Under the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015, which describes the Principal Contractor's key responsibilities?

• A. Procure, manage, monitor and deliver the entire construction phase
• B. Plan, manage and deliver the on-site construction activities
• C. Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the entire construction phase
• D. Procure, manage, monitor and record the on-site construction activities

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that the Principal Contractor is responsible for planning, managing and monitoring the construction phase and coordinating all on-site activities to control health and safety risks across the whole project. This means organizing how work is carried out, ensuring the Construction Phase Plan is implemented, and making sure all contractors and designers work together safely from start to finish. It’s not just about procuring or simply carrying out tasks; it’s about continuous oversight and coordination of everyone’s activities during the entire construction phase. That’s why the option that states plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the entire construction phase best fits the duties described under CDM 2015.