ASCE Construction Engineering and Management Flashcards
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In construction, what is a 'punch list'?
Answer: A list of items to be corrected or completed before final acceptance
A punch list documents deficiencies and incomplete work items that must be addressed before the owner grants final acceptance.
What is the primary purpose of bonding in construction contracts?
Answer: To provide financial protection if the contractor defaults
Construction bonds (performance, payment) protect the owner and subcontractors from financial loss if the contractor fails to perform.
Which document formally establishes the scope, schedule, and cost baseline for a construction project?
Answer: Project Management Plan
The Project Management Plan documents the approved scope, schedule, and budget baselines against which project performance is measured.
What is the standard definition of 'substantial completion' in construction?
Answer: The stage when the work is sufficiently complete for the owner's intended use
Substantial completion means the work is complete enough that the owner can use or occupy the facility for its intended purpose.
Which project delivery method combines design and construction responsibility under a single contract?
Answer: Design-Build
In Design-Build, a single entity holds contracts for both design and construction, providing a single point of responsibility to the owner.
What is the purpose of retainage in construction contracts?
Answer: To withhold a portion of payment as an incentive for completion
Retainage is a percentage of earned contract value withheld by the owner until substantial or final completion to ensure the contractor finishes the work.