What percentage of the CDT exam content focuses on the construction phase?
Approximately 16%.
Who typically teaches the construction phase module in CDT prep courses?
A registered architect or CSI Fellow (e.g., Darrell Robinson, CCS, CTT).
Name three key competencies required during the construction phase.
Execution of the work, submittal process, and contract interpretations/modifications.
What is the difference between Construction Contract Administration and Contractor Project Management?
CCA is performed by the design professional to administer the contract; project management is performed by the contractor to execute construction.
Who is responsible for supervising and directing the work during construction?
The contractor.
What does “means and methods” refer to in construction?
The contractor’s sole control over techniques, sequences, and procedures used to execute the work.
What are the contractor’s responsibilities related to job site safety?
Initiating, maintaining, and supervising all safety precautions.
What does a Gantt chart illustrate?
A simple bar chart listing tasks sequentially.
What is the purpose of the Critical Path Method (CPM)?
To identify the shortest path for project success and highlight critical tasks.
What is the focus of Location-Based Scheduling (LBS)?
Planning and workflow control based on physical locations.
What is a key risk of Fast Track Scheduling?
Increased difficulty in making adjustments, leading to higher costs.
Who is responsible for sequencing the work?
The contractor, although Division 01 may specify sequences.
What is the difference between sequencing and scheduling?
Sequencing is the logical order of tasks; scheduling is the timing and duration.
What does field engineering include?
Site surveying, grading contours, and facility layout based on contract documents.
What are tolerances in construction?
Quality control limits based on industry standards for products and equipment.
What is progress cleaning?
Maintaining a safe and accessible work site during construction.
What is final cleaning?
Professional cleaning before substantial completion and owner turnover.
Where are meeting requirements typically defined?
In Division 01 of the specifications.
Name three types of construction phase meetings.
Pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings.
What is the purpose of submittals?
To demonstrate contractor compliance and corroborate design intent.
Are submittals considered contract documents?
No.
Who prepares submittals?
Manufacturers, suppliers, fabricators, and subcontractors.
What are action submittals?
Submittals requiring design team action, such as shop drawings and samples.
What are informational submittals?
Submittals for documentation only, such as certificates and test reports.
