Summary - Civil engineering

Civil Engineering Flashcards – Project Management,
Environmental Engineering & Building Technology (30 Q&As)

Topic 1: Project Management in Construction – 10 Flashcards

1. Q: What is project management in construction?

A: It is the application of knowledge, tools, and techniques to plan,
execute, and complete construction projects efficiently.



2. Q: Name the five main phases of a project lifecycle.

A: Initiation, Planning, Execution, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closure.



3. Q: What is a Gantt chart?

A: A bar chart that shows a project schedule, including tasks and
timelines.



4. Q: What is the critical path method (CPM)?

A: A technique to identify the longest sequence of tasks that must be
completed on time for the project to finish as scheduled.



5. Q: Define scope in project management.

A: The detailed description of a project’s goals, deliverables, tasks, and
limits.



6. Q: What is project risk management?

A: The process of identifying, analyzing, and responding to potential risks
in a project.



7. Q: What is the role of a construction project manager?

A: To plan, coordinate, budget, and supervise construction projects from
start to finish.



8. Q: What does resource allocation mean?