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Skanska: University of Oregon – Portland Campus Child Behavioral Health Building
Interested subcontractors shall complete Prequalification Information online
Portland remodel permit program sparks dispute
The city's Field Issuance Remodel program faces criticism over exclusivity, with contractors arguing it unfairly disadvantages new and diverse firms.
Need-to-know info about letting go of underperformers | Opinion
Underperformance can drain team productivity, lower morale, and signal to other employees that mediocrity is acceptable. The key for employers is knowing when to act and how to do so without inviting legal trouble.
Building Blocks: Legin Commons
A four-story building with 124 affordable housing units is being constructed on land leased from Portland Community College at its Southeast campus.
Portland approves temporary code suspensions
The Portland City Council on Wednesday approved four code amendments that will temporarily suspend certain rules for projects that alter or add to existing development.
JE Dunn Construction: Project Meadowlark
Project Meadowlark
Skanska: Vancouver Public Works Operations Campus Project
Intent to Utilize Alternative Subcontractor Selection Process
Judge allows Revolution Wind construction to resume
A federal judge ruled work can resume after a Trump administration halt, marking a major win for offshore wind in Rhode Island and Connecticut.
Want to gain some trust? Level up your craft | Opinion
What if we could infuse our work with a sense of curiosity and discovery – no matter where we are on the journey? What if we entered each day as an opportunity to learn something new?
$26 million hospital improvement in Portland building permits | Sept. 22, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for substantial work at the Legacy Emanuel Medical Center campus in North Portland.
Four-story mixed-use project in Portland land use review intakes | Sept. 22, 2025
Early assistance is being sought for a proposal to replace a single-story building on Marquam Hill with a taller one.
Hoffman Construction: West Boise Water Renewal Facility
West Boise Water Renewal Facility
News
- $960,000 office renovation in Portland building permits | Aug. 10, 2026
- Two projects in historic districts in Portland land use review intakes | Aug. 10, 2026
- 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
Commentary
- Beware of when the debt collector comes calling | Opinion
- Assembly of a future workforce begins with an invitation | Opinion
- Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
- Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
- 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 — 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















