CCM Certified Construction Manager

During the pre-construction phase, what is the primary purpose of a constructability review?

• ATo finalize the project budget.
• BTo identify and resolve potential construction issues before they arise.
• CTo select the primary construction contractor.
• DTo secure all necessary building permits.

Which project delivery method places the owner in a single contract with a design-build entity for both design and construction services?

• ADesign-Bid-Build (DBB)
• BConstruction Manager at Risk (CMAR)
• CDesign-Build (DB)
• DIntegrated Project Delivery (IPD)

What is the critical path in a project schedule?

• AThe sequence of tasks that has the longest duration.
• BThe most expensive sequence of tasks.
• CThe tasks with the highest risk.
• DThe shortest possible time to complete the project.

A contractor submits a claim for additional compensation due to unforeseen site conditions. What is the first step the construction manager should take?

• AReject the claim immediately.
• BApprove the claim to avoid delays.
• CReview the contract documents for a differing site conditions clause.
• DNegotiate a lower amount with the contractor.

Which of the following is an example of a lagging indicator for safety performance?

• ANumber of safety training hours.
• BResults of safety audits.
• CNumber of near-miss incidents reported.
• DOSHA recordable incident rate.

What is the primary purpose of a Request for Information (RFI)?

• ATo request a change in the project scope.
• BTo clarify ambiguities or missing information in the contract documents.
• CTo submit a claim for additional payment.
• DTo formally accept a completed phase of the project.

In value engineering, what is the primary focus?

• AReducing costs by using lower-quality materials.
• BImproving the project's aesthetic appeal.
• CAchieving the required function at the lowest life-cycle cost.
• DAccelerating the project schedule.

Which type of insurance protects the owner against losses arising from the contractor's failure to complete the project?

• ACommercial General Liability (CGL)
• BBuilder's Risk
• CWorkers' Compensation
• DPerformance Bond

What does a 'pay-when-paid' clause in a subcontract typically mean?

• AThe subcontractor will be paid within 30 days of invoicing.
• BThe general contractor is not obligated to pay the subcontractor until the owner pays the…
• CThe subcontractor is paid directly by the project owner.
• DThe subcontractor assumes all risk of owner non-payment.

What is the primary goal of a quality assurance (QA) program in construction?

• ATo inspect and test completed work to ensure it meets specifications.
• BTo establish processes and procedures to prevent defects from occurring.
• CTo punish contractors for poor-quality work.
• DTo document all construction defects for legal purposes.

Which of the following is a direct cost?

• AProject manager's salary.
• BHome office overhead.
• CConcrete supplier's invoice.
• DMarketing expenses.

What is the purpose of a punch list?

• ATo list all remaining contractual obligations at the end of a project.
• BTo identify all items of work that are not in conformance with the contract documents.
• CTo track the project schedule and milestones.
• DTo document all safety violations on the job site.

In a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) delivery method, when is the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) typically established?

• ABefore the design is complete.
• BAfter the project is 100% complete.
• CDuring the bidding phase.
• DWhen the design is sufficiently complete, often around the design development or construc…

What is retainage in a construction contract?

• AA bonus paid to the contractor for early completion.
• BA percentage of each progress payment that is withheld by the owner.
• CThe contractor's profit margin on the project.
• DAn insurance policy against construction defects.

Which of the following is a key component of a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)?

• AIdentifying the potential hazards associated with each step of a task.
• BDetermining the cost of safety equipment.
• CAssigning blame for past accidents.
• DEvaluating the contractor's financial stability.

What is the purpose of liquidated damages in a construction contract?

• ATo punish the contractor for late completion.
• BTo provide a pre-agreed upon amount of compensation to the owner for damages caused by la…
• CTo cover the cost of change orders.
• DTo pay for the owner's legal fees in case of a dispute.