Contract Administration

This course is designed to educate, certify, and provide test preparation for Construction Management professionals wanting to take and pass the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) certification exam as it relates to the Sustainability Practices portion of the exam.

Description

CMAA Test Prep and Contract Administration Certification Course

This course equips Construction Management professionals to take and pass the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA) certification exam, focusing on Contract Administration.

Understanding Contract Administration

The contract administration process in construction can be complex. To excel as a Construction Manager, you need to master various disciplines critical to project success. This course covers:

  • Contract Administration Functions and Processes: Learn the core functions and processes that drive effective contract management.
  • Role and Duties of the Contract Administrator: Understand the responsibilities and tasks assigned to Contract Administrators.
  • Types of Contracts: Explore the four main types of contracts used in construction.
  • Contract Administration During Procurement and Construction: Study how to manage contracts throughout procurement and construction.
  • Objectives of Contract Management: Learn the goals and objectives necessary for successful contract management.
  • SMART Goals for Contract Managers: Set SMART goals to enhance your contract management effectiveness.

Course Learning Outcomes

By completing this CMAA Test Prep and Contract Administration Certification Course, you will:

  • Project Deliveries: Master project delivery methods and strategies.
  • Pre-Design Sustainability Plan: Develop and implement sustainability plans before starting the design phase.
  • Master Schedule: Create and manage a comprehensive master schedule.
  • Design Reviews: Conduct thorough design reviews to ensure project success.
  • Constructability Review: Identify potential issues early through constructability reviews.
  • Commissioning Review: Validate project success with effective commissioning reviews.
  • Bid Advertisements, Amendments, Review, and Awards: Manage the bid process from advertisements to awards.
  • Cost Reporting: Implement robust cost reporting practices.
  • Change Management: Handle changes and modifications efficiently.
  • Cost Control: Control project costs and stay within budget.
  • Field Reports: Produce accurate field reports to document project progress.
  • Documentation Procedures: Follow proper procedures for contract documentation.
  • Punchlist: Manage punchlists to address project deficiencies.
  • Final Permits: Ensure you obtain and comply with all final permits.
  • Claims Resolutions: Resolve claims and disputes effectively.
  • Beneficial Occupancy: Understand beneficial occupancy and its implications.
  • Project Closeout: Complete projects successfully, meeting all requirements.

Certification and Exam Preparation

By finishing this course, you will earn certification and gain the knowledge needed to pass the Contract Administration portion of the CMAA Construction Manager Certification Exam.

Student will benefit from taking this course because:

  • This course will cover all parts of the CMAA Exam as it pertains to Contract Administration.
  • You will receive a certificate after successfully completing the course.
  • You will gain a more in depth understanding of a very important component of CMs.
  • Take breaks when you need to a pick back where you left of when ready
    Course has been prepared by an active and certified construction manager through CMAA.
  • Have a question, just ask us anytime by visiting us on the Contact Us page.

Will I receive contract administration in construction reference material that I can download and use for future?

Yes! When you sign up for the course, you will be able to access, download, and print the sustainable practices document that you can utilize for future reference.

What is sustainable construction management?

If the owner wishes to have a sustainable project, then it is the CMs responsibility to deliver. Sustainable construction Management is the delivery of a construction project that meets the environmental goals of the facility owner. As professionals, the owner may also request to leverage your experience in the industry to work with the design team and come up with additional sustainability techniques.

What are some sustainable construction techniques?

Building with recycled materials
Recycling construction waste
Building the site on a brownfield or a field that had already been developed.
Orientation of the building
Energy efficient mechanical and electrical equipment
Efficient water fixtures

What are some sustainable construction materials?

Materials that are recycled pre or post-consumer use are considered sustainable materials. Some of these materials are
Metals
Wood
Fly Ash
Slag

Also, materials that increase the air quality in the facility should be considered sustainable. These materials would reduce or remove Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), which can consequently be inhaled by occupants of the facility. VOCs can cause various forms of discomfort with the occupants of any facility.

What does LEED mean in construction?

LEED means Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is a sustainability standards process to ensure the construction project is environmentally considered and is given a rating based on those considerations.

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Benito
Posted 2 years ago
Efficient

For me, it was a review of the information, and a few gray areas were cleared up.

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Patrick
Posted 3 years ago
Well written and concise

Put together nicely in a very short and concise manner.

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LNielson53
Posted 3 years ago
Good Topic for any SSHO

Good course, great info! Easy to follow along and very basic. I would have like to see more detail about the root cause analysis investigation, I think that would be helpful information for junior SSHO's.

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