Organizational Structure and Management Principles

Clearly defined objectives serve as a guide for future planning and actions.

The simplest organization that achieves the desired objective is considered the best.

Departmentalization is necessary to achieve smoother operations in large organizations.

<p>Training enhances the skills, knowledge, and behaviors necessary for efficient task performance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Functionalism dictates that the organization should align around the main business functions rather than individual roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Limited span of control refers to the optimal number of subordinates an executive can manage effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Common training approaches include on-the-job training, classroom settings, and role playing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Project titles provide clarity on the main goals and deliverables of the project work.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main phases are inception, planning, execution, testing, and certification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A well-structured organization provides necessary support and guidance, ensuring that projects are managed effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Misaligned project organizations can have detrimental effects, leading to poorly run projects and negative outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The organizational structure directly impacts a project manager's authority, which in turn influences project operations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Factors include manpower, materials, money, and machines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To depict the hierarchical relationships and clarify the roles of each individual in the project.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Each project has unique characteristics that require tailored organizational approaches for effective management.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Project organization guides a construction team by providing clear structure and roles, leading to better cooperation and coordination.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides clarity on roles, facilitates effective communication, and enhances coordination among team members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elements include the definition of organization, structure elements, major elements of organizational structure, and staffing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It shows authority and responsibilities, with members at the top holding more power than those at the bottom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Considerations should include communication, information flows, coordination, and collaboration among members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A position chart lists employee names, positions, and reporting relationships; it’s often used in smaller organizations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The project manager oversees planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure, ensuring deadlines and budgets are met.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Civil engineers are responsible for designing buildings and structures that enable modern living.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Not all structures work for every organization, and the right choice can optimize effectiveness and efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Key parameters include the determination and grouping of activities, assignment of activities to departments, and defining hierarchy among divisions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The complexity profile impacts how activities are organized, the number of team members needed, and the reporting structure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Span of control refers to the number of people who report to a manager, which influences managerial efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This assignment helps streamline reporting structures and ensures that not all engineers overwhelm the engineering manager.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It provides better coordination and control among different engineering offices located in various cities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The project manager oversees multiple projects, acting as a liaison between teams and office support groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The culture influences decision-making, communication styles, and organizational hierarchy within the project.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The team's knowledge and skills inform how responsibilities are assigned and how effective communication is structured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A location plan illustrates the development in its surrounding context, helping the planning authority identify the land related to the application.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A project description provides a high-level overview of the project's objectives and essential qualities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Client, which can be a person or a company, holds the controlling interest in the project.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A construction manager oversees the project's time, cost, and quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Manpower represents the workforce committed to planning, erecting, and modeling the buildings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A work plan, which may include a Bar Chart and S-Curve, organizes the project schedule and resource allocation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Timely procurement ensures that materials are available when needed, preventing delays in the construction process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A construction budget anticipates all costs and expenses of the building process.</p> Signup and view all the answers