CDT Construction Administration

Question 1

What is the architect's primary responsibility during construction administration?

Accepted Answer

Observing construction for general conformance with the contract documents

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Supervising and directing the contractor's workforce

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Managing the construction schedule on behalf of the owner

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Approving all materials purchases by the contractor

Question 2

What is the purpose of a submittal log during construction administration?

Accepted Answer

To record and track all shop drawings, product data, and samples submitted for architect review

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To track contractor payments and retainage

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To document all RFIs issued by the contractor

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To monitor the construction schedule milestones

Question 3

When an architect reviews a shop drawing and stamps it 'Revise and Resubmit,' what must the contractor do?

Accepted Answer

Revise the shop drawing per the comments and resubmit for another review

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Proceed with fabrication using the corrections noted

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Obtain owner approval before resubmitting

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Stop all related work until a Change Order is issued

Question 4

Who is responsible for maintaining a daily construction log on a project?

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The contractor, documenting daily work activities, workforce, weather, and events

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The architect during site visits

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The owner's representative only

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The structural engineer of record

Question 5

What is a punch list in the context of construction administration?

Accepted Answer

A list of incomplete or deficient items that must be corrected before final completion

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A list of subcontractors approved for bidding

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A schedule of contractor payments

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A log of RFIs requiring architect response

Question 6

Under AIA A201, what happens if the contractor believes extra compensation is warranted but has not provided timely written notice?

Accepted Answer

The contractor may waive the right to a claim by failing to provide required timely written notice

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The contractor automatically receives the extra cost

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The architect mediates the dispute without notice requirements

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The owner must pay regardless of notice