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Options for unsuccessful bidders for government projects | Opinion
In most circumstances, an unsuccessful bidder has little time to determine whether to protest a notice of intent to award and on what grounds.
$8.6 million in top bidders | Dec. 13, 2024
The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (Procurement Services) has awarded a $2.2 million contract for a project in Albany.
GILLIAM COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR
Gilliam County is accepting applications for the full-time position of Community Development/Human Resources Coordinator. Responsibilities include assisting County government, businesses, and non-profit agencies with all aspects of community development projects […]
Back to the drawing board for school replacements
Portland Public Schools is eyeing reductions in scope for three projects with cost estimates exceeding $450 million apiece.
Tech facilities welcomed by some folks, but not all
Amid proliferation of data centers in various areas of the U.S., conflicts with local communities follow.
Unintelligibility canon offers closure to a perfect land use swindle | Opinion
Rarely does a mundane land division case take so many unexpected turns as to read more like a high-suspense drama premiering on Netflix. Yet the O’Dea case is one.
Building industry professionals honor 2024 Phenoms & Icons (PHOTOS)
Check out some photos from the 91ÊÓÆµ's 2024 Phenoms & Icons event.
PHENOM: Kelly Chanopas
As an architect specializing in health care projects, Kelly Chanopas has an opportunity to connect with humanity from birth to death. “I think what drew me into it was the […]
PHENOM: Stacey Flint
Stacey Flint earned an architecture degree, but a woman who owned a commercial roofing company piqued her interest in the construction industry. Flint started an internship at JE Dunn in […]
PHENOM: Michael Hamilton
Michael Hamilton knew that he wanted to provide affordable housing and that owning his own company would give him the control to make a difference for others. At 22, he […]
PHENOM: Lindsi Hammond
Lindsi Hammond joined GRI in August 2015 and co-founded the GRI Pavement Division, spending the next six years tripling it in size to become one of the largest pavement divisions […]
PHENOM: Jay Hedberg
Under Jay Hedberg’s leadership, Consor’s Construction Services’ Oregon team expanded to more than 50 members within five years of its inception. His ability to cultivate strong client relationships, particularly with […]
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

















