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Portland permitting consolidation coming soon
Starting in July, multiple Portland bureaus鈥� permitting functions will be combined into a single entity within the Bureau of Development Services.
So, you’re hiring a summer intern … what about payment? | Opinion
While it is possible to have an unpaid intern, there are legal requirements that should be considered before hiring.
$13.3 million in top bidders | March 22, 2024
Washington County is preparing to award a $6.9 million contract for an intersection improvement project.
Walsh Construction: Hollywood HUB
SUB BIDS/SUPPLIER QUOTES REQUESTED Hollywood HUB 4160 NE Halsey St. Portland, OR 97232 Bids Due: April 10th @ 2:00 PM Hollywood HUB is a 12 story Multi-Family Apartment Building of […]
Portland-based firm absorbed by one with national presence
Apex Companies LLC, a nationwide environmental consultant headquartered in Rockville, Maryland, has acquired PBS Engineering and Environmental Inc.
Vancouver-based contractor fined in wake of teen worker’s injury
A state agency has penalized a construction company for child labor law violations after an investigation stemming from a major injury suffered by a 16-year-old worker.
Real estate trend could be boon for downtowns
While some U.S. cities are seeing office buildings transformed into residential ones, Portland is not yet one of them.
Kirby Nagelhout: Bend Senior High School Modernization
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Bend Senior High School Modernization 鈥� Early Work Package Bids Due: Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 @ 2:00 PM Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting: Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 @ 1:00 PM […]
Firm investing in CLT manufacturing in Oregon
Timberlab, a Swinerton subsidiary, plans to construct and operate a 250,000-square-foot facility in the mid-Willamette Valley.
Pence Contractors: Redmond Public Safety Facility 鈥� Final Bid Package #5
INVITATION TO BID Redmond Public Safety Facility 鈥� Final Bid Package #5 2983 NW Canal Blvd, Redmond, OR Tuesday, 2PM PST April 9th, 2024 Questions Due: 5PM PST March 27th, […]
News
- Portland’s Centennial Mills on the verge of demolition
- $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
Commentary
- Expecting a big bang but witnessing only a whimper | Opinion
- 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
