Recent Articles from Scott Huish
The NLRB updates its standards for unionizing a workplace | Opinion
Union elections were recently shaken up by the National Labor Relations Board in a precedential decision that radically shifted the framework for in favor of employee representation.
Innovation center opens at University of Portland
The four-story, 43,800-square-foot Shiley-Marcos Center for Design & Innovation is now open at the university’s main campus in North Portland.
Ken Kubacki | Sundt Construction
Ken Kubacki has been promoted to vice president and Northwest regional manager of Sundt’s Transportation Group.
Caitlin Poliak | Soderstrom Architects
Caitlin Poliak has been promoted to associate by Soderstrom Architects.
Eric Talbot | Soderstrom Architects
Eric Talbot has been promoted to associate principal by Soderstrom Architects.
Wayne van Loon | Soderstrom Architects
Wayne van Loon has been promoted to principal by Soderstrom Architects.
Pence Contractors: David Douglas High School CTE Addition
INVITATION TO BID David Douglas School District David Douglas High School CTE Addition – Early Bid Bids Due Date: 2:00 pm PST February 13th, 2024 Invitation To Bid Bids will […]
Bremik Construction: Home Forward Troutdale Housing
SUB-BIDS REQUESTED Home Forward Troutdale Housing Troutdale, OR Bid Due Date: February 13, 2024 at 2:00PM  Milestones Dates: • Virtual Outreach Event: January 25, 2024 at 11:00AM • In-Person Outreach […]
Upgrades ahead for Multnomah County library branch
The Fairview-Columbia Library recently closed temporarily to allow construction of bond-funded improvements.
Anthony Cockbain | AKS Engineering & Forestry LLC
Engineering manager AKS Engineering & Forestry LLC has opened an office in Kennewick, Washington, that will be led by Anthony Cockbain, PE, PMP. This is AKS’ seventh location. Cockbain is […]
Construction experts suggest being proactive with ESG policies
As employees, tenants and investors give more consideration to a business’ environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, construction and real estate companies need to be proactive with their strategies and policies, according to industry experts.
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 — 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

















