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Strengthening workforce training and retention in the trades | Opinion
Our competitive strength is not just craftsmanship but also how we strategically build and retain talent.
dalke construction co. inc.: Church at The Park – Workforce Development
The project consists of a tenant improvement in the existing catholic Community services annex building.
Livermore Architecture and Engineering unveils new brand identity as Gridwork AE Inc.
Livermore Architecture and Engineering Inc., a Portland-based architecture and structural engineering firm, has changed its company name to Gridwork AE Inc.
Roarke Van Brunt | Robert Evans Company
Robert Evans Company has promoted Roarke Van Brunt to estimator/project manager. He joined the firm in 2017.
Walsh Construction Co: Cornell Housing Renovation
Cornell Transitional Housing Project is a 4-story building that was formally a Double Tree Hotel.
Lease Crutcher Lewis: Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District TI
The scope of work includes but is not limited to the renovation to portions of an existing 158,193 SF building and exterior improvements such as electric vehicle charging stations, wash-plant, underground utilities and repurposed parking lot.
Food hall planned near Oregon Convention Center
Prosper Portland is preparing for an approximately $7.5 million project to transform a vacant building into a 14,000-square-foot food hall, bar and event space served by food carts.
Andersen Construction announces key promotions
As Andersen Construction moves on from its 75th anniversary this past year, it is doing so with several employees in new positions.
Commercial lending surges as credit markets thaw
Real estate loan originations surged in late 2025 as credit markets reopened, boosting liquidity, office lending and investor activity.
Pacific Northwest projects totaling $11.1 million in top bidders | Jan. 16, 2026
The city of Lake Oswego is preparing to award a $3.3 million contract for a pump station replacement project.
Align corporate governance and owner estate planning | Opinion
Failure to align the business structure and succession plan with the owners鈥� estate plans can have adverse effects for construction industry owners and their businesses.
Kirby Nagelhout Construction: Bend Senior High School – 15th Street Fields Improvements
Bend Senior High School 15th Street Field Improvements 鈥� Construction consists of renovating an existing athletic field to accommodate the new varsity baseball field, dugouts, bullpen, concession building, and batting tunnels, as well as access paths, landscaping and irrigation.
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
