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Soukup now a senior estimator for Pence Construction
CONSTRUCTION Pence Construction has promoted Jeff Soukup to senior estimator. After seven years of fieldwork, he joined the Bend office’s estimating department. Soukup has experience working on health care, multifamily, […]
Andresen now a Pence Construction senior project engineer
CONSTRUCTION Pence Construction has elevated Cole Andresen to senior project engineer. During nearly five years with the firm, he has been responsible for managing change orders with owners and subcontractors, […]
Systems West Engineers’ Iaccarino named associate principal
ENGINEERING Joe Iaccarino is now a Systems West Engineers associate principal. He joined the firm in 2019. Iaccarino works to ensure System West’s team helps sustain the environment and consistently […]
Barks named associate principal by Systems West Engineers
ENGINEERING Systems West Engineers has promoted Brian Barks to associate principal. He joined the firm in 2015. Barks uses his industry knowledge to make an impact beyond project work, serving […]
Bliss recognized as senior associate by Mackenzie
MARKETING Mackenzie has named Ben Bliss a senior associate. As the assistant head of the firm’s marketing department, he works closely with project team leaders and others to create high-quality […]
Mackenzie’s Densmore named senior associate
ADMINISTRATION Robert Densmore has been recognized as a senior associate with Mackenzie. Densmore, a human resources professional for the firm, has 37 years of experience. Please send your 91ÊÓÆµ People […]
A plan to incorporate something old, something new
Portland's Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday approved plans for a project to transform an ex-church into a club and build a hotel nearby.
Two high-rise proposals in Portland land use review intakes | March 13, 2023
Design review is pending for Pearl Block 24, which would include a 20-story tower and a four-story building above a shared, three-story podium.
$25.9M park upgrade in Portland building permits | March 13, 2023
A $25.9 million addition permit is under review for improvements at Mount Scott Park, in Southeast Portland.
Mixed-use building on track to rise in Lake Oswego
Sunset Commons will have commercial office space, eight loft apartments, and a basement dedicated to mechanical equipment and storage.
California housing laws prompt dueling lawsuits
The state is eager to compel Huntington Beach to add homes while the city is determined to preserve its suburban ambience.
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


















