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Portland construction market shows signs of stabilization
Developers and contractors are expressing cautious confidence as public sector investments and demand for data centers and life sciences drive renewed momentum.
Diesel price spikes begin to bite building industry in Oregon
Rising diesel prices are causing contractors and subcontractors to increase bids and project costs, with megaprojects like the I-5 Rose Quarter Improvement Project at risk of budget impacts.
AGC’s Oregon-Columbia chapter names Tompkins its next CEO
Josh Tompkins will succeed Mike Salsgiver, who is retiring in January 2027 after nearly two decades leading the chapter. Tompkins has a strong connection to the local construction industry.
AGC’s Oregon-Columbia chapter entering leadership transition
Mike Salsgiver will soon retire as executive director of Associated General Contractors' Oregon-Columbia chapter; his successor, Josh Tompkins, is set to join the trade association in May.
Federal report advances Interstate Bridge megaproject
The final supplemental environmental impact statement has been published for the bridge replacement project between Portland and Vancouver, Washington.
‘Most likely cost’ of bridge project now $14.4 billion
Oregon and Washington state leaders acknowledge that the Interstate Bridge replacement project's cost estimate is up amid rising construction expenses.
Oregon judge nixes Kotek’s order requiring use of PLAs
Marion County Circuit Court Judge Thomas Hart has struck down Gov. Tina Kotek鈥檚 executive order requiring project labor agreements be used for large state infrastructure projects.
Industry-backed research group expands Oregon policy role
The Common Sense Institute is expanding its role in Oregon policy debates, offering data-driven research on the economy, labor and major projects.
Construction outlook for Oregon a mixed bag in AGC survey
Contractors expected the value of infrastructure projects to be higher in the new year, the survey showed. Water and sewer were at 32 percent, followed by transportation at 30% and bridge and highway projects at 30%, according to survey results.
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
