Terms like change order, submittal, superintendent, and substantial completion are familiar to construction industry professionals. However, legal terms may not be as familiar. To address the ...

Construction is an industry with a long history that stretches back thousands of years. Over time, the industry developed its own specialized language.

Contractors can sometimes overwhelm you with jargon—knowing some basic terms can help you feel like you're still in control. Jeff Somers July 7, 2025 Credit: ungvar / Shutterstock ...

10. Jargon: Lastly, let's not forget about construction jargon. It's like a language of its own; without it, it's hard to enter the conversation.

Of course, knowing the GMP in advance of a construction project has a lot of benefits (including, without limitation, how it affects the project budget or any construction financing), but the A103 ...

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