CMAA CMIT/ CMCI Certification Prep
A CM's role and responsibilities are governed solely by the Owner/CM Agreement.
True False - ✔✔ correct answer True
The sole source of a CM's liability is to its client.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Factors impactful in construction - ✔✔ correct answer Time, cost, complexity, uncertainty/risk,
turnover, conflict/litigation
List 5 attributes of Construction Projects - ✔✔ correct answer 1. Unique - each project is different
than the previous (budget, location, quality)
2. Finite Time frame - specific start and completion dates
3. Remote location - away from corporate office
4. Separate Management
5. Specialized equipment
6. Varied subcontractors
What is the abbreviation for the Construction Management Association of America? - ✔✔ correct
answer CMAA
A member shall not divulge to any person, firm or company, information of
_______________________ acquired during the course of professional activities. - ✔✔ correct
answer Confidential nature
The possible approaches for delivering a project are virtually unlimited. A key reason for such
variations is:
a. The different roles that can be assumed by project participants.
b. Different forms of contracts and methods of compensation that can be used.
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c. The different levels of care, responsibility, and risks assumed by the parties involved.
d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer d. All of the above.
WBS - ✔✔ correct answer Work Breakdown Structure - used for breaking down project into easily
manageable components or parts
Defective contract documents is a common cause of disputes?
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer a. True
A CM's role and responsibilities are governed solely by the Owner/CM Agreement.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Risk may be allocated by:
a. Contract
b. Recognized trade practices
c. Court decisions
d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer d. All of the above.
base isolators - ✔✔ correct answer Large shock absorbers made of alternating layers of rubber and
steel attached to a buildings foundation to allow movement of the structure without causing
damage.
Design Documents - ✔✔ correct answer Design Drawings
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Contract Documents
Contract Administration (RFIs, job progress inspections, pay application review)
Which of these is NOT a goal of professional management by a CM? - ✔✔ correct answer Establish a
buffer between the owner and the project
The contract documents for a project should be written primarily to protect the interest of the CM?
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Roles of Estimating Team: - ✔✔ correct answer 1. Identify project that fits company experience
2. Invite subcontractors for bids
3. Bid document review
4. Scope and estimate
5. Bid day, proposal prep and submission
6. Success project award & contract
What is the Commercial Sector? - ✔✔ correct answer High rise apartments; office buildings
Provide a brief description of the primary concern that a designer has during the design and
construction phase. - ✔✔ correct answer The designer is required to meet the needs and wants of
the owner and portraying that information to the contractor. If the design is incomplete, the project
will not be built to the owner's standards.
The traditional delivery system is characterized by executing the major phases of a project in:
a. An overlapping concept
b. A linear sequence
c. A fast track method
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d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer b. A linear sequence
A CM's liability is determined solely by whether or not the CM performed according to the required
standard of care.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
1. Line Authority - ✔✔ correct answer Power to give commands/orders to subordinates - gives order
down the line
There are two basic forms of CM, agency and at-risk. Each form provides for the basic services of
construction management practice. However, there are some key differences. Which of the following
do not apply to both CM forms?
a. Both forms provide advice to the Owner on constructibility, budget and schedule.
b. Both require that the liabilities and risks assumed by the parties be clearly understood,
coordinated, and stated in respective contracts.
c. Both forms allow the CM to function in an advisory role for the entire engagement of the CM.
d. Services can vary based on the contractual relationships of the parties and the risks that are
assumed. - ✔✔ correct answer c. Both forms allow the CM to function in an advisory role for the
entire engagement of the CM.
The first step in the risk allocation process is:
a. Determine which player has the greatest financial resources
b. Identify the sources of risk and assess their impact on the project
A CM's role and responsibilities are governed solely by the Owner/CM Agreement.
True False - ✔✔ correct answer True
The sole source of a CM's liability is to its client.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Factors impactful in construction - ✔✔ correct answer Time, cost, complexity, uncertainty/risk,
turnover, conflict/litigation
List 5 attributes of Construction Projects - ✔✔ correct answer 1. Unique - each project is different
than the previous (budget, location, quality)
2. Finite Time frame - specific start and completion dates
3. Remote location - away from corporate office
4. Separate Management
5. Specialized equipment
6. Varied subcontractors
What is the abbreviation for the Construction Management Association of America? - ✔✔ correct
answer CMAA
A member shall not divulge to any person, firm or company, information of
_______________________ acquired during the course of professional activities. - ✔✔ correct
answer Confidential nature
The possible approaches for delivering a project are virtually unlimited. A key reason for such
variations is:
a. The different roles that can be assumed by project participants.
b. Different forms of contracts and methods of compensation that can be used.
,CMAA CMIT/ CMCI Certification Prep
c. The different levels of care, responsibility, and risks assumed by the parties involved.
d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer d. All of the above.
WBS - ✔✔ correct answer Work Breakdown Structure - used for breaking down project into easily
manageable components or parts
Defective contract documents is a common cause of disputes?
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer a. True
A CM's role and responsibilities are governed solely by the Owner/CM Agreement.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Risk may be allocated by:
a. Contract
b. Recognized trade practices
c. Court decisions
d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer d. All of the above.
base isolators - ✔✔ correct answer Large shock absorbers made of alternating layers of rubber and
steel attached to a buildings foundation to allow movement of the structure without causing
damage.
Design Documents - ✔✔ correct answer Design Drawings
,CMAA CMIT/ CMCI Certification Prep
Contract Documents
Contract Administration (RFIs, job progress inspections, pay application review)
Which of these is NOT a goal of professional management by a CM? - ✔✔ correct answer Establish a
buffer between the owner and the project
The contract documents for a project should be written primarily to protect the interest of the CM?
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
Roles of Estimating Team: - ✔✔ correct answer 1. Identify project that fits company experience
2. Invite subcontractors for bids
3. Bid document review
4. Scope and estimate
5. Bid day, proposal prep and submission
6. Success project award & contract
What is the Commercial Sector? - ✔✔ correct answer High rise apartments; office buildings
Provide a brief description of the primary concern that a designer has during the design and
construction phase. - ✔✔ correct answer The designer is required to meet the needs and wants of
the owner and portraying that information to the contractor. If the design is incomplete, the project
will not be built to the owner's standards.
The traditional delivery system is characterized by executing the major phases of a project in:
a. An overlapping concept
b. A linear sequence
c. A fast track method
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d. All of the above. - ✔✔ correct answer b. A linear sequence
A CM's liability is determined solely by whether or not the CM performed according to the required
standard of care.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔ correct answer b. False
1. Line Authority - ✔✔ correct answer Power to give commands/orders to subordinates - gives order
down the line
There are two basic forms of CM, agency and at-risk. Each form provides for the basic services of
construction management practice. However, there are some key differences. Which of the following
do not apply to both CM forms?
a. Both forms provide advice to the Owner on constructibility, budget and schedule.
b. Both require that the liabilities and risks assumed by the parties be clearly understood,
coordinated, and stated in respective contracts.
c. Both forms allow the CM to function in an advisory role for the entire engagement of the CM.
d. Services can vary based on the contractual relationships of the parties and the risks that are
assumed. - ✔✔ correct answer c. Both forms allow the CM to function in an advisory role for the
entire engagement of the CM.
The first step in the risk allocation process is:
a. Determine which player has the greatest financial resources
b. Identify the sources of risk and assess their impact on the project
