Construction Manager In Training (CMIT) Practice Test

Punch lists are created once the project has reached substantial completion and a final walkthrough identifies items that aren’t finished, don’t meet the contract specs, or need correction. The purpose is to document these remaining deficiencies so the contractor can fix them before final acceptance and final payment. This timing fits the handover process: substantial completion means the building is usable and major work is done, while final acceptance follows after the punch list items are resolved. Bidding or the very start of construction isn’t when you know what still needs doing, and commissioning gaps may surface issues but don’t define the typical punch list timing. Common punch list items include cosmetic touch-ups, missing hardware, cleaning, and minor adjustments.