In an age when image recognition, Big Data analysis and artificial intelligence are coming to define construction, outdated and inefficient contracting and construction management practices won’t cut ...

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has hired a design-build team of JE Dunn Construction Co. and SmithGroup as it tests a new procurement strategy called cooperative construction contracting ...

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Construction companies and contractors can choose among several accrual accounting methods specialized for their industry. They can also use cash accounting. If they choose accrual accounting, they ...

Construction businesses can use special accounting methods to recognize income. By selecting one of these methods, you can figure your taxes based on your progress in completing a construction ...

As a contracting business matures and develops, larger projects and higher bond amounts naturally come into focus. Yet, there may be an unanticipated hurdle. Bumping against the construction bond ...

The construction industry holds a prominent position among government contractors, securing numerous contracts from federal agencies. These contracts are awarded to construction companies responsible ...

Officials approved a new station. You hired your architect. However, what will the project delivery method be? How will the construction be bid? When will the contractor come onboard? Who will hold ...