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Precision Construction: Loyal Legion TI_PDX TCore
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Loyal Legion TI_PDX TCore Portland, OR Bids Due: November 1st, 2:00 pm Bid Package: #3 Metal Fabrications/Casework/Finishes/Specialties/FFE Bid Documents: https://securecc.smartinsight.co/#/PublicBidProject/727848 Issue Date: October 13, 2023 Project Location: Portland […]
Construction experts discuss surge in alternative project delivery
At Thursday's virtual Builder Breakfast panel hosted by the Daily Journal of Commerce, experts discussed various alternative delivery, procurement and finance methods and their applications in both the public and private sectors.
Construction-related business expands into Portland
Temporary Wall Systems, a full-service temporary containment wall provider in the United States, is opening a new location.
Virding now BKF Engineers’ regional business development manager
ENGINEERING BKF Engineers has hired Kaitlin Virding as its regional business development manager. She has 13 years of experience and a passion for business development. A Portland native, Virding cares […]
Fetzer named David Evans and Associates CFO and vice president
ENGINEERING David Evans and Associates has appointed Aaron Fetzer chief financial officer and vice president. Fetzer has more than 25 years of experience as a finance and accounting professional. He […]
Choi joins Miller Nash LLP as partner
LAW Miller Nash LLP has added Ed Choi as a partner and employment team member in its Portland office. He has successfully led clients of various sizes and in various […]
Cable Huston adds Harlan as associate attorney
LAW Jon Harlan has joined the law office of Cable Huston as an associate attorney in its litigation department. Harlan previously clerked at the Oregon Court of Appeals and later the […]
Washington County taps Ledezma as assistant county administrator
GOVERNMENT Dani Ledezma has been named assistant county administrator/strategic planning officer for Washington County. Her portfolio will include Land Use and Transportation, Cooperative Library Services, Economic Development, and Westside Commons […]
Tokyo benefiting from billions of investment dollars
Massive private developments are contributing to revitalization of an Asian metropolis eager to compete globally.
AI opening doors for women in construction
In a traditionally male-dominated sector, where women make up less than 10 percent of the workforce, the construction industry is experiencing a transformative shift, signaling changes to come.
No charges in 2019 building collapse, grand jury rules
A grand jury in Louisiana has decided against indicting anyone in the deadly collapse four years ago of a Hard Rock Hotel that was under construction in New Orleans.
Portland’s BDS director preparing to retire
After spending almost three decades serving the city of Portland, Bureau of Development Services Director Rebecca Esau has announced that she will retire on Dec. 18.
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


















