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OHSU building proposal wins unanimous approval
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday lauded the design of a $330 million addition to Doernbecher Children’s Hospital.
$15.5 million in top bidders | May 3, 2024
Washington County is preparing to award a $10.8 million contract for a road improvement project.
Active transportation is integral to bridge replacement project | Opinion
Active transportation is a priority of state and local governments on both sides of the Columbia River that are striving to provide accessible, inclusive, and affordable options for people of all abilities and economic situations.
Howard S. Wright: West Powellhurst Elementary School – Electrical Systems Only
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED David Douglas School District – West Powellhurst Elementary School – Electrical Systems Only Bids Due: May 10th, 2024 at 2:00 PM Project Location: 2921 SE 116th Avenue, Portland, […]
Significant development concerns persist in Portland
Industry professionals are unsure whether the city’s reorganization of permitting services will iron out long-standing problems.
Coed softball, compliance and consequences: NLRB’s directive unveiled | Opinion
The April 8 memorandum is a reminder to employers of new rules and developments that could greatly expand penalties and unfair labor practice charges for noncompliant handbooks that otherwise seem fine.
Peyton James | Pacific Community Design
Peyton James has been promoted to associate planner in Pacific Community Design’s Planning department.
Ben Holmes | Pacific Community Design
Pacific Community Design has welcomed back Ben Holmes as a senior landscape architect.
Growing wildfire risks challenging property insurers
Increasing development amid climate change has increased risks of wildfires and other natural disasters damaging communities. Insurance providers, state regulators and researchers are grappling with how to keep the insurance companies in business while keeping residents and their properties insured.
Maureen Jackson | Pacific Community Design
Maureen Jackson has been promoted to associate project manager at Pacific Community Design.
Sean Freeman | Pacific Community Design
Pacific Community Design celebrates Sean Freeman and his recent promotion to senior survey crew chief.
Jesus Mendoza-Martinez | Pacific Community Design
Jesus Mendoza-Martinez has joined Pacific Community Design as an operations specialist.
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


















