Many companies look for business prospects in the construction sector without being very clear about what civil works are or how it differs from building. When it comes to investment opportunities, both domestically and internationally, the infrastructure sector is one of the most lucrative. However, to maximize the potential of any project, it is important to be familiar with all these concepts. In the next section you will find an explanation of the concepts of civil works, building and what we mean when we talk about public works.
What is a civil works?
Let’s first define the civil works. It is common to see investment offers in construction that mention civil works projects. Civil works enable civilizations to develop economically and raise the standard of living of all inhabitants of a given area. To improve maritime connection, for example, civil works projects are usually related to the construction of roads, airports, bridges or ports.
What is a public work?
A set of structures or infrastructure that the government promotes and builds is known as public works. It is intended to be used by the people living in that population and is financed with public money or private donors. Schools, hospitals and roads are some examples of public works…
The difference between public works and civil works
The distinction between civil works and public works is actually quite blurred, and there are some projects that fall into both categories. How can we develop our ability to distinguish them? Below we will address some of the misunderstandings to help us understand them.
A public work is always civil because it includes all the services provided by the administration to its administered. It is essential to bear in mind that a civil activity is sometimes a public work, but this is not always the case.
It is possible for a civil work to be private. Private works are those that are supported by an individual or a non-governmental organization. On rare occasions, they are made available to the public free of charge, which usually benefits the owners.
Motorways are affected in this way (although, in some cases, motorways have been publicly funded but managed by a private body). Consequently, the entrance and use of these highways are paid for by the citizen.
When it comes to civil works, these can be carried out by a group of neighbors who, for example, decide to build a playground on the property for the enjoyment of all. Although the former is not always the case, civil works and public works are inextricably linked, while public works are always civil works by default.
Last but not least, we advise you to always seek the advice of a consultancy that helps you obtain greater consolidation to be able to carry out a civil work privately. Contact Pinco if you need to do any civil works, whether public or private, and we will take care of everything.