Why This Matters

Streamlined margin management helps you control pricing and protect profitability across all your proposals. Set it once and every quote reflects your target margins.

To include margin calculations for generator proposals, you can enable the generator proposal margin setting under Public Proposal. Follow the steps below to turn on this feature.

What You'll Need

Admin access to SubcontractorHub
A web browser (Chrome or Edge recommended)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Go to "Settings".

Step 2

Click "Public Proposal".

Step 3

Click the "Edit" button.

Step 4

Scroll down and enable the "Enable Generator Proposal Margin" toggle.

Step 5

Scroll back up and click "Update".

Pro Tips

💡 Pro tip: Bookmark this page for quick reference when you need a refresher.
📱 Works on mobile: Access this feature from your phone or tablet when you're in the field.
🔄 Automate when possible: Pair this feature with automations to reduce manual work.

Troubleshooting

Problem	Solution
I don't see this option	Make sure you have Admin access. Some features require specific permissions.
Changes aren't saving	Try refreshing your browser and make sure you clicked Save before navigating away.
Something looks different from the screenshots	SubcontractorHub updates regularly. The feature works the same way — the layout may just look slightly different.

Last updated: 2026-07-23 · Source: How to Enable Generator Proposal Margin