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Reconstruction could impact run-up to Olympic Games in LA
In Los Angeles, the run-up to the 2028 Summer Olympics and Paralympics, in addition to World Cup matches in 2026 and a Super Bowl in ’27, will coincide with massive rebuilding of housing and infrastructure.
Jennifer Lundy | Pence Contractors
Pence is delighted to share Jennifer’s promotion to project executive. Over nearly 30 years, she’s served in various operational positions.
John Williamson | Pence Contractors
Pence is proud to announce John’s promotion to vice president. The past four years, he’s led Pence’s Central Oregon team and expanded its portfolio with meaningful projects.
Kirby Nagelhout: TVF&R #35
UPDATED: Oregon officials in the dark about federal funding freeze
Confusion spread in Oregon this week as state officials and others who rely on federal funding sought to learn how the Trump administration’s sweeping funding freeze affects them.
$6.5 million college building upgrade in Portland building permits | Jan. 27, 2025
A $3.7 million alteration permit and a $2.7 million alteration permit are under review for improvements at Reed College's Physical Plant Building.
School campus expansion in Portland land use review intakes | Jan. 27, 2025
A type 3 procedure (conditional use) is pending for improvements at the French International School of Oregon campus, in Northwest Portland.
Wildish: Carmen Reservoir Recreation Project
LINKS: Bidders shall comply with all BOLI and CCB requirements, as outlined in www.oregon.gov/BOLI and http://www.oregon.gov/ccb/Pages/index.aspx. The bid documents may be obtained electronically by contacting the CM/GC Coordinator Jesse Bluhm […]
Outlier Construction Co.: Ashland HS Science Building Seismic Improvements
Ashland High School Science Building Seismic Improvements
Outlier Construction Co.: Curry General Hospital – Gold Beach
Southern Expansion for Curry General Hospital - Gold Beach
Housing bill aims to build upon ‘missing middle’ efforts
Gov. Tina Kotek is pushing new legislation to facilitate housing production and it's now being refined in ongoing discussions.
One renewable energy may pick up steam in years ahead
While Trump has pivoted back to policies favoring oil and gas, some stakeholders are bullish on the prospects for geothermal.
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















