Project Decision-Making

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

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

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

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

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

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

What is the purpose of the Notice to Proceed?

Why is communication important during the construction phase?

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

What is the recommended approach in negotiations?

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

What is an important communication element when negotiating?

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

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

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

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

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

What should be recorded in the minutes of a meeting?

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

What is generally considered an additional service in architectural design?