Who is typically hired by the owner to assist in supervision of the work?

Who is typically hired by the owner to assist in supervision of the work?

• A. CONTRACTOR
• B. PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE
• C. ARCHITECT
• D. SURETY

Answer: (B)

The on-site owner’s liaison is the project representative. In construction, the owner often appoints an on-site project representative to monitor progress, review submittals and RFI responses, manage change orders, track schedule and budget, and ensure the contractor follows the contract documents. This role provides a clear line of communication and keeps the owner informed, without being part of the contractor’s team. The contractor is the party actually doing the work, not hired by the owner to supervise; the architect focuses on design and contract administration rather than daily supervision; and the surety is a bonding company that provides financial protection, not supervision of the work.

The on-site owner’s liaison is the project representative. In construction, the owner often appoints an on-site project representative to monitor progress, review submittals and RFI responses, manage change orders, track schedule and budget, and ensure the contractor follows the contract documents. This role provides a clear line of communication and keeps the owner informed, without being part of the contractor’s team. The contractor is the party actually doing the work, not hired by the owner to supervise; the architect focuses on design and contract administration rather than daily supervision; and the surety is a bonding company that provides financial protection, not supervision of the work.