Services Provided The general contractor’s responsibility consists of the pricing, buying and construction of work at the project site. Included in the contractor’s price is all the labor, material, equipment, tools, machinery, and services necessary for the execution and completion of the project. The general services performed are described below: Subcontracting and Bidding - Develop the list of recommended subcontractors. - Issue, receive and review subcontractors’ bid proposals. - Submit lump sum proposal for the project price. - Award subcontracts. Construction Coordination - Secure all necessary building permits for the execution of the project. - Coordinate construction sequence with the project schedule and subcontractors. - Conduct periodic project meetings to review status of work, quality control and on-time performance. - Coordinate shop drawings and sample submissions for approval and release. - Supervise construction work at the site for conformance to the approved design and for quality of workmanship. - Verify compliance with, and give notices required by law, ordinances and regulations of public authorities required for the performance of the work. - Submit requisitions for payment based on the percentage of construction work completed. - Monitor safety procedures at the job site. - Monitor and maintain proper working relationships with the trades. Project Completion - Coordinate and schedule required inspections and approvals necessary for substantial completion of the project. - Prepare certificates of payment for submission and approval for final payment. - Provide all guarantees and affidavits, and deliver all keys, maintenance manuals, record drawings and stock materials to owner.