Mock Questions

Question 1

On what project would a GMP contract be best suited?

Answer 1

• Early cost certainty with incomplete design
• Collaboration between client and contractor
• Complex projects needing flexibility (e.g. healthcare, refurbishment)
• Open book procurement and transparent cost management preferred

Question 2

On what project would a lump sum contract be best suited?

Answer 2

• Fully designed and detailed before tender
• Maximum cost certainty and minimal risk transfer
• Simple projects where change is minimal
• Competitive tendering is preferred to achieve best price

Question 3

On what project would an approximate quantity contract be best suited?

Answer 3

• Early-stage projects with incomplete design or scope
• Projects with uncertain quantities where early cost certainty is not priority
• Complex or large-scale works (e.g. infrastructure, redevelopment)
• Projects where design evolves during construction but cost control is still needed