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Fortis Construction: University of Oregon – Heritage Renovation Projects
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED University of Oregon – Heritage Renovation Projects Upcoming Bid Bids Due: August 10, 2023 at 2:00pm PST RFP #3 – Early Bid Packages (Demolition, Cast-in-place Concrete, Structural and […]
Net-zero high-rise proposed for downtown Portland site
A project team and the Portland Bureau of Development Services are set to discuss the possibility of adding a 30-story building with approximately 700 affordable housing units.
Evans joins Gensler’s Portland office as project director
ARCHITECTURE Gensler’s Portland office has hired Tim Evans as project director for the region’s higher education practice area. He has more than 40 years of experience, including 34 dedicated to […]
Luke named LRS Architects’ marketing manager
ARCHITECTURE LRS Architects has hired Mark Luke as its new marketing manager. He will focus on client proposals, pitches, and internal and external communication. Luke most recently served as business development […]
David Evans and Associates hires Meunier as practice leader
ENGINEERING Brian Meunier has joined David Evans and Associates and its water and environment team as the water resources practice leader. He is based in the firm’s Portland office. Meunier, […]
Budden takes role with nonprofit in Portland
NONPROFIT Americares, a health-focused relief and development organization, has hired Provash Budden as deputy senior vice president of emergency programs. He is based in Portland. Budden oversees Americares readiness, response […]
McInroe returns to Perlo Construction as VP
CONSTRUCTION Perlo Construction has hired Chris McInroe as vice president to assist the company’s strategic plan for market expansion. He will join the executive leadership team, which reports to longtime […]
Summer convention’s Q&A to feature ‘Dirty Jobs’ host
Mike Rowe will take the stage for a moderated Q&A during the AGC Oregon-Columbia chapter’s summer convention at Sunriver Resort next week.
Housing costs still overwhelming for many Americans
A multifamily construction boom in the U.S. may provide relief for some renters – but not all.
How a new Oregon law affects an existing one that covers sick time | Opinion
While SB 999 was largely intended to align the Oregon Family Leave Act and Paid Leave Oregon, the bill also impacted Oregon’s sick time law.
$8 million clinic project in Portland building permits | July 31, 2023
An $8 million alteration permit is under inspection for creation of health care space in Southeast Portland.
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 — 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


















