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Government contracting: an opportunity in a down economy
Although the recession may finally be coming to an end, commercial lenders remain reluctant to provide money for new construction.聽Many surviving contractors are taking jobs for small profit margins, if […]
PPPs: an opportunity to jump-start infrastructure projects in a down economy
Lots of people in the construction industry have been talking about public-private partnerships recently. But many folks aren鈥檛 really sure what a PPP is, don鈥檛 understand the players and their […]
Navigating the waters of insurance policies for condo construction projects
In the aftermath of the housing boom, there has been an increase in construction defect litigation, especially for condominium projects. Those claims frequently involve water intrusion resulting from improper construction […]
One question: Where did all the money go?
鈥淲here did all the money go?鈥� Lately, this question has been on the minds of many building owners who pay general contractors expecting they will use those funds to pay […]
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
