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Construction Company Employee Vs. Contractor - What You Need To Know

Contractor Bookkeeping

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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A Real Property Owner’s Guide to Improving Construction Productivity

Job Order Contracting

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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Why Your Construction Site Needs a Portable Power Station

Construction Marketing

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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How Industrialized Construction Is Changing the Way We Build   

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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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How Top Construction Firms Reinvent Cost Control

Construction firms that rely on fixed budgets and outdated procurement methods are losing ground fast. This guide reveals how market leaders are managing financial risk by shifting to incremental budgeting, regional sourcing, and real-time cost tracking. Learn how to structure contracts with price protections, streamline procurement workflows with automation, and avoid labor cost increases with smarter workforce planning.

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World Bank OKs $497M to Take Down 1GW S. Africa Coal-fired Plant

ENR Construction

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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Denver Art Museum gets much-needed design revitalization

Construction Specifier

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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Building Connections: Autodesk Construction Solutions ANZ Roadshow Wrap Up

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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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Amtrak Bottleneck on Track for Replacement

ENR Construction

Amtrak is moving forward with the $1.5 billion replacement of the 116-year-old Susquehanna River Rail Bridge. .

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Best Free Home Designing Software, Apps, and Tools [2023]

Learn Civil Engineering

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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The Constructor's Digital Transformation Playbook: Reducing Risk With Technology

Speaker: Dylan Secrest

Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.

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Kitchen Build-Out Additions: Tips and Tricks

West Shore Construction

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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Digital construction in ASEAN: Where are we at?

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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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2023 Economic Forecast: Markets Are Mixed for Year Ahead

ENR Construction

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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How Do You Ventilate Work Boots? (4 Ways)

Work Gearz

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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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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How Can Smartwatches Save Lives?

Civiconcepts

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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MTU H-STEM Topping Out Ceremony

Granger Construction

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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Electric Vehicles Poised To Transform Economy, Says US DOT

ENR Construction

Officials tout bipartisan nature of infrastructure investments at annual transportation conference.

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10 Best Houston Home Remodelers & Contractors

Contractors Liability Blog

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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Every Contractor Needs An Effective Website - Unlock the Key to Increased Leads

Grow Leads & Visibility! Contractors need more than word-of-mouth. A strong website boosts visibility, draws in leads, showcases skills, and enhances your credibility. Learn how a quality site, that is easy to manage, can set you apart from the competition, and help can take your construction business to the next level. Marketpath is a leading provider of high-quality website solutions tailored for contractors and the construction industry.

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Solibri Inside: A New Cloud-Based Service for Designers

AEC Business

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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Patience: Because We All Need to Practice

Stok

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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Viewpoint: Protecting Utah’s Water Through Sustainable A+D

ENR Construction

Utah is experiencing a series of climate-related issues that significantly complicate the future of water in the region.

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The suitability of adjudication for multiparty disputes

Practical Law Construction

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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Explore How Generative AI Is Optimizing Every Construction Stage

Generative AI is already transforming how the construction industry operates. This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times. Get a detailed look at the tools and platforms making it possible, including AI-driven robotics and material optimization.

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Twists and Turbines — A New York Case Highlights an Owner’s Risk When Not Using Full-Wrap EPC Delivery

Constructlaw

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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COP27 Recap: The State of Net Zero and Negotiations

Stok

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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Delayed Tower Takes Shape Over Boston's South Station

ENR Construction

At 680 ft, the $1.

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Digital Builder Ep 35: Embracing Industry Transformation

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

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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8 Different Types of Construction Lifts For Construction

Learn Civil Engineering

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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All About Long Wall & Short Wall | Method of Long Wall & Short Wall | Procedure of Long Wall & Short Wall | Estimation of Long Wall & Short Wall Method

CivilJungle

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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Construction Industry Faces a Split Congress

ENR Construction

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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