Recent Articles from Scott Huish
Pence Contractors: David Douglas HS CTE
Bids will be received by the Construction Manager/General Contractor, Pence Contractors, by the time and date listed above.
Gerding Builders: Voyager’s Village Housing
Project consists of the construction of a four-story affordable housing building including 41 units, indoor and outdoor common areas.
Fortis Construction: OMD Hillsboro – Bid Package #2 Civil & Fire Protection
Notice is hereby given, this 23 day of January 2025; that Fortis Construction is inviting bids from qualified subcontractors for the OMD Hillsboro project, Bid Package #2 for the Civil and Fire Protection scopes.
Emery & Sons Consruction Group: City of Beaverton – North Transmission Line Intertie
INVITATION FOR BIDS IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Emery & Sons Construction Group, LLC is accepting subcontractor bids for the following scopes of work for the North Transmission Line Intertie Project.
Central Oregon business makes leadership change
Bend-based Compass Commercial Real Estate Services has named Russell Huntamer its company president for 2025 and 2026.
Coworking space opens at Fox Tower in downtown Portland
TMT Development last month opened a 19,290-square-foot space, capitalizing on renewed demand for flexible workspace.
Does my company really need an employee handbook? | Opinion
The work to create a handbook that is relevant, legally compliant, and easy to read is worth the effort when it can save an employer from costly litigation.
Inside and out, trees can play a role in residential design
Architects are bringing nature home by making palms, oaks, pines and others part of their plans.
Dan Cowley | Essex General Construction
Essex General Construction has promoted Dan Cowley to project executive. He will focus on preconstruction, customer management, estimating, and leading project teams on large-scale projects.
Girls invited to attend trades-focused workshops
Hampton Lumber is partnering with Girls Build to expand its summer camp program for girls ages 8-15 by adding weekend workshops this winter for girls and young women ages 14-18.
Powellhurst-Gilbert property changes hands
A 28-unit multifamily complex in Southeast Portland has sold for $3.04 million.
Johnny Moses | Walsh Construction Co.
Johnny Moses joins Walsh Construction Co. as a project engineer in Portland, bringing customer relations experience, a passion for construction, and community impact.
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















