THE DO’S AND DON’TS MANAGING SUBCONTRACTORS
by Ryan Myson
With all the craziness that we have seen in the construction industry over the past two years regard- less of if it is a new home construction to renewable energy installations, so we thought that we would put together some of the “Do’s and Don’ts” that have been common among those that we have spoken with let us know if you agree or if you have something that you would like to add. Let’s start off with the Don’ts: Don’t expect them to care as much as you do about your project! Nobody cares as much as you about your project or your business for that matter. Subcontractors included. If you expect anyone to care about your business as much as you, I am afraid to tell you that you are heading for a lot of disappointment. So best to accept this first and foremost. Don’t rely on their pricing or timing – Do your own numbers! When doing an estimate for a customer’s project that includes a subcontractor, their work and pricing, don’t just go but what they are telling you, always triangulate the numbers with numbers of your own after all it is your project, business and reputation that is on the line.
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JULY/AUGUST 2022 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • JULY/AUGUST 2022
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