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Awai joins Bora Architecture & Interiors as associate
ARCHITECTURE Bora Architecture & Interiors has hired Tom Awai as an associate and director of business development. During more than 30 years in the building industry, he has focused mostly […]
Kravitz receives promotion from NW Natural
ENERGY NW Natural has named Zach Kravitz vice president of rates and regulatory affairs. It is the third promotion for him since his arrival in 2014. Kravitz began at NW […]
Chambers Construction hires Walter
CONSTRUCTION Rick Walter has joined Eugene-based Chambers Construction as superintendent. He has more than 15 years of industry experience, including work on large and medium-size jobs in both the residential […]
McConochie joins Chambers Construction
CONSTRUCTION Eugene-based Chambers Construction has hired Richard McConochie as project engineer. He amassed 15 years of architectural experience before making a move into the construction industry. McConochie鈥檚 diverse professional background […]
Huck now a planner with 3J Consulting
ENGINEERING 3J Consulting has hired Sam Huck as a planner. He recently received a master鈥檚 degree in urban and regional planning from Portland State University. Huck completed an internship with […]
Oregon’s wildfire risk map becomes a tinderbox
After encountering substantial backlash from property owners, the state has retracted the initial product and vowed to refine it.
OP-ED: New federal rule opens door of opportunity for small contractors
These new regulations are an important advancement for small businesses.
A roundup of top bidders for Aug. 12, 2022
The Washington State Department of Transportation has awarded a $6.9 million contract for a paving project.
Construction trade group appoints new president
Professional Business Development Group's new president is Dr. J.W. Matt Hennessee. He joins CEO Kenechi Onyeagusi as the association鈥檚 leadership.
Swinerton Builders: Holgate Library Bid Package B 鈥� All Remaining Scopes
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Holgate Library Bid Package B 鈥� All Remaining Scopes Portland, OR BIDS DUE: September 7th, 2022 at 5:00PM Swinerton Builders is requesting subcontractor bids for The Holgate Library […]
Swinerton Builders: Midland Library Bid Package A 鈥揈lectrical
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Midland Library Bid Package A 鈥揈lectrical Portland, OR BIDS DUE: September 2nd at 5:00PM Swinerton Builders is requesting subcontractor bids for The Midland Library Project, 32000 SF renovation […]
News
- $431 million infrastructure project proposed in Eugene
- 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
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
