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The GC's Role in Modular: What Changes and What Doesn't


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Does modular construction eliminate the need for a general contractor? Not even close—but the role transforms significantly.

This episode examines how the GC's scope, skills, and responsibilities shift in modular projects.

Topics covered:

  • What changes: site scope shrinks to foundation, utilities, set, and button-up
  • What doesn't change: coordination responsibility between factory and field
  • The GC as translator between manufacturing and construction cultures
  • Skills that become more important: logistics, QC, and schedule management
  • Why GCs who run modular like traditional construction struggle

Modular is a different game. The GCs who succeed recognize that—and adapt their project management approach accordingly.

Built Different is brought to you by Spring Street Management Group. New episodes drop weekdays at 6 AM Pacific.

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