Projekteerima

Projekteerima is Estonian for “to design” or “to engineer” a project. It denotes the activity of planning and producing the technical design and documentation needed for a product, building, system or process before construction or manufacturing. In professional contexts it implies a structured design process, culminating in documents that guide implementation.

Etymology and scope: The verb is formed from the noun projekt (“project”) with the common Estonian suffix -eerima, indicating the action of carrying out the design task. Projekti design processes occur in architecture, civil and mechanical engineering, urban planning, and software development, and may cover feasibility studies, concept design, and detailed construction design.

Process and deliverables: Typical stages include feasibility assessment, concept design, preliminary design, and detailed or construction design. Deliverables consist of drawings, specifications, calculations, models, and cost estimates. The work requires coordination with clients, authorities and contractors, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations. It also involves revision management and risk assessment.

Regulatory and professional context: In Estonia, projekti must comply with national standards and building regulations and often requires permits before implementation. Designers include architects, engineers and other specialists, who share responsibility for safety, feasibility and timely delivery. See also related terms such as arhitektuur, inseneeria, and ehitusprojekt.