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subcontractor
This term describes a tiered professional relationship where a primary contractor delegates specific technical tasks to a third party. It carries a connotation of specialization, implying that the subcontractor possesses a niche skill set, such as plumbing or electrical work, that the general contractor does not maintain in-house.
In legal and business contexts, the term emphasizes a contractual chain of responsibility. The subcontractor is accountable to the main contractor rather than the end client, creating a buffer of liability and management that is standard in large-scale construction and corporate procurement.
Meanings
Examples
The general contractor hired a specialized subcontractor for the electrical wiring.
The general contractor hired a specialized subcontractor for the electrical wiring.
We need to find a reliable subcontractor who can handle the plumbing work.
I wonder if the subcontractor will finish the roofing before the rain starts.
The project was delayed because the subcontractor failed to meet the deadline.
Who is the subcontractor in charge of the landscaping for this site?
The company relies on a network of subcontractors to manage overflow work.
Our main contractor is arguing with a subcontractor over the final payment.
The government requires all subcontractors to pass a security clearance.