Professional Success Criteria

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What is emphasized as a key aspect of the field of construction in the text?

Actively participating in industry associations
Acquiring credentials as a professional
Specializing in one market sector such as transportation
Maintaining a broad focus on managing various project types (correct)

How is peer recognition of one's accomplishments best achieved according to the text?

By specializing in a particular market sector
Through gaining experience in managing different types of projects
By actively participating within a profession and its industry associations (correct)
Through occasional formal testing requirements

What does the text imply about establishing a strong network of friends and colleagues at the beginning of one's professional career?

It significantly helps in gaining expertise in cost control requirements
It is essential for maintaining a broad focus on managing various project types
It facilitates peer recognition of one's accomplishments (correct)
It is important for achieving credentials as a professional

What is NOT mentioned as an aspect to consider when specializing in a particular market sector like transportation?

Peer recognition of accomplishments (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why might gaining experience in managing different types of projects be beneficial according to the text?

To have varied areas of management expertise (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does occasional formal testing play after receiving credentials as a professional?

It may be required as part of maintaining professional credentials (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the five typical elements required to become a professional?

Certification, academic credentials, testing, recognition, experience (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the text suggest professionals play in the organization that granted their license or certification?

Helping keep the organization informed of profession needs (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text propose as a powerful tool for ensuring the strength of the CM profession?

Mentoring students (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way can professionals contribute back to the academic institution that granted their academic credentials?

Establishing or supporting summer internships (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is emphasized as not being enough to ensure success as a professional?

Qualifying with license or certification (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is described as a real benefit to both companies and students?

Summer internships and cooperative education work programs (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key principles regarding conflicts of interest mentioned in the text?

To avoid any and all conflicts of interest (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should a professional do if there is an actual conflict of interest that may impair objectivity or integrity?

Acknowledge any influences and offer to withdraw from the assignment (A) Signup and view all the answers

In terms of compensation, the text highlights the importance of negotiating fairly and openly for compensation that is __________.

Reasonable and commensurate with services provided (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about releasing public statements is consistent with the text?

Public statements should be truthful and objective (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key aspects related to public welfare that professionals should adhere to according to the text?

Upholding safety, health, and welfare of the public in professional duties (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major commitment professionals should make in terms of professional development according to the text?

Continually seeking opportunities for professional development (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of architects and engineers during the Renaissance?

Administering design and construction on behalf of the client/owner (B) Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the first settlement in North America at Jamestown in 1607?

The presence of carpenters, masons, and a bricklayer among the settlers (C) Signup and view all the answers

What influenced the practices brought by the construction crew to North America from England?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the early construction practices in North America dictate the prominent role of carpenters?

Heavy reliance on timber due to the landscape (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the slow emergence of architects and engineers signify during the Renaissance?

Limited progress in design and construction methods (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did the architect and engineer relationship with craft trades evolve over time?

'Architects and engineers worked more closely with craft trades (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is one characteristic of 'repeat builders' based on the text?

They are focused on developing in-house program and project management staff. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why should one not rule out learning something new about the construction industry?

Because it may lead to entirely new opportunities in the future. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of construction, what is the significance of the Khufu pyramid mentioned in the text?

It was likely built with early forms of construction management. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which structure eventually surpassed the Khufu pyramid as the tallest man-made object on earth?

The Washington Monument (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the recognition of construction management as a profession?

It has only recently been acknowledged as a separate profession. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What key message does the text convey to newly joining professionals in the construction management field?

To continuously develop knowledge and skills regardless of current workplace needs. (C) Signup and view all the answers