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Glossaries

Term Definition
Excavation

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, excavation refers to the removal of soil or rock from a

Expansion Joint

In Australian commercial construction projects, an expansion joint is a crucial component designed to accommodate the movement of building materials

Expansion Strip

In Australian commercial construction projects, an "expansion strip" refers to a component used to accommodate movement within a structure. These

Extras

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a variation refers to a change to the scope of work

Synonyms - variation
Face Puttying

Face puttying is a technique used in commercial construction projects in Australia to create a smooth and uniform finish on

Facing brick

In Australian commercial construction projects, a "facing brick" refers to a type of brick that is specifically manufactured for use

Fall

Slope or Gradient: In construction terminology, "fall" can also refer to the slope or gradient of a surface, such as

Fascia

In commercial construction projects in Australia, "fascia" refers to a horizontal or vertical board or panel that is installed at

Fascia board

In Australian commercial construction projects, a fascia board is a horizontal or vertical board attached to the lower ends of

Fibre Cement

Fibre cement is a versatile and durable building material commonly used in Australian commercial construction projects. It is composed of

Field measure

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a "field measure" refers to the process of taking precise measurements on-site

Fill

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "fill" refers to material used to raise the level of the ground

Fillet

In Australian commercial construction projects, the term "fillet" has multiple meanings depending on the context.  

  •  In welding, a fillet
Finial

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a finial is a decorative or ornamental feature typically used to crown

Finishes

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "finishes" refer to the final elements or treatments applied to the surfaces

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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

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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.