for contractors / suppliers / owners / managers: a necessary evil in order to build a project.  we are considered part of the bureaucratic process that adds zero value and hinders schedule and productivity.  i would say they we are considered just slightly on the negative side of indifferent. for lawyers: we are invaluable to these people.  they love mr. glabe as he brings the credibility and expertise necessary for them to win a case.  their view of us is very positive