The simulation of human intelligence in machines programmed to think and learn like humans, used in construction for tasks such as predictive maintenance, design optimization, and safety monitoring.

Detailed architectural or engineering drawings used to specify the design, dimensions, and materials of a project.

The use of computer software to design objects, real or virtual, which facilitates the drafting and detailing of construction drawings.

The total amount of greenhouse gases (including carbon dioxide and methane) that are generated by our actions, including the construction, maintenance, and demolition of buildings.

A systematic approach to dealing with the transition or transformation of an organization's goals, processes, or technologies.

Occurs when the actual cost of a project exceeds the budgeted amount.

A method of estimating the percentage completion of a project by comparing the cost incurred to date to the total estimated cost.

A project modeling technique used to estimate the duration of a project by identifying the longest sequence of dependent tasks.

A highly detailed drawing showing a small part of the construction at a larger scale, often used to clarify complex construction methods or connections.

A drawing that shows one side of a building or structure as viewed from a specific point.

Using less energy to provide the same service or achieve the same level of comfort in buildings. It can be achieved through various means, including efficient appliances, insulation, and design strategies.

The process of forecasting the time, cost, and resources needed to complete a project within defined scope.

The practice of coordinating the physical workplace with the people and work of an organization. It integrates principles of business administration, architecture, and the behavioral and engineering sciences.

The amount of time that a task can be delayed without affecting the project's overall completion time.

A scale diagram of the arrangement of rooms in one story of a building viewed from above, showing walls, windows, doors, and other features.

A building that in its design, construction, or operation reduces or eliminates negative impacts on the climate and natural environment, promoting resource efficiency and ecological harmony.

Wastewater generated from domestic activities such as laundry, dishwashing, and bathing, which can be recycled on-site for uses such as landscape irrigation and constructed wetlands.

The network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies for connecting and exchanging data with other devices and systems over the internet, utilized in construction for equipment tracking, remote monitoring, and energy management.

A globally recognized green building certification system that provides a framework for healthy, highly efficient, and cost-saving green buildings.

A key or index on a drawing, chart, or map explaining the symbols, terms, and abbreviations used.

The process of evaluating the total cost of facility ownership, taking into account all costs of acquiring, owning, and disposing of a building or building system over a specified period.

Significant points or events in the project that are used to measure progress toward the final goal.

A building with significantly reduced energy needs through efficiency gains such that the remaining energy need can be met with renewable energy technologies, resulting in a net zero energy consumption from external sources over a specified time period.

A graphical representation of a project's tasks and their dependencies, often used in conjunction with the critical path method.

The administrative process for seeking and obtaining approval to conduct certain construction activities.

The effectiveness of productive effort, especially in industry, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input.

A temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. It is characterized by having a definitive start and finish, distinguishing it from daily operations or ongoing work.

The part of project planning that involves determining and documenting a list of specific project goals, deliverables, tasks, costs, and deadlines.

The process through which a business seeks to ensure that product quality is maintained or improved.

Energy from sources that are naturally replenishing but flow-limited. Renewable resources are virtually inexhaustible in duration but limited in the amount of energy available per unit of time. Examples include solar, wind, geothermal, and hydroelectric.

The identification, evaluation, and prioritization of risks followed by coordinated and economical application of resources to minimize, monitor, and control the probability or impact of unfortunate events.

The process of arranging, controlling, and optimizing work and workloads in a production process or manufacturing process.

A drawing that shows a cut-through view of a structure, revealing its interior at a particular location.

A drawing representing the entire scope of a development, showing the location of buildings, parking, drives, landscaping, and any other structure in relation to the surrounding property.

The process of managing a facility’s physical space inventory, including the planning, allocation, and modification of space to maximize efficiency and accommodate organizational changes.

A detailed written description of the materials, workmanship, and quality of work required for a project, complementing the drawings.

Individuals or groups who have an interest in the outcome of a project.

Techniques implemented in building design and landscaping to manage surface runoff water to prevent erosion, water pollution, and flooding.

An individual or business that signs a contract to perform part or all of the obligations of another's contract.

The practice of developing and maintaining processes that meet present requirements without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs, especially regarding environmental preservation, social equity, and economic viability.

The cost incurred by a company to produce, store, and sell one unit of a particular product or service.

A hierarchical decomposition of a project into smaller components or tasks, making it easier to manage and monitor.

The set of plans specifying all the construction details necessary to obtain building permits and guide construction.