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Glossaries

Term Definition
Concrete

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, concrete is a fundamental building material that must comply with various

Concrete Block
A concrete building block.
Construction

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, "construction" refers to the process of building, altering, repairing, maintaining, or

Construction Joint

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a construction joint is a separation or discontinuity in a building

construction management

Construction management in commercial construction projects in Australia refers to the process of planning, coordinating, and controlling the construction activities

Contour Line

A contour line, in the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, refers to an imaginary line on a map

Contract Documents

In Australia, contract documents for commercial construction projects are governed by various standards, including AS 2124, AS 4000, AS/NZS 1170,

Contractor

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a contractor is an entity or individual that enters into a

Countersink

A countersink is a conical hole that is drilled or cut into a surface to allow for the insertion of

Covenant

A covenant is a legal agreement or promise between two or more parties that is typically included in a deed

Cover
The actual distance a board will cover in width after milling; notably in flooring, weatherboards and lining boards.
Cranes

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a crane is defined as a plant item used to raise

Crazing

Crazing refers to the formation of a network of fine cracks on the surface of concrete, typically caused by shrinkage

Cross Brace

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a cross brace is a structural component used to enhance the

Cross Cutting

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, "cross-cutting" typically refers to the process of cutting materials, such as

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Planning & Development

Development Management

Early stage involvement designed to reduce client/ developer risk. Focus on budget, feasibility and constructibility.

Design & Documentation

Design Management

Collaborative, efficient coordination of design, documentation and specifications.

Project Management

Project Management

Professional management of construction projects. Focus on accountability, efficiency and risk mitigation.

Construction Services

General Contracting

Flexible project delivery models including construct only (GC), design & construct, construction management or cost-plus

Asset Management

Asset Protection

Asset management, planned and unplanned maintenance, abortive and remedial works, audits and inspections.

HSEQ Management

HSEQ Services

Health, Safety, Environment and Quality system management, auditing and risk analysis

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Aged Care

Aged Care

Aged Care construction and fitout

Childcare

Childcare & ELC

Turnkey Childcare planning, design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Civil & Environmental

Civil & Environmental

Civil, infrastructure & environmental planning, design and project management, construction and lifecycle maintenance.

Commercial & Mixed-use

Commercial Construction

Commercial building project planning, design management, construction and lifecycle maintenance.

Community & Public

Public Spaces

Community centre & public venues planning, design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Cultural & Worship

Cultural & Worship

Place of worship & cultural centre design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Education & Training

Schools & Training Facilities

General & specialist training facility planning, design and project management, construction and lifecycle maintenance.

Hospitality & Restaurants

Hospitality & Restaurants

Restaurant building project planning, design management, construction, fitout, refurbishment and lifecycle maintenance.

Healthcare

Healthcare

Public & private healthcare facility planning, design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

General Practices

GP Clinics

Turnkey medical centre design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Diagnostic Imaging

Radiology Centres

Radiology clinic, imaging department planning, design and project management, construction and lifecycle maintenance.

Labs & Cleanrooms

ISO & TGA Cleanrooms

Lab & sensitive environment project planning, design management, construction, fitout, refurbishment and lifecycle maintenance.

Industrial & Logistics

Manufacturing & Warehousing

Factories, industrial project planning, design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Data Centre & Energy Storage

Data Centres, Energy Storage

Data centre, battery research and production design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Retail & Shopping Centres

Retail & Shopping

Turnkey retail design and project management, construction, fitout and lifecycle maintenance.

Office Buildings

Office fitout

Office space project planning, design management, construction, fitout, refurbishment and lifecycle maintenance.