RICS
RICS is the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the professional body for chartered surveyors in the UK and internationally. RICS
Ridge
The ridge is the highest point of a pitched roof, along the line where two sloping roof surfaces meet. It
Risk Management
Risk management is the process of identifying, assessing and controlling the risks that could affect the cost, programme or quality
Schedule
A schedule is a document listing the items or elements of work required on a project, usually set out in
Schedule of Values
A schedule of values is a detailed breakdown of the contract sum, prepared by the contractor, which allocates a value
Scope
The scope of a project is the definition of the work to be carried out, setting out what is included
Site Investigation
A site investigation is the process of gathering and analysing information about a construction site to assess its suitability for
Soffit
A soffit is the underside of the eaves of a roof: the board or panel, usually horizontal, that closes the
Specification
A specification is a document that describes the work to be carried out on a project and the standard of
Stamp Duty Land Tax
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax paid by the buyer on land and property transactions in England and
