Construction Business Training & Plan Center
Training Center Programs
PBDG is committed to the growth and development of Construction related businesses in Oregon. Our center provides technical assistance to Minorities and MBE/DBE firms working in the fields of construction, engineering, and architecture. We also cater to individuals who are seeking to open their own businesses within the construction industry. Our relationship-centric and case management approach is designed to be flexible and responsive to every client’s individual needs.
Services:
- One-on-one Business Advising
- Business readiness, planning, and assessments
- Construction Education
- COBID certification and government contracting support
- Advanced Support in the following areas: Estimating, Bidding, Bonding, Accounting, Operations, and Mentorship
- Networking & Business Development opportunities
- Access to information and plans for both private and public contracting opportunities
Services are available in the following languages: English, Spanish, Arabic & Yoruba.
Our Technical Assistance services are offered through the following cohorts:
BUILD
Alliance
Beacon
Capacity Builders
All PBDG programs are specific to the Construction industry.
BUILD
- Any stage of business
- Annual Time Commitment: 10-30 hours
- Program Length: As long as needed
- Business located in Oregon
- Eligibility factors: Priority to Minority and DBE businesses
- Cost: Free
- Meetings: In person or virtual
Alliance
- Growth stage of business
- Annual Time Commitment: 30+ hours
- Program Length: 9 months
- Business located or working in Portland, Oregon
- Eligibility factors: Priority to Minority and DBE businesses
- Cost: Free
- Meetings: In person or virtual
Beacon
- Any stage of business
- Annual Time Commitment: 30+ hours
- Program Length: As long as needed
- Business located in Oregon
- Eligibility factors: Priority to Minority and DBE businesses
- Cost: Free
- Meetings: In person or virtual
Capacity Builders
- Growth and mature stage of business
- Annual Time Commitment: 10 hours
- Business located in Oregon
- Eligibility factors: Priority to Minority and DBE businesses
- Cost: $0 -$250
- Meetings: Virtual
Questions?
If you have questions about any of our programs, eligibility requirements, or need other assistance, contact us at: counselor@pbdgweb.com.
The PBDG Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization that provides education and training to minority and DBE businesses in the construction industry.