Tag: business

May 11, 2023

Before agreeing to raise the debt ceiling, which the government needs in order to continue paying its bills, Republicans want an agreement to cut spending. Meanwhile, Democrats want a “clean increase” on the debt limit before addressing a framework for […]

September 6, 2022

The construction industry has an established history of research focusing on project design, planning and execution. While this work has advanced and improved the industry, in recent years the role of the craft professional has emerged as another topic of […]

November 24, 2021

The owner and office manager of an Iowa landscaping contractor that is barred from doing business with the state and federal government have been charged with dodging more than $1 million in federal taxes. Kevin Alexander, president of K&L Construction, […]

October 26, 2021

Construction is typically dirty business for the environment. Building construction and operations combined account for almost 40% of all carbon emissions worldwide, making it the single most polluting sector, according to the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction. Mitigating these […]

October 21, 2021

Architects and Designers: Have you ever asked yourself how to win more work, how to leave behind unprofitable, ineffective marketing methods, how to level up your design firm, and to say yes to more fulfilling work…? If so, sign up […]

June 16, 2021

The proper practice of managing risks is every construction contractor’s road to a successful business. Risks related to the construction industry are vast and varied given the industry’s inherent nature. As such, project success very much rests on how well […]

February 19, 2021

Winning more construction bids isn’t a direct result of simply bidding more projects. Bidding on every project that comes your ways isn’t a smart or sustainable bidding strategy. Successful contractors know where they operate best and identify the right type […]

June 16, 2020

Having a strong relationship with a bank is crucial for businesses even in good times, but the uncertainty of the COVID-19 situation has reinforced the importance of an effective financial institution. Most recently, the Paycheck Protection Program demonstrated the critical […]

April 8, 2020

Specifically, the new guidance clarifies that businesses do not have to qualify as a small business concern (as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act, 15 U.S.C. 632) in order to participate in the program. It states that […]

December 26, 2019

Six months after Terex Peneir SK415 crane collapsed onto a Dallas apartment building, killing one, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has fined the crane’s owner, Bigge Crane and Rigging Co. citing serious violations. The citation does not list the […]

September 30, 2019

Construction is a competitive business. To stay streamlined and profitable, companies must think about a system that will carry them forward — not just for the next six months — but for many years to come. Opportunities to make money […]

September 6, 2019

Some seasoned government contracting firms have spent decades studying ‘best practices’ associated with winning new business. They know exactly what it takes, and because of that, they incur less risk when pursuing projects. These firms also win lots of government […]

October 19, 2018

Whether in the concrete or walls and ceilings trade, most small contractors are on the hunt for their next project. With razor-thin profit margins and competitors popping up overnight, it’s easy for contractors to lose sleep as they struggle to […]

April 3, 2018

President Trump’s fiscal year 2019 budget request seeks deep cuts for many construction accounts and some increases. But if the proposal, released on Feb. 12, gets the same Capitol Hill reception as his 2018 plan did, Congress will go its […]

January 24, 2018

Peter Rooney has become a vice president and national practice lead for energy engineering and construction at design firm VHB. He has experience in energy generation and transmission, transportation and wastewater treatment sectors. He is based in Hauppauge, N.Y. The […]

December 7, 2017

The construction business is a unique niche that can be very profitable if done right. If you have some construction experience or know someone who does, it would be a brilliant idea to start your very own construction company. But […]

May 10, 2017

Is it time to grow your construction business? Are you looking to expand into new markets or territories? Growing your construction business, regardless of whether you’re just starting out or have been in the industry for years, requires careful planning. […]

April 4, 2017

The first step is deciding if you’re going to be a transaction focused company or a company built on forming long-lasting relationships. You must define “Who You Are” The reason why this is important is because if you don’t define […]

March 13, 2017

Whether just starting out or operating for years, there are many legal obligations and issues that confront a small business owner. The Small Business Legal guide from Legal Services Link provides information on the top ten areas business owners need […]