NCARB Project-Management Actual Free Exam Questions & Community Discussion

An architect is evaluating a change order.
Where should the costs for the project superintendent or general foreman be included?

After construction begins, an owner asks the architect to select a different roof material. The architect wants to manage the risk associated with this change.

A geotechnical report for a public project reveals a previously unknown condition and indicates that there is rock directly beneath the existing grade. The proposed building will now require a shallow foundation. The chosen location was the result of a three-year process evaluating multiple potential sites.
Which actions should the architect take next as a result of the geotechnical report results? Check the three that apply.

Refer to the exhibit.
The following changes occur during the project:
* The owner delayed the project kickoff until September Year 1 due to delays in finalizing the Owner- Architect Agreement.
* The architect did not have enough staff available to start the project on time, so the firm hired temporary staff for 2 months.
* The owner made a design change in January Year 2 that added 2 weeks to the schedule.
* Not enough bids were received, and the project was bid a second time with additional advertising.
* The owner made design changes in May and July of Year 2 that each added 3 weeks to the schedule.
When were the construction documents completed based on the project changes?

A new restaurant design must incorporate specific light fixtures to meet the franchise requirements. The owner conveys this to the architect, who must make sure that prospective bidders do not overlook specific fixtures.
Which method should the architect use during the construction documents phase?

Which of the following best describes the architect's role in cost estimating during schematic design?

A new multifamily apartment building is constructed using a construction manager at-risk delivery method.
The owner is eager to begin leasing units in the building and requests that the architect sign the certificate of substantial completion without listing any work to be completed.
Which party is required to sign the certificate of substantial completion?

Which insurance policy protects the architect against claims of negligence?