Tips for Resolving Conflicts and Disputes in Commercial Subcontracting

Victor K • September 16, 2023
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In an ideal world, a commercial subcontractor Seattle provides the required services within the allotted time and then gets paid as per the terms and conditions of the contract. However, in the real world all commercial building services Washington run into roadblocks either before, between or through the project. Not all disputes should end up in court as that will be a nightmare for any commercial construction subcontractor Seattle. Therefore, certain strategies can be adopted to sidestep known conflicts in any commercial building services Washington. Let us take a look at the common issues and mitigation strategies against them for any construction management subcontractor.

 

Understanding The Contract

Only winning a contract is not the world's end for a building construction subcontractor Washington. Following through with a carefully written contract is equally essential. This becomes key in the case of a dispute when commercial construction subcontractor Seattle needs to go through all of it and ensure that he is on the right side of things and chalk up a strategy to mitigate the situation.

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Communication Is Key

Before going towards the legal channel, there are ways a construction management subcontractor can settle all disputes, whether they are with the main contractor, supplier or property owner. There are specific ways this can be done, the top three of them are:-

 

·      Communicate

·      Negotiation

·      Mediate

·      Arbitration

 

Foster Relationships

Even when there are arguments, it's vital to keep good relationships with others in the construction industry, something that United Seattle thrives upon. People talk, and if you get a reputation for being hard to work with, it could make it tough to get more projects. Try to resolve issues while showing respect to the general contractor and their team.

 

Third-Party Resolutions

If mediation doesn't work, the next option for a construction management subcontractor

 is arbitration. In arbitration, a neutral person or group listens to both sides and makes a final decision. It's faster and cheaper than going to court. It has its merits and demerits but going to court can seriously hamper the progress of a task, its payments and the future credibility of the general contractor and commercial subcontractor both.

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There will always be disputes and conflicts in any construction subcontracting services Seattle. However, a professional commercial subcontractor Seattle like United Seattle will always be a step ahead and deploy strategies like understanding the contract well, stellar communication, fostering long-term relationships and amicably resolving issues once they arrive to avoid any unforeseen disputes that can delay the project resulting in multiple administrative and financial issues. Always remember that amicable resolution of disputes boosts the credibility of construction subcontracting services Seattle which eventually helps in finding more business opportunities in the future.

 

There are certain ways a construction management subcontractor can avoid these disputes, some strategies discussed in one of the older blogs.

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