Common Site Acronyms in Construction

Acronym

Full Form

Description

ASBD

As-Built Drawing

Revised drawings submitted by a contractor at the end of a project, showing all changes made during construction.

BOQ

Bill Of Quantity

A document listing the quantities of all materials and labor required for the project.

CAR

Contractor All Risk

Insurance provides coverage for property damage and third-party injury or damage claims during construction.

CCS

Cost Comparison Sheet

Compares costs of different materials, services, or methods for cost-effective decision-making.

CDC

Current Date Cheque

A cheque that is dated for the current date, meaning it can be cashed immediately.

CL

Check List

A checklist is used to ensure all aspects of a task are completed.

CO

Confirmation Order

Issued to confirm an order for materials or services, ensuring agreed details.

CPI

Cost Performance Index

A measure of cost efficiency in a project is calculated by dividing the value of work performed by the actual cost.

CRFI

Contractor Request for Inspection

Submitted by the contractor to request inspection of work completed or materials delivered to ensure they meet project standards.

DSR

Daily Site Report

Documents daily progress, activities, and issues on the construction site.

EI

Engineer Instruction

Instructions given by the engineer to the contractor regarding changes or clarifications needed during the project.

FAC

Final Acceptance Certificate

Issued after all work, including punch list items, has been completed to the client’s satisfaction, officially closing the project.

FIN

Field Inspection Notice

Notifies relevant parties that an inspection will take place, ensuring readiness and compliance.

HSEP

Health Safety and Environment Plan

Details health, safety, and environmental procedures and standards to be adhered to on-site.

IFC

Issue for Construction

Final versions of drawings issued for construction, containing all approved changes and ready for implementation on-site.

IP

Inspection Plan

Outlines the procedures and stages of inspections for a project, ensuring all aspects are checked and approved.

IR

Inspection Request

Requests a formal inspection of completed work.

ITP

Inspection Test Plan

Outlines the inspection and testing activities for a project, detailing when and how inspections will be conducted.

ITL

Independent Testing Laboratory

Conducts independent tests on materials or workmanship to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.

JSI

Job Site Instruction

On-site instructions are given by the project manager or engineer to address immediate issues or changes required during construction.

JV

Joint Venture

A business arrangement where two or more parties agree to pool their resources for a specific project.

LC

Letter of Credit

A financial document issued by a bank guaranteeing payment to a supplier upon fulfillment of specified conditions.

LOI

Letter of Intent

A document outlining the intention to enter into a contract, specifying preliminary agreements between parties.

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LPO

Local Purchase Order

Used to order materials or services from a local supplier, specifying the details of the order and agreed terms.

MAS

Material Approval Submittal

A formal submission for the approval of materials to be used in the project, ensuring they meet project specifications.

MDC

Material Deliveries Checklist

Used to track and verify the delivery of materials to the site.

MDN

Material Delivery Note

A document that accompanies deliveries, detailing the materials delivered to the site.

MIR

Material Inspection Request

Used to request the inspection of materials delivered to the site, ensuring they meet specified requirements before use.

MOM

Minutes of Meeting

Written records of discussions and decisions made during meetings, ensuring all parties are aware of agreed actions.

MIV

Material Issue Voucher

A document used to authorize the release of materials from storage for use on-site.

NCR

Non-Conformance Report

Issued when work or materials do not conform to specified requirements, documenting the deviation and corrective actions.

P&ID

Piping and Instrumentation Diagram

Detailed diagrams showing the piping and related components of a physical process flow.

PAC

Provisional Acceptance Certificate

Issued when the work is substantially complete, indicating that the project is ready for final inspection.

PB

Performance Bond

A guarantee is provided by a contractor to ensure the completion of the project according to contract terms.

PDC

Post Dated Cheque

A cheque that is dated for a future date, meaning it cannot be cashed until that date.

PMI

Project Manager Instructions

Directives from the project manager addressing issues or changes that need to be implemented on-site.

PQP

Project Quality Plan

Outlines the quality standards and procedures to be followed throughout the project.

QA/QC

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Refers to the processes and procedures used to ensure that the project meets the required quality standards.

QS

Quantity Surveyor

Responsible for managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects.

RAS

Request for Alternatives or Substitution

Submitted to propose alternative materials or methods for approval.

RFI

Request for Information

Used to clarify any uncertainties in project documents or plans, ensuring all parties have the correct information.

RFMA

Request for Material Approval

Submitted to get approval for materials before procurement and use in the project.

RFQ

Request for Quotation

Used to invite suppliers to bid on providing specified goods or services for a project.

RFV

Request for Variation

A formal request for changes to the scope of work, often resulting in a variation order (VO).

SF

Submittal Form

A document used to submit materials, drawings, or other information for approval or review.

SI

Site Instructions

Directives issued on-site to address immediate needs or changes required in the construction process.

SMR

Site Material Requisition

A request for materials is needed on-site, detailing the type and quantity required.

SR

Safety Report

Documents any safety issues, incidents, or observations on the construction site.

SVN

Safety Violation Notice

Issued when a safety violation is observed on-site, requiring immediate corrective action.

SWI

Site Work Instructions

Detailed instructions were given to site workers outlining specific tasks and procedures to be followed.

TB

Tender Bond

A guarantee is submitted with a bid to ensure the bidder will enter the contract if awarded.

TCS

Technical Comparison Sheet

Compares the technical aspects of different materials or methods to determine the best option for the project.

TPI

Third-Party Inspection

Involves an independent entity inspecting and testing materials or workmanship to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.

TQ

Technical Query

Raised to clarify technical aspects of the project that are unclear or require further information.

Tr

Transmittal

A formal way of sending documents, ensuring they are tracked and received by the intended party.

TSR

Test Sample Request

Used to request samples for testing to ensure they meet project specifications.

VO

Variation Order

Issued to authorize changes to the original contract scope, often involving adjustments to cost and time.

WR

Work Request

A formal request for additional work or changes to the existing scope of work.