CCM Contract Administration 5

Question 1

In a design-build contract, who bears the risk of design errors and omissions?

Accepted Answer

The design-builder, who is responsible for both design and construction

Answer

In design-build delivery, the design-builder assumes responsibility for all design errors and omissions because they hold both the design and construction obligations under a single contract.

Question 2

What is the purpose of project closeout documentation, specifically 'as-built drawings' (record drawings)?

Accepted Answer

To record the actual locations, dimensions, and conditions of installed work as constructed

Answer

As-built drawings document how the project was actually constructed, capturing field changes and actual conditions to support future maintenance, renovation, and emergency response.

Question 3

A contractor requests a time extension due to abnormally severe weather. Under AIA A201, this is classified as:

Accepted Answer

An excusable non-compensable delay entitling the contractor to time but not additional compensation

Answer

Abnormally severe weather is an excusable delay under AIA A201, entitling the contractor to a time extension but not additional compensation unless the contract specifically provides otherwise.

Question 4

Which provision in a construction contract addresses the contractor's obligation to continue working during a dispute rather than stopping work?

Accepted Answer

The duty to proceed clause

Answer

The duty to proceed (or 'prosecute the work') clause requires the contractor to continue performance during disputes and pursue monetary claims through contractual dispute resolution mechanisms.

Question 5

What is the key distinction between 'termination for default' and 'termination for convenience' in a construction contract?

Accepted Answer

Termination for default allows the owner to complete the work at the contractor's expense; termination for convenience allows the contractor to recover anticipated profits

Answer

Termination for default is a remedy for contractor breach allowing completion at the contractor's cost, while termination for convenience compensates the contractor for work done and allows recovery of some profit on unperformed work.

(CCM) Certified Construction Manager Practice Test

(CCM) Certified Construction Manager Practice Test

CCM Contract Administration 5