Best practices for hiring a reliable contractor?

Interesting breakdown. Has anyone validated this with recent site execution costs? 👍

In my experience, a red flag is when a contractor is overly aggressive wth their tender or demands a large upfront payment. I also look for contractors who are transparent about their site management processes an have a clear communication plan in place.

In my experience, a red flag is when a contractor is overly aggressive with their tender or demands a large upfront payment. I also look for contractors who are transparent about their site management processes and have a clear communication plan in place.

I always verify a contractor's credentials, including their license, insurance, and previous work experience. It's also crucial to evaluate their understanding of the project's BOQ and drawings.

Interesting breakdown. Has anyone validated this with recent site execution costs?

I'd be cautious of contractors who demand full payment upfront or refuse to provide a detailed breakdown of costs, seen some shady ones lowball the tender only to inflate rates later

Verify contractor's experience with similar projects, check their rates against the BOQ, and ensure they have a clear understanding of the drawings and scope of work

What's the project size and scope? Are you looking at a fixed-price contract or a time-and-materials arrangement? Have you considered verifying their work history and checking for any past disputes with clients or vendors? 👍

In my experience, a red flag is when a contractor is overly aggressive with their tender or demands a large upfront payment. I also look for contractors who are transparent about their site management processes and have a clear communication plan in place.

I've seen too many contractors lowball the initial bid only to sneak in extra costs later. Make sure to get a detailed breakdown of the BOQ and watch out for vague specs. Also, establish a clear communication channel to avoid misinterpretations

Interesting breakdown. Has anyone validated this with recent site execution costs?

Interesting breakdown. Has anyone validated this wth recent site execution costs?

I agree, having a clear contract helps protect both parties from misunderstandings

Great point about checking references! It's crucial to see how they handle project challenges.