Fundamental Principles of Subcontractor Management

Abstract

This paper describes the results of a study to develop fundamental principles of subcontract management. Fundamental principles are actions a general contractor can take it improve job performance. In developing the principles, there was significant interaction with industry professionals. The principles are organized into two broad groupings: managing people and managing the subcontractor’s work. There are a total of 21 principles listed. These are easy to comprehend and implement. If implemented, they will likely yield immediate and positive results.