Construction Management Practice Exam

An advantage of the design/build approach is that construction can begin before what is completed?

1. The feasibility study

2. The design is 100% complete

3. The contractor is selected

4. The budget is finalized

The correct answer is: The design is 100% complete

The design/build approach streamlines the construction process by allowing work to begin before the design phase is entirely finalized. This approach integrates both design and construction phases, promoting collaboration between the design team and the construction team. By starting construction while the design is still being developed, projects can benefit from time savings and potentially reduced costs, as adjustments can be made in real-time to address issues that arise during the construction phase. This method stands in contrast to traditional project delivery systems, where construction cannot commence until the design is fully complete. The design/build model enables a more flexible and responsive construction process, fostering innovation and potentially accelerating project timelines. While the feasibility study, contractor selection, and budget finalization are important components of the overall project management process, they do not directly impede the ability to begin construction under the design/build model, making the timing of design completion a key advantage of this approach.