GCC Construction Project Management and Planning 2

Question 1

A contractor is preparing a project schedule and needs to determine which tasks directly impact the project completion date. Which scheduling method identifies the Critical Path?

Accepted Answer

Forward and backward pass calculations through the network diagram

Answer

The Critical Path is identified by performing forward and backward pass calculations to find activities with zero total float.

Question 2

During project execution, the owner requests a scope addition that will cost $45,000 and add 15 days to the schedule. What document should the contractor issue first?

Accepted Answer

Change order proposal (COP) or change order request

Answer

A change order proposal or request is issued first to document cost and schedule impacts before the owner formally approves a change order.

Question 3

Which type of contract places the greatest financial risk on the contractor for cost overruns?

Accepted Answer

Lump sum (fixed price) contract

Answer

Under a lump sum contract, the contractor bears all cost overrun risk because the price is fixed regardless of actual costs incurred.

Question 4

A project manager notices that the actual cost of work performed (ACWP) exceeds the budgeted cost of work performed (BCWP). What does this indicate?

Accepted Answer

The project has a cost overrun (negative cost variance)

Answer

When ACWP > BCWP, the cost variance (CV = BCWP - ACWP) is negative, indicating a cost overrun.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of a pre-construction meeting held before work begins on a project?

Accepted Answer

To establish communication protocols, site logistics, and project expectations among all parties

Answer

A pre-construction meeting aligns the owner, contractor, and subcontractors on communication channels, schedules, and site procedures before work starts.

(GCC) General Contracting Certification Practice Test

(GCC) General Contracting Certification Practice Test

GCC Construction Project Management and Planning 2