Joint Check

A pricing model where work is billed per unit completed (per meter drilled, per cubic meter hauled, per joint welded, etc.).

A pricing model where the contractor bills for actual time spent and materials used, plus markup. Common for work where scope is uncertain.

A pricing model where contractors are paid a fixed daily rate for equipment and/or personnel, regardless of the amount of work completed that day.

A disconnect between what a subcontractor quoted and what the client expects to pay for. This often surfaces during invoicing when scope, rates, or billing terms were not clearly agreed upon upfront. It can delay payments and strain relationships with prime contractors.

The current market rate for materials, fuel, or equipment rentals purchased for immediate delivery. Spot prices fluctuate daily, directly affecting your job cost estimates and margins. Locking in rates early can protect subcontractors from sudden price spikes mid-project.

A standardised daily report documenting rig operations, hours worked, and downtime on a drilling project. Subcontractors often must align their own daily reports with the IADC DDR for invoicing and performance verification. Discrepancies between your records and the DDR can delay payment or trigger billing disputes.

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