How Well Do You Know Construction Lingo?
Quizzee Rascal
Created 6/24/2024
Think you know your construction lingo? Test your knowledge with this quiz and see how many correct answers you can get out of 12!
1. What does 'All-In Rate' refer to in construction?
Total expenses for a project
The cost of material only
The hourly wage for labor
The contractor's profit margin
2. Who is the 'Architect-of-Record'?
The architect who designs the project
The company listed on the issued permits
The contractor responsible for building
The project manager
3. What is 'BIM' (Building Information Modeling)?
A 2-D blueprint
A project management software
A 3-D modeling process
A cost estimation technique
4. What does 'CMAR' stand for?
Construction Management at Risk
Construction Material and Resources
Construction Manager at Record
Cost Management and Resource
5. In construction, what is a 'Course'?
A type of training program
A row of bricks, stones, or blocks
Blueprints for a project
A contract between parties
6. What is 'Cross Bracing' used for?
To provide room layouts
For moisture control
To reinforce structures
To track costs
7. What is defined by a 'Cost-Plus Contract'?
Fixed price for entire project
Payment based on time and materials
Contractor paid for expenses plus profit
Lowest bid chosen
8. What is a 'Change Order'?
A document informing subcontractors of changes
An order to begin construction
Modification to project's plans, price, or specs
A request for project information
9. What does 'Punch List' refer to?
A list of project goals
A list of tasks to complete after project
A list of incomplete or unsatisfactory work
A list of safety measures
10. What is a 'RFP' (Request for Proposal)?
A detailed material list
A formal bid invitation
An overview of costs and services
A government regulation document
11. What is 'Precast Concrete'?
Concrete mixed on site
Reinforced concrete
Concrete elements created offsite
Concrete used in foundational work
12. What does 'GMP' stand for?
General Material Procurement
Guaranteed Maximum Price
General Manager's Priority
Guaranteed Material Performance
