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Sienna Shiga | Hacker
Hacker has promoted Sienna Shiga to associate principal.
Kirsten Heming | Hacker
Hacker has promoted Kirsten Heming to associate.
$15.3 million hospital renovation in Portland building permits | March 18, 2024
An alteration permit is under review for a renovation of Providence Portland Medical Center, on Northeast Glisan Street.
Proposal to reuse light-rail cars in Portland land use review intakes | March 18, 2024
Early assistance is being sought for a project in which MAX light-rail cars and auxiliary structures would serve as community spaces at property in North Portland.
Bremik Construction: Nehalem Bay – Rammed Aggregate Piers
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Nehalem Bay – Rammed Aggregate Piers Wheeler, OR Bid Due Date: March 25, 2024 at 2:00PM The project scope consists of the new construction of a 16,154sf 2-story […]
Contractor to be sought for project to extend Portland streets
The Portland City Council on Wednesday authorized competitive solicitation for construction of street improvements as part of the Broadway Corridor redevelopment project.
Japanese architect awarded 2024 Pritzker Prize
Riken Yamamoto, 78, has spent a five-decade career designing both private and public buildings and prizing a spirit of community in all spaces.
$17 million in top bidders | March 15, 2024
Clackamas County is preparing to award a $1.6 million contract for a road improvement project.
Oregon Legislature tackles ‘escrow account’ rule in short session | Opinion
At any time before final payment for work on large commercial structures or public improvement contracts, a subcontractor may submit a surety bond to the contractor and request release of that portion of retainage that pertains to the subcontractor.
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


















