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Skanska: City of Vancouver 鈥� Public Works Operations Campus
LINKS: Documents will also be posted online at Builder鈥檚 Exchange of Washington BXWA under Posted Projects/General Contractor Project areas/Washington/Skanska/Projects Bidding. Questions that develop during the bid period must be submitted […]
Alaska village swaps diesel for solar and biomass power
Galena, Alaska is cutting diesel use with solar and biomass energy, reducing costs, creating jobs, and boosting grid reliability in extreme cold.
It’s warming up out there: heed heat and smoke rules | Opinion
Keeping up on these obligations can be quite important because noncompliance can result in illnesses and injuries for employees, as well as fines and penalties for employers.
Team breaks ground on $1.75 billion Las Vegas ballpark for A’s
Construction has begun on a new ballpark for the Oakland Athletics. Up to $380 million in public funding will go to the project, which is scheduled to finish in 2028.
Change is not the enemy, but it is an inevitable force | Opinion
We all know change is constant. And yet, when it shows up 鈥� a new system launches or a reorganization is announced 鈥� our gut reaction is often to resist. Why is that?
Bank-to-restaurant conversion in Portland land use review intakes | June 23, 2025
Early assistance is being sought for a proposal to convert a former U.S. Bank branch in North Portland to a McDonald鈥檚 restaurant.
$6 million Standard Plaza project in Portland building permits | June 23, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for Standard Plaza, in downtown Portland. The second level is being redesigned for the landlord.
Flock13
Flock13 brings sustainable student housing and retail to the University of Oregon鈥檚 west entrance, enhancing 13th Avenue's vibrant campus edge.
Embassy Condominiums
A historic renovation at Embassy Condominiums updates plumbing, preserves vintage details, and overcomes lead and wall construction challenges.
Dr. Darrell Millner Building
The Dr. Darrell Millner Building delivers 63 affordable family homes under Portland鈥檚 N/NE Preference Policy, honoring Black community roots.
PCL Construction: Clackamas County Courthouse
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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
