CFM - Certified Facility Manager Facility Project Management Flashcards

What is a critical path in facility project management?

Answer: The longest sequence of dependent tasks that determines the minimum project completion time

The critical path identifies which tasks, if delayed, will directly delay the overall project completion.

During facility construction, a contractor requests a change order. What does this document formalize?

Answer: A modification to the original contract scope, schedule, or cost that must be agreed upon by both parties

Change orders formally document and authorize modifications to the contract, protecting both the owner and contractor.

What is the primary purpose of a punch list near the end of a construction project?

Answer: To document incomplete or defective work items that must be corrected before final acceptance and payment

The punch list ensures all contracted work is completed and meets quality standards before the facility manager accepts the project.

A facility manager needs to select a contractor for a major renovation. Which procurement method offers the best cost transparency?

Answer: Competitive sealed bidding (hard bid)

Competitive sealed bidding allows multiple contractors to submit fixed-price bids, providing clear cost comparisons and market-tested pricing.

What does scope creep mean in the context of facility project management?

Answer: The uncontrolled expansion of project scope beyond original boundaries without corresponding budget or schedule adjustments

Scope creep occurs when additional work is incorporated without formal change control, leading to budget and schedule overruns.

What is the purpose of a lessons learned review at the end of a facility project?

Answer: To document what worked well and what should be improved, creating institutional knowledge for future projects

Lessons learned capture institutional knowledge that improves future project planning and execution.