Construction General Contractor Production & Specialised Services Managers
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Construction general contractors take on the responsibility to deliver a construction project. They participate on bid processes for construction projects and hire subcontractors to deliver the different stages of the construction process from beginning to completion. They make sure subcontractors hold up their part of the agreement and work in the construction site to make sure the project is delivered in time and according to agreed standards.
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Contract Law
The field of legal principles that govern written agreements between parties concerning the exchange of goods or services, including contractual obligations and termination.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Construction General Contractor
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EssentialContract Law knowledge
The field of legal principles that govern written agreements between parties concerning the exchange of goods or services, including contractual obligations and termination.
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EssentialConstruction Product Regulation knowledge
Regulations on construction products quality standards applied throughout the European Union.
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EssentialReal Estate Market knowledge
The trends concerning the buying, selling, or renting of property, including the land, buildings, and natural resources encompassed within the property; the categories of residential properties and properties for business …
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EssentialAssess Construction Compliance skill
Determine whether a construction complies with laws and regulations.
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EssentialCommunicate With Customers skill
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
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EssentialCoordinate Construction Activities skill
Coordinate the activities of several construction workers or crews to make sure they do not interfere with each other and to ensure that the works are done in a timely …
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EssentialEnsure Compliance With Construction Project Deadline skill
Plan, schedule and monitor the building processes in order to ensure completion of the project by the set deadline.
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EssentialFollow Health And Safety Procedures In Construction skill
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
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EssentialKeep Records Of Work Progress skill
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
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EssentialManage Contracts skill
Negotiate the terms, conditions, costs and other specifications of a contract while making sure they comply with legal requirements and are legally enforceable. Oversee the execution of the contract, agree …
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EssentialPerform Quality Control Of Design During A Run skill
Control and ensure the quality of design results during a run.
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EssentialRead Standard Blueprints skill
Read and comprehend standard blueprints, machine, and process drawings.
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EssentialAudit Contractors skill
Examine and document different industry contractors, in order to determine whether they comply with regulations and standards in relation to safety, environment and quality of design, construction and testing, etc.
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EssentialIdentify Customer Objectives skill
Identify individual motives resulting in short, medium and long term fitness goals.
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EssentialMonitor Construction Site skill
Keep an overview of what happens at the construction site at all times. Identify who is present and what stage of the construction work each crew is in.
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EssentialMonitor Contractor Performance skill
Manage the performance of the contractor, assess whether they are meeting the agreed standard and correct underperformance if needed.
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EssentialMonitor Parameters' Compliance In Construction Projects skill
Monitors progress in construction sites and the compliance of various parameters outlined in the design phase such as quality, costs, timeline, and contractors' responsibilities.
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OptionalRenewable Energy Technologies knowledge
The different types of energy sources which cannot be depleted, such as wind, solar, water, biomass, and biofuel energy. The different technologies used to implement these types of energy to …
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OptionalEnergy Performance Of Buildings knowledge
Factors that contribute to lower energy consumption of buildings. Building and renovation techniques used to achieve this. Legislation and procedures regarding energy performance of buildings.
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OptionalZero-Energy Building Design knowledge
The design and building principle whereby the net amount of energy used by the building equals the amount of renewable energy created by the building itself. The concept refers to …
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OptionalDesign Principles knowledge
The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.
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OptionalEnergy Efficiency knowledge
Field of information concerning the reduction of the use of energy. It encompasses calculating the consumption of energy, providing certificates and support measures, saving energy by reducing the demand, encouraging …
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OptionalProject Commissioning knowledge
Process of supervising the correct functioning of systems, buildings or plants during the final stages before deployment.
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OptionalBuilding Codes knowledge
The set of guidelines that determine the minimum standards for buildings and other constructions in order to protect public health and safety.
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OptionalQuality Assurance Methodologies knowledge
Quality assurance principles, standard requirements, and the set of processes and activities used for measuring, controlling and ensuring the quality of products and processes.
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OptionalDecommissioning knowledge
Expertise in removing things from active service or dismantling objects such as power plants, weapons and ships.
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OptionalAdvise Architects skill
Give advice on design, safety issues, and cost reduction to architects during the pre-application phase.
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OptionalCoordinate Marketing Plan Actions skill
Manage the overview of the marketing actions such as the marketing planning, internal financial resource granting, advertising materials, implementation, control, and communication efforts.
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OptionalInspect Construction Supplies skill
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
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OptionalManage Health And Safety Standards skill
Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.
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OptionalPerform Project Management skill
Manage and plan various resources, such as human resources, budget, deadline, results, and quality necessary for a specific project, and monitor the project's progress in order to achieve a specific …
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OptionalPlan Allocation Of Space skill
Plan best allocation and utilisation of space and resources, or re-organise current premises.
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OptionalPlan Shifts Of Employees skill
Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.
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OptionalUse Safety Equipment In Construction skill
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if …
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OptionalCommunicate With Construction Crews skill
Exchange information with the construction crews or supervisors to ensure smooth progress of the construction project. Obtain updates on the progress and any obstacles, and inform the crews of any …
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OptionalReview Construction Projects skill
Review the documents and applications for building projects, discuss necessary changes with the contractors, and forward the documents to the building authorities if needed. Document any deviation from the original …
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