Recent Articles from Theresa McKinlay
Oregon organizations recognize excellence in concrete work
Several exceptional projects recently were honored during the 46th annual Excellence in Concrete Awards banquet at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel.
$14.1 million in top bidders | Sept. 6, 2024
A weekly compilation of the largest winning bids in the Pacific Northwest, according to the Daily Journal of Commerce Project Center.
$16.3 million in top bidders | March 8, 2024
Lawson Corp. of Carlton has turned in a $7,860,000 bid for the Brookman Trunk Sewer Extension project in Sherwood.
Building industry firm gains new leader
Otak Inc., a Portland-based multidisciplinary firm, has named Raul Aviles Jr. its new chief executive officer.
North Portland Aquatic Center project gets $60M boost
Now, $91.5 million of the $102 million estimated cost is secured for the Portland Parks & Recreation project.
Shared Savings Clauses: Contracting for Cooperation
By Ryan C. Hall, Miller Nash LLP More than two years removed from the first reported case of Covid-19 in the United States, the construction industry continues to cope with […]
Neil Kelly leadership transition in the works
Tom Kelly is preparing to retire as president of design-build remodel and home improvement company Neil Kelly after 43 years with the firm.
APG merges with MIG in Portland
Angelo Planning Group (APG) has joined MIG Inc., deepening and expanding MIG’s planning services in the Pacific Northwest. The combined firm, MIG | APG, will provide a full range of […]
Astoria-Megler, Yaquina Bay bridges bird relocation efforts begin March 2
Periodic closures of the Yaquina Bay (Newport) and Astoria-Megler (Astoria) bridges will begin March 2 as part of an effort to relocate cormorants.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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














