design and implementation/installation - ANSWER-Telecommunications project management (TPM) typically consists of two distinct processes:
Design PM
... [Show More] Tasks - ANSWER-Review expression of interest for client
Perform a user needs analysis
Perform site surveys and meet with client
Generate preliminary design submittals
Respond to/incorporate client comments
Prepare final bid documents/RFP and engineer's cost estimate
Issue final RFP package to client
Client makes RFP available to potential bidders
Implementation of TPM Project Flowchart - ANSWER-Review client RFP
Perform Site Survey
Organize and Submit Bid Questions
Organize and Submit Final Proposal
Client Awards Contract NTP
Contractor Mobilizes
Project Implementation
Project - ANSWER-Temporary endevour that has a definite beginning and end, whose end result is the delivery of a product or service. Projects are governed by limits (constraints).
Project Constraints - ANSWER-Time, Cost, Quality, Resources, Risks, Safety, Technology, Stakeholders, Environment
Project Stakeholders - ANSWER-Sponsor
Portfolio Manager
Client
Sellers
Business Partner
Operations Manager
Functional Manager
Project Manager
Program Manager
Project Team Members - ANSWER-Manufacturer
Engineer
Government / Regulatory
Supplier
Vendor
Admin/ Clerical
Supervisor
Other Trades
Consultant
Coworker
Customer
ICT Professional's Role is Affected By: - ANSWER-Current & future technology
Availability of resources
Complex equipment
Advanced tools
Constant refinement of standards
International, National, Regional and Local Codes
Intricate and evolvoing designs
Phases of a Project - ANSWER-Design
Bidding
Construction
Post-Construction
PM Tools - ANSWER-Program Evaluation Review Technique (PERT)
Gantt - Schedule of activity, bar chart
Critical Path Management
Earned Value Management
TPM Steps - ANSWER-Developing a Plan
Implementing the Plan
Managing/ Tracking the Plan
Closeout the Project
TPM Knowledge Areas - ANSWER-Integration
Scope
Time
Cost
Quality
Human Resources
Communications
Risks
Procurement
Stakeholders
Human Resource Management - ANSWER-Personnel issues, engaging the right people to do the job, (trained, equipped, motivated)
Project Safety
Scope Management - ANSWER-Development of a scope statement, approved by client and compay
Scope statement defines type/ amount/ limits of the work to be performed
Scope is the fence around the project
Integration Management - ANSWER-Breaks up multiple small projects to one big project
One big project broken down to multiple small projects
Integration of subteams into project organization with integrated plan
Time Management - ANSWER-Time estimate and schedules
Integration of time schedules from various subteams and calculation of the critical path of events on the project
Cost Management - ANSWER-Cost estimate and project budget
Quality Management - ANSWER-Detailed review of the design documentation throughout the project
If ICT completes build, include test results and workmanship
Client value Items
Communications Management - ANSWER-Scheduled meetings and the use of electronic media
War room - to post schedule and project results on a whiteboard
Risk Management - ANSWER-Injury
Professional damage
Scheduling conflicts
Errors & omissions
Cost risks
When should the risk management plan be completed? - ANSWER-Before a company submits a proposal
Stakeholder Management - ANSWER-Identify all internal/ external stakeholders
Whose job is it to integrate and mitigate the influence and interests of each stakeholder - ANSWER-Project Manager
Procurement Management - ANSWER-Procurement of resources outside of the team, (materials & subcontractors)
Client Needs Assessment - ANSWER-Starts with a meeting with the client to evaluate their needs
ICT Professional must understand: - ANSWER-Industry, Business, Technology and Strategic plans
ICT Professional should understand: - ANSWER-Strengths/ Weaknesses
Vertical Market
Unique Requirements
Developing a Project Plan by Answering Questions - ANSWER-Lessons Learned from previous projects
What needs done (SOW)
How will accidents be prevented (Safety Plan)
Who will affect or be affected (Stakeholder MGMT)
Who should participate in project plan (OBS)
Who performs each task (WBS)
When is each task performed (PERT, CPM, Gantt)
What is the Project Budget (EVM)
How will the quality be checked (Quality Plan)
How will risks be assessed (Risk plan)
How will communication be tracked (Comm MGMT)
Lessons Learned Questions - ANSWER-What went right/ wrong
What produced best results
What processes can be improved
Did we learn anything
Corrective Action Plan - ANSWER-Should be developed for the purpose of continuous quality
Request for Proposal (RFP) - ANSWER-Invitation for a contractor to submit proposal for a service
What dictates scope but leaves the decisions to the firm? - ANSWER-RFP
It is advisable for the project manager to send the 90% draft of the RFP to the: - ANSWER-Project Manager's Legal Team
Parts of the RFP - ANSWER-Cover Letter
Executive Summary
Background
Description of Solution
Concept Drawing
Projected Pricing
Business References
Code of Silence - ANSWER-An oath by a solicitor, or other employee, not to disclose any information in regards to the RFP
Violating the Code of Silence: - ANSWER-will automatically disqualify the proposal and the company could be further penalized in future RFP submittals
Design Team Members - ANSWER-Owner
Architect
Professional Engineer
Consultant
Owner - ANSWER-Defines requirements, provides approval @ each design phase
Architect - ANSWER-Lead design professional, hired by the owner
Who usually hires professional engineers and consultants? - ANSWER-Architect
Professional Engineer - ANSWER-A licensed design professional, recognized by a state
or local authority, who focuses on the design of a specific system or requirement
(e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, electrical). Many members of an engineering firm are
ICT professionals who are supervised by a PE.
Consultant - ANSWER-A design professional, recognized by an industry or industry association, who
focuses on the design of a specific system or requirement that does not require a
PE designation.
Construction Team Members - ANSWER-Construction Manager
Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR)
General Contractor
Contractors/ Subcontractor
Construction Manager - ANSWER-Hired by Owner to assist in the management of a bid
Construction Managers can also be - ANSWER-General Contractors
CMAR - ANSWER-CM but acts as the consultant to the owner, or as GC during construction
Usually the low bidder
General Contractor - ANSWER-Hired by owner to complete work
Contractor/ Subcontractor - ANSWER-Hired by owner or general contractor to complete a portion of work
Design Phases - ANSWER-Schematic Design
Design Development
Construction Document
Schematic Design - ANSWER-Prepared for the owner, includes sketches, graphics, logical diagrams, general design criteria and cost estimates
Design Development - ANSWER-After schematic designs approved by owner, design team begins design development
Includes outline, specs, drawing and cost estimates
Formal reviews begin at what percentage of design development - ANSWER-50 and 80
Construction Documents - ANSWER-After owner approves DD, design team prepares ___________ __________, which are used to obtain pricing of required work
Owner Bidding Role - ANSWER-Supplies bidding and contracting requirements, sends invites to prospective bidders
Design Team Bidding Role - ANSWER-Produce any Addenda based on the QBD
Construction Manager Bidding Role - ANSWER-May lead or participate in bid process
General Contractor Bidding Roles - ANSWER-Prepare and submit their bids to the owner
Contractor, Subcontractor Bidding Roles - ANSWER-Prepare and submit their bids to the General Contractor
Types of Bid Structures - ANSWER-RFP
RFQ
DBB
DB
CMAR
IPD
Request for Quotation (RFQ) - ANSWER-A type of procurement document used to request price quotations from prospective sellers of common or standard products or services. Sometimes used in place of request for proposal and, in some application areas, it may have a narrower or more specific meaning.
Design-Bid-Build (DBB) - ANSWER-Owner contracts with separate design and construction team for a project.
1). Design - Design team works directly for Owner
2). Bid - Owner solicits docs for bid by contractor, review and award contract
3). Build - Construction Design team oversees construction
Design-Build (DB) - ANSWER-Delivery method whereby the owner contacts with a single entitiy
Construction and Design phases are overlapping
Who does the design professional work for in Design Build - ANSWER-General Contractor
Who is included in the Design Build Team? - ANSWER-General Contractor
Subcontractor
Design Professional
Consruction Manager at Risk (CMAR) - ANSWER-Delivery method where CM contracts to deliver project within a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP)
Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) - ANSWER-Delivery method that organizes project team, integrates all aspects of a design and construction team to a single team effort
Which individuals make up the IPD? - ANSWER-Owner
Design Professional
Contractor
Types of Bids - ANSWER-Low
Negotiated
in the United States, bidding laws often require the
mechanical, plumbing, and electrical portions of the work to be bid and contracted separately
from the general construction contract - ANSWER-Multiple prime bid or filed sub-bid.
Prime Contractor - ANSWER-Contractor who is awarded the contract
Owners Role During Construction Phase - ANSWER-Make payments to contractor
Owner can at any time of the project - ANSWER-Stop work
Complete any uncompleted work
Clean the site
Partially occupy the building
Terminate without clause
Design Team's Role During Construction - ANSWER-Inspect and observe contruction
Design team review submittals
Submit change orders, (modify any contract docs)
Construction Manager's Role During Construction - ANSWER-Coordinates construction
In charge of access, safety, storage of materials
General Contractor and Subcontractor's Role During Construction - ANSWER-Complete Work
Who is Responsible for Acquiring Permits - ANSWER-General Contractor and Subcontractor
Who is Responsible for Test Results - ANSWER-General Contractor and Subcontractor
Who is Responsible for Submittals - ANSWER-General Contractor and Subcontractor
Who is Responsible for Maintaning a Safe Work Environment During Construction - ANSWER-General Contractor and Subcontractor
Who is Responsible for Completing Punch List - ANSWER-General Contractor and Subcontractor
Types of Contracts - ANSWER-Stipulated Sum
Cost Plus Fee
Unit Price
Stipulated Sum - ANSWER-Contractor submits a fixed price for SoW, Mostly Low Bids, can be negotiated
Cost Plus Fee - ANSWER-Contractor is reinbursed for the actual costs plus a fee. May be required to submit a GMP
Unit Price - ANSWER-Used to obtain pricing when SoW has not been completed
Value Engineering - ANSWER-Can generate savings during construction in a one time fee or recurring expenses
Required Forms in Construction Admin - ANSWER-Notice to proceed
Meeting Minutes
Request for Information
Proposal Request
Field Order
Change Order
Change Order Request
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