Who is responsible for providing access to the job site (property easements)?

The owner is primarily responsible for providing access to the job site and ensuring that any necessary property easements are in place. This responsibility is crucial because the owner typically holds the title to the property and has the authority to grant access to contractors and subcontractors. Without this access, the general contractor or subcontractors may face delays in starting or completing their work, which can ultimately lead to project complications.

While the general contractor is tasked with managing the construction process and subcontractors handle specialized tasks, they do not have the power to secure easements or rights of way unless expressly given that authority by the property owner. Similarly, engineers focus on project design and specifications, not on facilitating access, and subcontractors work under the direction of the general contractor without direct control over property rights. Therefore, ensuring that proper access to the job site is arranged falls squarely on the shoulders of the owner.