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Mixed-use development in Portland land use review intakes | Feb. 23, 2026
A type 1 procedure is pending for a project in Southwest Portland. Plans call for construction of a four-story building.
Team presents updated plans for Portland school project
The Portland Design Commission on Thursday advised the team preparing for the $349.1 million replacement of Ida B. Wells-Barnett High School.
Pacific Northwest projects totaling $38.5 million in top bidders | Feb. 20, 2026
Washington County is preparing to award a $32.2 million contract for an intersection improvement project.
SunWest Builders: Central Oregon Community College
Bid Pack 01: Pre-engineered Metal Bldg Package (only)
Pence Contractors: Redmond High School Modernization
The following scopes of work are out to bid: Structural Steel (Supply/Install), Roofing, Casework/Countertops, Overhead Doors, Storefronts, and Lockers.
Swinerton Builders: Hillsboro Police Headquarters
The project consists of a 2-story, 72,431-sf mass timber building with related site work for the City of Hillsboro.
Bull Run construction delays, $450M cost increase expected
An extensive land use process has slowed construction of the city of Portland's water filtration plant project that is now expected to cost $2.56 billion.
Portland City Council postpones vote on $20.7 million allocation
Councilors voted 8-4 to delay a vote on the allocation of $20.7 million in unspent Rental Services Office funds for housing programs.
Nishant Vadlamudi | Essex General Construction
Essex General Construction has promoted Nishant Vadlamudi to senior project manager.
Diverse team sought for PPS’ $1.83 billion bond program
Minority-owned contractor participation and community engagement are to be emphasized in Portland Public Schools' $1.83 billion bond program for new construction and renovations.
Starting work before a contract is signed: risks, realities, strategies | Opinion
Consider these common approaches, associated pitfalls, and practical strategies for managing the desire to move forward with project construction before the contracts are complete.
Rob Means | Andersen Construction
Andersen Construction has promoted Rob Means to regional estimating manager in the Portland region. He has 22 years of industry experience.
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
