1. Construction Project Planning and Coordination
The major responsibilities of a general contractor involve planning and coordinating the entire construction project. It includes the preparation of a correct project plan, including the scheduling of tasks, while ensuring that all resources, labor, and materials are available at the appropriate time.

• Scheduling: A general contractor develops a construction schedule indicating the estimated dates when each phase of the work can be completed to facilitate a uniform flow of work in a timely manner.
• Resource Allocation: They work out how to acquire and manage all resources required for the job, which mainly encompass hiring subcontractors, ordering materials, and rental equipment.
• Coordination: The work of all subcontractors and suppliers is to be organized by the general contractor in such a manner so that the work is executed in the proper sequence and also done in the manner expected from them.

2. Budget Management
Another important area that falls within a general contractor’s domain relates to project budget management. They are supposed to provide cost estimates, maintain a record of spending, and ensure the execution of the project within the approved estimate.

• Estimating Cost: The general contractor allows for preliminary cost estimating to get the job done, including labor and material costs, plus any additional expenses. 
• Budgeting: They track the spending during the project and adjust accordingly to prevent cost overruns. 
• Financial Reporting: The general contractor provides regular financial reports to the client to keep them updated on the status of the financial prospective in the project. 

3. Subcontractor Hiring and Management
General contractors generally subcontract and oversee work performed by specialized subcontractors, such as plumbers, electricians, or carpenters.

• Subcontractor Selection: The general contractor chooses qualified subcontractors according to their specialty, experience, and availability.
• Negotiation of Contract: Negotiate contracts with different subcontractors to ensure terms and conditions are favorable and the work executed will be according to the required standards.
• Supervising: General contractors supervise the work of subcontractors to ensure that it is completed on time and within the specified budget, and that the work meets specifications.

4. Permits and Inspections
Securing permits necessary for the work to be done and ensuring the work is performed to meet local building codes and regulations is another critical general contractor responsibility.

• Permit Obtaining: A general contractor is in charge of obtaining all permissions on site before the actual work commences. This also ensures the project abides by local zoning and building laws.
• Inspection Coordination: It will coordinate and schedule all the necessary inspections through the construction process. This gives assurance that indeed the work is meeting all requirements for regulatory consensus.
• Code Observance: General contractors ensure all work complies with all the building codes, safety standards, and other legal requirements.

5. Quality Control and Safety Management
A general contractor plays a major role in maintaining high standards of quality and in ensuring the safety of the site.

• Quality Assurance: The general contractor is responsible for ensuring that construction works are done to the best standards and quality. He achieves this through regular checking of the materials used and testing.
• Safety Management: They undertake the role of implementing and putting into force such protocols concerning safety at the site, so that the laborers also follow strict guidelines to avoid any accidents and injuries on site.
• Problem Resolution Whatever issues are perceived in the place of construction, the general contractor takes all necessary measures on quality, safety, or schedule delays, and sees to it that the project is right on track.