Fundamental Principles of Subcontractor Management
Publication: Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 16, Issue 3
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.
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Received: Jul 16, 2010
Accepted: Oct 22, 2010
Published online: Jul 15, 2011
Published in print: Aug 1, 2011
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