• Survival Strategies for Small Subcontractors in a Big-Project World

    Survival Strategies for Small Subcontractors in a Big-Project World0

    By Patrick Hogan, handle.com Small subcontractors face a unique challenge in large commercial construction projects—big opportunities come with big risks. Long payment cycles, retainage withholding, and contract terms designed to protect general contractors and developers can make cash flow unpredictable. Without a solid strategy for managing payments, small businesses can quickly find themselves struggling to

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  • Big Ideas for Small Business Success in Certified Payroll

    Big Ideas for Small Business Success in Certified Payroll0

    By Jack Biltis, eBacon Navigating certified payroll can feel overwhelming for small construction businesses, especially when pursuing government-funded projects. However, with the right strategies and tools, subcontractors and specialty trade contractors can simplify compliance while unlocking the benefits of lucrative government contracts. This article explores the essentials of certified payroll, common challenges faced by small businesses, and actionable strategies

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  • Building the Construction Industry for the Future

    Building the Construction Industry for the Future0

    Anthony Perera, Exuma Capital Partners The construction industry stands at a crossroads where traditional practices meet new technology practices. From remote video inspections to project management platforms streamlining processes, these innovations are changing how contractors operate. These advancements address longstanding challenges such as regulatory compliance, project efficiency, and adapting to evolving market demands. Contractors who

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  • Navigating the Construction Landscape: A Comprehensive 2025 Outlook

    Navigating the Construction Landscape: A Comprehensive 2025 Outlook0

    By Dan Doyon, Maxim Consulting Group As someone deeply engaged with the construction industry, I have witnessed firsthand how this sector continuously evolves, adapting to the relentless flow of technological, regulatory, and economic changes. Looking forward to 2025, subcontractors will find themselves navigating a landscape not only in the midst of economic recovery but also

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  • Bridging Generational Gaps with Business Etiquette

    Bridging Generational Gaps with Business Etiquette0

    By Grace Uwizeye-Allen, Graceful Etiquette In today’s workforce, diversity goes beyond demographics like culture, gender, or education—it also spans generations. With Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z often working side by side, the modern workplace is a vibrant mix of perspectives, experiences, and expectations. This generational variety presents unique challenges, but it also

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  • Project Claims – How to Avoid Pitfalls That Could Sink Your Project

    Project Claims – How to Avoid Pitfalls That Could Sink Your Project0

    By Michael Metz-Topodas, Saul Ewing LLP Few construction projects go as planned because of the many inherent potential problems any project has: defective work, unforeseen site conditions, design errors, and unpaid performance, to name a few. Each such setback has monetary consequences for either the contractor, who ends up doing more work, or the owner,READ MORE

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