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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.
$2.5 million school upgrades in Portland building permits | July 20, 2026
An alteration permit is under review for work to accommodate HVAC and electrical upgrades at Powell Butte Elementary School in Southeast Portland.
Hoffman Construction: Ida B. Wells HS Modernization
Bid Package: #3 Earthwork and Utilities
Fight over Portland design review process looms
Portland design commissioners are preparing to state their opposition to a proposal for a two-year suspension of mandatory design reviews to help facilitate housing production.
Metro reallocates funds to advance I-5 Rose Quarter work
The Metro Council has amended the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan to reallocate funds following the rescindment of substantial federal grant funding.
Pacific Northwest projects totaling $21.3 million in top bidders | July 17, 2026
The city of Umatilla is preparing to award a $15.2 million contract for construction of a pump station and pipeline.
Fortis Construction Inc.: PSU New Housing Building
Bid Package 5 (BP 5)
Slayden: NSCS 鈥� MC I&I Pipe Bursting & Cedars Guardrail
Scopes of work currently bidding include: Guardrail, Seeding, and Pipe Bursting
Key commercial projects advancing in Salem
The six-story Citizen Apartments project in downtown and the Kuebler Village mixed-use development are among those now under construction.
Managing construction risks with international suppliers | Opinion
While international partners may provide access to unique products, specialized outputs, or favorable pricing, these choices can also create practical and legal challenges that impact construction timelines and may complicate dispute resolution.
Workers renovating Oregon State Capitol’s observation deck
The work, part of the $596 million Capitol Accessibility, Maintenance and Safety (CAMS) project in Salem, involves replacing the terra cotta flooring and stainless steel flashing along the inside wall.
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 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
