The construction subcontractor agreement is between a general contractor who holds an agreement with a client (“prime contract”) and a subcontractor to perform a service. The contractor usually seeks the service of the subcontractor because they cannot perform the service themselves. This is common for basic trades like plumbing, electrical, roofing, carpentry, interior design, or any service the contractor decides to hire.

A subcontract agreement, by definition, is a written agreement between the general contractor and the subcontractor identifying the risks and responsibilities of the job in question.

A Subcontractor Agreement is a document used to put into writing the terms of an agreement between a General Contractor and a Subcontractor who will perform construction work and services for the General Contractor. The General Contractor is the party who originally entered into a contract with a client directly to perform construction services.

General contractor-subcontractor agreements are used to establish a formal contractual relationship between the involved parties. This clarifies their respective project obligations and helps with dispute resolution during conflicts.