Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) Practice Exam

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• Is the partnering process an informal agreement among the parties?
• What tendency does the percentage of construction method of compensating an agency CM have on time and cost control?
• Is Construction Management a concept that can be oversold?
• True or False: Contractors do not owe exclusions for costs incurred during delays?
• What is a common misconception about Construction Management?
• What happens if the Contractor fails to meet deadlines due to their own fault?
• How does the duty of care impact the relationship between a CM and workers?
• What is the relevance of a project's scope in construction management?
• When acting as an agent of the owner, what is true about a construction manager bonding a multi-prime job?
• What is one significant challenge faced by Construction Managers?
• Is a Dispute Review Board found in every construction contract?
• Is it legal to discriminate on the basis of sex for any reason in construction projects?
• What role does a neutral facilitator play in the partnering workshop?
• Can an Owner maintain a full agency relationship with the CM while transferring risk?
• Who typically provides professional liability insurance?
• Under which circumstance might a construction manager's response to an RFP not be considered an offer?
• Does initiating the partnering process require increased staff or management time?
• True or False: An extension of contract time is the sole remedy for delays caused by both parties.
• Is the construction manager at risk required to prioritize the owner's interests?
• Will an at-risk CM be held to the same standard of care as an agency CM?
• Who is responsible for utility connection charges according to CMAA documentation?
• What is the Contractor's responsibility regarding safety and protection of work at Notice of Substantial Completion?
• If the delay is caused by factors beyond the control of both the Owner and the Contractor, what is the Contractor's remedy?
• When providing services specified in CMAA document A-1, what kind of liability may a CM face?
• What is an important technique in risk management during construction projects?
• Can arrangements for alternative dispute resolutions be established by contractual agreement or at dispute onset?
• What can a CM's response or proposal to an Owner's RFP be considered?
• If it becomes apparent that the Contractor's schedule will not be met due to the Contractor's fault, what does the Contractor agree to do?
• Are there accepted industry-wide standards for determining reasonable and fair compensation for construction management services?
• How must all communications from the Contractor to the Designer and Owner be handled?
• In an agency CM relationship, what type of financial risk does the CM bear?
• What is one implication of a Designer using the CMAA A-4 instead of AIA B-141/CM regarding professional liability?
• What ethical principle is considered vital for construction managers when dealing with clients?
• The CM acts as which type of agent for the Owner?
• When under a fixed-price contract, who typically assumes the risk of cost overruns?
• Aren't arbitration hearings governed by the same rules of evidence as court proceedings?
• The contract documents for a project are primarily intended to protect which party's interests?
• Why might some projects require pollution insurance?
• Which type of insurance may be unnecessary for a standard construction project?
• Which type of leadership style is most effective for a Construction Manager?
• What does the American with Disabilities Act of 1990 require employers to do?
• Does awarding a contract to the lowest bidder ensure more collaboration among parties?
• Would a construction manager's proposal typically include considerations for liability?
• What kind of issues does contracting for adequate fees encompass?
• What role does the Construction Manager typically play in a project?
• What is the purpose of a construction schedule?
• What does the term 'agency CM' refer to in construction management?
• In a fixed price or lump sum contract, when can contractors bid on work?
• What is the role of alternative dispute resolutions in construction projects?
• What is contractors' general belief about the Designer's role regarding decisions on contract claims?
• Why is understanding building codes and regulations important for a Construction Manager?
• What determines the risk allocation in a construction project when a GMP is established?
• Are the recommendations made by a Dispute Review Board binding upon the parties involved?
• Is it necessary to have job site interviews with field representatives of the parties before a partnering workshop?
• Is a cost overrun automatically considered a breach of the CM's duty of care to the Owner?
• True or False: The CM's responsibilities change drastically when the Owner accepts a GMP proposal.
• What is typically true about the responsibilities of the CM after the GMP is accepted?
• Which of the following statements about general liability insurance is accurate?
• What happens if the Contractor fails to ensure safety at the site?
• What happens when a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for construction cost is established?
• In the CMAA CM at Risk series, is the CM permitted to perform part of the work?
• What type of contract is most often required for construction management services?
• When does a Dispute Review Board typically convene?
• Which of the following is true about the legal implications of indemnification?
• Can the performance of a CM under an agency agreement be insured through professional liability insurance?
• Is placing the construction manager in an agency role always beneficial for the owner?
• In the context of construction management, the term 'stakeholder' encompasses what?
• Does requiring a GMP during preconstruction phases create a potential conflict between the CM and the Owner?
• What is a primary benefit of having professional liability insurance for a CM?
• Is the background of a Construction Manager (CM) as a contractor or designer relevant in court for professional negligence cases?
• Is a CM's duty to maintain site safety limited to just setting up a safety plan?
• What best describes the function of a mediator in a dispute resolution process?
• If a Contractor causes damage to another Contractor's work, how should they address it?
• What is the purpose of the CMAA Construction Management Standards of Practice?
• In construction project contracts, what is the implication of a contractor's responsibility?
• Are unit priced items inclusive of overhead and profit?
• What are the CMAA guidelines intended to define?
• Should a CM decide, on behalf of the Owner, the types and amounts of insurance coverage?
• Are all forms of alternative dispute resolution voluntary procedures?
• Which method of compensation is commonly associated with agency CM?
• Which of the following is NOT a basis for contracting issues?
• What does 'quality assurance' refer to in construction?
• Must a neutral facilitator be present to conduct the partnering workshop?
• Does the CM have the authority to reject work on behalf of the owner?
• What is the main focus of risk management in construction?
• What role does the construction manager fulfill regarding the contract with the owner?
• Is it common for Construction Managers to act as insurance advisers to the owner?
• Are CMAA standard contract documents designed to be legally binding?
• Is it true that the mediation record, including settlement offers, can be used in later judicial proceedings?
• What is the relationship of agency CM to the trade or prime contractors?
• What is the typical focus of a Construction Manager’s role regarding liability insurance?
• Does certification as a Construction Manager imply that the practitioner has "state of the art" knowledge?
• Why is it important to involve legal counsel with standard construction contracts?
• What is the primary goal of project budgeting?
• It is in the best interest of the Owner to allocate all risk to other parties. Is this true?
• What can a CM's response to an RFP be considered as?
• What insurance is commonly considered necessary for projects due to environmental concerns?
• How many basic forms of construction phase contracts exist?
• What is a primary responsibility of a Construction Manager?
• Why is risk allocation important for Owners in construction projects?
• Who holds the responsibility to ensure that contracts used in the project are legally enforceable?
• What is a necessary condition for the Owner’s obligation to compensate the Designer?
• Which method is often used for conflict resolution in construction projects?
• In a construction management context, what does "GMP" stand for?
• Does the duty of the professional CM extend beyond the Owner-CM contract?
• True or False: The contractor must not incur penalties if delays occur due to their fault?
• Which factor is essential for a successful construction project?
• Are the roles and responsibilities of a Construction Manager governed solely by the Owner/CM Agreement?
• Using standard forms of agreement always results in fewer disputes. Is this statement true or false?
• Is the Owner allowed to alter or revoke contract requirements?
• Which of these is crucial for effective communication within a construction team?
• Is partnering considered a commitment that changes the terms of a contract agreement?
• Is a written contract for the performance of construction management services necessary?
• What is a common outcome for contractors under a lump sum contract?
• In the CMAA CM at Risk Series documents, who is the CM acting as until a GMP is accepted by the Owner?
• Under the CMAA A-4 documents, what obligation does the Owner have regarding site visit compensation for the Designer?
• How is a CM's liability typically determined?
• When is the Owner obligated to stop work according to the CMAA documents?
• If a CM serves in an agency capacity, does this expose them to strict liability under CERCLA?
• In a fixed fee compensation arrangement, what does an agency CM share in if costs are lower than planned?
• What is usually divided into separate phases in the cost plus fixed fee method of CM compensation?
• Will a general contractor always prioritize the owner's interests when working under a lump sum contract?
• How is the scope of a professional construction manager's duty defined?
• What is an essential reason for using legal counsel in contract review?
• Are federal environmental statutes involved in regulating construction debris?
• In the CMAA Agency series, can the Designer object to the Construction Management Plan prepared by the CM?
• Which statement about the CMAA contract documents is true?
• What is the role of indemnification in contract agreements?
• How is the fixed fee established in a cost plus fixed fee arrangement?
• Do agency construction managers typically possess the power to sanction contractors?
• Are National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits required for all effluent discharges?
• Which type of laws take precedence over state law?
• Do Standard General Liability insurance policies provide coverage for professional services rendered by Construction Managers?
• If a Designer uses CMAA A-4 instead of AIA, what effect does it have on their liability?
• In the context of agency CM, who does the agency act on behalf of?
• Is the statement "The Designer acts in the joint interests of the Owner and Contractor" true?
• Is prior communication relevant in the partnering process?
• Is it mandatory for a project schedule to always be presented in the Critical Path Method (CPM) format?
• What primarily defines the scope of a professional CM's duty?
• Which of the following statements is true regarding disputes in contract awarding?
• When a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) is agreed upon, what change occurs regarding the duties owed to the owner?
• What potential issue arises from a method of compensation indicative of an agency CM relationship?
• Are the CMAA standard forms of agreements suitable for all design and construction projects?
• When managing multi-prime contractors, which is the first consideration for a CM under an agency relationship?
• When a CM's proposed GMP is accepted by the owner, what is the impact on the CM's responsibilities?
• Is the Contractor obligated to provide safe access to the site for other contractors?
• Can Construction Managers (CMs) obtain professional liability insurance?