The general contractor is the construction manager that is hired by the client to get advice on the project of construction. He is responsible to coordinate with the project and control the workers to work according to the building design. A general contractor is required to analyze the specification of the project to prepare the necessary documents that are used to fill the tender and got the project authorized then started on the renovations and analyze the site to get a better understanding of the construction of the project.

On the basis of the project delivery method, the contractor is required to submit a fixed proposal that provides information about the cost estimations and designs that are proposed to the client. Once the client satisfy by considering cost, general condition, material, equipment, and time period, he authorized the general contractor to construct the project and also could make some modifications if required.

A general contractor is required to fulfill the entire responsibilities of providing material, labor, and services that are required during the construction project. He also hires some specialized subcontractors who performed the duties of construction and checks the quality of the work done by workers and subcontractors.

There are possibilities for a general contractor including suggestions to the workers and securing the property by providing temporary utilities. General contractors are required to work for the clients including government agencies that are considered prime contractors who work according to the instructions of the government. General contractors are also required legal license to work on construction projects and it may vary from country to country.

According to the law of the United States, there is no federal licensing is required to become a general contractor but there is only a need for a local license to operate in the United States as a general contractor. Some general contractors are required to obtain a bachelor’s degree in construction building science and serving.