construction time

[/kənˈstrʌkʃən taɪm/]
nounpl: construction times
tempo de construção
1. The duration required to complete a building or infrastructure project from start to finish
The construction time for the new bridge was estimated at two years.
O tempo de construção da nova ponte foi estimado em dois anos.
2. In programming and software development, the time taken to compile or build code
We need to optimize the construction time of our application to reduce build delays.
Precisamos otimizar o tempo de construção do nosso aplicativo para reduzir atrasos na compilação.
3. The period during which active construction work is occurring on a project site
During construction time, the street will be closed to traffic.
Durante o tempo de construção, a rua ficará fechada para o trânsito.
In Brazil, construction time is a critical factor in urban development projects. Major infrastructure projects often face delays due to bureaucratic processes, weather conditions, and resource availability. The term is widely used in real estate marketing and urban planning discussions. In the USA, construction time estimates are typically included in project proposals and contracts, with penalties or bonuses based on timely completion.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
building durationconstruction periodbuild timeproject durationcompletion time
Antonyms / Antônimos
demolition timedeconstruction time

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
tempo de construção
Standard term used across Brazil in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
prazo de construção
Also commonly used in business and construction sectors
Rio de Janeiro
período de obras
Alternative expression emphasizing the work period
Portugal
tempo de construção / prazo de construção
Both terms used similarly to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Words

construction projecttimelinedeadlineschedulingproject managementconstruction schedulecompletion datework schedule

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind schedule during construction time
ahead of construction time
extend construction time
shorten construction time
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