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Eric Talbot | Soderstrom Architects
Eric Talbot has been promoted to associate principal by Soderstrom Architects.
Wayne van Loon | Soderstrom Architects
Wayne van Loon has been promoted to principal by Soderstrom Architects.
Pence Contractors: David Douglas High School CTE Addition
INVITATION TO BID David Douglas School District David Douglas High School CTE Addition – Early Bid Bids Due Date: 2:00 pm PST February 13th, 2024 Invitation To Bid Bids will […]
Bremik Construction: Home Forward Troutdale Housing
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Home Forward Troutdale Housing Troutdale, OR Bid Due Date: February 13, 2024 at 2:00PM  Milestones Dates: • Virtual Outreach Event: January 25, 2024 at 11:00AM • In-Person Outreach […]
Upgrades ahead for Multnomah County library branch
The Fairview-Columbia Library recently closed temporarily to allow construction of bond-funded improvements.
Anthony Cockbain | AKS Engineering & Forestry LLC
Engineering manager AKS Engineering & Forestry LLC has opened an office in Kennewick, Washington, that will be led by Anthony Cockbain, PE, PMP. This is AKS’ seventh location. Cockbain is […]
Construction experts suggest being proactive with ESG policies
As employees, tenants and investors give more consideration to a business’ environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, construction and real estate companies need to be proactive with their strategies and policies, according to industry experts.
Nonprofit announces 2023 award winners
Earth Advantage has announced recipients of its 2023 awards honoring Oregon homebuilders or projects for using less energy, improving air quality, and exceeding building code requirements.
To grow, identify emotions first and then decide how to respond | Opinion
Our ability to sit with the discomfort is the epicenter of raising our awareness. That is where we get to choose how we show up, how we think, and what we do.
From an industrial use to an educational one
Construction crews are scheduled to soon begin transforming a South Portland building into a charter school.
$5.3 million multifamily project in Portland building permits | Jan. 22, 2024
A new construction permit is under inspection for construction of a building with 36 affordable housing units in North Portland.
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
- Expecting a big bang but witnessing only a whimper | Opinion
- 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

















