Discussion Questions

1

Construction projects rarely run entirely smoothly, additional works may be requested by the employer or become necessary when things are “discovered” on site. A contractor may have a claim against the employer relating to any of a number of relevant events.

Review 4 relevant events, giving construction examples, where the contractor may claim from the employer.

100%

2

It has been said that the cause of ethical failure in an organisation can often be traced to its organisational culture and the failure on the part of the leadership to actively promote ethical practices.

Based on the CIOB – Rules and Regulations of Professional Competence and Conduct, discuss how you would set up a Construction company to have a suitable Code of Ethics? 100%

3

The NEC form of contract has been designed to be simple and flexible, designed around a concept of a common purpose. The NEC sets out to achieve this by ‘Stimulus of good Project Management’.

Discuss how the three key NEC principles within ‘Stimulus of good Project Management’ are achieved in creating a simple and flexible environment for Civil Engineering projects.

100%

4

The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is a collection of processes and knowledge areas accepted as best practice for the project management profession. There are 10 knowledge areas which are typical within almost all construction projects.

Analyse 5 of the 10 knowledge areas, detailing the processes which should accomplish proven project management functions and drive project success. 100%

5
(a)
Leadership requires a balance between business competence and personal connection. To succeed, leaders need to focus on four priorities.

Explain all of the four priorities that a leader should maintain and develop as part of their leadership role.

50%

(b) Assess the leadership skills required by construction managers during the management of a construction project.

50%

6

With the fines for Health and Safety breaches on the increase, it is important that construction companies improve their Safety Culture.

Discuss the factors that a construction company could use to improve their Safety Culture.

50%