Project Decision-Making
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Which stakeholder should be present at the construction project kick-off meeting?

  • The design-builder
  • The architect
  • The contractor
  • The owner (correct)

What should the architect do to establish a systematic practice for shop drawing review processes and procedures?

  • Make note of every telephone call with the contractor
  • Review the contract and construction documents
  • Confirm all verbal communications promptly in writing
  • Establish a practice for transmittals and records (correct)

Who must approve all change orders before they are enacted on the construction site?

  • The architect
  • The contractor
  • The design team
  • The client (correct)

Which phase of the project requires the architect to involve all project participants and stakeholders?

<p>Closeout phase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the project requires clear and complete contracts, drawings, specifications, and records?

<p>Construction Documents Phase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should an expert construction advisor be retained by the client?

<p>During the pre-design phase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Notice to Proceed?

<p>To start work before the actual contract is signed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is communication important during the construction phase?

<p>To maintain a proper balance between the need for a speedy response and careful consideration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of Blake and Mouton's five strategies for resolving conflict?

<p>Forcing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach in negotiations?

<p>Strive for a win-win resolution (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a critical factor in negotiations?

<p>Price (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important communication element when negotiating?

<p>Body language (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key factor for building and maintaining a good relationship with a client?

<p>Expecting the client to understand graphic images easily (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary means of communication with the contractor during a construction project?

<p>Written communication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the architect's teammates on a construction project?

<p>Consultants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the architect do to ensure that consultants are kept informed about a project's development?

<p>Ensure consultants have incorporated changes to project documents (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a tip for ensuring effective teleconference and video conference meetings?

<p>Test the technical equipment ahead of time (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be recorded in the minutes of a meeting?

<p>Decisions made and further action required (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which mode of communication is a practical solution to virtual team management?

<p>Teleconference and video conference meetings (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a factor to consider when responding to the communication needs of authorities?

<p>The strategies used with clients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key skill in determining how to respond to the interests of authorities having jurisdiction?

<p>Political awareness (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are some of the other stakeholder groups that may be involved in the design and construction processes?

<p>Neighbours and tenants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are good communication skills important for staff members in an architectural practice?

<p>To represent the practice to the public (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Architects should avoid issuing one-way directives and instead embrace the concept that effective communication between parties only occurs if there is a clear and cogent understanding of the communication by the receiving parties.

<p>Embracing effective communication (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the pre-agreement/pre-contract phase, what is the architect's responsibility regarding services?

<p>Negotiating with the client on basic services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is generally considered an additional service in architectural design?

<p>Life cycle costing (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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