This is the 4740th most frequent Russian word.
заказчик
"Заказчик" means "customer" or "client" who orders goods or services.
In this context, 'заказчик' refers to a person or entity who initiates and finances a construction project by engaging a contractor or company.
Заказчик заключил договор на строительство нового дома.
The customer signed a contract for building a new house.
Here, 'заказчик' means the client, emphasizing their responsibility in specifying project needs and expectations.
Основная роль заказчика - формирование требований к проекту.
The main role of the client is to define requirements for the project.
In this usage, 'заказчик' describes someone who requested a service or product and evaluates its completion and quality.