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1You are responsible for receiving, reviewing, and recording the bid documents on a project. At what time must the Contractor that is awarded the project submit a performance bond and a payment bond to the Owner?
- AWith first application of payment
- BThe Contractor does not submit these documents to the Owner
- CBefore work begins on site
- DWithin one week of breaking ground
2The transition from the design phase to the construction phase of a project is the bidding/ negotiating/purchasing phase collectively known as what?
- Aprocurement
- Bproduction
- Cpronouncement
- Dpre-design
3You are assisting the Owner on a project in reviewing the various bids submitted by Contractors. On one bid you notice an estimated amount set to cover the risk of any unforeseen conditions. What is this called?
- Aallotment
- Bcontingency
- Cbond
- Dallowance
4You are sitting down with a brand new client to discuss their project. At what phase of the project is it appropriate to begin the discussion about construction delivery methods?
- ADuring construction documents phase
- BBeginning of the project
- CDuring the pre-bid conference
- DAs the bid documents are being prepared
5Your firm is taking over a project that was started by another Architectural design firm. On reviewing the construction documents, the Owner does not approve of the exterior lighting design. Who should the Owner communicate the request for changes to?
- Aarchitect
- Belectrical sub-contractor
- Clighting consultant
- Dcontractor
6You are helping to manage a project that has a very tight budget. The Architect has recommended to the Owner that several construction alternates be included in the bidding documents to allow flexibility and enable the construction cost to stay within the budget. In accordance with AIA Document B101Owner-Architect Agreement, the services required to document these alternates are the responsibility of who?
- AVarious Sub-Contractors
- BArchitect, as additional services
- CThe Contractor, as part of the bid proposal
- DArchitect, as basic services
7You are in the bidding phase on a project and you receive a valid substitution request. When a substitution is approved, how is this then incorporated into the procurement documents so that it can be added as an acceptable equivalent?
- Aappendix
- Brevised bid requirements
- Caddendum
- DRFI
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You receive a call from an Owner on a project that your firm designed and completed construction drawings for. The Owner explains that the Contractor used the wrong stone veneer on some column bases. The Owner has made the mistake known to the Contractor but the Contractor has not done anything about it. Under AIA A201, if a Contractor fails to correct a deficiency, within how many days can the Owner issue a Change Order and deduct the cost from the Contract[blank_start]?[blank_end]- A10
9 You are working hard at pretending to be busy at your computer when your supervisor comes over to your desk to inform you that the Spec Writer for your office has quit without warning and you will need to cover. You are trying to remember what a specification is! Specifications generally give all of the following information EXCEPT?
- AInstallation Methods
- BAlternates
- CQuantities of components
- DMaterial Types
10You return to your office after a site visit and need to communicate a change in the work on a project. If a change of the work is necessary, which of the following is NOT a method of changing work during Contract Administration?
- AProject Addendum
- BChange Order
- CConstruction Change Directive
- DArchitects Supplemental Instructions
11 After visiting a project, the Architect identifies an issue in construction work that does not reflect what is detailed in the Construction Documents. The Architect notifies the Owner and after some negotiating back and forth with the Contractor, they agree to a Construction Change Directive. What should be done next? Choose the best answer.
- AChange Order is Issued
- BOwner invoices the Contractor
- CArchitect invoices the Contractor
- DContractor updates the Work
12 In a project that is using a Construction Manager at Risk project delivery method, who will likely prepare the Procurement Requirements for the bid packages?
- Aowner
- Barchitect
- Cprocurement consultant
- Dconstruction manager
13Refer to document below. You are reviewing the masonry restoration specifications for a project because you received a call from a Contractor to request that you go out to the job-site and inspect some sample panels that were done to demonstrate cleaning methods. The Contractor performed the cleaning two days ago on a Monday. When should you plan your visit to inspect results?
- Amonday
- Bfriday
- Csaturday
- Dtuesday
14You are reviewing AIA Contract A201 with an Owner on a project. The Owner is considering Property Insurance or “builder’s risk insurance” options. Which of the following types of coverage would you recommend if supporting the intent of the AIA as it relates to this type of insurance?
- Aspecific risk
- Ball risk
- Cnamed perils
- Dspecified perils
15While abbreviations may be effective when used on construction drawings, what is true about their use in writing specifications (Choose the best answer)?
- AShould be consistent with drawings
- BTake precedent over drawings
- CUse for efficiency
- DUse should be avoided
16In reviewing the specifications for a project you come across a detailed, written description of the required properties of a product, material, or piece of equipment and the workmanship required for its installation. This would be referred to as what type of specification?
- APerformance Specification
- BReference Standard
- CDescriptive Specification
- DProprietary Specification
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You are in the Bidding and Negotiation phase of a project. The Owner is requesting some form of guarantee that if a bid is accepted within a certain amount of time, the bidder will enter into a formal agreement with the Owner under the terms at which they bid. What would you suggest they use here?- Abid bond
- Bperformance bond
- Cindemnification clause
- Dsurety
18You are in the bidding phase on a project and reviewing bids with the Owner. When considering alternates during bidding, what type of alternate reduces the base bid amount?
- AReduce-alternate
- BDeduct-alternate
- CAdd-alternate
- DBase-alternate
19Your firm is finalizing construction documents for a new dental office. At the time of writing the specifications, the cost of certain dental equipment could not be determined. What can the Architect use to estimate a set amount of money to cover this equipment?
- AUnit Price
- Balternate
- Callowance
- Dcontingency
20In order for a fair bid process and to ensure that all items and information required on the Bid Form has been received by each bidder, what might be used?
- ABid Form Check-off list
- BBid tabulation
- CBid Requirements
- DAddenda
21Refer to the photo. You are in CA phase on a project and out on a jobsite when you snap this photo. How might this issue be corrected?
- AInstall Wedge Anchor
- BBottom plate can be notched and shifted into place
- CAdhesive caulk both sides of bottom plate
- DWall can be furred out to conceal
22Regarding the Statute of Limitations for any latent deficiency in the design, specifications, surveying, planning, supervision or construction observation of an improvement to or survey of, real property, when does the 10-year period commence?
- ADate of final inspection
- BOne year after final inspection
- C180 days after permit is issued
- DDate construction begins
23You are in construction phase, and the Contractor calls your office and informs you that they are going to require an additional anchor torque test not included in the contract documents. What party bears costs of tests, inspections or approvals that do not become requirements until after bids are received or negotiations concluded?
- Aarchitect
- Bowner
- Cengineer
- Dcontractor
24During construction on a project, who is responsible for completing the following documents: Change Order, Construction Change Directive, Certificate of Substantial Completion?
- Aahj
- Bowner
- Cengineer
- Darchitect
25You are the Project Architect on a residential project where the Owner has assumed the role of Owner/Builder. You own and operate a design/build company, but the Owner only contracted you for the design. The Owner is away on a two-week vacation, and you are on site for a standard construction observation visit to see how construction is progressing. You notice that a framing carpenter is installing the rafter hangers incorrectly. What should you do?
- ACall the Owner
- BStop the carpenter and show them the correct way to install the hanger
- CNotify the foreman on site
- DNotify the Building Inspector
26During construction on a project, there is a complicated stair that could only be drawn and detailed so far in the construction drawings without confirming the existing conditions after the rest of the structure was built. The stair is ready to go in, what could be requested from the Contractor to show more detail on how the stair will actually be constructed.
- ASupplemental Instructions
- BSpecification
- CChange Order
- DShop drawings
27The custom stained wood paneling is about to be installed on a project. You want to be sure that the stain color is the shade that you and the Owner agreed upon. What could be requested from the Contractor and reviewed with the Owner for approval?
- Ashop drawing
- Bsample
- Cspecification
- Dproduct data
28You receive an RFI from a Contractor on a residential project that your firm designed and that is currently in construction. The Contractor is complaining that there is not enough detail in the construction drawings to complete the cabinet install. The details being requested are specific to the type of cabinet being installed that were selected after the contract documents were complete. The Contractor is claiming that this will require more work and will require a change order. How do you respond?
- AIssue a specification addenda to add detail to the contract documents
- BCreate shop drawings and send to the Contractor for approval
- CDetermine additional work needed and issue a change order
- DRequest shop drawings from the Contractor
29Which of the following is NOT true about a Contractor’s submittals during the construction phase of a project?
- AContractor must submit to Architect in accordance with submittal schedule
- BThe Architect is not responsible for accuracy of measurements
- CThey become part of the contract documents
- DBy reviewing them, the Contractor represents that field measurements have been verified
30Refer to the image . You are walking a project that your firm designed and that is now in construction. This is just part of a regularly scheduled construction observation visit. You observe this condition repeatedly on many connectors. What is the issue here?
- AOverdriven fasteners
- BIncorrect fasteners
- CExcessive fasteners
- DIncorrect orientation
31 When a building permit is issued on a project, what is true about the construction documents?
- AThey shall be approved in writing or by stamp
- BTwo sets are returned to the applicant
- CShall be stamped with “Accepted as Reviewed”
- DStamped “Preliminary: Not for Construction”
32Unless otherwise mandated, approved construction documents are retained by the department of the building official for a minimum of how many days?
- A240 days
- B180 days
- C1 year
- D90 days
33You receive a call from the Owner on a project, and they inform you that site work on a project is not yet complete but their temporary certificate of occupancy is set to expire. According to the IRC, how long is a temporary C of O valid for?
- A30 days
- B90 days
- C60 days
- DPeriod set by building official
34You receive a text message from the Contractor on a project informing you that a building official was on the job site and issued a stop work order. Of the following, who should not be served a stop work order.
- AOwner
- BPerson doing the work
- COwner’s agent
- DSurety
35On past projects you have had issues with Contractors not issuing submittals in a timely manner and then putting pressure on you to review them and get them returned. Where in the contract documents can you clarify the proper procedure to minimize future issues? Choose the best answer.
- Aaddenda
- Bproject manual
- CB101
- DDivision 1
36The Contractor on project you are managing sends you an email complaining about a shop drawing that they received back from the Architect. The Architect used the shop drawing as a way to improve the quality of the design, thus adding more cost and time to the project. What should the Contractor do?
- AComplete the work as per the shop drawing
- BReduce labor costs by requesting competing bids from Sub-Contractors
- CRequest a change order
- DComplain to the Owner
37You are in bid phase on a project, and the contract has not been awarded yet. You realize you need to issue a change in the work. At this phase, how should you communicate the change.
- ARequest shop drawings
- BSend a memo to the Contractors
- CAddenda
- DCall the Contractors
38During a routine site visit and project tour with a Contractor during construction, you notice that a door would work better for the space if the swing was reversed. The door has not been framed in yet. Who must approve this change?
- ADoor installer
- BArchitect
- COwner
- DContractor
39Upon returning to the office from a site visit, you need to communicate and record a change that is needed affecting the construction of the project. You have discussed this change with the Owner and they agree. The Owner and the Contractor are still working out if there will be any change in contract time or cost, but you need to get the change out immediately. What should you use in this case?
- AConditional submittal
- BArchitect supplemental information
- CConstruction change directive
- DChange order
40A change is required to the work on a multi-family housing project. The change will increase the total contract price and the time to completion for the project. A change order has been issued by the Owner. Who must sign the change order?
- AContractor, Owner
- BOwner’s agent, Contractor, Sub-Contractor
- CArchitect, Owner, Contractor
- DArchitect, Contractor
41During construction it is very important that lines of communication are established to ensure the responsible parties are informed in matters that affect them. According to the Owner-Architect general conditions who should lead communications between the Contractor and project design consultants?
- AContractor
- BLead consultant
- CArchitect
- Downer
42You are finalizing a contract with a new client. They are looking for ways to cut some of the design fee and inquire about the possibility of not including Construction Administration. During CA phase, what is the main purpose of the Architect’s observation site visits?
- ATo confirm that proper safety measures are being taken on site
- BTo ensure the work is progressing in accordance with the contract documents
- CTo get out of the office and go to expensive lunches with Contractors
- DTo improve and refine the design as the project unfolds
43You are out on a routine construction observation visit. You distinctly remember asking the Contractor to keep the drywall off of a certain section of the framing so that you could review and record the structure. They deny ever hearing this and covered up the work before you got to the site. After some heated discussion and involving the Owner, the Contractor removes the drywall in the section and reveals that the structure was not built in accordance with the contract documents. Who has to pay the cost of repair?
- AOwner
- BArchitect, for not recording request to not cover work
- CContractor
- DPerformance Bond
44You look at the calendar on the wall in your office and notice it is June 3rd and a project that is in construction is contracted to be complete by July 31st. You call the Contractor to get an update and they explain that the roofing Sub-Contractor has been delayed by two weeks which is going to extend the project past the agreed completion date. This pushes the schedule in to another Sub-Contractors vacation schedule which will add another week to the schedule. Based on any other unknowns, the Contractor asks for another week buffer. You call the Owner and they are fine with the change. What is the new completion date?
- AOctober 10
- BSeptember 15
- CAugust 28
- DAugust 31
45You are out on a jobsite walking a project with a Contractor. When reviewing the installation of the appliances, you notice that there is a code conflict. According to code, where the enforcement of a code provision would violate the conditions of the appliances listing or installation instructions, which should be followed?
- AStricter of the two
- BContractor’s discretion
- CConditions of the appliance listing
- DCode should be followed
46You receive a call from the local building official informing you that they intend to revoke a permit on a project. According to the building code, which of the following would NOT be a valid reason for revoking a permit?
- ARequired inspections were not performed
- BInaccurate information was provide at the time of issuance
- CPermit was issued in error
- DPermit was issued in violation of a local ordinance
47Construction is beginning on a new warehouse facility your firm completed the construction documents on. The Contractor on the project calls and reports that they need a permit on a temporary structure they will use as an office on site. According to code, what is the longest time period this permit can be issued for?
- A180 days
- B240 days
- C90 days
- D360 days
48You are conducting a routine construction observation visit on a townhouse project the firm you work for designed. The Contractor is building the shared fire wall between buildings. They state that they will be sure the wall is rated for 1-hour fire-resistance. They also state the they will frame the wall deeper so that they can run the mechanical ducts in this wall. What is wrong with what the Contractor is suggesting?
- AMechanical ducts better to be routed in ceiling for less noise
- B2-hour fire-resistance rating minimum
- C1-hour fire-resistance rating allowed with no plumbing or mechanical vents or ducts
- DNothing wrong with suggestion as long as properly fire-blocked
49In most conventional construction contracts, claims must be referred to the IDM. Who is typically the IDM?
- Aarchitect
- Bowner
- Ccontractor
- Dsuperintendent
50A frustrated Contractor calls your office and wants to issue a claim against the Owner and is inquiring about the correct procedure. Where should the Contractor reference the proper procedures for issuing a claim?
- ADivision 00
- BBid Requirements
- CGeneral Conditions of the Contract
- DSupplementary Conditions
51A demand or assertion made by the Contractor or Owner seeking payment of money, an extension of time, an adjustment or interpretation of contract terms, or other modifications of the contract is referred to as what?
- Aclaim
- Bbid
- Cchange order
- Dinvoice
52A Contractor sends you an email with a claim against the Owner. In the document, it is explained that existing materials and vehicles on site were to be moved by the Owner before construction began. There were not moved until two weeks after the contracted start date for the project. The Contractor was forced to pay their crew for these two weeks but had little work for them to do, which added cost to the project. You receive the claim 60 days into the contract. How do you respond?
- AForward the claim to the Owner
- BClaims must be filed within 21 days of an incident
- CCreate the claim against the Owner
- DIssue a change order to cover additional labor costs
53You are acting as the Initial Decision Maker (IDM) on a project and receive a dispute claim from the Owner against the Contractor. According to AIA A201, how long do you have to take certain preliminary action?
- A14
- B21
- C10
- D7
54The Initial Decision Maker (IDM) has 10 days to take preliminary action on a claim or dispute filed by the Owner or Contractor. If the IDM requests information or to respond to a claim, how long do they have to respond? [blank_start]()[blank_end]
- A10
55You have received a claim against the Owner from the Contractor on a project you are managing. While you are researching and processing the claim, you also receive an Application for Payment from the Contractor. How should you advise the Owner to respond under AIA Contract Document A210?
- AIDM must cover any payments until dispute is resolved
- BContinue to make payments
- CHold all payments until dispute is resolved
- DMake partial payments withholding claim amount
56You are in your office on a Friday evening getting ready to shut down your computer, when you receive an email from a Contractor on a project that includes a claim for additional time. In the body of the email it states that more time is need due to excessive weather. What should you request in order to process the claim?
- ANothing further is needed in the case of extreme weather delays
- BUpdated construction schedule
- CAppendix Exhibit to the Supplementary Conditions
- DEvidence that weather is abnormal for the time period
57The Contractor on a site is in the middle of excavation for the foundation. Things are progressing as planned and on schedule until a huge boulder is discovered in line with the foundation. The engineer determines it will need to be blasted out. This will add an additional week to excavation time. What is the proper procedure for the Contractor to take?
- AFile a claim against the Owner’s insurance
- BReallocate monies from foundation budget to excavation
- CFile a claim against their bond
- DFile a claim for unforeseen conditions
58A Contractor and Owner are unable to resolve a dispute using the Initial Decision Maker on a project. They decide to take the issue to mediation. What is the role of the mediator in mediation?
- AJudge the case
- BPrepare parties for arbitration
- CGuide the parties to reaching their own settlement
- DPrepare parties for litigation
59You are managing a project that is in Construction Administration phase and you receive an application for payment from a Contractor. In order to process this, what must be included?
- AValue of work based on schedule of values
- BValue of work based on amount requested
- CValue of work based on RS Means
- DValue of work based on timeline
60A Sub-Contractor approaches you when you are on site for a routine construction observation visit. They complain to you that the General Contractor has not paid them for a month and they are supposed to be paid every two weeks. They know that the Contractor has submitted applications for payment on schedule. They also claim that because you submitted Certificates of Payment to the Owner that you are responsible for verifying that they received their money. Which of the following is true?
- ABefore Certificates of Payment are issued, it must be verified that Sub-Contractors are also receiving payment
- BCertification is not a representation that the Architect has reviewed copies of requisitions from Sub-Contractor
- CThe Owner is responsible for paying Sub-Contractors after 30 days of non-payment
- DAfter 30 days of non payment from a general Contractor, the Architect issues Certificates of Payment on the Sub-Contractors behalf
61You are in your office and you receive an email from the steel fabricator on a project looking for approval on shop drawings. What should you do?
- ACall the General Contractor and let them know you received and they are approved
- BSend them back to the steel fabricator unchecked
- CReview the shop drawings, then send on to the General Contractor
- DReview, approve or reject
62You receive an Application for Payment from a Contractor on a project that is currently in construction. You have never seen one of these before. Who approves the Application for Payment?
- AOwner’s representative on site to receive deliveries
- BArchitect
- CManufacturer
- DGeneral Contractor
63You receive an Application for Payment from a Contractor and they include payment for materials and equipment that is stored off site. How should you respond?
- AVisit the off site location to confirm delivery of materials and equipment
- BObtain written approval from the Owner before proceeding further
- CApprove the request and notify the Owner that the Contractor is due payment for the materials and equipment
- DExplain that they are only able to submit for payment after the material is installed and also the equipment must be stored on site
64You are totally slammed and behind on work yet you keep receiving additional Requests for Information from different Contractors. Which of the following is NOT true about the Architect’s response to RFI’s
- AMust be made in writing
- BArchitect may prepare and issue supplemental drawings or specifications
- CMust be made with reasonable promptness
- DMust be responded to in 5 days
65You received a list of Sub-Contractors and suppliers for each principal portion of the work 3 weeks ago from the Contractor. You are finally catching up with work, and notice a Sub-Contractor for the foundation that you do not approve of. You notify the Owner the next day. The Contractor objects. According to AIA Contract A201, which of the following is true?
- AFailure of the Owner or Architect to reply within a 14-day period constitutes no reasonable objection
- BArchitect has no influence over subs hired by the Contractor
- CThe Architect has 21 days to reject any Sub-Contractors they are not comfortable with
- DContractor must find another Sub-Contractor
66You are discussing with a client the factors involved in choosing the best project delivery method for their adaptive reuse- modern furniture retail outlet. Which of the following would be the most appropriate delivery method for this type of project?
- ADesign-Bid-Build
- BMultiple-Prime
- CDesign-Build
- DCost Plus Fixed Fee
67The structural engineer, a consultant hired by the Architect, after reviewing new soil tests requested by the Contractor, determines that the footings initially designed for the project will need to be redesigned for a newly discovered increase in high clay soil. There will be additional costs for engineering revisions and construction of new foundation type. Who will need to absorb these costs?
- AConsultant
- BArchitect
- CContractor
- DOwner
68You are in Construction Administration phase on a complex project that another Architect for your firm completed the construction documents for. This Architect was overloaded so you are managing CA for them. The project is receiving numerous RFI’s for information that is relevant to the project and missing from the drawings. How would this work be billed?
- AAdditional Service
- BSchedule of Values
- CBasic Service
- DChange Order
69You had previously had good experience working with a specific Contractor, so when the Owner was deciding on who to hire, you suggested that they consider this Contractor. After hiring the Contractor, the project began having multiple delays due to the Contractor having too many projects going at the same time. The Owner is now holding you responsible and is requesting compensation to cover cost of delays. What is true about who is responsible for these cost overruns?
- AThe Owner is protected from cost overruns if they purchased the proper liens
- BArchitect is not be responsible for Contractor’s failure to perform
- CUnder a GMP contract, the Contractor would never be responsible for additional costs incurred
- DDelays in a project can never affect the total cost of a project due to consequential damages
70One of the main disadvantages of a cost-plus-fee construction contract, is that the cost of construction is not known. What is one way that this risk can be mitigated?
- ATarget price with incentives
- BLimited change orders
- CQuality with value limits
- DRevised CD’s to reflect cost sharing
71You are reviewing an application for payment on a project that includes excavation. The original contract was structured on a unit-cost basis. The material unit price was $4.50 / cubic yard. Additional Labor cost is $3 / cubic yard. Area 1 included on the application for payment is 46’ L x 10’ W x 6’ D. What should the cost of this excavation be?
- A$767
- B$2,760
- C$20,700
- D$869
72You are reviewing the contract documents for a project that were assembled by an Architectural associate in your office. Which of the following would not be included in the contract documents?
- ASpecifications
- BModifications after execution of the contract
- CBid Documents
- DConditions of the Contract
73A project that your firm has been working on for nearly 18 months is close to completion. Who issues the certificate of substantial completion?
- AArchitect
- BBuilding Official
- CAHJ
- DContractor
74A Contractor is on the phone with you and is looking for procedures for record drawings as the project is near completion. Where would the Contractor find the requirements for record documents?
- AMaster Spec 2.0
- BDivision 00
- CRecorders Office
- DDivision 01
75A new restaurant project has run 30 days behind schedule and the Owner is ready to occupy the building. Who has the authority to authorize the Certificate of Occupancy?
- AArchitect
- BHealth and Human Services
- CFire Chief
- DBuilding Official
76You receive a call in your office from the Owner on a project that explains that an innocent bystander that was watching a Contractor operate a crane was injured when a steel beam was dropped. The Contractor had been drinking at lunch and had not secured the beam properly. Which contractural clause protects the Owner and Architect from this type of negligence?
- AConsequential Damages
- BIndemnity
- CGMP
- DContingency
77You are a young Architect that just recently started a new Architectural design firm. In order to begin to build a name for yourself and get some projects completed, you did not do as much research as you should have with a particular Owner. Turns out you are contracted with an Owner that is known for not paying their bills. You are six months into construction and the Owner is refusing to pay you and the Contractor. Who can NOT file a mechanic’s lien claim?
- Aowner
- Barchitect
- Cmaterial supplier
- Dcontractor
78Final application for payment has been submitted from a Contractor on one of the jobs you are managing. Which of the following needs to be submitted by the Contractor before the Architect approves final payment? Choose the best answer.
- AConsent of surety
- BRelease of performance bond
- CCertificate of commissioning
- DCertificate of occupancy
79You are working with an Owner on a project that was contracted with a General Contractor using a variable retainage rate of 10% of the contract on labor and materials until 50% of the contract is complete. After this, retainage is reduced to 5% for the remainder of the project. You are reviewing an application for payment for $30,00 for labor and $45,000 for materials at 75% project completion. What is the retainage amount? [blank_start]()[blank_end]
- A3750
80You are reviewing an application for payment from a Contractor on a job that has just reached 50% completion. The contract defines a retainage amount of 10% on labor only up to 50% completion of the project and then 5% on materials and labor for the remainder of the project. The Contractor is billing for $65,000 and does not include any retainage. The bill is broken down with $40,000 in labor and $25,000 in materials. How much should you approve?
- A$61,750
- B$61,000
- C$58,500
- D$65,000
81During procurement, Contractors can present prices in various way. Which of the following are common forms of bidding on the Work (Choose 4)?
- ATime and Materials with an Estimate of Probable Cost
- BSkimming
- CUnit Price
- DCost of Work Plus Fee
- EStipulated Sum
- FPenetration Pricing
- GFixed Form
82You are working with a client on a project to help them understand the many costs that Contractors need to account for in a construction project. Which on the following would be included (Choose 4)?
- ATool Rentals
- BRebates from Manufacturers
- CTravel
- DMock-up and samples
- ESub-Contractors
- FDesign Fees
- Gmediation
83You are working with an Owner that is not familiar with any of the Contractors bidding on their project. They would like your assistance in completing a Request for Qualifications. What would be included in this request? (Choose 4)
- APolitical Affiliation
- BNotification
- CExperience
- DFinancial Stability
- ESpecial training and Certification or Licensing
- FSpecialized Equipment
- GPerformance Bond
84One of the Owners you are working for on a project wants to have a pre-bid meeting with the prospective Contractors to orient them to the site and conditions affecting the project. You will be setting the agenda for this meeting. What should you include? (Choose the best 4)
- AProject time and phasing requirements
- BSpecial pricing requirements, including allowances, alternates, and unit prices
- CAddenda
- DSubstitutions
- ECommunication protocol
- FA summary description of the project
- GOpening bid price
85In assembling the specifications on a project for your firm you are organizing Division 01- General Requirements. Which of the following are items that should be included in this section? (Choose 4)
- ALEED Checklist
- BWindows
- CProject Management and Coordination
- DCommissioning
- ESubmittal Procedures
- FSoil Tests
- GQuality Control
86You are in pre-construction phase on a project helping the Owner review information submitted from the Contractor. At a minimum should you verify that the Contractor has submitted? (Choose 3)
- AMechanical Lien Release
- BSub-Contractor list
- CPerformance Bond
- DSchedule extreme weather days
- ESchedule of Values
- FPrice lists from preferred manufacturers
- GProof of Insurance
87You have decided to take the CSI, CDT exam. According to CSI, what type of language should be used when writing specifications (Choose 4)?
- Acorrect
- Bcrisp
- Ccolorful
- Dclear
- Econfident
- Fcomplete
- Gconcise
88You are editing some specifications that were written by a colleague in your office. They are new to writing specifications and you are helping them to improve their spec writing abilities. Which of the following terms should be avoided when writing specifications (Choose 3)?
- Aperform
- Betc.
- Cquality
- Dshall
- Eherewith
- Fas indicated
89You are completing the contract documents for a residential project and want to write a set of outline specifications to be included with the documents. What are the four methods that are used for writing specifications? (Choose 4)
- ACode Driven
- BPerformance
- CDefined
- DProprietary
- EReference standard
- FShorthand
- GDescriptive
90All of the bids have come in on a project, and they all exceed the Owner’s project budget. The Owner-Architect Agreement on this project fixes a limit on construction. Legally what are the Owner’s options in this circumstance (Choose the best 4)?
- ARevise scope
- BCash Bid Bond
- CRevise Supplementary Conditions
- DRebid
- EAuthorize increase
- FAbandon project
- GAccept highest bid
91Your Architectural design firm is entering the construction phase on a project, and you are working on estimating the amount of time you will need to schedule to cover your responsibilities. During this phase which of the following are items that you will be responsible for (Choose 4)?
- AWrite specifications
- BIssue checks to the Sub-Contractors
- CReview and process shop drawings
- DObserve construction to ensure it is consistent with the contract documents
- EEvaluate and process the Contractors request for payments
- FManage requests for changes in the Work
- GCreate shop drawings
92In following the procedures set out in the Owner/Architect agreement, you are creating a submittal log for a project that is beginning construction phase. What information should you be sure this log captures (Choose 3)?
- ADate submittal was received
- BContractor’s signature
- CAction taken
- DBuilding Officials stamp of approval
- EOwners travel schedule
- FDate submittal sent from Architect to consultant
93You are in Construction Administration phase on a project where the Owner has chosen to hire their own construction manager. You are requested to attend a meeting to discuss roles and responsibilities for the project. Which of the following would be the construction managers responsibility (choose the best 4)?
- ACoordinate deliveries
- BReviews contract documents to ensure Contractor has all the proper materials for project
- CSubmit new drawings when changes are made
- DManage construction schedule
- EReview punch lists
- FManage construction budget
- GRespond to RFI’s
94You are assisting a client that is totally frustrated with their Contractor. The client is complaining that their project is behind schedule and that the Contractor is a terribly unprofessional at communication. They want to terminate the contract. Which of the following are valid legal reasons for ending a construction contract (Choose 3)?
- AContractor’s gender
- BContractor’s ethnicity
- CConvenience
- DContractor disregards laws
- EContractor’s age
- FContractor fails to pay subs
95An Owner on a project you are managing is on the phone with you and inquiring about the definition of consequential damages. Which of the following are examples of consequential damages (Choose 4)?
- AAllowances
- BProfit
- CFinancing
- DInsurance
- EContingencies
- FLosses of use
- GRental expenses
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