1. Contractor’s role in construction
Description : The general contractor is employed by the client and is on the advice
of the architect. Firstly, a general contractor must assess the project-specific
documents. The case of renovations, a site visit is required to get a better
understanding of the project. The contractor will then calculate a price, estimate.
The general contractor considers the cost of materials, equipment and the cost of
labor to provide the owner with an approximate price for the project.
Contract documents include a budget, general conditions, special condition,
blueprints and specifications prepared by a design professional such as an
architect. In many instances the general contractor is the project manager or
project engineer for construction projects.
Interacts With the Architect
The general contractor will work with an architect or architectural designer
involved to ensure the project is implemented as planned. The architect and the
general contractor will typically review the plans together before any work begins.
Architect will often look to the general contractor to suggest solutions if problem
occurs. It’s a symbiotic relationship.
Gathers and Evaluates Bids
Every general contractor has a network of trusted subcontractors. That allows the
“general” to gather accurate bids quickly as accomplishing the same thing will
require quite a bit more time and effort .For every specialty, for example
electricity, plumber and etc, a contractor would want to get multiple bids. You will
need to walk the specialty contractor through the project and answer their
questions for each bid. The general contractor will need to communicate that to
all other contractors if one of them shows the general contractor differently and
have them re-bid the job so that all the estimates are same. At last, you’ll need to
compare andcontrast the products and techniques used by each contractor to
determine if all are of equal quality.
Coordinates Specialty Contractors
Coordinating things with the busy schedules of multiplecontractors is a real
juggling act.When a general contractor is on the job, specialty contractors are
usually willing to commit to a tight schedule. If aninexperienced homeowner is
handling things, however, thosespecialists will often request more time, which
can addweeks to the completion date of your project. Plus, therecould be
cancellation penalty fees to pay if things get off track.

2. Provides Skilled Labor
A good general contractor has the skills to handle the carpentry tasks required on
a project. They also often end up performing much of that work. That’s why
projects managed by a professional rarely run behind schedule.
Answers Questions and Resolves Issues
The general contractor has to be on-site regularly to inspecting the work as it’s
completed. If not, a sub-contractor may have to wait, which often results in
delays or mistakes that can affect the work.
Arranges for Permits and the Associated Inspections
To ensure a safe community, city permits are required before a general
contractor or any sub-contractor can demolish, build, enlarge, improve or convert
things on your property. A local general contractor will know the tasks require
permits. He’ll be familiar with the process of applying for them and experienced in
filling out the paperwork. The general contractor will also coordinate all of the
associated inspections, for example meeting the city inspectors at the job site
and working with them on any requested changes or adjustments.

3. Materials Needed (Contractor)
1. Windows
2. Doors
3. Steel rebar welded together for concrete frame (rebar
number 3)
4. Fiber board
5. PVC pipe
6. Faucets
7. Water heaters
8. Toilets
9. Sinks
10. Breaker Boxes
11. Wires
12. Outlets
13. Switches
14. Wood
15. Synthetic Materials
16. Bricks and stone
17. Cement