Question 1

The architect's contract with the owner has a budget of construction cost, and the architect has established a budget of cost in the mechanical engineer's contract. The mechanical bid package is 36% over the budget. What is the engineer required to do?

Options :

A : Negotiate cost savings with the subcontractor

B : Modify the documents to reduce the cost

C : Obtain additional bidders for this part of the project

Answer: B

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a construction schedule?

Options :

A : To determine project budget and cost

B : To allocate resources and sequence construction activities

C : To identify building code requirements

D : To prepare construction contract documents

Answer: B

Question 3

The architect is on site to evaluate the completed work by the contractor. During the evaluation, the architect notices a structural connection that deviates from the contract documents. According to AIA B101, to which party should the architect report this observed deviation?

Options :

A : Structural engineer

B : Contractor

C : Building inspector

D : Owner

Answer: D

Question 4

According to AIA Document B201, the architect must perform which of the following services during Construction Contract Administration? Check the three that apply.

Options :

A : Prepare construction contracts

B : Prepare bid evaluation report

C : Make decisions related to aesthetic effect

D : Review the program furnished by the owner

E : Visit the site during appropriate stages of construction

F : Be a representative of and give advice to the owner

Answer: C,E,F

Question 5

An architect is evaluating a change order. Where should the costs for the project superintendent or general foreman be included?

Options :

A : Direct field labor hours

B : Direct field labor costs

C : Field overheads

D : General and administrative overheads

Answer: C