2.3.2 Type of Construction Project Delivery

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Which of the following is a disadvantage of the Project Management delivery method?

The quality of the design may not improve

The architect cannot maintain a direct link with the owner (correct)

The owner has less control over construction quality

The Project Manager is not hired during the pre-design phase

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Turnkey Development method?

It is carried out under the Design-Bid-Build method

It is limited to the design and documentation phases

It includes various real estate functions as well as design and construction (correct)

It is primarily used for heavy civil engineering work

In which delivery method is the contractor compensated for the actual costs of the work, plus a fee?

Lease-back

Cost Plus (correct)

Project Management

Just-in-Time

Which delivery method is NOT permitted by the regulations of most provincial associations of architects?

Project Management Signup and view all the answers

Which party bears all costs beyond the pre-determined maximum in a unit price contract?

The contractor Signup and view all the answers

How are unit prices determined in a unit price contract?

Through bidding or negotiation Signup and view all the answers

What forms the basis for payment of the contract price in a unit price contract?

The actual quantities involved Signup and view all the answers

How can the guaranteed maximum price be adjusted in a unit price contract?

By change order Signup and view all the answers

Who verifies the actual quantities involved in a unit price contract?

Independent inspection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage of the Design-Build project delivery method?

Immediate feedback is received from the contractor on design options. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the Design-Build project delivery method?

Decisions by the Design-Builder are based more on initial cost rather than on design or long-term value. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a criticism of Public Private Partnerships (P3s)?

The cost of P3 projects exceeds the cost of the same projects delivered under more traditional forms of project delivery. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an advantage of Public Private Partnerships (P3s)?

P3s allow projects to be financed in ways which may not be possible through public methods. Signup and view all the answers

Which project delivery method is the most commonly used in the construction industry?

Stipulated Price Contract Signup and view all the answers

What are some advantages of the Stipulated Price Contract (Design-Bid-Build) project delivery method?

Known price before construction begins Signup and view all the answers

What factors have contributed to the evolution of project delivery methods in the construction industry?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'project delivery' refer to in the construction industry?

The process of completing the design and construction of buildings Signup and view all the answers

Which type of project delivery method is frequently replacing the cost plus method in construction?

Design-Build Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pre-qualification of contractors?

To eliminate candidates who cannot demonstrate necessary financial capacity, technical expertise, managerial ability, and relevant experience Signup and view all the answers

What type of contract reimburses the contractor for the actual costs of the work, plus a fee based upon either an agreed-upon fixed sum or a percentage of the costs?

Cost Plus Contract Signup and view all the answers

In a cost plus contract, when does the work cease?

When the construction costs equal the funds provided for under the contract Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a disadvantage of construction management as a project delivery method?

Direct contractual relationship with the owner Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a responsibility of a construction manager (CM)?

Providing technical and clerical services in the administration of the project Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common advantage of construction management as a project delivery method?

Opportunity to call bids sequentially, thus saving time by permitting a start on construction before all documentation has been completed ('fast track') Signup and view all the answers