Construction Management & Documentation Practice Test

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• Each trade on a construction project will have a clean set of drawings, which will be used as their as-built drawings, and on which every deviation from the project drawings must be reflected.
• Which statement best summarizes BIM's role in making a construction site safer?
• Which contract mechanism allows the work to proceed with a change before agreement on price and schedule is reached?
• When assemblies for multiple jobsites are created in the same area, tracking which parts are used for which project becomes important for?
• Which of the following is an example of an additional drawing type often added to construction drawings?
• As-built drawings reflect the project as constructed; who is typically responsible for them?
• The O&M process begins with design and pre-construction and then proceeds through several stages. This statement is:
• Packaging materials for specific areas of the building is not advantageous when there is limited space on a construction site.
• What is Closeout Documentation and what is the typical sequence to compile it?
• The document that spells out everything that is a part of the contracted agreement is called what?
• Which consequence makes it harder to keep track of items when materials are moved on-site?
• Which role is typically responsible for maintaining closeout documentation and facilitating handover?
• Differentiate between a submittal and a shop drawing; who reviews them and at what stage?
• Which statement correctly describes design-build delivery?
• Sustainability documentation is typically tracked through which phases?
• In project scheduling, some tasks cannot start before other tasks are completed.
• What drawings are created for the most congested areas of a construction project to locate clashes?
• A(n) ? is a request to the proper authority for the additional data required for a specific part of an installation.
• What is buyout in procurement and why is it important?
• What does a Record Retention policy specify for most project documents?
• Which item is typically included in a Closeout Package to verify final settlements with subcontractors?
• What does Level of Development (LOD) indicate in BIM documentation?
• What is 'retention' and how is it used in construction contracts?
• Which document defines standard contract rules, risk allocation, and administration for a project?
• In QA/QC practice, what does NCR stand for and what is its purpose?
• What does a Daily Construction Report typically include?
• The statement 'The mastery of the additional drawings by contractors, engineers, and architects ensures that the project construction meets required codes and standards' is true?
• Which statement about electronic drawings is true?
• Which statement describes a direct outcome of documenting project questions in an RFI process?
• As-built drawings are records of actual constructed conditions and are part of construction project documentation.
• What steps are involved in closing an NCR?
• Explain the concept of Schedule Float and how it can affect project decisions.
• Takeoff is used in cost estimation to do what?
• The drawings used to begin construction and issued for construction are commonly called contract drawings.
• Which statement best describes COBie and its use in project handover?
• Which concept has aided in a better understanding of an entire project?
• Define Shop Drawings and Product Data submittals and explain their main differences.
• In CM practice, which statement correctly distinguishes records management from document control?
• Prefabricated conduit racks are typically assembled in 10-foot lengths. Which option would be the standard length used?
• Record Drawings, As-Built, and As-Constructed drawings are best described as:
• The comprehensive estimate serves as the foundation for a project's budget and financial planning.
• What is the primary role of a field logbook?
• Who typically performs QA/QC inspections and testing on a construction site?
• What does GMP stand for in CMAR and what does it signify?
• The pricing sheet aggregates the cost of material and installation.
• To create a three-dimensional view of space above suspended ceilings, which detail complements isometric drawings?
• Which document is typically prepared to propose costs and scope before construction begins?
• Materials readily available at wholesale houses are referred to as what?
• From conception through ongoing use by the owner, BIM facilitates decision-making during a building's lifecycle through the integration of detailed information into a what?
• What is a Change Order, and how does it differ from a Field Order?
• During closeout, who typically uses as-built drawings to operate the facility post-occupancy?
• What is an Inspection Test Plan (ITP) and who approves it?
• Hard copy drawings are primarily used for which purpose?
• Which activity is part of site mobilization during project kickoff?
• BIM models can be accessed and updated by all project stakeholders.
• What are Allowance items in a construction contract and how are they treated in final accounting?
• The major areas that a construction estimate is separated into include Direct job expense, Labor cost, Materials, Overhead, and Profit.
• When tasks are broken down into smaller pieces, documenting steps helps avoid what?
• In design-bid-build, what is the role of the construction manager (if engaged)?
• Riser diagrams are an accurate representation of the parts and are drawn to scale.
• The submittal process can and does become what as a project grows?
• Which safety activity is typically included in daily field operations?
• Since the only difference between on-site and off-site construction is location, the implications do not require consideration.
• Which is correct about the starting point for O&M stages in the material?
• Which of the following is a primary use of BIM models in safety planning?
• The document that is written by a contractor and provided when submitting an estimate is called what?
• The material describes BIM usage primarily in relation to safety hazards and mitigation; which of the following is a reasonable inference from that description?
• After the quantifying process is completed, the next step is to submit all the data to the design team for review.
• Lien waivers help ensure what outcome at project close?
• The major areas in construction estimates include Direct job expense, Labor cost, Materials, Overhead, and Profit.
• What is a punch list and at what stage is it typically prepared?
• The accuracy of a takeoff is a critical part of the success of a construction project.
• The two primary parts of a takeoff -- counting and measuring -- are combined to create a ? for the project.
• Which factors affect the project schedule and final price to complete a project?
• It is necessary to communicate the intention for, and the thought behind, any offsite or prefabricated items so that they may be installed at the project site as was intended when it was assembled.
• Why is an RFI log essential for project documentation?
• Which of the following is not typically produced during commissioning?
• What is a Nonconformance Report (NCR) and how is it resolved?
• O&M manuals provide comprehensive and critical information for ?
• In CM practice, what best describes a typical RFI and its turnaround expectations?
• Which document is typically used to guide ongoing operations and maintenance of a facility?
• Which of the following is a direct application of BIM in safety planning described in the material?
• What is the primary purpose of maintaining a prequalified suppliers list?
• Which term is used for a request to obtain missing information for a specific installation part?
• The outputs of a takeoff include a total bill of materials.
• The pricing sheet is the document where the cost of the material and its installation are aggregated.
• When making stub-outs on the construction site, the following action is essential for accuracy?
• The approach taken for off-site construction has controlled working environments that make it more suitable for assembly work than at outdoor construction sites.
• Most estimate takeoffs for project bids include direct job expenses, labor, material, and overhead.
• How does a construction manager typically manage procurement and supplier prequalification in a project?
• Which statement about prefabrication and on-site adjustments is correct?
• The advantages provided by the prefabrication process result in a reduction in the amount of labor required to complete the assigned tasks.
• What data is typically required in a Progress Payment Application?
• What information does a field logbook typically record?
• As-built drawings meticulously document alterations in locations made during construction.
• In traditional on-site assembly, charging the job when products are delivered allows for which outcome?
• In some cases, due to assemblies rather than individual parts arriving at jobsites, the installation procedure used to place the assembly must be modified.
• What is the difference between short-form and long-form subcontracting agreements and when are they typically used?
• Which of the following statements is true about the O&M process as described?
• The time and effort spent preparing an estimate for a project that is not awarded to the contractor is typically what?
• Which option correctly reflects the stated relationship between BIM and safety in the material?
• What elements should a QA/QC plan include?
• What is a substitution in construction documentation and when is it typically permitted?
• In most cases, engineered electrical drawings are merely ? in nature.
• Which word best describes the process of accumulating job-related information, organizing it, and documenting it to form a clear roadmap for executing a project?
• One of the primary benefits of the prefabrication workflow is that it allows construction workers to avoid conflicts between trades.
• As-built drawings are commonly referred to as red line drawings due to the common method used to indicate the changes made to the initial design.
• Which drawing type helps present spatial relationships in three dimensions and is often used in congested spaces?
• What is the purpose of documenting steps as tasks are broken down into smaller pieces?
• What is the role of a Construction Manager in a CM-at-Risk (CMAR) project?
• The season affects the project schedule and final price to complete a project.
• Which document is typically included to verify that warranties and operation manuals are provided at handover?
• What is Value Engineering and how should it be integrated in construction projects?
• Define General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions; why are they important?
• In Earned Value Management, which metrics are used to assess schedule and cost performance by comparing planned value, earned value, and actual cost?
• Which is a primary benefit of submitting a formal request for information (RFI)?
• Which statement about construction project documentation is correct?
• Which of the following statements about space constraints on site is true?
• Decisions made for complying with the IFC drawings include selecting the specific ? that is/are necessary to meet the defined goal.
• On a traditional design-bid-build project, which party is primarily responsible for preparing contract documents?
• Which installation approach for assemblies with unique characteristics requires a change from standard procedures?
• Which practice best ensures clarity and accountability when assemblies are shared across multiple jobsites?
• Which document outlines the scope of work that is included in the contract?
• Which term best describes the final drawings used to reflect deviations from the original design?
• Takeoff ensures that all materials needed for the project are accounted for, which allows for an accurate calculation of material costs.
• Which statement best describes the Lump Sum contract’s primary strength and risk?
• The drawings with which the contractor begins the project, called the IFC or issued for construction drawings, are also often called the ?
• Explain the difference between a 'change directive' and a 'change order' in contract administration.
• When prefabricating parts for on-site projects, the amount of coordination with other trades is ? than/as the coordination with the other trades for on-site construction.
• Which option accurately describes allowance accounting in a construction contract?
• Prefabricated conduit racks are often assembled in which length?
• Which scheduling term refers to the planning of work for the next three weeks to coordinate trades?
• Which best captures BIM's contribution to a safer construction environment?
• The type of project does not matter when creating an estimate.
• The design team will always provide information about the specific equipment and subparts within the building.
• A takeoff's accuracy affects budgeting and cost control.
• What information should a Submittal Log track?
• Which statement about effective communication in construction is correct?
• Which document primarily records questions and clarifications raised during design to avoid ambiguity?
• Which items below should be included in a detailed wall elevation?
• Which term describes the set of drawings that indicates changes made to the initial design, commonly captured in red ink?
• What are the typical bonds required in construction contracts and what protections do they provide?
• What is the primary risk associated with constant movement of material and equipment stored on-site?
• What best describes a Schedule of Milestones in relation to the CPM schedule?
• Explain the importance of document version control and a typical workflow to manage revisions.
• What planning approach increases the likelihood that the project benefits from the process, similar to detailing?
• Which term best describes a plan that identifies how trades will fit into a single area to avoid throughput problems?
• What term refers to a field leader seeking answers to essential questions prior to an installation being made?
• The starting phase of the O&M process is best described as design and pre-construction. This corresponds to which phase label?
• In earned value management, what does EAC stand for?
• What is a Closeout Package and list its key components?
• The statement 'BIM models can be used to identify potential safety hazards and develop mitigation strategies to create a safer construction environment' is:
• Prefabrication is similar to detailing in that it breaks down large tasks into smaller tasks so that the smaller components and scope can be assembled in a logical and easy-to-assemble format on the jobsite.
• In the context provided, BIM models contribute to safety by enabling the development of mitigation strategies through:
• IFC drawings stand for Issued For Construction.
• The ability to gain greater clarity about more complex assemblies is aided by using three-dimensional drawing.
• Which of the following statements best describes the effect of design coordination on project risk?
• Which activity is typically included in Safety Management integrated with daily field operations?
• Riser diagrams are not drawn to scale.
• In CPM scheduling, what defines the project duration on the baseline schedule?
• The difference between shipping raw materials and assembled components is that assembled components require ?
• Which standards might be tracked in Sustainability documentation during construction?
• What are the main components of a baseline CPM schedule and what defines the critical path?
• A crucial aspect of detailing is ensuring that which of the following knows their specific duties and how they contribute to the project's overall success?
• Communicating the thought behind offsite or prefabricated items helps ensure installation aligns with the intended plan.
• Which statement about project schedules is true?
• How does cost coding using CSI MasterFormat support cost control and reporting?
• What is the primary purpose of lien waivers in construction documentation?
• An important concept in construction projects' schedules is what?
• Removing the need to mentally convert 2D to 3D results in a deeper understanding of a project's design intent.
• Three-dimensional drawings are used to clarify complex assemblies.
• What is the purpose of a Construction Schedule Narrative?
• In the construction estimation process, which aspect is crucial in setting realistic budget expectations?
• Explain the purpose of a Schedule of Values (SOV) and how it is used in progress payments.
• Which items are typically included in a QA/QC inspection record and who performs them?
• The term used to describe multiple trades being forced to work in the same area, causing efficiency and production to be greatly diminished is what?
• What term can be defined as the assembly of various system components into a partially complete solution before transportation to its final installation location?
• In comparing Lump Sum, Cost-Plus with GMP, and Design-Build contracts, which statement correctly lists one strength and one risk for each?
• How many stages does the O&M process typically unfold over, as stated?
• The following statement about the bidding process is accurate: It uses an approximate estimate that outlines the cost of completing the project as designed.
• Define commissioning and what documents are typically produced during commissioning.
• Which phase is explicitly identified as the starting point of the O&M process?
• Which of the following factors are critical considerations for successful prefabrication?
• What term describes a schedule that assigns a time frame to very specific installations by every trade and considers sequencing to avoid trade stacking?
• The O&M process usually unfolds over how many stages, starting with design and pre-construction?
• Which statement describes a major benefit of off-site construction?
• What is the primary purpose of construction project documentation?
• Which statement is true regarding the relationship between prefabrication and labor requirements?
• Operations and maintenance manuals are included in construction project documentation to document post-construction requirements and facilitate facility management.
• The comprehensive estimate serves as the foundation for a project's budget and ?
• The moral of 'Different Paths to the Same Endpoint' is that building to the same specifications will have the same outcome whether built on-site or prefabricated.
• The drawings commonly referred to as contract drawings are issued for construction and used to begin work.
• Closeout Documentation and sequencing: which statement is correct?
• Project costs that are not related to material include direct job expenses, fuel costs, overhead.
• What is Design Coordination in BIM-enabled projects?