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Grade-1 Cost Engineer (一级造价工程师, China)

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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: Grade-2 Cost Engineer (China) Exam

2 Papers

Examination Structure (Basic Knowledge & Practical Valuation)

MOHURD / MOHRSS National Cost Engineer Provisions

2 Years

Rolling Score Validity Cycle to Pass Both Subjects

Provincial HRSS / MOHURD Examination Notices

50%–60%

Typical Provincial Passing Cutoff Score (e.g. 60/100)

Provincial Professional Examination Centers

GB 50500 / 50353

Core National Engineering Standards Tested

MOHURD National Engineering Standards

3% Max

Maximum Statutory Quality Warranty Withholding Limit

MOHURD / MOF Jian Zhi [2017] No. 138

Small & Medium

Statutory Project Practice Scope for Grade-2 Cost Engineers

Provisions on the Professional Qualification System for Cost Engineers

The Grade-2 Cost Engineer Examination is China's official professional qualification for construction cost management and quantity surveying on small and medium projects. Administered by provincial housing, transport, water resources, and HRSS departments under unified national syllabi, it evaluates mastery of PRC construction laws, cost composition, quota pricing, GB/T 50353 building area measurement, GB 50500 BOQ valuation, and contract settlement.

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1Under the PRC Construction Law (中华人民共和国建筑法), within what timeframe must a construction unit (developer/owner) commence construction after obtaining a Construction Permit (施工许可证)?
A.Within 1 month from the date of permit issuance.
B.Within 3 months from the date of permit issuance.
C.Within 6 months from the date of permit issuance.
D.Within 12 months from the date of permit issuance.
Explanation: According to Article 9 of the PRC Construction Law, the construction enterprise must commence work within 3 months of obtaining the construction permit. If construction cannot begin on schedule due to justifiable reasons, an application for an extension may be made to the issuing authority, with a maximum of two extensions not exceeding 3 months each. If work does not commence and no extension is granted, the permit becomes void.
2Under the Provisions on the Scope and Scale of Mandatory Tendering for Construction Projects (NDRC Decree No. 16 / 国家发展和改革委员会第16号令), what is the statutory monetary threshold above which construction engineering contracts on state-owned or state-funded projects MUST undergo public bidding?
A.Single contract value estimated at RMB 1,000,000 or more.
B.Single contract value estimated at RMB 2,000,000 or more.
C.Single contract value estimated at RMB 4,000,000 or more.
D.Single contract value estimated at RMB 10,000,000 or more.
Explanation: Under NDRC Decree No. 16 (effective June 2018), the monetary threshold for mandatory tendering of construction works (施工单项合同估算价) is RMB 4,000,000 or more. For the procurement of important equipment and materials, the threshold is RMB 2,000,000 or more, and for survey, design, and supervision consulting services, it is RMB 1,000,000 or more.
3Regarding subcontracting (分包) in construction projects, which of the following practices is strictly PROHIBITED under the PRC Construction Law and Tendering and Bidding Law?
A.Subcontracting non-structural specialized engineering works with prior authorization specified in the construction contract.
B.A general contractor subcontracting the construction of the building's main structural frame (主体结构施工) to a qualified specialized subcontractor.
C.Subcontracting specialized labor services (劳务分包) to a certified construction labor service enterprise.
D.The general contractor assuming joint and several liability with the subcontractor to the construction unit for the subcontracted works.
Explanation: Under Article 29 of the PRC Construction Law, the construction of the main structure (主体结构) of a building MUST be completed directly by the general contractor itself and cannot be subcontracted. Subcontracting the main structural framework constitutes illegal subcontracting (违法分包).
4Under the Implementation Regulations of the PRC Tendering and Bidding Law (中华人民共和国招标投标法实施条例), what is the statutory ceiling for a tender security / bid bond (投标保证金)?
A.Shall not exceed 1% of the estimated contract price, with a maximum cap of RMB 500,000.
B.Shall not exceed 2% of the estimated contract price, with a maximum cap of RMB 800,000.
C.Shall not exceed 5% of the estimated contract price, with a maximum cap of RMB 1,000,000.
D.Shall not exceed 10% of the estimated contract price, with no maximum monetary cap.
Explanation: Article 26 of the Implementation Regulations of the PRC Tendering and Bidding Law states that the amount of the bid bond (投标保证金) shall not exceed 2% of the estimated price of the tendered project, and for construction engineering bidding, the maximum amount shall not exceed RMB 800,000.
5According to the Implementation Regulations of the PRC Tendering and Bidding Law, what is the maximum statutory limit for the performance bond (履约保证金) required from the winning bidder?
A.Shall not exceed 2% of the winning bid contract price.
B.Shall not exceed 5% of the winning bid contract price.
C.Shall not exceed 10% of the winning bid contract price.
D.Shall not exceed 20% of the winning bid contract price.
Explanation: Under Article 58 of the Implementation Regulations of the PRC Tendering and Bidding Law, the performance bond (履约保证金) stipulated in the tender documents shall not exceed 10% of the winning bid contract price (中标合同金额).
6For the 18-month period governing a contractor's priority right to construction-project payment (建设工程价款优先受偿权), which event starts the period under the relevant Supreme People's Court interpretation?
A.The date the construction contract is signed
B.The date physical construction starts
C.The date the employer's obligation to pay the construction price becomes due
D.The date of completion acceptance in every case
Explanation: The 18-month period is calculated from the date on which the employer's obligation to pay the construction price becomes due. Contract signing, commencement, or completion acceptance is not an automatic substitute for the agreed or legally determined payment-due date.
7According to the Provisions on the Composition of Construction and Installation Engineering Costs (建标[2013]44号), which of the following costs is classified as a constituent element of Labor Cost (人工费)?
A.Enterprise management staff salaries (管理人员工资).
B.Allowances and subsidies paid to on-site production workers (奖金、津贴补贴).
C.Basic endowment insurance contributions paid by the enterprise (基本养老保险费).
D.Costs of labor protection supplies for site safety inspections (劳动保护费).
Explanation: Under Jian Biao [2013] No. 44, Labor Cost (人工费) comprises all remunerations paid directly to on-site production workers and auxiliary workers, including basic wages, bonuses, allowances and subsidies (津贴补贴), overtime pay, and wages paid during special circumstances. Management salaries and labor protection supplies belong to Enterprise Overhead (企业管理费), and pension contributions belong to Statutory Fees (规费).
8Under MOHURD/MOF Notice Jian Biao [2013] No. 44, which components comprise the Material Cost (材料费) of construction and installation engineering?
A.Original material price, VAT, and site inspection testing fees.
B.Material original price, freight/transportation fee, transportation loss fee, and procurement and storage fee (采购及保管费).
C.Material original price, secondary handling fee, and laboratory trial mix fee.
D.Material original price, packing fee, scaffolding rental, and on-site distribution fee.
Explanation: Under Jian Biao [2013] No. 44, Material Cost (材料费) consists of four elements: (1) Material original price (材料原价), (2) Freight and transportation charges (运杂费), (3) Transportation and handling loss during transit (运输损耗费), and (4) Procurement and storage fees (采购及保管费).
9Which of the following items is NOT one of the seven statutory cost components of Construction Machinery Usage Costs (施工机具使用费) under Jian Biao [2013] No. 44?
A.Depreciation fee (折旧费) and Major overhaul fee (大修理费).
B.Regular maintenance fee (经常修理费) and Fuel/power fee (燃料动力费).
C.Installation/dismantling fee and off-site transport fee (安拆费及场外运费).
D.Machinery comprehensive liability insurance and site equipment storage fee (设备财产综合保险及保管费).
Explanation: The seven standard components of construction machinery usage costs are: (1) Depreciation fee, (2) Major overhaul fee, (3) Regular maintenance fee, (4) Installation, dismantling, and off-site transport fee, (5) Fuel and power fee, (6) Machine operator wages (人工费), and (7) Vehicle and vessel usage taxes and road maintenance fees (车船税费). General machinery property insurance is accounted under Enterprise Overhead (企业管理费 - 财产保险费).
10Which of the following expenditure items is categorized under Enterprise Overhead (企业管理费) according to Jian Biao [2013] No. 44?
A.Housing provident fund contributions (住房公积金).
B.Work-related injury insurance (工伤保险费).
C.Worker education funds (职工教育经费) and labor union funds (工会经费).
D.Safety and civilized construction measure fees (安全文明施工费).
Explanation: Under Jian Biao [2013] No. 44, Worker Education Funds (职工教育经费) and Labor Union Funds (工会经费) belong to Enterprise Overhead (企业管理费). Housing provident fund and injury insurance belong to Statutory Fees (规费), while safety and civilized construction fees are Measure Items Fees (措施项目费).

About the Grade-2 Cost Engineer (China) Exam

The Grade-2 Cost Engineer Professional Qualification Examination (全国二级造价工程师职业资格考试) is administered by provincial authorities within the national cost-engineer framework. It has Basic Knowledge and Measurement & Valuation Practice subjects across Civil & Building, Transport, Water Resources, and Installation specialties, with local notices setting dates, item types, durations, fees, and pass marks. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation, not an official translation or provincial paper simulation. Current valuation content follows GB/T 50500-2024.

Assessment

Two provincially administered subjects: 建设工程造价管理基础知识 (Basic Knowledge of Construction Cost Management) and 建设工程计量与计价实务 (Construction Engineering Measurement and Valuation Practice) in Civil/Building, Transport, Water Resources, or Installation

Time Limit

Set by the administering province and current examination notice

Passing Score

Determined by the administering province under a two-year rolling window

Exam Fee

Set by the administering province; consult the current provincial examination notice (Provincial Departments of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, Transport, Water Resources, and Human Resources and Social Security)

Grade-2 Cost Engineer (China) Exam Content Outline

30%

Basic Knowledge of Construction Cost Management (建设工程造价管理基础知识)

Evaluates foundational knowledge of PRC construction laws and economic principles: PRC Construction Law (permits, contractor qualifications, subcontracting restrictions), Tendering and Bidding Law and its Implementation Regulations (thresholds, tender security, bid evaluation), Civil Code contract rules (contract validity, statutory contractor liens), construction cost element composition under MOHURD/MOF Jian Biao [2013] No. 44 (direct labor, materials, machinery, overhead, profit, statutory fees, VAT), quota classification (construction vs budget quotas), labor and material consumption calculation, and construction loan interest formulas.

25%

Construction Engineering Measurement Principles (建设工程计量)

Focuses on engineering quantity takeoff and geometric calculation rules: GB/T 50353-2013 building area calculation standards (structural height >= 2.20 m vs < 2.20 m, balcony 1/2 projection area rules, bay window sill height and clearance criteria, underground spaces, overhangs, elevated corridors, external insulation layers), earthwork excavation and backfill volume measurement under GB 50854, reinforced concrete members volume deductions and theoretical rebar weight (0.00617 × d²), masonry wall deductions, and interior/exterior plastering area measurements.

25%

Construction Engineering Valuation & Bill of Quantities (建设工程计价与工程量清单)

Covers engineering pricing under GB/T 50500-2024: 12-digit BOQ coding, tax-exclusive all-in comprehensive unit prices, unit-rate and lump-sum measure items, non-competitive safety-production measures, provisional sums and valuations, daywork, general-contractor service fees, maximum tender prices, and bid pricing.

20%

Contract Administration, Progress Payments & Settlement (合同价款管理与索赔结算)

Encompasses current construction-contract financial administration and post-contract cost control: advance payments, safety-production measure payments, interim billing, BOQ quantity deviations, price adjustment, force majeure, delay claims, quality warranty funds, and final settlement.

How to Pass the Grade-2 Cost Engineer (China) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: Determined by the administering province under a two-year rolling window
  • Assessment: Two provincially administered subjects: 建设工程造价管理基础知识 (Basic Knowledge of Construction Cost Management) and 建设工程计量与计价实务 (Construction Engineering Measurement and Valuation Practice) in Civil/Building, Transport, Water Resources, or Installation
  • Time limit: Set by the administering province and current examination notice
  • Exam fee: Set by the administering province; consult the current provincial examination notice

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Grade-2 Cost Engineer (China) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Memorize Mandatory Cost Elements under Jian Biao [2013] No. 44: Understand both classification systems—by cost elements (Labor, Material, Machinery, Enterprise Overhead, Profit, Statutory Fees, VAT) and by cost formation (Sub-divided Works, Measure Items, Other Items, Statutory Fees, VAT).
2Master GB/T 50353-2013 Building Area Rules: Memorize the structural storey height cutoff (>= 2.20 m for full area, < 2.20 m for 1/2 area), the balcony 1/2 projection rule regardless of enclosure, bay window sill height (>= 0.45 m exempt) and net height thresholds, and canopy cantilever width (>= 2.10 m for 1/2 area).
3Understand GB/T 50500-2024 comprehensive unit pricing as a tax-exclusive all-in price covering labor, materials, machinery, management, profit, risk, and necessary auxiliary work.
4Know Non-Competitive Cost Rules: Remember that Safety and Civilized Construction fees (安全文明施工费), Statutory Fees (规费: social insurance and housing fund), and Taxes (税金: VAT) are strictly non-competitive and cannot be discounted or bid down.
5Internalize Contract Payment Formulas: Practice calculating advance payment deduction starting points (T = P - M/N), monthly progress payment retainages, quantity variation +-15% rate adjustment mechanics, and material price escalation risk-sharing formulas (+-5% material, +-10% machinery).
6Master Risk Allocation in Force Majeure: Clearly distinguish which party bears which costs (Employer bears permanent works and site cleanup; Contractor bears own personnel injuries and equipment repairs; time is extended without liquidated damages).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Grade-2 Cost Engineer qualification and what is its practice scope?

The Grade-2 Cost Engineer (二级造价工程师) is an official professional qualification in the People's Republic of China established under the Provisions on the Professional Qualification System for Cost Engineers (造价工程师职业资格制度规定). Licensed Grade-2 Cost Engineers are legally authorized to assist Grade-1 Cost Engineers or independently undertake construction cost management for small and medium engineering projects, including compiling and auditing investment estimates, design budgets, bills of quantities, tender ceiling prices, bid estimates, progress billing valuations, and final project settlement accounts.

How does the Grade-2 Cost Engineer differ from the Grade-1 Cost Engineer?

The Grade-1 examination is nationally organized across four subjects with a four-year rolling period. The Grade-2 examination has two subjects under a national syllabus but is organized provincially, with a two-year rolling score-validity window; practice and registration details follow the applicable provincial rules.

What are the passing score and score validity rules for the Grade-2 examination?

The examination consists of 2 papers: Basic Knowledge of Construction Cost Management (建设工程造价管理基础知识, 100 points) and Construction Engineering Measurement and Valuation Practice (建设工程计量与计价实务, 100 points). Passing cutoffs are determined annually by provincial housing and HRSS authorities (generally 50% to 60% of total score, such as 60/100 points). Candidates must pass both papers within two consecutive examination years (rolling 2-year cycle) to obtain the qualification certificate.

Which engineering specialties are available for the practical paper?

The practical subject (建设工程计量与计价实务) is divided into four professional categories: Civil/Building Engineering (土木建筑工程), Transport Engineering (交通运输工程), Water Resources Engineering (水利工程), and Installation Engineering (安装工程). Candidates select one specialty during examination registration based on their professional practice area.

What are the core national standards tested in the Grade-2 Cost Engineer examination?

Key current references include GB/T 50500-2024 for Bill of Quantities valuation, the applicable 2024 professional quantity-calculation standard such as GB/T 50854-2024 for building and decoration works, GB/T 50353-2013 for building-area calculation, and current national and provincial cost-management provisions. Candidates must follow the standards named in their province's current outline and notice.

Why is this OpenExamPrep practice bank presented in English?

This is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. It preserves integral Chinese terminology such as 综合单价, 暂列金额, 暂估价, 招标控制价, and 建筑面积, but it is not an official translation or a simulation of any province's paper. The current official notices reviewed do not publish selectable assessment-language options, so no official-language code is asserted here.