Definitions for "General contractor"
A contractor who enters into a contract with the owner of a project for the construction of the project and who takes full responsibility for its completion, although the contractor may enter into subcontracts with others for the performance of specific parts or phases of the project
One who constructs a building or other improvement for the owner or developer. May retain a construction labor force or use sub contractors.
The prime contractor who is responsible for most of the work at the construction site, including that performed by the subcontractors.
Keywords:  ledger
General Ledger
An individual or business firm who contracted to perform all or part of a specified job.