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Glossaries

Term Definition
Fuse

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a "fuse" typically refers to a safety device used in electrical systems.

Frontage

In Australian commercial construction projects, frontage refers to the ground-level frontage of a commercial building that simulates interest and activity,

Fretwork

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "fretwork" refers to a decorative design element that involves intricate patterns cut

Frame Inspection

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a "Frame Inspection" refers to a critical stage in the building process

Foundation
the ground or surface a building is built on.
Forms
Prepared forms of timber or other material for the casting of concrete.
Form work
the outer timber frame that concrete is poured into. This is removed once concrete is dry.
Footing

In Australian commercial construction projects, a "footing" refers to the structural component of a building's foundation system that is responsible

Flush Joint

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a Flush Joint refers to a type of joint between two pieces

Flashing

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "flashing" refers to thin pieces of impervious material installed to prevent water

Fixed price contract

A fixed price contract is a type of contract used in commercial construction projects in Australia where the contractor agrees

Fittings

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, "fittings" refer to items that are installed in a building to make

First Floor

In Australian commercial construction projects, the term "First Floor" refers to the first level above the ground floor . This

Fire wall

In the context of Australian commercial construction projects, a firewall is a specific type of wall designed to prevent the

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

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Childcare

Childcare & ELC

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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.

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Manufacturing & Warehousing

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

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Retail & Shopping

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