Free Newsletter
Recent Articles from Inka Bajandas
Fortis Construction: Lincoln County School District Newport High School Auditorium
LINKS: https://app.buildingconnected.com/public/5430e7da5cdc2e0300dda7f6 [email protected]
Fortis Construction: Portland Community College Rock Creek 鈥� Building Construction Technologies Building
Fortis Construction Inc. is soliciting competitive sealed proposals for design-build services for a Pre-Engineered Metal Building on the PCC Rock Creek Campus.
Alan Armstrong | MWA Architects
MWA Architects has named Alan Armstrong a principal. He has 25 years of architectural experience, including more than 15 years at the firm.
Washington County multifamily property sells for $18.85 million
An 85-unit apartment complex in Washington County has been purchased by Oakland, California-based Crown Point Real Estate Partners. Approximately 40 percent of the units in the 48-year-old complex were renovated by the seller.
Park development effort in Portland land use review intakes | July 14, 2026
Early assistance is sought for a project to develop a neighborhood park on Northwest 20th Avenue (within the 97209 zip code).
$10.6 million organization expansion in Portland building permits | July 14, 2026
A new construction permit was issued for Southeast Portland. An expansion for Goodwill will include construction of a two-story building.
Michael Purkey | Miller Consulting Engineers
Miller Consulting Engineers has hired Michael Purkey as a structural designer. He recently graduated from PSU with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering.
$4.7 billion Gordie Howe International Bridge finally set to open
The new bridge, between Detroit and Windsor, Ontario, is expected to enhance trade, create jobs, and strengthen economic ties between Michigan and Canada, with joint toll governance and investment agreements supporting its operation.
Ethan Moser | SMG Engineers
SMG Engineers has welcomed Ethan Moser to its ownership team as vice president. He joined SMG in 2018 and has managed teams for large industrial designs.
Slayden: NCCWC WTP Improvements 鈥� EWA2 Electrical
Scopes of work currently bidding include: Electrical Subcontractor
Walsh Construction: Ontario Community Food Center
New 10,000SF, 1-story commercial building on existing property including warehouse space, community food center, and associated site work.
Kiewit’s performance issues persist at Abernethy Bridge
Since the project began in 2022-23, Kiewit Infrastructure West has received negative marks on four consecutive annual evaluations by the Oregon Department of Transportation.
News
- $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
- Lam Research planning $1.7 billion investment in Tualatin
Commentary
- 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
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
