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2014 Newsmakers: Craig Kelly
As renovation of Washington High School continues, the Southeast Portland historic landmark is sharing plenty of surprises. “Always in historic renovations there are surprises,” said Craig Kelly, president of […]
2014 Newsmakers: Jordan Ramis PC
Jordan Ramis was founded in 1963 as Myatt & Bolliger by a couple of lawyers searching for clients from a small office. While its name, location and leaders have […]
2014 Newsmakers: JE Dunn Construction Co.
The last several months have given JE Dunn Construction Co. much cause for celebration, including the success of its paperless system on the South Waterfront’s Collaborative Life Sciences Building […]
2014 Newsmakers: Brad Avakian
Oregon Labor Commissioner Brad Avakian has seen firsthand how the state’s industries suffer from a lack of young people trained to work in the building trades. While the average […]
2014 Newsmakers: Vic and Wally Remmers
It started with a few infill projects in Portland’s close-in neighborhoods. Vic Remmers, Everett’s president, was working for Arbor Custom Homes 鈥� a company co-created by his father, Wally 鈥� […]
2014 Newsmakers: DAY CPM Services
Protecting public and private money is a passion for DAY CPM Services. The Beaverton-based firm, which is serving as owner’s representative for several projects throughout Oregon and Washington, uses […]
2014 Newsmakers: THA Architecture
THA Architecture principals are contented generalists. Although THA is known for public projects such as educational buildings, libraries and museums, it also has designed mixed-use apartment buildings, houses, resorts […]
OP-ED: A brighter reason for optimism
The Pacific Northwest chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors recently held its annual Construction Industry Summit at the Oregon Convention Center. Contractors and industry professionals of various sizes […]
OP-ED: Las Vegas, the flu and the Family Medical Leave Act
With spring break right around the corner and flu season in full swing, a look into protected leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is in order. Why? […]
OP-ED: Teach emerging leaders to be strategic thinkers
When people assess a talent pool to identify future leaders, there is a must-have skill set. It often includes strong interpersonal skills, respect of clients and peers, and a […]
Green Globes challenging LEED for market share
Peck Smiley Ettlin Architects could have pursued a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design rating for a dental clinic project at the Roseburg Veterans Affairs Medical Center. But it […]
New networking series for architects under way
An American Institute of Architects Portland committee has initiated a monthly networking series for architecture students and new architects that will be hosted by Portland firms. Yost Grube Hall Architecture […]
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
