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Vancouver apartment complex changes hands
A 15-unit multifamily building constructed in Vancouver, Washington, last year has sold for $4.75 million.
Scott Larsen | PACE Engineers
PACE Engineers has added Scott Larsen as its new structural engineering manager. He has more than 35 years of experience.
3 men killed while working on project in Idaho
Federal investigators are examining the site following the collapse of an airplane hangar under construction.
Dave Bakke | Chambers Construction Co.
Chambers Construction's Dave Bakke, its CEO/president, has joined the AGC Oregon-Columbia chapter’s Board of Directors.
Multiple housing upgrade projects in Portland land use review intakes | Feb. 5, 2024
Design review is pending for two separate projects to renovate the Peter Paulson Apartments and Gretchen Kafoury Commons in Southwest Portland.
$25.9M community center addition in Portland building permits | Feb. 5, 2024
A permit is under inspection for a seismic retrofit and construction of an addition at the Mt. Scott Community Center in Southeast Portland.
Proposed code updates to go before Portland Planning Commission
A package of draft zoning code updates that aim to help people understand and follow Portland’s zoning code is now available for public review and comment.
Cross-laminated timber, glulam, laminated veneer, and more
While mass timber continues to attract interest for buildings, project teams have several different types to consider.
$24.7 million in top bidders | Feb. 2, 2024
The Local Highway Technical Assistance Council in Idaho is preparing to award a $7.3 million contract for bridge work.
Pence Contractors: Redmond Public Safety – Early Bid Package #4
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Redmond Public Safety – Early Bid Package #4 2983 NW Canal Blvd, Redmond, OR Bids Due Date: 2PM PST February 15, 2024 Bids will be received by the […]
Pence Contractors: Redmond Public Safety – Early Bid Package #3
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Redmond Public Safety – Early Bid Package #3 2983 NW Canal Blvd, Redmond, OR Bids Due Date: 2PM PST February 8, 2024 Bids will be received by the […]
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

















