BOMI Design and Op I Key Concepts (Chapters 1-8)
Exam with complete solution
What is the primary contribution an owner makes to a construction project?
Financial resources, the ability to obtain funding. (1)
What makes an effective project team?
People with complementary skill sets, ample experience, passion and enthusiasm for
the task, strong work ethic, and the ability to assess and evaluate a process. (1)
Types of Development and Renovation
- Speculative Development
- Build to Suit Development
- Energy Performance Contracting
- ADA Alterations (1)
Speculative Development
Built without a commitment from a user, but with the belief that a demand exists for the
space and the space will be rented within a reasonable time after the building is
completed. (1)
Build to Suit Development
Design and construction of a building to meet the specific needs of a user who is
committed to the project. Can be owner occupied or a long- term lease. (1)
Types of Renovation
- Rehabilitation
- Modernization
- Remodeling (1)
Rehabilitation
Restoration of a property to satisfactory condition without changing the plan, form, or
style of a structure. Corrects areas of deferred maintenance. (1)
Modernization
Involves bringing a property into conformity with changes in style. Requires replacing
parts of the structure or mechanical equipment with modern materials of the same kind
without making major additions. Improvements to satisfy codes, standards or market
demand. (1)
Remodeling
Changing the plan, form, or style of a structure to correct functional or economic
deficiencies. Can reestablish usefulness. Not to be confused with alterations. (1)
Energy Performance Contracting
Adjust and refine existing buildings to reduce operating expenses and energy costs for
the owner. Can be speculative or performance development. (1)
ADA Alterations
Based on ADA Act of 1990. Includes changes or rearrangement in structural parts or
elements and changes or rearrangement in the plan configurations of walls and full
height partitions. (1)
What is used to determine space requirements?
A needs assessment and program of requirements. (1)
Needs Assessment
,Analysis of space requirements of a specific user. Can inform the creation of the
program of requirements. (1)
Program of Requirements
Is divided into two sections: the architectural program and the functional program. Helps
create final design documents. (1)
Architectural Program
Created during the design phase to accommodate the functional program. Establishes
the size and general character of the proposed building. Used to evaluate project
documents. (1)
Functional Program
Involves creating written documents that identify tangible needs a building must meet.
Square footage requested in the statement of need is compared to the space available
in existing or proposed buildings through a test fit. (1)
What are the two types of building design codes?
Building Codes and Zoning Codes (1)
Zoning Codes
Control the use, height, and mass of a building. Seeks to protect the health, safety, and
welfare of the public. Address 3 primary areas: district zoning for permitted uses, area
height and bulk regulations, special regulations. (1)
Building Codes
Promote general safety by regulating the design and construction of the building's
components. Each municipality adopts a model building code and adds amendments to
accommodate local conditions. (1)
What components are commonly included in construction contract documents?
Working drawings, conditions of the contract, specifications (1)
Focus Areas of Physical Feasibility
Involves site analysis and selection. (1)
Focus Areas of Economic Feasibility
Involves market and real estate analysis. (1)
What level of stakeholder participation is needed in the green approach to
program development?
All stakeholders participate in the development process. Teamwork and group
participation are key. They can add fuel to the process and facilitate a smooth, efficient
approval process. (1)
4 Primary Project Delivery Methods
- Design Bid Build
- Design Build
- CMAR
- Multiple Prime Contracts (2)
Design- Bid- Build Method
An architectural firm is hired and serves as owner's agent. Primary responsibility is
providing and managing the design and construction documents. Achieves the owner's
goals with reasonable speed and cost. (2)
Benefit of Design- Bid- Build Method
Achieves the owner's goals with reasonable speed and costs. (2)
Limitations of Design- Bid- Build Method
, Project management organizations can complete the project more quickly with lower
costs. (2)
Success Factors for Design- Bid Build Method
- Seamless project team communication
- Ability to prequalify a team
- Excellent contractor and subcontractor experience with the type of facility being built
- Ability to restrain the contractor pool (2)
Design- Build Method
One entity enters into a single contract with an owner to provide architectural and
engineering design and construction services. Guaranteed maximum price for the entire
project is provided. Combines the design and construction. (2)
Benefit of Design- Build Method
Combines the design and construction phases; encourages collaboration. (2)
Limitations of Design- Build Method
Saving money for the owner is not a priority for the contractor. (2)
CMAR Method
AKA construction management at risk, an owner contracts separately with a designer
and a contractor. A construction manager is hired by the owner to promote a team effort
and manage the two activities. (2)
Differences between CMAR and Design- Bid- Build
- A construction manager is hired to manage the construction process including
selecting subcontractors
- Design and construction phases can be overlapped, expediting the delivery process
- Construction manager
Benefits of CMAR Method
Integrated efforts provide value- added expertise. (2)
Limitations of CMAR Method
Different interests of the owner, design professional, and contractor can lead to conflict.
(2)
Success Factors for CMAR Method
- Ability to restrain the contractor pool
- Strong owner knowledge of the type of facility being built
- Owner/ project team relationship is already existing, or there is a partnering agreement
- Pre- qualification standards
- Outline specifications
- Schematic drawings (2)
Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Owner divides a project into 2 or more parts and then enters into a separate contract for
each part. Used for large or complex construction projects that require phases and
multiple bid packages. (2)
Benefits of Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Project admin manages the total project to complete on time and on budget. (2)
Limitations of Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Structural challenges present unique financial demands and legal complexities. (2)
Success Factors for Multiple Prime Contracts
Exam with complete solution
What is the primary contribution an owner makes to a construction project?
Financial resources, the ability to obtain funding. (1)
What makes an effective project team?
People with complementary skill sets, ample experience, passion and enthusiasm for
the task, strong work ethic, and the ability to assess and evaluate a process. (1)
Types of Development and Renovation
- Speculative Development
- Build to Suit Development
- Energy Performance Contracting
- ADA Alterations (1)
Speculative Development
Built without a commitment from a user, but with the belief that a demand exists for the
space and the space will be rented within a reasonable time after the building is
completed. (1)
Build to Suit Development
Design and construction of a building to meet the specific needs of a user who is
committed to the project. Can be owner occupied or a long- term lease. (1)
Types of Renovation
- Rehabilitation
- Modernization
- Remodeling (1)
Rehabilitation
Restoration of a property to satisfactory condition without changing the plan, form, or
style of a structure. Corrects areas of deferred maintenance. (1)
Modernization
Involves bringing a property into conformity with changes in style. Requires replacing
parts of the structure or mechanical equipment with modern materials of the same kind
without making major additions. Improvements to satisfy codes, standards or market
demand. (1)
Remodeling
Changing the plan, form, or style of a structure to correct functional or economic
deficiencies. Can reestablish usefulness. Not to be confused with alterations. (1)
Energy Performance Contracting
Adjust and refine existing buildings to reduce operating expenses and energy costs for
the owner. Can be speculative or performance development. (1)
ADA Alterations
Based on ADA Act of 1990. Includes changes or rearrangement in structural parts or
elements and changes or rearrangement in the plan configurations of walls and full
height partitions. (1)
What is used to determine space requirements?
A needs assessment and program of requirements. (1)
Needs Assessment
,Analysis of space requirements of a specific user. Can inform the creation of the
program of requirements. (1)
Program of Requirements
Is divided into two sections: the architectural program and the functional program. Helps
create final design documents. (1)
Architectural Program
Created during the design phase to accommodate the functional program. Establishes
the size and general character of the proposed building. Used to evaluate project
documents. (1)
Functional Program
Involves creating written documents that identify tangible needs a building must meet.
Square footage requested in the statement of need is compared to the space available
in existing or proposed buildings through a test fit. (1)
What are the two types of building design codes?
Building Codes and Zoning Codes (1)
Zoning Codes
Control the use, height, and mass of a building. Seeks to protect the health, safety, and
welfare of the public. Address 3 primary areas: district zoning for permitted uses, area
height and bulk regulations, special regulations. (1)
Building Codes
Promote general safety by regulating the design and construction of the building's
components. Each municipality adopts a model building code and adds amendments to
accommodate local conditions. (1)
What components are commonly included in construction contract documents?
Working drawings, conditions of the contract, specifications (1)
Focus Areas of Physical Feasibility
Involves site analysis and selection. (1)
Focus Areas of Economic Feasibility
Involves market and real estate analysis. (1)
What level of stakeholder participation is needed in the green approach to
program development?
All stakeholders participate in the development process. Teamwork and group
participation are key. They can add fuel to the process and facilitate a smooth, efficient
approval process. (1)
4 Primary Project Delivery Methods
- Design Bid Build
- Design Build
- CMAR
- Multiple Prime Contracts (2)
Design- Bid- Build Method
An architectural firm is hired and serves as owner's agent. Primary responsibility is
providing and managing the design and construction documents. Achieves the owner's
goals with reasonable speed and cost. (2)
Benefit of Design- Bid- Build Method
Achieves the owner's goals with reasonable speed and costs. (2)
Limitations of Design- Bid- Build Method
, Project management organizations can complete the project more quickly with lower
costs. (2)
Success Factors for Design- Bid Build Method
- Seamless project team communication
- Ability to prequalify a team
- Excellent contractor and subcontractor experience with the type of facility being built
- Ability to restrain the contractor pool (2)
Design- Build Method
One entity enters into a single contract with an owner to provide architectural and
engineering design and construction services. Guaranteed maximum price for the entire
project is provided. Combines the design and construction. (2)
Benefit of Design- Build Method
Combines the design and construction phases; encourages collaboration. (2)
Limitations of Design- Build Method
Saving money for the owner is not a priority for the contractor. (2)
CMAR Method
AKA construction management at risk, an owner contracts separately with a designer
and a contractor. A construction manager is hired by the owner to promote a team effort
and manage the two activities. (2)
Differences between CMAR and Design- Bid- Build
- A construction manager is hired to manage the construction process including
selecting subcontractors
- Design and construction phases can be overlapped, expediting the delivery process
- Construction manager
Benefits of CMAR Method
Integrated efforts provide value- added expertise. (2)
Limitations of CMAR Method
Different interests of the owner, design professional, and contractor can lead to conflict.
(2)
Success Factors for CMAR Method
- Ability to restrain the contractor pool
- Strong owner knowledge of the type of facility being built
- Owner/ project team relationship is already existing, or there is a partnering agreement
- Pre- qualification standards
- Outline specifications
- Schematic drawings (2)
Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Owner divides a project into 2 or more parts and then enters into a separate contract for
each part. Used for large or complex construction projects that require phases and
multiple bid packages. (2)
Benefits of Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Project admin manages the total project to complete on time and on budget. (2)
Limitations of Multiple Prime Contracts Method
Structural challenges present unique financial demands and legal complexities. (2)
Success Factors for Multiple Prime Contracts
