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May 4, 2026Mental Health is becoming part of construction safety culture
Mental health is increasingly integrated into construction safety culture, with Portland hosting a regional summit to promote awareness and prevention.
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Mar 9, 2026Oregon Tradeswomen’s Career Fair
Oregon Tradeswomen鈥檚 Career Fair shifts to Portland Expo Center in 2025, expanding access to skilled trades careers for Oregon and Washington residents.
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Feb 25, 2026Child Care Subsidies for Construction Workers
PORTLAND, Ore. 鈥� The Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) believes that balancing work and family shouldn’t mean choosing between a paycheck and child care. In partnership with Business Oregon, […]
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Feb 13, 2026Pacific Northwest electrical market set for change in 2026
As the electrical industry enters 2026, contractors and stakeholders across Oregon and Washington are navigating a market defined by fluctuating鈥�
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Nov 7, 2025Electrification in Oregon and Washington Sparks Mixed Reactions
The Pacific Northwest accelerates electrification across transportation, buildings and industries, driving energy demand and grid modernization.
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Aug 18, 2025Wired for Efficiency: How the Pacific Northwest is Rethinking the Way It Builds
Energy efficiency is transforming Pacific Northwest commercial construction with renewable integration, electrification and advanced energy systems.
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May 7, 2025Electrical Solutions Drive Energy Efficiency in Data Centers & Warehouses
Data centers and warehouses surge in the Pacific Northwest, driving jobs and growth with energy-efficient systems led by electrical professionals.
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Mar 1, 2025How Electrical Infrastructure Impacts Commercial Property Value
By: Courtney Hron Director of Business Development & Communications Commercial property value is pivotal in shaping the real estate market, influencing everything from investment strategies to property taxes and financing […]
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Feb 13, 2024Join the SMPS Pacific Region for Two Amazing Nights of Networking!
The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is hosting its annual Pacific Regional Conference in Portland at the Regency Hyatt Wednesday March 13th through Friday March 15th. The Conference will […]
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Dec 18, 2018Pence Construction discusses current challenges, future outlook of affordable housing market
Voters in the Portland metro area recently approved a $652.8 million general obligation bond to create affordable housing for approximately 12,000 people. While it most likely will take at least […]
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- 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
