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Hoffman Construction Company: Ida B. Wells HS Modernization
Bid Package: #3 Earthwork and Utilities
Colas Hoffman Construction Company: Jefferson HS Modernization
Bid Package: #5 Structural Steel
Beware of overlooking legal requirements for remote workers | Opinion
Regardless of the number of employees who work remotely or on what schedule, employers should be sure that they maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Lake Oswego multifamily building fetches $66 million
Sentinel Real Estate has acquired the 158-unit Willow Apartments. It was designed by GBD Architects and built by Deacon Construction before opening in 2024.
272-unit student housing project progressing near UO in Eugene
Landmark Properties of Athens, Georgia and CrossHarbor Capital Partners of Boston are leading development of a large building on property that formerly held a PeaceHealth hospital.
Teresa Kruse | Bassetti Architects
Bassetti Architects, a design studio of HMC Architects, has hired Teresa Kruse as project architect in Portland.
Justin Brooks | Bassetti Architects
Bassetti Architects, a design studio of HMC Architects, has hired Justin Brooks as principal-in-charge in Portland.
Eugene bar Sam Bond’s Garage to reopen after renovation
Grace Schubert and Ian Hill are renovating the historic building to preserve its role as a beloved live music venue in the Whiteaker neighborhood.
Essex General Construction: OYA MYCF VALLEY COTTAGES ALTERATIONS & RENOVATIONS
Woodburn, OR
Scannell Properties launches speculative project in Hillsboro
Construction is expected to start in late September on the Midwest developer's 126,000-square-foot industrial building near U.S. Route 26. Mackenzie is designing the project, and CBRE will search for a tenant.
Become a critical thinker and transform a workplace | Opinion
Critical thinking helps leaders solve problems more effectively, navigate ambiguity with more confidence, reduce costly mistakes, and make decisions that align with organizational goals instead of short-term emotions or habits.
MEP and electrical improvements in Portland land use review intakes | July 20, 2026
A type 2 procedure (design review) is pending for a project on West Burnside Street involving the reconfiguration of an interior data hall and supporting mechanical and electrical rooms.
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 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
- Adjust to legal changes now to ensure compliance later | Opinion
