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Multnomah County expands coverage of Portland incentive program
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners on Thursday approved an amendment that expands the reach of the city of Portland鈥檚 Multiple-Unit Limited Tax Exemption program by offering additional tax exemptions to developers.
Artificial intelligence attracting design firms’ interest
While professionals are finding ways to apply the nascent technology, the creative process is not one of them.
$7.6 million in top bidders | Feb. 23, 2024
Douglas County Public Works is preparing to award a $2.3 million contract for bridge work.
Report: Construction costs in Portland nearly flat in 2023
The overall outlook for nonresidential construction is cautiously optimistic, according to a Mortenson report.
A project to build community in Northeast Portland
Transit-oriented development, including affordable housing, is progressing in the city's Hollywood neighborhood.
How employers can prepare for possible workplace violence | Opinion
There are countless ways employers can better prepare to handle workplace violence. Here are a few things that employers can do now.
Construction business experts anticipate stability this year
At a Builder Breakfast event hosted by the Daily Journal of Commerce, experts in construction, real estate, development, and the economy provided a forecast for the year ahead.
OSU’s Yu earns New Faces of Civil Engineering recognition
The American Society of Civil Engineers has announced the 2024 New Faces of Civil Engineering in the Collegiate category. New Faces include Brianna Yu, a third-year student at Oregon State University.
Slayden Contractors: TVWD – 189th Ave Pumpstation & Pipeline
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED TVWD – 189th Ave Pumpstation & Pipeline Beaverton, Oregon BIDS DUE: Thursday 3/19/2024 at 2:00 P.M. Requesting bids for the following scopes: Aggregate, Concrete, Doors & Hardware, Hatches, […]
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
