July 2024

A Contractors’ Guide to Tax Credits & Energy Incentives

ccapoccia — Thu, 08 Aug 2024 14:31:00 +0000

A Contractors’ Guide to Tax Credits & Energy Incentives ccapoccia Thu, 08/08/2024 - 09:31

Clean energy projects that comply with prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements are eligible for a 5x enhanced credit. Find out how contractors can seize opportunities and save.

Strategic Tax Planning for Contractors in 2024

ccapoccia — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:59:00 +0000

Strategic Tax Planning for Contractors in 2024 ccapoccia Mon, 07/29/2024 - 07:59

Marcum director Brian Marron outlines tax strategies for contractors.

Why AI Is Your Estimator’s New Personal Assistant

ccapoccia — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 13:11:09 +0000

Why AI Is Your Estimator’s New Personal Assistant ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 08:11

Artificial intelligence (AI) is leading the conversation across the construction industry. As contractors seek new ways to improve efficiency and productivity in estimating, they’re turning to automated processes that eliminate the need for time-consuming, manual work. While machine learning and generative AI offer many solutions to increasing business efficiency, they also come with a level of risk and questions surrounding accuracy.

How Grant Programs Are Driving Local Construction

ccapoccia — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 12:57:58 +0000

How Grant Programs Are Driving Local Construction ccapoccia Thu, 07/25/2024 - 07:57

Mary Scott Nabers uncovers the federal grant programs updating facilities across the U.S. This article explores renovations on Arizona State University, Central Wyoming college and more.

5 Steps to Empower Subcontractors for LEED Success

ccapoccia — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:52:12 +0000

5 Steps to Empower Subcontractors for LEED Success ccapoccia Mon, 07/22/2024 - 08:52

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is evolving its standards, and builders can benefit from adopting them. Discover 5 ways to guide your subcontractors for LEED success.

Quantum Physics & Other Light Construction Thinking

ccapoccia — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:44:09 +0000

Quantum Physics & Other Light Construction Thinking ccapoccia Mon, 07/22/2024 - 05:44

Gregg M. Schoppman relays how quantum theories are similar to common construction issues.

How to Spot & Avoid Unexpected Project Delays

ccapoccia — Thu, 18 Jul 2024 19:01:01 +0000

How to Spot & Avoid Unexpected Project Delays ccapoccia Thu, 07/18/2024 - 14:01

If your employees are spending more time working and getting less done, consider that their valuable time is being lost to this issue, also known as gray work. And it is not relegated to the back office. The rise in mobile devices and apps used on the jobsite has increased. An integrated approach brings data together in a way that makes it easier to manage projects.

Getting the Lead Out: Tackling Changes to the Lead & Copper Rule

ccapoccia — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:15:54 +0000

Getting the Lead Out: Tackling Changes to the Lead & Copper Rule ccapoccia Mon, 07/15/2024 - 07:15

Grappling with aging infrastructure, a chronic skills shortage and a growing population, U.S. water utilities are currently facing a significant challenge. Achieving the necessary transformation with tight budget limits and timelines will require streamlined construction while delivering efficiency savings across entire project life cycles.

6 Ways Renting Can Be More Sustainable Than Owning

ccapoccia — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:07:41 +0000

6 Ways Renting Can Be More Sustainable Than Owning ccapoccia Thu, 07/11/2024 - 14:07

How equipment is powered and whether it's purchased or rented affects the fuel consumed, emissions and natural resources used. Learn six reasons why renting is the more sustainable choice.

What You Stand to Gain From Mentorship Programs

ccapoccia — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 15:54:47 +0000

What You Stand to Gain From Mentorship Programs ccapoccia Thu, 07/11/2024 - 10:54

Mentorship has direct impacts on a career. Your business can benefit from implementing or participating in a mentorship program for your workforce.