Free Project Manager
Service Agreement
A handshake deal is just a fast track to getting gutted by a client who 'forgot' what they promised to pay. One missing signature on a change order can bleed your bank account dry and leave you hauling your gear off the lot for zero profit.
Pro Contractor Tip
Insert a 'Change Order' clause that halts all work the second a project's scope shifts until a new price is signed and dated.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Project Manager, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this sequence covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Project Manager services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Daily Site Progress Logs
- Subcontractor Schedule Management
- Material Delivery and Inventory Tracking
- Weekly Budget Reconciliation Reports
- On-site OSHA Safety Compliance Audits
- Final Project Punch List and Closeout Documentation
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Project Manager services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
The client keeps adding 'small favors' to my plate that aren't in the bid. How do I stop the bleeding?
You point directly to the 'Scope of Work' section of your contract; if the task isn't listed there, tell them it requires a signed Change Order and an additional fee before you move an inch.
How do I make sure I'm not chasing my tail for the final payment once the job is done?
Set up a 'Milestone Payment' schedule that ties checks to specific physical benchmarks, ensuring you've collected at least 90% of the total before you even start the final walkthrough.
What do I do if the owner's indecision stalls the crew and eats my overhead?
Use a 'Client Delay' clause in your agreement that triggers a daily standby rate; it forces the client to realize that their wasted time is costing them cold, hard cash.