PROJECT FUNDAMENTALS

Question 1

Time Allowances in Programs (design stages)

Answer 1

Include these in addition to estimated design and documentation time:

1. Consultant Timeframes
2. Client Approval Periods
3. Authority Approval Periods

Question 2

Cost of Works forecasting methods in order from least to most accurate & best use cases for each

Answer 2

1). SQM Rate / General use by Architect, especially in early stages

2). Elemental Rate / QS scope or used by Architect to assess alternatives (eg comparing a finish)

3). Bill of Quantities / QS Scope Only

Question 3

Key considerations when dealing with digital data

Answer 3

• remove logo and title from drawings that may be amended by others
• ensure CAA protects from associated risks with data transfer (CAA2019 does)
• Contracts involving the provision of BIM models are not traditional scope, contact PI insurer

Question 4

How is level of detail measured in BIM Management Plans

Answer 4

LOD 100 (Sketch Design) - LOD 300 (Construction Documentation)

Question 5

Key Information Found on a Property Title

Answer 5

• ownership
• covenants
• easements
• boundary
• party walls

Question 6

Title Covenants

Answer 6

Obligations and Duty’s tied to the land

Eg. Fencing or maintenance requirements

Note: they can be overridden by Planning Policy

Question 7

Property Easement

Answer 7

Right to do something on the land of others

Eg. Drainage easement & Right of Way

Question 8

Additional Architectural Services

Answer 8

Masterplanning

Feasibility

Record document

Illustrations

Inspections (risky)

Question 9

Precautions When Offering Additional Services

Answer 9

• extra fees
• ensure appropriate skills
• assess risk
• inform insurer

Question 10

Two Types of Consultant Engagement

Answer 10

1). Secondary Consultants (client engaged)

2). Sub-consultants (Architect Engaged)

Question 11

Key Considerations When Engaging a Sub-consultant

Answer 11

1). Ensure “back to back” contracts ( Insurances & Liability )

The Architect Specialist Consultant Agreement (ASCA2017) has “back to back” terms with the CAA2019

2). Decide on client-reimbursement or all-inclusive fee model.

Question 12

Architects main responsibility when dealing with specialist consultants

Answer 12

Coordination + Integration

Question 13

Minimum Consultant List for a Residential Project

Answer 13

• Building surveyor
• Land Surveyor
• Structural Engineer
• Geotechnical Engineer
• Energy Assessor

Question 14

Statutory Limitation for Liability

Answer 14

6 years from “moment of loss/damage”

Question 15

Liability Cap for claims related to construction issues & defects

Answer 15

10 years in most states

Question 16

How long should an Architect maintain Professional Indemnity Insurance

Answer 16

Forever. Upon retirement it is called “Run-Off” insurance.