CTB Project Management & Planning Flashcards

What does the term 'mobilization' refer to in a track construction project?

Answer: Moving equipment, materials, and personnel to the job site before construction begins

Mobilization covers all activities required to transport and set up resources at the job site in preparation for construction.

Which document is used to formally request a change to the project scope, schedule, or cost?

Answer: Change order

A change order is a formal, written agreement between the owner and contractor that modifies the original contract.

On a track project, a Request for Information (RFI) is typically issued when:

Answer: Field conditions or drawing conflicts require clarification from the engineer

An RFI is used to obtain clarification or additional information from the engineer or owner when discrepancies or ambiguities arise in the contract documents.

Resource leveling in project scheduling is used to:

Answer: Resolve over-allocation of labor or equipment by adjusting task timing

Resource leveling adjusts the project schedule to eliminate periods where required resources exceed available capacity.

What is a submittal in the context of track construction project management?

Answer: Shop drawings, product data, or samples submitted for engineer review and approval

Submittals are contractor-prepared documents or samples that the engineer reviews to verify materials and methods comply with contract requirements.

Earned Value (EV) in project cost management represents:

Answer: The budgeted value of work actually completed to date

Earned Value is the authorized budget assigned to the work that has actually been completed, used to measure project performance.