Construction contracts aren’t just paperwork. They’re the difference between making a profit and bleeding money on a job.

Worried about the contracts you’re signing? We break it all down in this short video: Watch now or keep reading for the essentials.

The industry has changed.

It used to run on handshakes and relationships. Now, it runs on contracts.

And those contracts? They're designed to shift as much risk as possible onto you—the subcontractor.

That’s why you can’t afford to be passive. You need a system to protect your business.

Here’s the one we use with our clients:

R is for Review
Always review every contract, no matter how big or small the job.
Even short contracts can hide risky clauses.
Get in the habit. Learn to spot red flags fast.

N is for Negotiate
They never give you the best version first.
The contract is a starting point, not the finish line.
Use your commercial principles and push back.
If you don’t negotiate, you get the worst deal.

At Quantum, 82% of what we push back on gets changed.

C is for Comply
Once you’ve got a better contract, follow it.
Submit your paperwork. Send notices. Log variations.
Help the person above you pay you.
No compliance = no protection.

This simple Review–Negotiate–Comply system helps you avoid contract disasters—and keeps your cash flowing.

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