The Public Project Hierarchy Explained: How Pegbo Connects Government, Developers, and Contractors

Public construction projects are the backbone of community growth — from affordable housing and schools to roads and civic centers. But behind every finished building is a complex chain of collaboration between government agencies, developers, general contractors, and subcontractors.

Each level plays a critical role. Yet, many projects struggle with inefficient communication, manual compliance tracking, and outdated procurement systems that slow progress and create costly delays.

That’s why Pegbo.com exists — to digitally connect every tier of the public project ecosystem, bringing clarity, accountability, and opportunity to all.

Understanding the Public Project Hierarchy

Think of a public project as a relay race. Each participant — government, developer, general contractor, and subcontractor — carries the baton forward. But if one runner drops it, the whole project slows down.

Here’s how these roles align — and how Pegbo empowers each one.

Government: Setting the Framework for Public Works

Every public project starts with a government agency — the project owner responsible for ensuring taxpayer funds are used efficiently and fairly.

Their goal isn’t just to build; it’s to create jobs, support small businesses, and ensure compliance with local participation goals.

Challenges Governments Face

• Tracking Local Business Enterprise (LBE) participation manually
  
  
• Managing multiple contractors and reports
  
  
• Ensuring transparency in every dollar spent
  
  

How Pegbo Helps

Pegbo’s Local Business Enterprise Program automates participation tracking, making it easy for agencies to:

• Verify certified suppliers and contractors (SB, DBE, DVBE, WBE)
  
  
• Generate real-time compliance reports
  
  
• Monitor small business engagement goals
  
  

Fact: In California, public agencies allocate over $10 billion annually toward infrastructure projects — with at least 25% reserved for certified small and local firms.

Developers: Managing Budgets, Compliance, and Performance

Developers take the government’s vision and make it tangible. They handle the design, oversee spending, and coordinate construction logistics. But their biggest challenge? Compliance reporting and spend transparency.

Typical Developer Pain Points

• Complex subcontractor networks with unclear spend data
  
  
• Manual compliance tracking across multiple funding sources
  
  
• Time-consuming audits and reporting
  
  

How Pegbo Streamlines It

With Pegbo’s Compliance & Spend Tracking, developers get a single dashboard showing:

• Spend per contractor and trade
  
  
• Compliance metrics by certification type
  
  
• Automated audit-ready reports
  
  

Developers using Pegbo improve performance 80% of the time usually spent preparing compliance reports.

Example: Affordable housing developers like EAH Housing rely on accurate spend tracking to meet AB 2873 and HUD requirements — something Pegbo automates seamlessly.

General Contractors: Building the Project and Managing Subcontractors

General contractors (GCs) are the operational core of any construction project. They translate plans into physical results — coordinating dozens of subcontractors while maintaining timelines, safety, and compliance.

The Challenge for GCs

Finding reliable, certified subcontractors that meet project participation goals and compliance requirements can be daunting — especially when sourcing from underrepresented business categories.

How Pegbo Empowers GCs

Through Pegbo’s Subcontractor Procurement Platform, GCs can:

• Search and vet prequalified subcontractors by certification, trade, and location
  
  
• Manage subcontractor diversity goals
  
  
• Track participation in real time
  
  

With Pegbo, GCs like Swinerton or Webcor can instantly match project needs with verified trade partners — saving hours of manual outreach and ensuring compliance from the start.

Subcontractors: The Backbone of Every Project

Subcontractors — the electricians, plumbers, roofers, and landscapers — turn plans into reality. They often represent the small business community that keeps the construction economy moving.

Yet, despite their skills, many struggle to be discovered by GCs or developers, simply because they lack digital visibility.

Pegbo Levels the Playing Field

Pegbo’s Matchmaking and Discovery tools allow subcontractors to:

• Build verified digital profiles highlighting their capabilities and certifications
  
  
• Get matched automatically to active public project opportunities
  
  
• Connect directly with GCs and developers
  
  

Insight: Small subcontractors who complete their Pegbo profiles are 2.5 times more likely to receive project invitations within six months.

Pegbo doesn’t just connect businesses — it helps local economies grow by making sure opportunity flows where it’s needed most.

Pegbo’s Role: Connecting the Entire Ecosystem

Pegbo acts as the digital bridge between all four levels of public project management:

With Pegbo, compliance isn’t just a box to check — it becomes a tool for smarter, faster, and more inclusive construction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What makes Pegbo different from other compliance platforms?
A: Pegbo combines compliance reporting, spend tracking, and supplier matchmaking in one platform — designed specifically for California’s public works ecosystem and its unique AB legislation requirements.

Q2. Can Pegbo help us meet participation goals for programs like LBE or DVBE?
A: Yes. Pegbo automatically tracks participation against your targets, verifies certifications, and creates audit-ready reports, saving agencies and GCs hours of manual work.

Q3. Does Pegbo support affordable housing developers working under AB 2873?
A: Absolutely. Pegbo helps developers comply with AB 2873 by tracking subcontractor utilization, spend, and diversity participation goals — all in one dashboard.

Q4. How can small subcontractors get started?
A: Subcontractors can register for free on Pegbo.com/profile to get discovered, upload certifications, and start receiving project matches tailored to their trade and region.

Building Stronger Communities, Together

Public projects succeed when every contributor — from agency to subcontractor — works in sync. Pegbo transforms the traditional paper-heavy, time-consuming process into a digital ecosystem built on transparency, opportunity, and trust.

Whether you’re managing compliance, sourcing subs, or looking for your next project, Pegbo brings the entire construction community together — helping you build smarter, faster, and fairer.

💬 Get started today: Visit Pegbo.com or call 650-675-5833 to discover how Pegbo can streamline your next public project.