Guidance
Glossary
Definitions of terms that have specific meanings in a project delivery context.
From:
Government Project Delivery
Term: contingent worker
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Common glossary definition
A contingent worker is a temporary worker contracted for a particular project or period of time; they are not on the payroll but provide services to the organisation. There are different types of contingent worker, including agency worker or independent contractor, each of which have different legal rights and status.