Construction, Office Functions

Office-side construction phase work: shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, payment certification. Our practice questions are based on CCDC 2 and CHOP procedu

What you'll be tested on

The skills behind Construction Phase, Office Functions questions.

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  • Shop drawing review: stamping and limits of review
  • RFI process and architect response timelines
  • Change order vs change directive vs contemplated change notice
  • Payment certification and progress draws
  • Substantial performance triggers and effects
  • Documentation of decisions and communications

Why this topic matters. Office functions test the paperwork half of construction phase work. Examiners check whether you know what to review, what to stamp, how to issue changes, and when to certify payment.

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Study tips

How to prep for Construction Phase, Office Functions.

  • Shop drawing stamps are not approval. They're review for design intent. Memorize this distinction.
  • Change directive vs change order is a frequent exam question.
  • Substantial performance has specific legal triggers. Know them.
  • Payment certification requires more than just checking math. Know the architect's full obligation.

Estimated study time. Most candidates spend 10 to 14 hours on Construction Phase, Office Functions. Adjust up if you don't see this work in your day job, down if you do.

FAQ

Construction Phase, Office Functions questions.

A Contemplated Change Notice asks for a price. A Change Directive instructs the contractor to proceed before agreement. A Change Order is the final, signed change to the contract.

Conformance with design intent. The architect doesn't verify dimensions, quantities, or means and methods. Those are the contractor's responsibility.

When the work is ready for use for its intended purpose and any remaining work or defects are within statutory limits (varies by province).

CCDC 2 requires a 'reasonable' time, generally interpreted as within 7 to 14 days depending on complexity.