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Glossaries

Term Definition
Plastic Paints

Plastic paints, in the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, refer to a type of paint that incorporates synthetic

Plumb

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "plumb" refers to the vertical alignment of structures or elements. When something

Plumber

In the context of commercial construction projects in Australia, a plumber is a professional tradesperson responsible for the installation, maintenance,

Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA)

The Plumbing Code of Australia (PCA) is a technical code that outlines the requirements for the design, construction, installation, replacement,

Plumbing rough in (roughin)

The plumbing rough-in process in Australian commercial construction projects involves installing the basic plumbing infrastructure before the walls and ceilings

Plumbing stack

a plumbing stack refers to a vertical pipe system that is part of a building's plumbing infrastructure. It is designed

Ply Or Plywood

Plywood, also known as ply, is a type of engineered wood product commonly used in Australian commercial construction projects. It

Point load

Point loads are critical in commercial construction projects in Australia, as they significantly impact the structural integrity of buildings. They

Pointing

pointing refers to the process of filling mortar in brickwork or masonry joints to improve the weatherproof condition of the

Portal Frame

a portal frame is a type of structural system commonly used for building large, open spaces such as warehouses, factories,

Portland Cement Synonyms - cement
Pre-Cast

pre-cast concrete refers to a type of construction product produced by casting concrete in a reusable mold or "form"

Synonyms - precast, pre-cast concrete
Pre-Cast Concrete

See "Pre-cast"

Synonyms - pre-cast
Prefabricated Construction, Prefabrication

Prefabricated construction refers to a type of construction where a building's components are constructed off-site . This method involves manufacturing

Pressure Relief Valve (PRV)

a Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) is a safety device designed to protect a pressurized system or vessel from exceeding its

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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.

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Data Centres, Energy Storage

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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.