Q1: Define Project.
Ans: A Project is any work that is temporary, unique and has an end result.
Q2: Define Project Management.
Ans: Project management is using the knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to meet project requirements.
Q3: Name some types of projects.
Ans: Some of the types are:
- ➔ Single Storey Projects
- ➔ Airports
- ➔ Multistory Building Projects
- ➔ Dams
- ➔ Highways
- ➔ Roads
Q4: Define Construction Management.
Ans: To manage any civil engineering work by using all the resources and ensure its timely completion is called Construction Management.
Q5: Name some functions of Project Management.
Ans: Following are some of the functions:
- ➔ Planning
- ➔ Organizing
- ➔ Staffing
- ➔ Directing
- ➔ Communicating
Q6: Name some stages of Construction Management.
Ans: Following are some stages:
- ➔ Conception
- ➔ Study & Evaluation
- ➔ Site selection
- ➔ Planning & Design
- ➔ Contracting
Q7: Write some objectives of Construction Management.
Ans: Following are some objectives:
- ➔ To provide well-organized work
- ➔ To provide quality of work
- ➔ Timely completion of project
- ➔ Proper supervision of work
- ➔ Mutual co-operation
Q8: Define Construction Team.
Ans: For any constructional work, a group of members that work together to complete a project is known as Constructional Teams. Following are the main members of the team:
- ➔ Owner
- ➔ Engineer/Architect
- ➔ Contractor
Q9: Explain the role of an Engineer in Construction Management.
Ans: In any constructional work Engineer plays following roles:
- ➔ As an Arbitrator
- ➔ As an agent of owner
- ➔ As an Advisor
- ➔ As a Consultant
- ➔ As a Constructional Worker
Q10: Define Famine Relief Work.
Ans: Any constructional work done to accommodate the outcome of any natural disaster is called Famine Relief work. For Example: Refugee camps etc.
Q11: Define Temporary Work.
Ans: Any construction work constructed for a very short duration is called Temporary work. Such work will be demolished after not needed. For Example: Site camps etc.
Q12: Define Permanent Work.
Ans: Any construction work constructed for a very long duration (nearly 50 years) is called Permanent work. For Example: Homes, Buildings, Bridges etc.
Q13: Define Original Work.
Ans: Any newly constructed work is called Original Work. Such work must start after obtaining Technical Sanction.
Q14: Define Repair Work.
Ans: Repair work includes making changes to an already constructed project in order to maintain the project in best form. For example: Plaster work, paint etc.
Q15: Define Deposit Work.
Ans: Deposit work includes having new construction in an already constructed project. For example: Constructing a new room in a building etc.
Q16: Define Major Work.
Ans: Any constructional work that costs more than 75 lac and less than 30 million is termed as major work.
Q17: Define Minor Work.
Ans: Any constructional work that costs less than 75 lac is termed as minor work.
Q18: Name the resources of Construction Works.
Ans: There are five resources of Construction Works which are:
- ➔ Management
- ➔ Money
- ➔ Machinery
- ➔ Manpower
- ➔ Material
Q19: What are the 5 M’s in Construction Works?
Ans: The 5 M’s are as follows:
- ➔ Management
- ➔ Money
- ➔ Machinery
- ➔ Manpower
- ➔ Material
Q20: What is Conception in Construction Management?
Ans: The first stage to any constructional project is the conception i.e. idea. Conception highlights the necessity and importance of a project.
Q21: Define Procurement.
Ans: The process of purchasing the resources like material etc. for the project to start is called Procurement.
Q22: What are the three P’s of Procurement?
Ans: These are:
- ➔ People
- ➔ Paperwork
- ➔ Process
Q23: What are the three main types of Procurement?
Ans: The types are:
- ➔ Direct
- ➔ Indirect
- ➔ Services
