Construction All-Stars and Newsmakers of the Year 2026 – Daily Journal of Commerce

Ankrom Moisan

91��Ƶ Staff — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:23:18 +0000

Ankrom Moisan is an employee-owned architecture and interior design firm with more than 40 years of experience creating projects that inspire and empower communities. The firm’s ownership structure reflects its commitment to diverse perspectives: 50 percent women and 25 percent BIPOC employees share ownership of the practice.

The firm recently completed several high-impact projects demonstrating its holistic approach to design. Compass Health, a behavioral health and recovery center in Everett, Washington, provides accessible care through a model that removes common barriers to treatment. In Seattle, Sawara offers affordable mixed-use housing with sustainable energy features designed to lower utility costs for residents.

The Burnside Recovery Center in Portland, completed in early 2025, transformed a former hostel into a long-term drug and alcohol recovery facility that prioritizes dignity and voluntary treatment. The firm also completed Schwabe, a hospitality-inspired workplace featuring sustainable materials including FSC-certified wood, Fair Trade-certified furnishings, and salvaged casework from the client’s previous office.

Sustainability is central to the firm’s design approach.

Ankrom Moisan guarantees 3,600 annual volunteering and education hours firmwide. The firm has partnered with Food Lifeline since 2011, raising more than $1.6 million to support food distribution across Western Washington. In 2025, the firm’s fundraiser for Central City Concern collected nearly $18,000 to support CCC’s mission.

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BBT Architects

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:55:54 +0000

BBT Architects, a Bend-based architecture firm celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, serves public and mission-driven clients across Oregon through education, healthcare, commercial and community-based projects.

The firm has completed more than 200 educational projects for more than 25 school districts statewide, providing services including long-range planning, bond program implementation, renovations and additions, secure entry upgrades and new learning environments. Current work includes the Bend Senior High School replacement project, one of Central Oregon’s most significant public education investments, where BBT is leading planning and design efforts balancing educational performance, long-term durability and civic identity.

BBT’s practice extends to healthcare facilities, municipal projects and work with mission-driven organizations, often involving active campuses, occupied facilities and highly engaged public stakeholders requiring careful coordination and phased implementation.

The firm has adopted the AIA 2030 Commitment through the American Institute of Architects, aligning its design practice with measurable reductions in energy use and carbon emissions, and has established a Sustainability Action Plan. BBT has embraced principles of the WELL Building Standard, prioritizing occupant health, comfort and well-being alongside environmental performance.

BBT has been repeatedly recognized as one of Oregon’s 100 Best Companies to Work For and supports future design professionals through an annual scholarship program.

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BRIC Architecture

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:47:58 +0000

BRIC Architecture has established itself as one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading educational design firms, exclusively focusing on K-12 planning and architecture with a team of more than 60 professionals. Since 2017, the Portland-based firm has led more than 100 educational projects across Oregon and Washington, representing more than $1 billion in combined construction value.

The firm recently completed the Career & Technical Education Center at David Douglas High School, a project that achieved a net energy use intensity 86 percent below the 2030 baseline through integrated sustainable design solutions. Under the leadership of Sustainability Director Mark Perepelitza, BRIC incorporates energy modeling, daylight studies and materials research to deliver measurable life-cycle efficiencies on its projects.

As one of Oregon’s largest majority-women owned architecture firms, BRIC maintains a leadership team that is 50 percent people of color, with women comprising 53 percent of total staff and people of color representing over 25 percent. The firm graduated from Oregon’s COBID program in 2022.

In 2025, BRIC earned its Just Label through the International Living Future Institute, recognizing the firm’s commitment to equity, diversity, wellness and social justice practices. The firm serves educational communities throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington, including South Puget Sound, with staff now based in both states.

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MCA Architects

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:44:16 +0000

MCA Architects has provided comprehensive architectural design services for local, national and international projects since its establishment in 1974. Based in downtown Portland, the firm has built its practice on long-term client relationships characterized by trust, communication and flexibility.

The firm employs an efficient, collaborative process to create designs that address the unique requirements and limitations of each project, ranging from small renovations to technically complex new facilities. MCA Architects has developed a reputation for delivering thoughtful design solutions on schedule and within budget.

The firm’s client-focused approach has proven successful, with 95 percent of its projects coming from repeat clients and client referrals. It has architects licensed in 21 states.

The firm’s portfolio demonstrates its ability to adapt its collaborative methodology across varying project scales and complexities. Its clients range from Oregon State University, the Port of Portland and Port of Vancouver USA to the city of Portland, TriMet, adidas and Washington County, according to the company’s website. Projects have included the Evergreen Space Museum in McMinnville, renovation of various Portland fire stations, the Woodlark Hotel, Made in Oregon stores, and a variety of airport projects including Hawaiian Airlines Aircraft Maintenance & Cargo Complex in Honolulu, Hawaii, and the Oakland Maintenance Center at Oakland International Airport in California.

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David Evans and Associates Inc.

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 20:16:35 +0000

David Evans and Associates Inc. approaches a significant milestone in April 2026, marking 50 years of engineering service to clients and communities across the Oregon region.

The firm’s transportation division led high-impact projects in 2025, including the I-5 over SW 26th Avenue Bridge Replacement, which featured a meticulously planned 56-hour roadway closure that minimized traffic disruption while reducing construction costs. The project earned six honors, including the 2025 ACEC Oregon Project of the Year Award and ACEC National Recognition Award.

Additional recognition came for the Stark Street Bridge Emergency Wall Repair Project, which was named the 2025 APWA Oregon Historical Restoration/Preservation Project of the Year. The SW Walker Road Improvements Phase 2 Project was named the 2025 APWA Oregon Transportation Project of the Year.

The company’s water and environment, energy, and land development business units also have been recognized with industry awards for the Fanno Creek Trail Improvements Project, the Mirror Lake Trailhead at Government Camp and Mountain View Champions Park projects, and a solar interconnect design supporting regional grid integration.

DEA is active in the local community, supporting Earth Day with its annual E-Waste Drive, where more than 5,000 pounds of electronics were collected in Portland alone this year. The company also holds Back-To-School Supplies drives and participates in CANstruction, which benefits the Oregon Food Bank.

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Essex General Construction

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:30:39 +0000

Essex General Construction, founded in 1987, has established itself as a leader in sustainable building practices and community-focused development in Oregon. The Eugene-based contractor was the first to receive Re:Think certification for sustainable business practices by BRING Recycling and remains the only contractor to win the city of Eugene’s BOLD Step Award for commitment to the triple bottom line.

The company played a critical role in realizing the Eugene Riverfront Redevelopment, a transformational district more than 15 years in the making. The company successfully delivered the first two vertical projects within this master-planned neighborhood, reconnecting the city’s downtown core to the Willamette River. Essex completed Heartwood in 2024, the inaugural project of the 10-building master plan. The 93,946-square-foot, four-story development delivered 95 residential units. In 2025, Essex completed Portal, a 222,541-square-foot multifamily development featuring 130 residential units across four stories with multiple outdoor community spaces.

Essex is a long-time supporter of FOOD for Lane County. The company has multiple donation drives coming up this year in connection with Topping Out parties for its current construction projects. During these events, Essex hosts food barrels for FFLC and sponsors a match donation: for each subcontractor or supplier that donates directly to FFLC as a part of the event, Essex will match their donation up to $2,500.

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deChase Miksis

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:23:34 +0000

deChase Miksis is a Northwest-focused development firm operating across Oregon, Idaho and Washington with offices in Boise, Idaho, and Eugene. The six-person team specializes in mixed-use, workforce housing and mission-driven projects throughout Bend, Eugene, Spokane, Washington, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, and the Boise metro area.

In 2024, the company completed the sale of The Martha in Boise during a challenging market cycle. The firm also secured multiple competitive RFP wins across the region and was named the YMCA’s preferred developer for the Northwest.

The company has been involved in several Eugene-area projects including Flock 13, the Eugene Family YMCA, The Annex, 1203 Willamette, K14 Campus Flats, and Courtside. The company also developed Strata, a multifamily community, in Bend.

deChase Miksis designs and builds many projects to LEED Gold or Silver standards, with several earning Earth Advantage Multifamily Gold Level recognition. The firm emphasizes energy efficiency, healthy building materials and thoughtful site planning.

The company implemented the Entrepreneurial Operating System business model, strengthening goal-setting, accountability and team culture. It also launched a new investor platform to streamline communication and document access for partners nationwide.

The company participates in community initiatives including donations to nonprofits. Its client guarantee includes stewardship and fiduciary responsibility commitments.

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ACMS Northwest

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:15:00 +0000

ACMS Northwest has established itself as a leader in civil engineering and construction management, currently serving as a team member on several high-profile projects in the Portland metro area. The firm’s portfolio includes the ODOT I-205 Abernethy Bridge project, Hillsboro Hops (Ron Tonkin) Stadium, Portland International Airport Terminal project, and the Secondary Treatment Expansion Program with the city of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services.

The company, founded in 2013, distinguishes itself through its commitment to workforce diversity, with 64 percent of employees representing diverse backgrounds. ACMS Northwest has achieved notable retention rates among women and BIPOC employees, many exceeding two years with the firm. The company provides full coverage of education costs and actively supports employees in pursuing professional development opportunities.

Under the leadership of CEO Laurie Allen and President Monique Allen, the firm earned recognition as one of the best companies to work for in 2025. President Monique Allen mentors BIPOC women through the Women in Environment organization, while the company maintains active involvement with Oregon Tradeswomen, Oregon Association of Minority Entrepreneurs, National Association of Minority Contractors-Oregon, and the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials, reinforcing its dedication to advancing diversity and inclusion throughout the industry. ACMS also is involved with Engineering for Kids and local schools.

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LMC Construction

91��Ƶ Staff — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:10:18 +0000

LMC Construction celebrated its 20th anniversary in 2024, marking two decades of growth from a small team into one of the Pacific Northwest’s leading general contractors. Based in Tualatin, the company has established itself as a consistent top performer in the region.

In 2024, LMC expanded its geographic footprint by opening an office in Vancouver, Washington, reinforcing its commitment to building and revitalizing communities throughout Southwest Washington. The company specializes in affordable housing, multifamily housing, mixed-use, senior living, renovation, and commercial and hospitality projects. LMC’s projects include Hyas Point in Washougal, Washington, The Holman Hotel in Salem, and the Dr. Darrell Millner building, The Nick Fish apartments and Las Adelitas in Portland.

In 2025, LMC reached a significant milestone by becoming 100 percent employee-owned.

LMC operates with early collaboration, transparent communication, and hands-on leadership. LMC’s team actively volunteers in the community, supporting local youth and family programs while partnering with nonprofits.

LMC’s values also come to life through environmental responsibility. From careful choices about materials to considering long-term impacts, the team ensures each project contributes to healthier buildings and communities.

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91��Ƶ honors its Construction All-Stars and Newsmakers

91��Ƶ Staff — Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:59:17 +0000

91��Ƶ Oregon celebrated 36 Construction All-Stars and Newsmakers of the Year on April 9 at The Sentinel in downtown Portland.

More than 125 people were in attendance to honor the award-winners, which celebrated industry leaders in 19 categories.