Construction Project Management Vocabulary

verb to confuse or muddle

adjective confused or muddled

adverb in a confused or muddled manner

• The project was bollixed up due to a miscommunication between departments.
• I bollixed up my presentation by forgetting to include important details.
• I really bollixed up my chances with that girl by saying something stupid.
• His plan to win the game was bollixed up when the opposing team scored a last-minute goal.

noun A clause in a contract that allows for the suspension or termination of the contract due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of the parties involved.

• The company invoked force majeure to cancel the contract due to unforeseen circumstances.
• The event was cancelled last minute because of force majeure.
• We can't control the weather, it's like force majeure.
• In life, unexpected challenges can be seen as force majeure events that test our resilience.

noun an instance of overwhelming, spreading, or occupying in a rapid or uncontrollable manner

verb to spread over or occupy in a rapid or uncontrollable manner

• The city was overrun by a horde of invading soldiers.
• The party was so crowded, it felt like we were overrun with people.
• The mall was totally overrun with teenagers on Friday night.
• Her emotions were so intense, they seemed to overrun her rational thoughts.

verb to supervise or manage a task or project

• As the project manager, I will oversee the entire development process.
• I'll be overseeing the team's progress on this project.
• I've been put in charge of overseeing this whole thing.
• She oversees the company with a watchful eye, ensuring everything runs smoothly.

noun a long pipe, typically underground, for conveying oil, gas, etc. over long distances

• The pipeline project is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year.
• They're working on the pipeline project and hope to finish it soon.
• The pipeline job is in full swing and should be done in no time.
• The pipeline of new ideas is constantly flowing in our creative department.

noun a person who manages or superintends an organization or activity

• The superintendent of the school district oversees all administrative tasks.
• I heard the superintendent is retiring next month.
• The superintendent is the big cheese around here.
• The superintendent is like the captain of a ship, guiding us through rough waters.

noun a letter or document that is sent to someone

adjective relating to the act of transmitting or sending something

• The transmittal of important documents must be done securely.
• Can you handle the transmittal of these files for me?
• I'll take care of the transmittal, no worries.
• The transmittal of knowledge from teacher to student is crucial for learning.