Construction sector

The construction industry produces a wide range of products, and the enterprises are equally diverse. However, the vast majority of enterprises involved in on-site construction are small and local. Despite globalization and the existence of an international construction industry, the majority of construction activity is still undertaken by local firms. There is a tendency among enterprises in construction (as in other industries) to outsource the supply of goods and services required in the production process. Building materials, plant and equipment are generally purchased or hired from other enterprises. Specialized services are supplied by subcontractors, and labour by labour agents. Design and engineering services are also provided by separate professional entities.

Source: http://www.ilo.org/global/industries-and-sectors/construction/lang--en/index.htm.

Glossary:

Enterprises: Empresas;
Equally: Igualmente;
Despite: Apesar;
Undertaken: Realizadas;
Among: Dentre;
Purchased: Comprado;
Hired: Contratado;
Supplied: Fornecido.


Aluno: André de Faria Lopes.