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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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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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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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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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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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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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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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

Photos courtesy James Florio. By Ally James. Renovating and expanding an art museum designed by a well-known Italian architect comes with its share of design challenges. For the Denver Art Museum, an institution of visual art, it was a necessary revitalization effort to better serve the increase in foot traffic, which has now grown to more than 800,000 visitors annually. 1.

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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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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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The specialty contractor space is facing a transformative period, driven by labor shortages, rapid technological advancements, and increasing regulatory requirements. In 2024, contractors must navigate complex challenges like fragmented management systems and delays in payment. This guide offers a deep dive into the key disruptions reshaping the industry over the next 24 months, including digitization, sustainable practices, and modular construction.

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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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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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Contractors Liability Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Are you in searching for the best Houston remodeling companies? If you have done a quick Google search and have been overwhelmed by the list of results, then it’s time to narrow your search. However, finding someone to take on a big project, such as remodeling your home, can be a daunting task. It’s important to do your research and find the right company that has experience in large-scale handling projects and will get the job done within budget, on time, and to your satisfaction.

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Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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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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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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Practical Law Construction

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

Earlier this year I acted as adjudicator in four related adjudications that ran simultaneously, and I thought it would be worthwhile sharing my experience as I think there are some interesting points for parties and their representatives who might be considering using adjudication for multiparty disputes. Before any of you shout “confidentiality!”, to be absolutely clear I am only going to discuss the process, and have changed the facts so that nothing in this blog will reveal details of the fac

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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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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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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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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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Aging construction ERP systems can slow down productivity and put your business at risk. If you’re working with outdated software, you may be missing out on essential features and innovations like AI, AR, and enhanced reporting capabilities. This guide provides you with insights regarding when you need to upgrade and outlines what to look for in a new construction ERP system.

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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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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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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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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Long Wall & Short Wall Method. In the load-bearing structures , long wall and short wall estimation is applied. Those walls which are along the long wall is considered a long wall, and those walls which are perpendicular to the long wall, are termed as short wall. In the calculation, we take long wall length as outer to outer, and for the short wall, it will be inner to inner.

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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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