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Construction employment outpacing other fields in Oregon
Construction employment continues to edge up slightly in Oregon, even as employment as a whole in the state stays in a holding pattern.
Bad news for bridges and roads, jobs report finds
The construction industry took another existential hit today when an analysis of the latest national Bureau of Labor Statistics jobs report by the Associated General Contractors of America showed that the industry lost yet more workers 鈥� 9,000 between May and June.
Construction employment nudges up in April
Construction unemployment is down to 17.8 percent through the month of April, a 2.2 percent decrease from a month previous.
Construction employment increases in 138 out of 337 metro areas
Recent construction employment numbers show a continuation of a five-year slump for the industry. Employment decreased in 153 of 337 metropolitan areas between March 2010 and March 2011, increased in 138 and stayed level in 46, according to an analysis of federal data by the Associated General Contractors of America. AGC officials warn that the numbers could worsen as public projects dwindle.
Construction employment improves in March
According to data released today by the U.S. Department of Labor, construction employment continued its slow rate of improvement through the month of March.
Bend weakest area in Oregon construction industry
The construction industry is suffering everywhere in Oregon, but especially in Bend, according to a new report from the Associated General Contractors of America.
Winter weather caused ripples in construction employment
Northeastern snow storms have caused ripples in construction employment numbers nationwide, including in Oregon.
National construction employment numbers remain grim
Construction employment across the nation hit a 14-year low this winter, dipping to 5.455 million - down 29 percent from the peak in 2006 said Ken Simonson, chief economist for the Associated General Contractors.
Mixed reports for December construction starts
While 2010 was a rough year overall for the construction industry, conflicting year-end statistics make it unclear whether the year ended on a high or a low note.
Oregon gains 100 construction jobs in December
Oregon saw a small increase of 100 construction jobs in the month of December, which is good news considering that 36 states across the country lost jobs in the same period
Construction jobs drop as stimulus funds dry up
Nationally construction employment shed 16,000 jobs in December and the industry-wide unemployment rate grew to 20.7 percent. Across the United States, 5.6 million people work in the industry, a 27 percent decline since the peak in August 2006 of 7.7 million people.
Builders cross fingers for 2011
Many local construction companies reluctantly agree that 2011 looks like another flat year for Oregon's construction industry. A lot of smaller firms have already folded, and more will probably follow this year.
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
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- 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
