Recent Articles from Scott Huish
California architecture firm gains Pacific Northwest presence
HMC Architects, a nationally recognized firm specializing in education, health care, and civic design, has acquired Pacific Northwest firm Bassetti Architects.
$33.9 million in top bidders | April 4, 2025
Seattle Public Utilities has awarded a $10.9 million contract for a water tank improvement project.
Respectful construction sites are safer, more profitable, workforce friendly | Opinion
Organizations that ignore workplace culture issues are also at risk of significant and avoidable legal expenses.
Market shift spurs developer’s ‘very necessary pivot’
A Portland-based company has switched the plan for a Central Eastside building from office space to affordable housing.
Another library upgrade advances in Portland
The Woodstock Library, a 7,500-square-foot facility in Southeast Portland, is now receiving bond-funded improvements.
Portland considering prohibition of controversial technology
The Portland City Council got an earful Wednesday regarding its proposal to ban algorithmic rent-setting software.
Unfinished building’s collapse prompts investigation
Construction safety is under scrutiny in Bangkok after an earthquake centered far away crumpled a high-rise.
Innie or outie: no mulligans exist for DEI missteps | Opinion
On March 19, the EEOC and the Department of Justice released two technical assistance documents offering guidance for employers navigating DEI compliance.
Housing solutions sought by Portland officials
The city of Portland will study alternative housing financing and ownership models. The City Council on Wednesday passed a resolution unanimously to direct (via the city administrator) the Housing Bureau to begin the work.
Connie Rolfe | Essex General Construction
Twenty-five years ago, Connie joined the Essex General Construction team. Congrats on this fantastic milestone.
Industrial career fair to take place in Hillsboro
Portland Community College will host its Spring Trades Career Fair on April 23 at the Willow Creek Opportunity Center.
Slayden Constructors: Brooks Hopmere Water System Improvements
Brooks Hopmere Water System Improvements
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 — 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


















