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Contractor backlog reaches nine months
Contractor backlog rose to 9.1 months in may, driven by nationwide data center investments, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors.
Group files suit to block PLA executive order (UPDATED)
Trade associations and construction contractors allege Gov. Tina Kotek exceeded her authority by requiring project labor agreements be used for most state projects.
Construction economists cautiously optimistic for 2024
As the end of 2023 edges closer, experts shared their views on the state of the construction industry going forward.
Nonresidential construction spending decreases for first time in almost a year
Nonresidential construction spending has fallen for the first time in nearly a year.
Construction economists find some materials costs, input prices dropping
Fuel, lumber, steel and trucking costs were聽on the decline while materials like copper, aluminum and concrete rose聽last month in the latest Associated General Contractors of America analysis.
ABC among groups appealing decision allowing federal vaccine mandate to take effect
The Associated Builders and Contractors is among various groups appealing a federal judge鈥檚 decision late last week to reinstate a nationwide COVID-19 vaccine mandate for employers with 100 or more employees.
Tradespeople put their skills to the test
HVAC, sheet metal and sprinkler fitter champions were crowned during Associated Builders and Contractors' annual Craft Championships last week.
OSHA requires federal contractors, subs to be fully vaccinated by Dec. 8
Federal officials are requiring contractors and subcontractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Dec. 8 under a mandate President Joe Biden issued in early September.
Construction spending plummets in devastating downturn
Although construction companies have generally continued working throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, new figures show they are not immune to the economic fallout.
Construction trade group analyzes economic data
Despite declining investment in nonresidential projects, the U.S. economy as a whole is continuing to grow, according to a recent report from Associated Builders and Contractors.
Trade group holds skills competition, career fair
Associated Builders and Contractors鈥� Pacific Northwest chapter recently hosted its annual Craft Championships at its headquarters in Northeast Portland.
Building professionals place in competition
Three employees of members of Associated Builders and Contractors鈥� Pacific Northwest chapter earned medals at the 32nd annual National Craft Championships.
News
- Multnomah County commits up to $101.6M for Moda Center
- Portland code changes to take effect in November
- Los Colibris project approved for Portland’s OMSI District
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $9.9 million in top bidders | Aug. 7, 2026
- Oregon opens infrastructure grant program
- Ex-TV host claps back at Detroit officials in blight case
- 31-unit multifamily project in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 3, 2026
- $2.4 million office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 3, 2026
- Transportation commission weighs ODOT budget cuts
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
- A rally with many engines: the lesson of 2026’s first half | Opinion
- Oregon housing challenges persist despite sound and fury | Opinion
- When does an employee’s bullying become harassment? | Opinion
- Ditch disorganization 鈥� the cost of deferred decisions | Opinion
- Consider 10 common risks for healthcare construction projects | Opinion
- Clarifying the reach of a law regarding prevailing wage | Opinion
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
