In a construction project, the main parties are involved are the owner or client, the management team, and the contractor. As the builder, we plan and coordinate construction activities and complete the project within the agreed timeline and budget. We are responsible for the entire construction process and determine the best methods to finish the project as specified.

Generally, we are responsible for planning, leading, executing, supervising, and inspecting a construction project. The responsibility extends from the start to the end of the project. We accomplish our duties by planning activities, supervising workers, and ensuring the project follows local codes and laws. We may hire subcontractors for specialized areas, such as electrical installations and other relevant systems, when required.

A building contractor has multiple responsibilities, which may vary depending on the contract. There are many roles a builder can assume during different project stages, and this blog covers the most common ones.

Project Planning

Every project has a master schedule describing all activities, time distribution, and budget. It has a completion date, and hefty penalties usually apply for missing the deadline. A late completion can only be justified if the project is delayed by external factors, such as weather, beyond our control. The first duty once appointed to the project is creating a project plan to deliver between the time frame and the responsible include:

We establish a budget for the project and follow it as closely as possible. The budget is a helpful tool to track project costs since we are the ones who can detect waste by comparing actual expenses with the planned budget.

Project Management

We have to ensure the project is completed on time, and this involves many construction management activities such as:

We are also responsible for our personnel, ensuring our staff has the right size and technical skills. We also manage payroll for our employees and subcontractor payments.

Project Tracking

It is fundamental to completing the work according to contract specifications and schedules. In addition, we must prevent disruption, which involves quality control, using cost-effective construction methods, ensuring a constant supply of materials, scheduling purchases well in advance, and the construction site safety.

During construction, we track progress and manage any necessary changes. We must always have the project scope, time, and budget when making decisions.

Legal & Regulatory 

We have a handful of responsibilities in terms of legal and regulatory matters. We acquire all the necessary permits and licenses before starting the project while covering any applicable fees and taxes. The entire construction process also must follow local legislation and building codes.

Being unaware of legal requirements is not an excuse, so we must have updated knowledge. The project can progress without disruption with the proper construction permits and licenses.

Health and Safety 

We guarantee health and safety on the construction site by implementing adequate procedures and raising awareness among our workers. We are also responsible for properly operating equipment and preventing accidents from misuse. We deal with emergencies and unforeseen issues at the project site and report them to the client’s supervision staff.

We have many roles during the different stages of construction, and each role comes with different responsibilities. We would be capable of managing uncertainty and making decisions daily. A track record is also vital since ample experience can respond better to common issues in projects.

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