Managing Construction 13

Question 1

The PM is the common link from:

Answer 1

the construction planning to the closeout stage

Question 2

PMs DO NOT perform clerical tasks, they should focus on:

Answer 2

COST, SCHEDULE, & QUALITY

Question 3

Of the three stages of PLANNING, BUILDING, AND CLOSING OUT A PROJECT, the MOST CRITICAL is

Answer 3

PLANNING

Question 4

It is common knowledge that a construction firm’s largest opportunity is:

Answer 4

TO AFFECT THE OUTCOME OF A PROJECT. If this is missed, the opportunity is lost forever.

Question 5

What are the major duties of a PM in the planning stage?

Answer 5

1. RFI documentation and submission
2. Turnover meeting
3. Know the client
4. Scheduling
5. Precon meeting
6. Confirmation of estimated quantities
7. Material buyout

Question 6

What are the major duties of a PM in the construction stage?

Answer 6

1. Client relations
2. Financial performance
3. Change order management
4. Major material expediting
5. Billing / Accounts Payable
6. Trouble Shooting

Question 7

What are the major duties of a PM in the close out stage?

Answer 7

1. Closeout documentation
2. Closeout outstanding Change Orders
3. Post project review
4. Submit final billing and collect the final check