the architect in a direct relationship with the owner, as opposed to the design-build delivery method where the builder mediates in the owner-architect relationship?
Design-Bid-Build
Which type of contract combines elements of fee for construction management services with a guaranteed price for construction work?
CCDC 5B
What is the role of an advocate architect in the design-build process?
To act in the interests of the owner
What is the main advantage of the design-build approach?
Single entity responsible for both design and construction
What is the responsibility of a construction manager in the construction process?
To provide construction budget and guaranteed maximum price
Which one of the following best describes a Construction Manager?
An individual or company employed to oversee and direct the construction elements of a project.
What is the main difference between Design-Build and traditional project delivery methods?
Design-Build involves a single business entity providing both design services and construction, while traditional methods involve separate contracts for design and construction.
In the context of program and project management, what does the term 'program' refer to?
A group of related projects managed in a coordinated way to obtain benefits and control.
Who is responsible for managing a project's scope, schedule, cost, quality, and resources?
Project Manager
Which method is designed to break down the envelope between the design project and the construction project?
Integrated project delivery (IPD)
What are the four major phases of the integrated project delivery approach?
Validation, design, implementation, and warranty
What is the main difference between 'project management' and 'construction management'?
Under project management, the project manager has a contract with the client and employs the architectural and engineering consultants, whereas under construction management, the owner engages the architectural and engineering consultants and hires a construction manager.
What is the purpose of the collaborative culture in the design-construction industry?
To transform a culture of competition to one of collaboration
During which phase is the project manager hired?
Pre-design phase
What are the advantages of the Just-in-Time approach?
Fast-tracking, partnering, systems architecture, and strong incentives for repeat work
What is the Turnkey method primarily described as?
A project delivery method that includes various real estate functions as well as design and construction
In which type of projects is the Unit Rates method primarily used?
Heavy civil engineering work
What should the architect ensure when using the Unit Rates method?
Unit rates are applied only to the design and documentation phases
What are the three phases of a typical project management project?
Design, bid, build
Which of the following is NOT a phase in the life cycle of a traditional design-bid-build project?
Construction contract tendering
What is a characteristic of the design-bid-build project delivery method?
The architect holds responsibility for protecting the public interest
When is construction management more commonly used?
When the design team is augmented with a construction manager at an early stage
What is the difference between a CCDC 5A contract and a CCDC 5B contract?
CCDC 5A contract includes a fixed fee payment for the construction manager's services, while CCDC 5B contract includes a fixed fee payment and payment for the construction manager's services based on a percentage of construction cost
Test your knowledge on integrated project delivery (IPD) and how it breaks down the barriers between design and construction projects. This quiz will cover the benefits, features, and process of IPD, as well as its impact on teamwork and collaboration.
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