Construction Management Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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General Contractor (GC)
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The primary contractor responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a construction site
2
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Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR)
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A delivery method where the construction manager acts as a consultant to the owner during development and as a general contractor during construction
3
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Design-Build
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A project delivery method where one entity performs both design and construction services
4
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Subcontractor
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A contractor hired by the general contractor to perform specific tasks on the project
5
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Change Order
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A written amendment to the construction contract that changes the contractor’s scope of work
6
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Critical Path
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The sequence of project activities that determines the minimum time needed to complete the project
