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Politicians, building professionals converging
Numerous construction-related bills are expected to receive attention during the Oregon Legislature鈥檚 2019 session.
Funding stream sought for workforce training
Senate Bill 82 would direct the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries to establish a new program that would provide supportive services for pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship programs throughout the state.
Photos: Apprentices’ construction skills tested
Apprentice HVAC and sheet metal workers compete at the Associated Builders and Contractors鈥� Craft Championships
Prices of key building materials dip slightly
Though prices of construction materials such as steel, lumber and concrete have been trending upward, that changed recently. But those price drops could be only temporary, industry experts say.
New federal policy has builders concerned
President Donald Trump鈥檚 newly introduced tariffs on steel and aluminum imports have stirred up debate across the country since they were signed into law.
Trade groups unite to improve construction site safety
The Associated Builders and Contractors and the Board of Certified Safety Professionals reached agreement Monday on a planned collaboration to improve occupational safety at construction workplaces across the country.
New federal overtime rule draws criticism from construction industry
While federal officials defended a new rule that will let millions more white-collar workers claim overtime benefits, construction groups quickly disparaged the change as 鈥渦nreasonable鈥� and a job-killer.
Big fight looming over proposed business tax hike
Construction interests and others oppose a coalition's bid to raise taxes on C-corporations operating in Oregon.
New sick leave law has some folks feeling ill
The construction industry and other interests are worried about enforcement of the new paid sick leave law.
Out and About: Crafting the Perfect Competition
The Associated Builders and Contractors‘ Pacific Northwest chapter kicked off a new tradition earlier this month when it held its first Craft Championships. The challenge, which ABC National has conducted […]
Legislature has construction trade groups’ attention
The leaders of local chapters of Associated General Contractors and Associated Builders and Contractors say they expect opinions to vary when it comes to finding solutions during the 2015 Oregon legislative session.
Back to boatbuilding
After nurturing the Northwest College of Construction for nearly a decade, Dan Graham is retiring to work on his sailboat.
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- 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
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
