WEBINAR - Tax Savings for Subcontractors under the OBBBA: From R&D Tax Credits to 179D, and More

Maximizing tax savings is a critical challenge for contractors and subcontractors operating under the OBBBA. Overlooked opportunities such as R&D tax credits and the 179D energy-efficient commercial building deduction can have a substantial impact on profitability and competitiveness. Many construction professionals, including design-build MEP contractors and specialty trades, may not realize how much of their daily work qualifies for these incentives. 

This session will demystify the IRS’s broad definition of “research” and clarify how activities like custom design, process improvement, and material testing can qualify for R&D credits. We’ll also break down the essentials of 179D, showing how energy-efficient building projects can unlock additional tax benefits. 

After this webinar, you will be able to: 

•Identify which construction activities may qualify for R&D tax credits and 179D deductions. 

•Understand the financial impact of leveraging these tax incentives on your projects and business performance. 

•Communicate the value of these opportunities to internal and external stakeholders. 

•Outline practical steps to document and claim R&D and 179D benefits within your organization.

Presented By: Wesley Veigle, CPA — Director, Boyer & Ritter

Wes Veigle is a Director at Boyer & Ritter and a key member of the firm’s Construction and Real Estate practice group. He supervises and conducts audits for construction companies and closely held businesses, oversees day‑to‑day engagement operations, and develops effective work plans to deliver clear outcomes. Wes also advises clients on tax‑saving strategies and compliance—bringing practical, field‑tested insights that help contractors improve financial performance and capture available incentives.