Construction Test 1 - Lecture 2 Flashcards
What are the key tools employed to manage a construction project?
Tools like planning and scheduling methods, project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), and Building Information Modeling (BIM).
What are the levels of management in construction?
Organizational, Project, Activity, Operation, Process, and Task levels.
What forms are used to set up and operate a construction business?
Legal and business structures, functional management areas, and coordination between head and field offices.
What components of a construction project need to be managed for success?
Scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, communication, resources, safety, and procurement.
What is construction engineering and management?
It involves managing all processes in a construction project, focusing on integrating planning, design, and execution to meet time, cost, and quality goals.
How does business management differ from project management?
Business management is ongoing, managing internal resources to sustain a company, while project management is dynamic, focusing on coordinating external resources to complete a specific project.
What are the responsibilities of a construction project manager?
Organizes, plans, schedules, and controls field work, coordinating with individuals and organizations to meet time and cost goals.
What qualifications should a project manager have?
Practical construction experience, access to planning and control staff, foresight, and leadership skills.
What are the primary tasks of a project manager in large projects?
Overseeing multiple smaller jobs, organizing the work, and ensuring quality and timely project completion.
What is the main goal of construction project management?
To provide professional services ensuring quality at minimum cost, integrating planning, design, and construction as cohesive tasks.
How do stakeholders in construction projects collaborate?
They work together to serve the owner’s best interests and deliver maximum value within the most economical time frame.
What are the balancing demands in construction management?
Scope, schedule, cost, environmental factors, quality, risk, communication, human resources, accounting, procurement, and safety.
What are the success measures in construction projects?
Meeting project objectives such as time, cost, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
What are the levels of management in construction?
Organizational, Project, Activity, Operation, Process, and Task levels, each with specific roles in managing time, cost, and resources.
Why is systematic project management important in construction?
It ensures price and schedule constraints are met, safety is maintained, and customer relations are preserved.
What does planning and scheduling involve in construction?
Determining what to do, how to do it, the order of activities, and establishing a calendar-date schedule to meet project deadlines.
What are common methods used for project scheduling?
Gantt charts, calendar tasks, precedence charts, and arrow charts.
How is project cost estimation done?
By using detailed quantity take-offs for labor, equipment, and materials, and applying actual production rates and unit costs from ongoing projects.
What is the role of periodic cost reports in construction projects?
They compare actual costs with budgeted and forecasted costs, enabling immediate action to control the project’s financial health.
How do time and cost management affect construction projects?
Both time and cost control are essential to meet quality specifications and ensure that project profits are not compromised.
What is involved in project financial management?
It includes managing cash flow, controlling costs, and ensuring the recovery of invested cash through progress payments.
What is a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)?
A hierarchical breakdown of a project into smaller, manageable components, aiding in planning, cost estimation, and tracking.
Why is the WBS important?
It helps in planning, establishing costs and budgets, linking objectives to resources, and facilitating scheduling and status reporting.
What are the advantages of computerized methods in construction project management?
Computers and software like MS Project and BIM help track and analyze project data, improving decision-making and efficiency.
