Contractor Bookkeeping

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Depending on the nature of your construction business, you may have workers who are employees or contractors, or you may have both. Each has its merits, but it's important to review which are to meet your tax obligations. With so much discussion about employees, payroll, and payroll taxes, you may feel like missing out by not hiring many employees. The reality is that as a small business owner, you do not have to hire employees.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Getting electricity for your construction site isn’t always easy. Remote locations can mean you’re devoid of access to the local grid. If you need temporary power, we recommend a portable power station. Think of it like a giant battery that stores plenty of electricity, giving you all the power you need. We’ll cover why your construction site needs a portable power station and everything it can do for you.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Construction is one of the oldest industries in the world. And with all the advances in technology, productivity in construction has been relatively flat and suffers from producing a huge amount of waste. With the demand for buildings soaring, the industry is struggling to build faster and more efficiently. Almost every building is designed without knowledge of what is manufacturable, is custom engineered, and uses manual and disconnected processes.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

A Real Property Owner’s Guide to Improving Construction Productivity. Measurable improvement in facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and new build efficiency involves strengthening the focus on implementation. A critical aspect involves balancing standardization of activities and information with empowering those doing the work on site.

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Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Komati plant site, one of the world's largest coal fired facilities, closed in October and will be repurposed for 220 MW of renewable energy.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

In recent times, COVID has pushed everyone further and faster into the world of digital communication, and remote has become a key word to describe the way we work. But let’s be honest, there’s nothing quite like human connection. With the skies and borders now open once again, a four-city roadshow represented a perfect opportunity for the Autodesk team to meet clients face-to-face for the first time in several years.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The below diagram clearly shows what’s wrong with LEAN construction. (Source: 2014, Wandahl, S. Lean Construction with or without Lean – Challenges of Implementing Lean Construction. Learn more? [contact-form] The post What’s WRONG with LEAN Construction? appeared first on 4BT.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

With ramps, rubblization and double roundabouts, the Transform 66 project is living up to its name. The 22.5-mile project entailing $2.3 billion in construction not only adds new toll lanes and connected-vehicle technology to the busy stretch of highway between the Capital Beltway and Gainesville, Va., but makes new connections to park-and-ride facilities, new bicycle and pedestrian trails and room for potential transit within the highway in the future.

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Learn Civil Engineering

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Do you face any challenges while you design the interior or floor of your new house? Now looking for free home designing software or Apps? Many people around the world find confusion during the décor of their new house. In the middle of all difficulties, there are many options available to do this work just […].

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Managing construction projects in disparate systems and spreadsheets is difficult due to numerous moving parts and diverse stakeholder needs. A dynamic, intuitive software solution is essential for everyone involved—owners, designers, engineers, Construction Managers, and General Contractors. Companies need a secure, centralized system to manage documents, scheduling, financials, and more.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Over the last two years, the ASEAN construction industry has been challenged not just by the COVID-19 pandemic but also supply chain, skills shortages, and now inflationary pressure. It is critical for the ASEAN industry to find alignment with peers, particularly in construction policy, procurement, people management and embracing technological approaches – as this has now become the choice between adapting and thriving versus resisting and perishing.

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Work Gearz

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

The least you can try is punching some holes on the uppers of the boots with nails! That sounds hilarious right? Oh that actually is hilarious and not at all worth given a second thought! Though you can really punch some holes on the boots using a leather puncher, I think that would be very unwise and you could even ruin your boots. Another way is just to let the waterproof coating wear off and the leather be exposed.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Inflation, rising interest rates and a possible global recession continue to top the list of forecasters’ concerns for the coming year.

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West Shore Construction

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Tips For Kitchen Build-Out Additions Do you feel as if your family has outgrown your kitchen? Does it feel cramped or outdated, not having really been touched since you moved in? Sounds like it’s time to start investing in possible kitchen build-out additions for your home! At Westshore Construction, we have more than a few specialties, and this has been one of them for many years.

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Contingency planning is a strategic plan to allocate resources, time, and money if “all hell breaks loose” on a project. It considers risk mitigation and planning for a worst-case scenario.  Contingency planning in construction is necessary. You're expected to throw in a percentage to cover a contingency plan in your estimates but is it enough? There is an art to this type of planning and, if project leaders aren’t careful, a contingency plan could cost the company a lot more than lapsed deadlin

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AEC Business

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The Nemetschek Group brand Solibri has announced the launch of a new cloud-based service offering: Solibri Inside. The SaaS-based solution provides in-design model checking for users of Allplan, Graphisoft Archicad, and Vectorworks, further improving the quality of digital construction. Created as a solution for designers, Solibri Inside works as a native feature that can be […] The post Solibri Inside: A New Cloud-Based Service for Designers appeared first on AEC Business.

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Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

We now have a plethora of possibilities to live simpler, less stressful lives thanks to advanced technology. Another innovation that exemplifies this is the advent of the smartwatch. Today, a … How Can Smartwatches Save Lives? Read More ».

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Continued spending boosts seen, says National Association of State Budget Officers report, thanks to American Rescue Plan Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

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Granger Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Wednesday, November 23, 2022 | The Michigan Technological University H-STEM Engineering and Health Technologies Complex celebrated a milestone this week with placement of the final steel beam during a Topping Out Ceremony. What is a Topping Out Ceremony? In construction, topping out ceremonies celebrate placement of the last beam in a building’s framing.

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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to

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Stok

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

In this installment of Wit and Wisdom for Well-Being, we bring you: patience. Patience is a virtue. This is likely not the first time you’ve seen this phrase. Defined, patience is an ability or willingness to suppress restlessness or annoyance when confronted with delay. Practicing patience and holding it as a virtue is a different story. During the hustle of the holiday season, patience can be a bit elusive.

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Rapport3

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

What is Brutalist Architecture? Among the post-war reconstruction initiatives in the United Kingdom in the 1950s, the architectural style known as brutalist architecture first appeared. Brutalist architecture is characterised by simple, unadorned structures that emphasise the raw construction materials and structural components. Common elements of the design include angular geometric shapes, exposed, unpainted concrete or brick, and a primarily monochromatic colour scheme.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Reauthorizing FAA programs is on the Capitol Hill agenda, but key state race results and billions in voted bond issues also will drive projects.

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Constructlaw

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

New York State Thruway Auth. v. CHA Consulting, Inc. , 165 N.Y.S.3d 832 (Albany Co., Sup. Ct. 2022). This case involved a dispute over a wind turbine project. The root cause of the dispute was a bust between the “wind turbulence” at the site, and the wind turbulence that the turbines installed could withstand. Once the project was completed and commissioned, the overworked turbines prematurely failed.

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In the construction industry, efficient material management and waste reduction are essential for both environmental sustainability and economic success. This detailed eBook provides an in-depth look at methods to cut waste and boost material efficiency. Topics covered include sustainable design principles, utilizing BIM for waste minimization, precise estimating and ordering, and effective storage and handling of materials.

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Stok

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Guest post by Joe Miller , Member of USGBC Delegation to COP27 With COP27 wrapped, here are key announcements and agreements from the conference. ADDRESSING NET ZERO AND DECARBONIZATION Ahead of COP, the UN High-Level Expert Group released their report on Net-Zero Commitments by Non-State Entities which detailed best practices in net zero commitments.

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Rapport3

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

What is Brutalist Architecture? Among the post-war reconstruction initiatives in the United Kingdom in the 1950s, the architectural style known as brutalist architecture first appeared. Brutalist architecture is characterised by simple, unadorned structures that emphasise the raw construction materials and structural components. Common elements of the design include angular geometric shapes, exposed, unpainted concrete or brick, and a primarily monochromatic colour scheme.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

ENR’s 20-city average cost indexes, wages and materials prices. Historical data and details for ENR’s 20 cities can be found at ENR.com/economics.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

What was it like working in Autodesk 25 years ago? How can today’s construction professionals advance their careers? These are just some of the questions that Jim Lynch , Senior Vice President & General Manager for Autodesk Construction Solutions, answers in today’s episode. . We sat down with Jim live at Autodesk University 2022, and we had an exciting discussion about the industry’s transformation over the last few decades.

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In the face of rising customer expectations and evolving industry standards, staying ahead in construction demands innovation. A Next Generation Construction ERP is designed to meet these challenges head-on. By integrating this advanced system into your tech stack, you empower your team with a single source of truth, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.

Learn Civil Engineering

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

In this article, we will discuss about ” types of construction lifts and their uses” With the advancement of the era, people always prefer modern construction projects. For the construction of such projects, you need to work at height. The height of the building varies in the construction of the project. To deal with different […].

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AEC Business

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Augmented and mixed reality software make BIM models and other design data viewable on the construction site, allow reality capture, and enable visual communication with construction management systems. Here are eight videos that demonstrate the current capabilities of AR in construction. Argyle – A site walk with AR The video demonstrates a site walk with […] The post Augmented Reality Use Cases in Construction appeared first on AEC Business.

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ENR Construction

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Users of Autodesk's cloud services lost a day of work on Nov. 17 when an authentication processing problem took all its services offline for several hours. .

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