What Does a General Contractor Do and What Are Its Functions
- Arkipiù Redazione
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
A General Contractor is a company or professional entity responsible for the complete management of a construction project, from design to final completion, ensuring a "turnkey" delivery to the client. This approach is particularly appreciated in complex projects that require careful coordination among various involved parties.
What Does a General Contractor Do?
The primary role of a General Contractor is to act as the sole point of contact for the client throughout all phases of the project. It is responsible for planning, managing, and coordinating all activities necessary to complete the work within the established timelines and agreed budget.
Main Functions of a General Contractor
Design and Planning:
Analyzing client needs and defining objectives.
Creating the executive project and verifying technical and economic feasibility.
Providing detailed definitions of costs, timelines, and resources needed for the project.
Work Management and Coordination:
Selecting and contracting specialized companies (plant engineering, construction, finishes, etc.).
Continuously monitoring the construction site and verifying the quality of the work performed.
Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and pre-established schedules.
Cost and Timeline Control:
Managing the overall budget and financial resources.
Continuously monitoring the timeline to ensure deadlines are met.
Supervising costs to avoid budget overruns.
Project Delivery and Documentation:
Performing final inspections and verifying compliance with contractual requirements.
Providing necessary documentation and delivering the "turnkey" project to the client.
Pure General Contractor vs. Hybrid General Contractor
Not all General Contractors operate in the same way. There are two main categories:
Pure General Contractor: Manages the entire project, directly coordinating all phases from design to construction without intermediaries. Our company, Arkipiù, is a pure General Contractor, ensuring total control over every phase of the project and guaranteeing maximum quality and precision.
Hybrid General Contractor: Often delegates part of the operations to third parties, merely coordinating subcontractors without direct control over all activities.
Why Choose a Pure General Contractor?
Greater Efficiency and Quality: The entire management process is under a single control, reducing error margins and ensuring consistent quality.
Clear and Direct Communication: The client has a single point of contact for all activities.
Optimized Time and Cost Management: Thanks to centralized management, issues related to potential interference between various parties are minimized.
Arkipiù is a pure General Contractor that handles the complete management of construction projects, ensuring an impeccable service from start to finish. Our expertise and professionalism allow us to offer high-quality, customized solutions while respecting agreed timelines and budgets. Trusting us means choosing a reliable and competent partner capable of turning a project from paper into a concrete reality.