Construction planning involves identifying all the required steps to build a structure, splitting them into defined activities, ordering these steps logically, and determining the necessary materials, manpower, and equipment.

It is a process of creating the description of a new facility, usually represented by detailed plans and specifications.

An estimate for any construction work may be defined as the process of calculating the quantities and costs of the various items required in connection with the work.

Architecture and construction workers work on buildings and other structures. This includes highways, bridges, houses, and buildings.

In building construction, one of the drawings furnished by a manufacturer to a purchaser for his approval. Such an approval affirms that the manufacturer has correctly interpreted all contractual requirements.

Fabrication is the construction of items from different parts using at least one of a range of processes and materials such as metal, laminates, wood and other solid surface materials.

A steel erector is responsible for creating the 'skeleton' frameworks for construction projects of all shapes and sizes. The role of a steel erector involves the following duties: Reviewing technical plans drawn by architects and engineers.