So let\u2019s avoid that! Here is a helpful glossary with 50 of the most commonly-used terms every construction manager, project manager, and professional in the construction industry should know by heart. We\u2019ve also included a few project management-related<\/a> templates to add more handy tools to your project manager tool belt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Agile project management<\/a> is dedicated to adapting to the situation as it develops. Construction managers can achieve agile management by keeping close tabs on the project and making changes or decisions as needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A good Agile project management software<\/a> makes it possible to manage sprint workflow<\/a> with ease, take on and complete tasks quickly, and provide your project team the flexibility, structure, and support they need to carry the projects moving forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bonus: CRM Construction Software<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The all-in rate summarizes the total cost of a project or a specific construction item, including both direct and indirect costs. For example, this might include shipping, labor hours, and installation supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Architect of Record is the person whose name is on the building permits and who oversees the safety and completion of a construction project. This may not be the designer, but instead a licensed architectural site manager available to handle project paperwork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check out these Project Management Tools for Architects<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A BOQ or Bill of Quantities is used to help price a project. It is an itemized list of all workmanship and materials needed to complete a construction project as planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Blocking refers to tasks that cannot be worked on or tasks that are simply \u201cblocked\u201d from someone starting work until a previous task or subtask is complete. This prevents a broken workflow when dependencies are set to block someone from moving forward with the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, in a kitchen remodel project, a dependency blocking cabinet installation would be set for the demo task, so new cabinets can\u2019t be installed until the kitchen demo is complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A bottleneck is a point of congestion in the project, where an item must be completed or cleared before other work can be continued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, having the wrong sized equipment, waiting for materials delivery, or a necessary installation step can each become a bottleneck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Collaboration<\/a> occurs when multiple teams of contractors or specialists work together. Construction collaboration must be done in the right order so that things like behind-wall and drywall installations are completed efficiently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Construction management software<\/a> enables construction managers to improve project efficiency, construction scheduling<\/a>, oversight, and task assignment. It should include features like CAD diagrams, documentation, Gantt charts, Dashboards, mobile time-tracking, templates, and more to help you manage your project on and off-site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Use this ClockConstruction Daily Report template<\/a> to track your daily progress for easy organization and planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Critical Path Method<\/a> (CPM) in construction is a project scheduling method. Managers can use software to break down required activities in construction projects based on the duration of time they will take and the order these tasks must be completed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dependencies<\/a> are tasks that need to be completed before another task can begin. For example, behind-the-wall wiring is dependent on installing light fixtures because the light fixture is dependent on the completion of the wiring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Design-build represents the concept of hiring the same team to design and build a project. This ensures that the designers are on staff to keep the project aligned with the design and that designs are completed with the builders\u2019 capabilities in mind. Design-build services can reduce costs and improve deliverables<\/a> due to a reduced diffusion of responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The fieldwork order is a document listing the assigned tasks of a subcontractor and noting directions to complete the work. This is given by the general contractor to the subcontractor, and the project scope<\/a> is limited only to what the subcontractor needs to know and do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Following up is the practice of checking back in with a project to make sure the work is satisfactory. This can be done at every level of construction, ensuring each task is complete and ready for the next stage. It\u2019s also performed by contractors with clients to ensure the final product is to their satisfaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
50 Must-Know Construction Management Terminology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
A-K: Agile Project Management to Kick Off Meeting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Agile Project Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2. All-In Rate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Architect of Record<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
4. Bill of Quantities (BOQ)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Blocking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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7. Collaboration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
8. Construction Management Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
9. Critical Path Method (CPM)<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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12. Field Work Order<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
13. Follow-Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
14. Issue Log<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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