Chapter 2 - Roles of Construction Manager

Question 1

Estimate the Project

Answer 1

Provide the amount of money needed to build according to plans and specs
Evaluate actual cost with estimated cost

Question 2

Administer Contract

Answer 2

“Red Tape” and paperwork associated with the project

Question 3

Job Site and Construction Operations

Answer 3

Manage all activities associate with the construction crew doing their jobs
Tools, deliveries, parking, porta potties, ETC…

Question 4

Planning and Scheduling

Answer 4

Organize activities in logical sequence

Monitor and adjust schedule throughout process

Question 5

Monitor Performance

Answer 5

Stick to baseline costs and time estimates

Question 6

Manage Project Quality

Answer 6

Stick to plans and specs provided

Quality control plan

Question 7

Manage Project Safety

Answer 7

Create and maintain safe environment

Question 8

Assess Project Risks

Answer 8

cost, time, quality, and safety

Question 9

Problem Solving and Decision Making

Answer 9

Solve on site issues and make quality decisions

Question 10

8 Functions of CM

Answer 10

Estimate the Project
Administer Contract
Job Site and Construction Operations
Planning and Scheduling
Monitor Performance
Manage Project Quality
Assess Project Risks
Problem Solving and Decision Making