SPP DOC 204-B Construction Management Services Flashcards
The Construction Manager (CM) could either be:
- a member of the staff of the owner
- an independent individual
- a firm hired by the owner
Can an architect serve as the construction manager (CM)?
Myis
Functions and Descriptions of Construction Manager
- coordination and supervision
- cost and time control
- quality control of work
- keeping of records
Can the construction manager hire the CSG to be under his employ?
Myis
Can the Construction Manager supervise the CSG hired directly by the owner?
Nyeah
Can the CM involve himself directly with the work of the Contractor?
Naur
Can the CM impose methods, systems or designs that will substantially affect the construction schedule and impair the design concept of the Architect?
Nuh uh
True or False
The Architect as the Construction Manager (CM) is DIRECTLY responsible to the Owner on all aspects of the construction work: programming, coordination, quality and cost control and time management.
True
The CM assumes no liability in case equipment fail to function or if a portion of the building collapses due to:
- deficiencies in the plan / design, provided the CM did not participate in the plan / design review and approval, or
- due to the deficiencies in the manner of construction, provided the CM faithfully discharged his function/s during the construction / project implementation.
The construction manager may be an
individual or firm
Method of compensation for an architect acting as Construction Manager
separate compensation
Why does the architect be separately compensated when rendering construction management services?
Because construction management is not part of the regular services of the Architect.
Qualifications of CM
- Extensive experience
- RLA
- Member in good standing in IAPOA
