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Alliant Systems: TMS and THS HVAC Upgrades
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Request for Electrical Bid – TMS and THS HVAC Upgrades Bid Deadline: Nov 15, 2022Â @ 2:00pm (PT) including all required documents to Zai at [email protected] Alliant Systems, […]
Library expansions move forward in Multnomah County
Portland's Central Library will reopen to the public on Nov. 1 after undergoing upgrades to make a better building for patrons and readying for future projects. Holgate and Midland libraries are also preparing for rebuilding and expansion.
A roundup of top bidders for Oct. 28, 2022
A weekly compilation of the largest winning bids in the Pacific Northwest, according to the Daily Journal of Commerce Project Center.
Bend’s The Quad at Skyline Ridge wins COAR award
The Central Oregon Association of Realtors has awarded Next Development Group and the Compass Commercial Real Estate team the Outstanding Community Re-Purpose/Enhancement Project award for redeveloping the former Bend Bulletin building into The Quad at Skyline Ridge.
New aquatic center for North Portland in early stages
A new indoor aquatic center for North Portland is in the process. Portland Parks & Recreation is spearheading the project, which includes a focused outreach on underserved communities. The multi-phase project, currently in Phase II, is expected to take five to seven years to complete.
Nine Portland high-rises in the pipeline
An interactive map of nine high-rises in Portland's development pipeline
University of Portland breaks ground on $40M project
Construction is soon to start on the University of Portland’s new $40 million Shiley-Marcos Center for Design & Innovation. The university held a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday.
91ÊÓÆµ honors its 2022 Women of Vision
The Daily Journal of Commerce on Wednesday honored its 2022 Women of Vision Award winners.
OP-ED: How employers in Oregon can prepare for pay transparency compliance
As shown by legislation recently enacted in California and Washington, pay transparency is proving to be a focal point for employer compliance efforts in 2022 and beyond.
Building Blocks: AFC Urgent Care Medical Facility
Crews in August finished a $995,000 project to convert a former restaurant in Hillsboro into a medical facility.
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














