Who Pays for On-the-Job Training?
Training in construction is important, especially with a shortage of employees. A general contractor asked about a subcontractor who is training an apprentice.
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Honest Relationships
There are always at least two sides to any scenario, but if you want to stay in business, consider this a lesson on how not to treat a subcontractor.
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Single Discipline Leads, Referral Fees
The note stated, “Because I’m the middle man, my subcontractor loses out a potential project.” That’s true, and it’s one reason you shouldn’t get into the position of being a middle man.
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Subcontractor Payment Schedules
Payment schedules need to be in writing, that includes between a general and specialty contractor.
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Pricing Without Plans
It’s important to remember you aren’t in business to drive around and give out numbers. If you’re a specialty contractor, you also aren’t in business to provide numbers to architects or general contractors.
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Finding and Keeping Good Subs
My biggest challenge as a residential remodeler is obtaining and keeping qualified and experienced sub-contractors willing to do smaller type projects.