Construction and Evaluation Flashcards

During construction, the owner requests a significant design change that increases the contract sum. What document should be used?

Answer: Change Order

A Change Order is required when a change affects contract sum or time, and it must be agreed upon and signed by all three parties.

What is the contractor's primary obligation upon discovering a concealed condition that differs materially from the contract documents?

Answer: Notify the architect promptly before disturbing the condition

AIA A201 requires the contractor to promptly notify the architect of differing site conditions before proceeding so the architect can investigate and direct the response.

Which insurance is the contractor typically required to carry to protect against bodily injury and property damage claims from third parties?

Answer: Commercial General Liability

Commercial General Liability insurance protects against third-party claims for bodily injury and property damage arising from construction operations.

What is the function of a Construction Change Directive (CCD)?

Answer: To direct a change in the work when owner and contractor have not yet agreed on the adjustment

A CCD allows the owner and architect to direct a change even without contractor agreement, with cost and time to be determined later.

A project's Certificate of Occupancy is issued by which authority?

Answer: The local building department

The Certificate of Occupancy is issued by the local jurisdiction's building department after inspections confirm the building complies with applicable codes.

What does 'substantial completion' mean in practical terms for the architect's role?

Answer: The architect issues a Certificate of Substantial Completion and the contractor's punch list obligations begin

Upon substantial completion, the architect issues the certificate, the contractor's one-year correction period starts, and the punch list is formalized.