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RS&H hires Parker to lead Oregon infrastructure practice
ENGINEERING Jeff Parker has joined RS&H, a national engineering, architecture and consulting firm. He will be responsible for building and managing RS&H’s Oregon infrastructure practice, including transportation and aviation markets. Parker […]
O’Brien Design+Build adds Winningham as director
CONSTRUCTION Michelle Winningham has joined O’Brien Design+Build as director of marketing. She has substantial expertise working for firms and consulting with them to provide services in the built environment. Winningham […]
Martinsen named O’Brien Design+Build safety director
CONSTRUCTION O’Brien Design+Build has hired Rian Martinsen as director of safety. She leads the consistent practice of O’Brien safety and wellness culture. Since 2005, Martinsen has been involved in safety […]
Building Blocks: South Ridge Apartments
Slightly east of the Interstate 5 exit for the Clark County Fairgrounds, a 238-unit apartment complex is on the rise in Ridgefield, Washington.
What distinguishes a winning proposal? Three evaluators weigh in | Opinion
To learn more about what selection committees look for, I interviewed three people who have played an active role in proposal short-listing for many years.
Affordable housing on the way in Northeast Portland
Construction has begun on the first of two buildings that will form one apartment complex in the Montavilla neighborhood.
Stauffer now a Holst Architecture senior associate
ARCHITECTURE Holst Architecture has promoted Nici Stauffer to senior associate. She joined the firm in 2017. Stauffer, a registered architect, is currently working on a renovation to suit Street Roots […]
Watkins named associate by Holst Architecture
ARCHITECTURE Holst Architecture has promoted Jake Watkins to associate. Since joining the firm in 2016, he has worked on housing projects ranging from single-family residences to large-scale multifamily developments. Watkins […]
Holst Architecture promotes Vaz to senior associate
ARCHITECTURE Sarah Vaz is now a Holst Architecture senior associate. Vaz, a registered architect, joined the firm in 2015. She has worked on several large projects, including the new Fora […]
Holst Architecture elevates Nutz to associate
ARCHITECTURE Jessie Nutz has been named an associate by Holst Architecture. She joined the firm in 2017 and organizes monthly volunteer opportunities for staff. Currently, Nutz is working on The […]
Carlson joins Chambers Construction
CONSTRUCTION Eugene-based Chambers Construction has hired Shane Carlson as superintendent. While working in construction for many years on projects large and small, he has gained a broad range of field […]
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


















