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Howard S. Wright: UO Portland BP-A5.3 鈥� Highland Hall
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Project Name: UO Portland BP-A5.3 鈥� Highland Hall Bids Due: July 27, 2023, 2:00pm Project Location: NE Portland, OR Scope of Work: Interior Gut and Remodel of an […]
Nonresidential construction spending decreases for first time in almost a year
Nonresidential construction spending has fallen for the first time in nearly a year.
An employer’s guide to compassionate communication with employees | Opinion
When preparing to downsize a workforce, it is crucial for leaders to make well-informed decisions while considering the impacts on both departing and remaining employees.
Andersen Construction: Oregon State University Jen-Hsun and Lori Huang Collaborative Innovation Complex
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS Oregon State University Jen-Hsun and Lori Huang Collaborative Innovation Complex NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR 97331 Proposals Due: 7/21/23 at 2:00 PM Trade Package #3 Metal Wall […]
94-unit affordable housing project in Portland building permits | July 3, 2023
A $16.4 million new construction permit is under inspection for Albina One -- a planned seven-story building with 94 affordable units in North Portland.
High school addition in Portland land use review intakes | July 3, 2023
A pre-application conference is being sought for a proposal to add a two-story, 43,000-square-foot building on the David Douglas High School campus, in Southeast Portland.
How transportation agencies plan for large-scale traffic disruptions
Twelve days after a portion of Interstate 95 collapsed in north Philadelphia during a truck fire, officials opened a temporary six-lane roadway to serve motorists while a permanent overpass is rebuilt. This was a major success after the June 11 disaster was predicted to snarl traffic for months.
Slayden Contractors: Bend – Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Primary聽 Clarifier Rehabilitation
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Bend – Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Primary聽 Clarifier Rehabilitation Bend, Oregon BIDS DUE: 7/25/23 at 2:00 PM Slayden Constructors Inc. is requesting subcontractor bids for the following scopes […]
Another funding piece found for infrastructure puzzle
The Interstate Bridge replacement project is on track to receive $1 billion from Oregon and potentially much more via federal grants.
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
