OP-ED: Construction’s next generation making connections at OSU
Across the United States, a reality of our education system is that 50 percent of high school students go to college, but only half of those students earn a degree.
Author: Karla Holland
Construction Jobs Jump 58,000 in February
Construction employment increased by 58,000 jobs in February to the highest level since November 2008 with gains in both residential and nonresidential segments, according to an analysis of new government
2017 TopProjects Finalists Announced by DJC
2017 TopProjects Finalists Announced by DJC The Daily Journal of Commerce has named more than 90 finalists for the 2017 TopProjects awards competition recognizing the most outstanding projects completed last
Construction Jobs At Highest Level Since 2008; Pay Rises
Construction employment increased by 36,000 jobs in January to the highest level since November 2008 as employers increased pay in an effort to address a chronic worker shortage, according to
Winter reminds us that safety must be embraced as a core value
With the colder-than-average winter weather across Oregon in the last month, safety has been a major concern for most of us in the construction industry — both employees and employers.
OP-ED: Contractors give back this holiday season (and year-round)
During the holiday season, we are reminded of the importance of giving back to our communities. The construction industry has a strong tradition of giving back by donating time, skills
Help Send Oregon State CEM Students to Reno
Greetings, Friends of OSU CEM! The Oregon State University Construction Engineering Management Program is currently seeking sponsorships for this year’s Associated Schools of Construction “Reno” Student Competition. Please let Lauren
The Future of Workforce Development Starts Now
The Future of Workforce Development Starts Now By Amy King, Communications Manager for NCCER Regardless of the technological advancements that are developed, the most important part of the construction industry
Jordan Cove Supporters Going Back to FERC
Jordan Cove LNG has finalized its optimized project design and intends to file a new application with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. “While the decision on Friday was disappointing, we
Federal Court Temporarily Halts Overtime Rule
On November 22, a federal judge issued a nationwide injunction against the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) overtime rule, which was scheduled to take effect on December 1, 2016. As