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KPFF hires Colby as engineer
ENGINEERING Lincoln Colby has joined KPFF as an engineer. He has both a bachelor鈥檚 degree and a master鈥檚 degree in civil engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where […]
Gust named associate by Opsis Architecture
ARCHITECTURE Opsis Architecture has promoted Susan Gust to associate. She is devoted to creating sustainable, resilient, and healthy spaces for a diverse range of clients, including those with higher education […]
Opsis Architecture names Ahlet an associate
ARCHITECTURE Julia Ahlet has been promoted to associate at Opsis Architecture. She leverages her deep knowledge of psychology and her passion for the arts, sustainability and biophilia to deliver creative […]
Fashimpar now an Opsis Architecture associate
ARCHITECTURE Opsis Architecture has promoted Amy Fashimpar to associate. She enjoys collaborating with others to create spaces that celebrate and engage community, create spatial identity and welcome a diverse public. […]
Hacker promotes Couch to associate
ARCHITECTURE Caleb Couch, an architectural designer at Hacker, has been promoted to associate. His areas of interest include parametric modeling, multifamily housing design, BIM and carbon analysis tracking for buildings. […]
Brawner now a Hacker associate
ARCHITECTURE Hacker has promoted Calvin Brawner to marketing manager 鈥� associate. He collaborates daily with firm leadership and colleagues to increase capacity to initiate, cultivate, and maintain internal and external […]
Hacker names McDonald an associate
ARCHITECTURE Derrick McDonald, an equitable design strategist at Hacker, has been promoted to associate. He is involved in internal processes and collaborations with the community to realize just and sustainable […]
Vickers joins Prosper Portland in directorial role
GOVERNMENT Proper Portland has named Chabre Vickers its equity, policy and communications director. She will lead the agency鈥檚 ongoing work to center equity in its policies and practices, guide strategic […]
Building Blocks: Tigard senior housing
A four-story building being constructed in downtown Tigard will hold 57 one-bedroom apartments for low-income seniors ages 62 and older.
Activists turning to legal tool to fight development
In California, environmental groups contend that wildfire risks aren鈥檛 being fully considered for some housing projects.
OP-ED: Some key reminders for noncompetition agreements in Oregon
Laws have changed through multiple rounds of legislation, so it is a good time for employers to consider how they address noncompetition agreements.
City OKs bridge replacement plan 鈥� with amendments
The Portland City Council on Wednesday made a small but significant decision regarding the Earthquake Ready Burnside Bridge project.
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
