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Instructions:

This assessment stimulates real situations you will face as a Logistics Manager at UCG. Read each scenario carefully, use the provided project context, and answer as completely as possible. Your responses should demonstrate logistical judgment, risk assessment, prioritization, and communication with the correct stakeholders.

Project Context:

Project: Kapiolani Commercial Center Renovation
Location: Downtown Honolulu
Budget: $2.5M
Duration: 8 months (Start: June 1)
Key Constraints:
- Tight site access (shared loading zone, limited laydown area)
- Strict city permitting (street closures, noise, dust controls)
- Multiple tenants in adjacent spaces
- Fixed move-in date for anchor tenant

Team Structure:

Salesperson: Kai (manages client relations support)
Project Manager: Malia (oversees all project execution)
Estimating Team: Led by Brandon (cost, procurement, value engineering)
Superintendent: John (safety and daily field operations)
You: Logistics Manager
Subs: Mechanical (MEP), Electrical, Demo, Concrete, Steel, Finish
Client Rep: Lisa (Property Manager)
City Inspector: Assigned by DPP

Section 1

Scenario 1

It's Week 5. Demo is complete, and you're preparing for a critical steel delivery. The mechanical subcontractor's rooftop units are now four days late due to shipping problems. The city has also denied your street-closure permit because a parade is scheduled for the same day. The client is anxious about potential delays, and the PM is tied up with several urgent RFIs. Meanwhile, Salesperson Kai reports that the anchor tenant is requesting daily updates.

Item 1. When you learn the steel delivery is at risk due to the parade and permit denial, who do you consult first and why? *

Item 1. Reason: *

Item 2. Before rescheduling the delivery, what additional information do you need and from whom will you get it?

Stakeholder 1 and your Question: *

Stakeholder 2 and your Question: *

Item 3. The mechanical sub's delay could impact the entire schedule.

I would first *

Then, I would notify *

and propose *

Item 4. The anchor tenant's representative, Lisa, is asking for daily updates. Who is responsible for communication with the client, and what support do you, as the Logistics Manager, provide to that person? *

Item 4. Reason: *

Item 5. If you must chose between prioritizing the steel delivery of the rooftop units installation, who do you invoice in the decision, and what factors do you weigh?

Item 5. Stakeholders: *

Item 5. Factors: *

Section 2

Item 6. You receive an electrical delivery schedule listing dates and times, but missing info about required equipment, site access needs, manpower, or who will sign for materials. List at least four clarifying questions you would ask. For each, specify who you would ask.

Item 6. Question 1: *

Item 6. Question 2: *

Item 6. Question 3: *

Item 6. Question 4: *

Section 3

Item 7. You review the logistics plan for an upcoming concrete pour. It includes delivery times, traffic control, and the batch plant contact - but no mentio of weather contigency, backup suppliers, or communication protocol.

Identify at least three missing elements, who should be responsible for each, and why they are critical.

Item 7. Missing Element 1: *

Item 7. Responsible Party for Missing Element 1: *

Item 7. Why is Missing Element 1 Critical: *

Item 7. Missing Element 2: *

Item 7. Responsible Party for Missing Element 2: *

Item 7. Why is Missing Element 2 Critical: *

Item 7. Missing Element 3: *

Item 7. Responsible Party for Missing Element 3: *

Item 7. Why is Missing Element 3 Critical: *

Item 8. It's Friday at 3PM. The city informs you that Monday's delivery window is canceled due to emergency roadwork. The mechanical sub's foreman wants answers, the PM is still in a meeting, and the client is calling for an update. Rank your next three actions in order of priority. For each action, identify who you contact, what you say, and what you document,

Item 8. 1st Priority: *

Item 8. 2nd Priority: *

Item 8. 3rd Priority: *

Item 9. The Superintendent (John) and the Mechanical Sub's foreman are in conflict over laydown space. The PM (Malia) is unavailable today. Describe step-by-step how you would resolve this conflict, including who you involve, how you communicate, and how you document the final agreement. *

Item 10. Before starting on this project, what questions would you ask the PM, Sales Estimating, Superintendent, Subs, and Client Rep to ensure you are fully prepared? List as many as necessary: *

Item 11. Describe in your own words what separates an excellent Logistics Manager from a mediocre one at UCG. Include examples of habits, attitudes, or actions that demonstrate world-class performance. *