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Biden’s ‘movable’ border wall draws criticism
The Biden administration鈥檚 plan to build new barriers along the U.S.-Mexico border in South Texas calls for a 鈥渕ovable鈥� design that frustrates both environmentalists and advocates of stronger border enforcement.
Don’t let disputed change orders derail your construction project | Opinion
Enter the disputed change order clause. This clause is surprisingly absent from many standard form agreements.
Portland Planning Commission approves code changes proposal
The Portland Planning Commission on Tuesday voted 7-1 to approve a housing production strategy that would temporarily suspend some zoning codes and permanently modify others to better facilitate housing production.
Planning advances for another joint housing development
RootedHomes and Housing Works are working in tandem to deliver 60 affordable apartments and 16 affordable duplexes to a site in Redmond.
West Coast Contractors, Inc.: Construction Estimator
Seeking Construction Estimator West Coast Contractors, Inc. is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Construction Estimator. Project mix will consist of heavy, highway, bridge and marine construction. Primary Responsibilities: […]
Zoning code changes proposal amended ahead of vote
The Portland Planning Commission is scheduled to vote Tuesday afternoon on a proposal to temporarily suspend zoning codes and permanently modify others to facilitate housing production.
More than $6M of airport upgrades in Portland building permits | Nov. 13, 2023
One addition permit was issued and two others are under review for the Portland International Airport main terminal redevelopment project.
Utility expansion proposal in Portland land use review intakes | Nov. 6, 2023
A type 3 procedure (conditional use) is pending for a project in Northeast Portland. Expansion of basic utility use would include construction and landscaping.
Prefabrication, mass timber impacting construction, experts say
Industry experts shed light on the latest advancements in materials and technology during a 91视频 Builder Breakfast event on Thursday.
Seismically deficient facility’s fate in limbo
The city of Portland is continuing to weigh the possibility of renovating Keller Auditorium versus building a new performing arts facility.
News
- Portland’s Centennial Mills on the verge of demolition
- $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
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 鈥� 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
