For those who are unfamiliar with commercial construction, there are quite a few words, phrases, and acronyms that are used by construction workers. Knowing some of these phrases and commercial construction terms will help you understand where your project stands and who you are working with.
Commercial construction has many complex parts and will change depending on multiple factors. Working with an experienced company will ensure that your building is up to code, a customer stays on budget, and you are satisfied with the end result. EK Bailey is here to create quality builds that clients love.
1- Assignable Square Footage (ASF)
Usable square footage within your space and sum of all areas on floors. This is usually measured after the building is completed and is measured from finished wall to finished wall.
2- Construction Documents (CD Phase)
Before any construction project begins your commercial construction company should help you create a plan that includes blueprints, design specifications, budget, materials you would prefer, and more. All of these and more are called construction documents. This gives the builders a clear idea of how to construct the physical space and is a common one among commercial construction terms.
3- Building Manager
Your building manager is the go-to person during construction. They are the responsible party for monitoring all aspects of the project, watching how the construction is going, keeping track of expenses, and more.
4- Change Order
Another important phrase on the list of commercial construction terms is a change order. A change order refers to a written order between the owner and contractor to clear a change to the project. This prevents any shock at the end of the project and protects the owner and construction company. A change order can be done for changes in materials, square footage, colors, and more. Contract time and contract sum can only be changed by a proper change order.
5- JOC
Also known as Job Ordering Contracting, this can help organizations complete multiple construction projects easily with multi-year contracts. JOC reduces the need for multiple levels of engineering, excess paperwork, and time.
6- Notice Of Completion (NOC)
When your project is complete, you will need a notice of completion. This is issued by the owner of the project (or an agent) that all work is completed. This also sets a period within which concerned parties can exercise lien rights.
7- Schedule Of Values
This is a contract created by the contractor, architect, or engineer that breaks down each sum allotted for different parts of the commercial construction project. This contract is helpful when making progress payments throughout the project. Knowing commercial construction terms will help business owners get the most out of their projects and start serving customers as soon as possible.
8- MEP
This acronym stands for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. These are drawings laying out the places and specs for these important aspects. Plumbing, mechanical, and electrical needs to be completed with precision in order to help your business thrive. MEP will ensure that your commercial construction project is safe and functional for serving customers or patients.
9- Purchase Order
A purchase order is required when purchasing any materials, equipment, or supplies that are needed for the construction. Purchase orders are placed by the contractor or builders.
10- Foreman
Another important person during the construction process is the foreman. The lead supervisor and the one who manages the crew is the foreman. They help execute daily tasks and document each step of the process. The foreman is essential to helping a project run smoothly.
11- Punch List
The final item on the list of commercial construction terms is the punch list. A list of deficiencies, incomplete work, or work that is deemed unacceptable is compiled by the project manager. This list will be created during the final inspection of the project and put all together for the owner of the business to view. This can include work that still needs to be done before an inspection can be passed or the project is considered complete. These items on the punch list require immediate attention.
Commercial Construction With EK Bailey
Working with EK Bailey helps your commercial construction project stand out among the many others in Utah. Our project managers and construction team is passionate about helping to ensure your auto dealership, gas station, healthcare facility, or office building meets all of your needs. EK Bailey has extensive experience completing large-scale projects and giving them our full attention. Look no further than EK Bailey for your commercial construction needs.