Communication week 1 Quiz

Who is responsible for designing the structure of a building?

• Architect

• Surveyor

• Quantity Surveyor

• Buyer

Which professional is responsible for the structural integrity of a building?

• Architect

• Structural Engineer

• Buyer

• Estimator

Who is responsible for estimating the costs of a construction project?

• Estimator

• Architect

• Structural Engineer

• Buyer

Who works closely with the architect to find the most efficient method of construction?

• The client

• The surveyor

• The structural engineer

• The clerk of works

Who converts the client's ideas into a building design?

• The surveyor

• The structural engineer

• The architect

• The clerk of works

What is one of the tasks of the surveyor during the building process?

• Designing the building

• Resolving difficulties on site

• Signing a variation order

• Calculating structural safety

Who is responsible for entering into a contract with the client to carry out work?

• Building contractor

• Quantity surveyor

• Contracts manager

• Building services engineer

Who is responsible for producing interim payments and final accounts?

• Quantity surveyor

• Building contractor

• Contracts manager

• Building services engineer

What does the estimator break down in a project?

• The project timeline

• The Bill of Quantities

• The team responsibilities

• The safety protocols

What is the final step the estimator takes after breaking down the Bill of Quantities?

• Hiring subcontractors

• Adding company overheads and profit margins

• Designing the project layout

• Conducting a safety audit