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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 […]
Critical infrastructure upgrade effort advances
The Burnside Bridge replacement project is approaching the final design phase, which is expected to last more than two years.
New state legislation lets the chips fall where the governor says | Opinion
The Legislature last month conferred to the governor the unilateral power to relocate the UGB in the hopes of making Oregon more attractive to the technology sector.
UPDATED Watch the shake: mass-timber building to be tested
A 10-story building made of cross-laminated timber is set to be tested this morning at the University of California, San Diego, on one of the world’s largest earthquake simulators.
Zidell Yards activity pending in Portland land use review intakes | May 8, 2023
Plans call for subdividing the approximately 31-acre Zidell Yards property in South Portland.
$3.5 million hotel remodel in Portland building permits | May 8, 2023
An alteration permit is under review for a project to upgrade the Clarion Hotel Portland International Airport near Northeast Airport Way.
VIDEO: Another project approaching completion in busy area
Hundreds of workers are contributing to construction of a 24-story tower in Portland’s South Waterfront District.
DSL Builders: Reedsport Charter School Seismic Upgrades – Roofing Bid Package
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Reedsport Charter School Seismic Upgrades – Roofing Bid Package Bids Requested: May 15, 2023 at 2 PM Subcontractor Bids for: Roof replacement You can contact JJ Macedo ([email protected]) […]
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

















