Organizational Development
Planned effort to increase organizational effectiveness through interventions in processes, structure, and culture.
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
Federal agency that sets and enforces workplace safety and health standards.
Over-Excavation
The removal of excess soil beyond the design depth to ensure a stable foundation, often followed by the placement of engineered fill material.
Overhead Costs
Indirect project expenses, such as administrative fees, insurance, and utilities, that are necessary for project execution but not directly tied to labor or materials.
Owner’s Project Requirements (OPR)
A document outlining the functional and performance expectations that the owner has for the construction project.
Owner’s Representative
A consultant managing construction on behalf of the owner.