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Subcontracting and Outsourcing The Work
by Phil Nilsson www.nilssonbooks.com (http://nilssonbooks.com/)
Pavement Sweeping - Litter Routes - Parking Lot Maintenance - Snow Plowing - Ice Control Management - Snow Removal Hauling - Tree Care Services - Tree Removal -Tree Spraying - Hardscaping - Lawn Care - Landscaping - Lawn Chemicals - Irrigation
Subcontracting and Outsourcing the work of mowing, grounds maintenance, hardscaping, irrigation installations and service, hydroseeding, snow plowing and removal, pavement sweeping, and other work is typical when the contractor doesn't have the equipment, expertise or employees to do the work. Often times this is a result of having received a large contract where the person getting the award can only provide part of it or simply is not equipped to handle a large project. This doesn't mean that the landscape contractor can't take on the job it simply means that he'll need help in doing the work and outsourcing or subcontracting is sometimes the answer. Subcontracting offers opportunities for all contractors who do some or part of the entire project to specialize in that part where they have both the knowledge and equipment necessary to complete the work.
Some contractors are known to subcontract all of their mowing operations so that they can focus on other work within a property specification such as landscape renovation, tree care, lawn chemical programs and applications, specialized pruning and trimming trees and shrubs. Many projects such as very large office parks, colleges and universities, park & recreation departments, military installations are so big that one contractor is sometimes unable to supply the large number of employees, equipment fleet of mowers, ztr, tractors, not to mention tackling the requirements of spring and fall cleanups that need leaf vacuum suction on a large scale to handle the volume.
Click here: (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work) for a complete book on subcontracting or call Toll Free 866-280-2252
Subcontracting The Work
by Phil Nilsson
Contents:
How to profit from subcontracting
Pros and Cons of partnering jobs
All about "owning the work"
Ways to limit your risks
Performance guarantees
How to make money on others
Subcontracting forms & agreements
Fees, Commissions, Revenue Sharing
Legal requirements - Who's liable for what?
Insurance concerns - The Subs Coverage
How To protect your valuable customer contacts
How To qualify your subs reputation/work history
Covenants not to compete forms and instructions
To order online Click here:Subcontracting the Work (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work)
To order by phone call Toll Free 866-280-2252
What will the Subcontractor charge you for a job?
How long will a job take, and what can you expect to pay a subcontractor for the work? Nilsson's Labor Time Data Handbook (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_bidding_pricing.htm#Labor Time Data Handbook) can answer the question by giving you a close estimate of job time in hours. You can use the hours given in the Labor Time Data Handbook to calculate the approximate cost of your job that a subcontractor is likely to charge, and you can also use those totals to sugfgest a price of the job to your sub. You'll know within reason how long the job will take, and have a good idea as to what amount you should be paying to have the work done based on job time averages.
How to estimate costs for subcontracting the work Labor Time Data Handbook (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_bidding_pricing.htm#Labor Time Data Handbook)
Other
resources:
Sales Boosters (http://nilssonbooks.com/sales_booster_package.htm)
Job Estimating Package (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_estimating_package.htm)
FREE Job Pricing Guidelines (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
New Business Startup Package (http://nilssonbooks.com/just_getting_started.htm)
Complete Operations Management System (http://nilssonbooks.com/coms_package.htm)
Having Problems Pricing Your Subcontracted Jobs?
When it comes to pricing lawn and landscape jobs, hardscaping, irrigation and other green industry work, nobody has more industry pricing information than Nilsson Associates. Nilsson's Job Price Guides covers lawn care job bidding & estimating landscaping job bids for commercial & residential customers. Get more customers. Price estimates & bids, grounds services, landscaping pricing estimates , estimating & bid the price seasonal work, year around commercial estimate contracts, best price per square foot, best grounds maintenance & landscaping job to bid & pricing, price of lawn care, lawn mowing price, aeration pricing, lawns, commercial landscape job bid estimates, maintenance estimating & pricing, mulching prices, pricing chemicals, weeding & aerating pricing, fertilizer prices, prices for organic fertilizer, pricing weeds in beds, pricing pruning & trimming trees & shrubs, pricing commercial & residential snow plowing, hardscape pricing, pricing hydroseeding, irrigation service estimates for commercial & residential, pricing seeding lawns, pricing lawn sod, prices for slit seeding lawns, pricing edging lawn beds, spring cleanup prices, pricing fall cleanups, hourly price of pressure washing walks & patios, pricing trees, stump grinding prices, price for gutter cleaning, lawn dethatching price, price for shoveling snow, pricing salting, price sanding.
For more information about Pricing Click Here for FREE Job Pricing Guidelines (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
For a Complete book on Subcontracting the Work Click here: Subcontracting the Work (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work)
(http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)http://nilssonbooks.com/_borders/Phil-Nilsson-Picture.jpg
Phil Nilsson
Toll Free 866-280-2252
www.nilssonbooks.com (http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)
About Nilsson Associates
Nationally recognized "Best Selling Landscape Industry Author," Business Consultant, Speaker with over 30 years experience in the Lawn & Landscape Industry. Nilsson's articles are published by Grounds Maintenance Magazine, Lawn & Landscape, PRO, The Arborist, Landscaper Publications, Professional Grounds Management Society, and the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. Nilsson owned and operated a successful Landscape Design-Build-Maintain firm for 15 years, and for many years was a Business Coach to PLCAA Members of the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. Nilsson's books are endorsed by Industry Associations, The California Landscape Contractors Association, The Professional Grounds Management Society, The Horticultural Departments of Ohio State University, The University of Tennessee, and The University of Georgia. Nilsson's books are in use by over 25,000 Landscapers, Lawn Care Companies, Property Managers, Government Facilities, Park Departments and Municipalities nationwide.
A name you know, information you can trust
You'll have peace of mind and confidence because Nilsson Associates are recognized industry experts with over 30 years experience and a proven track record in your field. Over 25,000 landscapers use our ideas to create wealth, and achieve financial independence. For over two decades we've been helping landscapers succeed. During that process we earned our credentials, endorsements and developed the resources and know-how to help you make money. We offer business training books, tapes, videos, free job price guides, consulting services, software, and Nilsson's "Best Sellers" ... The Job Estimating Package and The Complete Operations Management System. Learning from the mistakes of others is wise, especially in the Landscape Business where over 70% who start a business fail at it, and of those that survive, 80% could be making more money! Business know-how can make the difference between success and failure. We'll show you where the others went wrong, and we'll guide you past the obstacles. Since 1975 Nilsson Associates has helped landscapers start businesses, improve their operations, grow, and make money.
FREE problem/solution hotline
We're here to help our customers solve their business problems, and make money. The advice is FREE and so is the phone call on our Toll Free line. This customer benefit can save you years of learning by costly trial and error. And, when you call you'll get your questions answered by one of the most trusted, proven, experienced business consultants in the industry. Chances are we can help you increase your profits, improve your business, and help you reach your goals faster.
Why do business with us?
You'll get results oriented professional, factual instruction, tips and advice that you can put to work immediately to improve your company. Our products will more than pay for themselves and are 100% guaranteed to increase your profits or your money back, so there is no risk. You can order online at www.nilssonbooks.com (http://nilssonbooks.com/) or by phone Toll FREE at 866-280-2252.
What others say ...
"Nilsson Associates provides an important source of information, a highly respected PLCAA Consultant, and Best Selling author with our membership."
Professional Lawn Care Association of America
"Nilsson has some of the best ideas for the green industry ... their books have comprehensive in-depth coverage, knowledgeable step-by-step approach for business improvement"
PRO Magazine
"I bought The Complete Operations Management System. Well worth it! I'm a small company that floats around 200k...my goal was to reach 500k in 5-6 years. Phil.....keep up the good work! I'll be in touch!"
Michael McGilvray
"Our members have found your books extremely helpful. Thanks for your insight and creativity"
Professional Grounds Management Society
"Nilsson helped me bid my jobs lots of times, it's like having your own private tutor, free"
Alex, Charlotte, N.C.
"Job bidding, labor cost, time management ... your books cover it all and have been a big help keeping our work on schedule.
Walt Disney World, Head Groundskeeper
"With C.O.M.S. and Nilsson's expert advice, we went from under $300,000 to over two million in sales, and plan to double that within the next 5 years." "Phil, I'm sticking with your original vision for my business, thank you very much!"
Modern Companies, MA
"Nilsson's books are must reads, and have helped our readers tremendously. Thanks for your continued support."
Landscaper Publications
"Your way of explaining the subject shows you know what we need to do to make money in this business, thanks."
H.L., Madison, Wisconsin
"Nilsson's series of books filled a void in our program ... Our students needed more insight into management, costs, profits, and how to successfully operate a business.
University of Tennessee, Horticulture Dept.
"I bought COMS a couple days after I joined this site. Buying the deal saved me some bucks. I also have some EXCELLENT cost data references that I am currently using and I am landing more lawn cutting jobs this year because of that data."
Stephen M., Port Hadlock, WA
"Excellent materials, very comprehensive, on target with the problems of running a business, doing much better now."
J. McDermott, Seville, Ohio
" I went into business using C.O.M.S. seven years ago, and followed Nilsson's advice. Today, I have over 500 customers and sales of $1,500,000. I'm happy!"
Casa Bonita
"Thanks for your help. My costs are now in line with my prices and I know how low I can go before I start losing money." Topper's, North Hollywood, CA
"Nilsson's books breakdown what we need to do to be profitable and successful in this industry. They teach you proven techniques to help enhance your enterprise. The books, are a good investment."
Brian Klimek
"For the first time since I started my business, finally got my numbers together, thanks for spending the extra time with me. My banker was very impressed."
P.L., Seattle, Washington
Special Book Discounts (http://nilssonbooks.com/discounts_and_deals.htm)
FREE JOB PRICING GUIDELINES (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
http://hispaniclawnforum.com/banners/jobestpakbanpn.gif (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_estimating_package.htm)
Phil Nilsson
Nilsson Associates - Since 1975
Green Industry Consultants
Call Toll Free 1-866-280-2252
Visit The Bookstore (http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)
Since 1975 - Profit Building Ideas - For Lawn and Landscape Professionals
(http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)
by Phil Nilsson www.nilssonbooks.com (http://nilssonbooks.com/)
Pavement Sweeping - Litter Routes - Parking Lot Maintenance - Snow Plowing - Ice Control Management - Snow Removal Hauling - Tree Care Services - Tree Removal -Tree Spraying - Hardscaping - Lawn Care - Landscaping - Lawn Chemicals - Irrigation
Subcontracting and Outsourcing the work of mowing, grounds maintenance, hardscaping, irrigation installations and service, hydroseeding, snow plowing and removal, pavement sweeping, and other work is typical when the contractor doesn't have the equipment, expertise or employees to do the work. Often times this is a result of having received a large contract where the person getting the award can only provide part of it or simply is not equipped to handle a large project. This doesn't mean that the landscape contractor can't take on the job it simply means that he'll need help in doing the work and outsourcing or subcontracting is sometimes the answer. Subcontracting offers opportunities for all contractors who do some or part of the entire project to specialize in that part where they have both the knowledge and equipment necessary to complete the work.
Some contractors are known to subcontract all of their mowing operations so that they can focus on other work within a property specification such as landscape renovation, tree care, lawn chemical programs and applications, specialized pruning and trimming trees and shrubs. Many projects such as very large office parks, colleges and universities, park & recreation departments, military installations are so big that one contractor is sometimes unable to supply the large number of employees, equipment fleet of mowers, ztr, tractors, not to mention tackling the requirements of spring and fall cleanups that need leaf vacuum suction on a large scale to handle the volume.
Click here: (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work) for a complete book on subcontracting or call Toll Free 866-280-2252
Subcontracting The Work
by Phil Nilsson
Contents:
How to profit from subcontracting
Pros and Cons of partnering jobs
All about "owning the work"
Ways to limit your risks
Performance guarantees
How to make money on others
Subcontracting forms & agreements
Fees, Commissions, Revenue Sharing
Legal requirements - Who's liable for what?
Insurance concerns - The Subs Coverage
How To protect your valuable customer contacts
How To qualify your subs reputation/work history
Covenants not to compete forms and instructions
To order online Click here:Subcontracting the Work (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work)
To order by phone call Toll Free 866-280-2252
What will the Subcontractor charge you for a job?
How long will a job take, and what can you expect to pay a subcontractor for the work? Nilsson's Labor Time Data Handbook (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_bidding_pricing.htm#Labor Time Data Handbook) can answer the question by giving you a close estimate of job time in hours. You can use the hours given in the Labor Time Data Handbook to calculate the approximate cost of your job that a subcontractor is likely to charge, and you can also use those totals to sugfgest a price of the job to your sub. You'll know within reason how long the job will take, and have a good idea as to what amount you should be paying to have the work done based on job time averages.
How to estimate costs for subcontracting the work Labor Time Data Handbook (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_bidding_pricing.htm#Labor Time Data Handbook)
Other
resources:
Sales Boosters (http://nilssonbooks.com/sales_booster_package.htm)
Job Estimating Package (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_estimating_package.htm)
FREE Job Pricing Guidelines (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
New Business Startup Package (http://nilssonbooks.com/just_getting_started.htm)
Complete Operations Management System (http://nilssonbooks.com/coms_package.htm)
Having Problems Pricing Your Subcontracted Jobs?
When it comes to pricing lawn and landscape jobs, hardscaping, irrigation and other green industry work, nobody has more industry pricing information than Nilsson Associates. Nilsson's Job Price Guides covers lawn care job bidding & estimating landscaping job bids for commercial & residential customers. Get more customers. Price estimates & bids, grounds services, landscaping pricing estimates , estimating & bid the price seasonal work, year around commercial estimate contracts, best price per square foot, best grounds maintenance & landscaping job to bid & pricing, price of lawn care, lawn mowing price, aeration pricing, lawns, commercial landscape job bid estimates, maintenance estimating & pricing, mulching prices, pricing chemicals, weeding & aerating pricing, fertilizer prices, prices for organic fertilizer, pricing weeds in beds, pricing pruning & trimming trees & shrubs, pricing commercial & residential snow plowing, hardscape pricing, pricing hydroseeding, irrigation service estimates for commercial & residential, pricing seeding lawns, pricing lawn sod, prices for slit seeding lawns, pricing edging lawn beds, spring cleanup prices, pricing fall cleanups, hourly price of pressure washing walks & patios, pricing trees, stump grinding prices, price for gutter cleaning, lawn dethatching price, price for shoveling snow, pricing salting, price sanding.
For more information about Pricing Click Here for FREE Job Pricing Guidelines (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
For a Complete book on Subcontracting the Work Click here: Subcontracting the Work (http://nilssonbooks.com/employee.htm#Subcontracting the Work)
(http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)http://nilssonbooks.com/_borders/Phil-Nilsson-Picture.jpg
Phil Nilsson
Toll Free 866-280-2252
www.nilssonbooks.com (http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)
About Nilsson Associates
Nationally recognized "Best Selling Landscape Industry Author," Business Consultant, Speaker with over 30 years experience in the Lawn & Landscape Industry. Nilsson's articles are published by Grounds Maintenance Magazine, Lawn & Landscape, PRO, The Arborist, Landscaper Publications, Professional Grounds Management Society, and the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. Nilsson owned and operated a successful Landscape Design-Build-Maintain firm for 15 years, and for many years was a Business Coach to PLCAA Members of the Professional Lawn Care Association of America. Nilsson's books are endorsed by Industry Associations, The California Landscape Contractors Association, The Professional Grounds Management Society, The Horticultural Departments of Ohio State University, The University of Tennessee, and The University of Georgia. Nilsson's books are in use by over 25,000 Landscapers, Lawn Care Companies, Property Managers, Government Facilities, Park Departments and Municipalities nationwide.
A name you know, information you can trust
You'll have peace of mind and confidence because Nilsson Associates are recognized industry experts with over 30 years experience and a proven track record in your field. Over 25,000 landscapers use our ideas to create wealth, and achieve financial independence. For over two decades we've been helping landscapers succeed. During that process we earned our credentials, endorsements and developed the resources and know-how to help you make money. We offer business training books, tapes, videos, free job price guides, consulting services, software, and Nilsson's "Best Sellers" ... The Job Estimating Package and The Complete Operations Management System. Learning from the mistakes of others is wise, especially in the Landscape Business where over 70% who start a business fail at it, and of those that survive, 80% could be making more money! Business know-how can make the difference between success and failure. We'll show you where the others went wrong, and we'll guide you past the obstacles. Since 1975 Nilsson Associates has helped landscapers start businesses, improve their operations, grow, and make money.
FREE problem/solution hotline
We're here to help our customers solve their business problems, and make money. The advice is FREE and so is the phone call on our Toll Free line. This customer benefit can save you years of learning by costly trial and error. And, when you call you'll get your questions answered by one of the most trusted, proven, experienced business consultants in the industry. Chances are we can help you increase your profits, improve your business, and help you reach your goals faster.
Why do business with us?
You'll get results oriented professional, factual instruction, tips and advice that you can put to work immediately to improve your company. Our products will more than pay for themselves and are 100% guaranteed to increase your profits or your money back, so there is no risk. You can order online at www.nilssonbooks.com (http://nilssonbooks.com/) or by phone Toll FREE at 866-280-2252.
What others say ...
"Nilsson Associates provides an important source of information, a highly respected PLCAA Consultant, and Best Selling author with our membership."
Professional Lawn Care Association of America
"Nilsson has some of the best ideas for the green industry ... their books have comprehensive in-depth coverage, knowledgeable step-by-step approach for business improvement"
PRO Magazine
"I bought The Complete Operations Management System. Well worth it! I'm a small company that floats around 200k...my goal was to reach 500k in 5-6 years. Phil.....keep up the good work! I'll be in touch!"
Michael McGilvray
"Our members have found your books extremely helpful. Thanks for your insight and creativity"
Professional Grounds Management Society
"Nilsson helped me bid my jobs lots of times, it's like having your own private tutor, free"
Alex, Charlotte, N.C.
"Job bidding, labor cost, time management ... your books cover it all and have been a big help keeping our work on schedule.
Walt Disney World, Head Groundskeeper
"With C.O.M.S. and Nilsson's expert advice, we went from under $300,000 to over two million in sales, and plan to double that within the next 5 years." "Phil, I'm sticking with your original vision for my business, thank you very much!"
Modern Companies, MA
"Nilsson's books are must reads, and have helped our readers tremendously. Thanks for your continued support."
Landscaper Publications
"Your way of explaining the subject shows you know what we need to do to make money in this business, thanks."
H.L., Madison, Wisconsin
"Nilsson's series of books filled a void in our program ... Our students needed more insight into management, costs, profits, and how to successfully operate a business.
University of Tennessee, Horticulture Dept.
"I bought COMS a couple days after I joined this site. Buying the deal saved me some bucks. I also have some EXCELLENT cost data references that I am currently using and I am landing more lawn cutting jobs this year because of that data."
Stephen M., Port Hadlock, WA
"Excellent materials, very comprehensive, on target with the problems of running a business, doing much better now."
J. McDermott, Seville, Ohio
" I went into business using C.O.M.S. seven years ago, and followed Nilsson's advice. Today, I have over 500 customers and sales of $1,500,000. I'm happy!"
Casa Bonita
"Thanks for your help. My costs are now in line with my prices and I know how low I can go before I start losing money." Topper's, North Hollywood, CA
"Nilsson's books breakdown what we need to do to be profitable and successful in this industry. They teach you proven techniques to help enhance your enterprise. The books, are a good investment."
Brian Klimek
"For the first time since I started my business, finally got my numbers together, thanks for spending the extra time with me. My banker was very impressed."
P.L., Seattle, Washington
Special Book Discounts (http://nilssonbooks.com/discounts_and_deals.htm)
FREE JOB PRICING GUIDELINES (http://nilssonbooks.com/free_job_guidelines.htm)
http://hispaniclawnforum.com/banners/jobestpakbanpn.gif (http://nilssonbooks.com/job_estimating_package.htm)
Phil Nilsson
Nilsson Associates - Since 1975
Green Industry Consultants
Call Toll Free 1-866-280-2252
Visit The Bookstore (http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)
Since 1975 - Profit Building Ideas - For Lawn and Landscape Professionals
(http://www.nilssonbooks.com/)