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Constructing with intention in the Native American community | Opinion
To have the most impact, affordable housing projects should be developed in a manner that enhances community-based engagement and that shares economic benefits, cultural empowerment, and community support.
Southwest Portland office complex changes hands
A two-story, 29,000-square-foot office building has sold for slightly more than $5.7 million.
Swinerton Builders: Hillsboro Police Headquarters Early Civil Work Package Design-Build Soil Improvement Package
The project consists of a 2-story, 70,500-sf mass timber building with related site work for the City of Hillsboro.
Swinerton Builders: Hillsboro Police Headquarters Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)
The project consists of a 2-story, 70,500-sf mass timber building with related site work for the City of Hillsboro.
JE Dunn Construction: Cityfleet Maintenance Facility
Electrical Equipment and Gear Procurement
Brockamp & Jaeger, Inc.: Metro Central Transfer Station 鈥� Safe Roof Access Phase 3
BID PACKAGE #02 鈥� ALL REMAINING SCOPES OF WORK
Brockamp & Jaeger, Inc.: Metro Central Transfer Station 鈥� Safe Roof Access Phase 3
BID PACKAGE #01 鈥揝TRUCTURAL STEEL & CATWALKS
Historic building’s copper roof restoration begins
Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange is receiving some TLC after a fire destroyed its copper roof and spire. Full restoration is set for completion by 2029.
Why the federal ‘big bill’ demands strategic communication | Opinion
Now is the time for organizations to align on positioning at all levels, from leadership to interns, and proactively communicate this positioning with messaging that is consistent, straightforward and transparent.
$19.1 million airport project in Portland building permits | July 14, 2025
An alteration permit was issued for a project to improve circulation and capacity in the Portland International Airport's baggage claim area.
Apartment building improvements in Portland land use review intakes | July 14, 2025
Early assistance is being sought for a proposal to renovate a five-story, 80-unit apartment building and perform site improvements at the Southeast Portland property.
Construction workers escape partial collapse of LA tunnel
All 31 workers escaped the one-entrance tunnel under the Wilmington neighborhood, in Los Angeles. Officials will investigate what caused the structural failure during the $700 million project.
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
