Subcontractors often step into projects where key risks are lurking in the dark, hidden within pages of legal language that seem routine or harmless. These provisions can quietly shift major responsibilities, costs, and liabilities downstream — until it’s too late to react. To avoid being caught off guard, subcontractors need to shine a light on hidden risks. By understanding and managing certain high-risk clauses, you can protect your business, maintain control over your wor

In the fast-paced and complex world of construction, projects often need to move forward before all the terms of a formal contract are...

Adopting a work ethic of “excellence” is a powerful and lasting tool.  Don’t confuse this with perfectionism. It is far different....

According to the 15 th  Annual Construction Disputes Report (the “Report”) published by Arcadis , “speed, agility, and adapting to...

If you do both federal and state public works projects, you need to know the key distinctions for getting paid on under payment bonds for...

Here’s the scenario – your work is on schedule, your work complies with the contract documents, yet you haven’t been paid for your last 3...

In this industry you frequently find yourself stuck in a very frustrating game of waiting until the end of the project to resolve extra...

It is a rare project that has no conflicts, problems, disputes, change orders, or claims.   An important goal in managing your scope of...

We received a lot of positive feedback on our last article on three terms all savvy subs should include in their Proposals, so we’re back...

Proposals are the first chance a subcontractor gets to combat bad contract terms and maximizes its profit goals – after all, no one wants...

Who ends up footing the bill for project delays?  The answer often depends on the terms of your contract!

Construction is a hard business, very hard. Some days (well okay, many days) you feel like it’s grinding you down. Your current project...

Getting paid promptly can be the difference between a “successful” project and a project that zaps your cash flow.

Did you know… that for your Subcontract the term “Contract Documents” includes many more documents than the agreement you sign?

Keep these 7 Sins out of your decision making to run your work and business in a financially healthier and more productive way.

For most contractors, every construction project begins with signing the contract and ends with getting final payment. A lot will happen...

The single most common, and often most expensive, problem for contractors encountered on any construction project involves delays....

California has long-standing prompt payment laws that require owners to pay contractors promptly and for contractors to pay...