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Australian Standard

An Australian Standard in commercial construction refers to a published document that establishes the minimum community expectations for the safety,

Arris

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, an arris refers to the sharp edge formed by the intersection of

Architrave

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, an architrave refers to the mouldings or trim that surround a door

Architecture

In Australia, the definition of architecture in commercial construction is broad and encompasses a wide range of building typologies .

Architect

In Australia, an architect is a licensed professional responsible for designing, planning, and overseeing the construction of commercial buildings and

Arch Bar
A structural member or beam carrying loads over an opening.
Arch

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, an arch is a structural element characterized by a curved shape that

Apex

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, the term "apex" has a specific meaning. The apex refers to the

Ant cap (ant capping or termite shield)

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, an ant cap, also known as ant capping or termite shield, is

Aluminium Oxide

Aluminium oxide, also known as alumina, is a chemical compound of aluminium and oxygen with the chemical formula Al2O3 .

Allotment

In the context of commercial construction in Australia, an allotment refers to a parcel of land that can be disposed

Air Brick

An air brick is a vent that allows air to pass through a wall to the underfloor space. It is

Agreement
A contract between two or more parties, either written or verbal.
Aggregate

The definition of aggregate in commercial construction in Australia is a broad category of coarse- to medium-grained particulate material used

Admixtures

In the context of construction in Australia, "admixtures" refers to a range of specialized additives or substances that are intentionally

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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.