Research & Development in the Construction industry
R&D in construction occurs organically when problem solving techniques are implemented to resolve day-to-day obstacles. R&D can take place during different phases of a project, including initiation, design conceptualization, development of techniques and launch, making construction companies ideal candidates for the Research & Development (R&D) Tax Credit.
Examples of R&D activity in Construction
- Custom decommissioning solutions for the nuclear industry
- Development of construction solutions or processes that reduce construction time on site
- Development of new materials or techniques to meet the requirements of the construction project
- Appreciable enhancements to an existing piling solution so that it can be applied to a unique and demanding geology
- Appreciable enhancements to the BIM environment to improve capabilities and work flow
- Use of new materials or process for a project never before attempted due to technological risks
- Development of innovative means and methods for construction
- Designing and implementing alternative structural or MEP systems