Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC) Practice Exam

The project delivery method that typically involves the owner hiring separate entities for design and construction is the Design-Bid-Build approach. In this method, the project is divided into distinct phases where the owner first engages an architect or designer to create the project plans and documents. Once the design is completed, the owner then solicits bids from contractors to execute the construction based on the previously developed designs.

This approach operates under a sequential process, where the completion of the design phase precedes the beginning of construction. This separation of design and construction responsibilities can allow for clarity in roles but may also lead to challenges in communication and coordination between the designer and contractor, as they are not part of the same team.

In contrast, Design-Build consolidates both design and construction under a single contract, which can enhance collaboration but lacks the distinct separation seen in Design-Bid-Build. Construction Management at Risk typically involves a construction manager who may provide input during the design phase but is still a separate entity from the designer, and Integrated Project Delivery emphasizes collaboration among all stakeholders from the outset, integrating design and construction processes more closely.