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Sub-bids sought for work at Portland high school
The beginning of a phased, three-year effort to update Benson Polytechnic High School is now in motion, with Andersen Construction serving as general contractor.
Another opportunity for educational improvements
Builders are keeping busy constructing a replacement for Walnut Grove Elementary School in Vancouver, Washington.
Big renovation following ‘a Frankenstein job’
Structural steel erection for a new gymnasium at Tigard High School is wrapping up as crews approach the end of a two-year, $66 million expansion and renovation project.
Bond-funded Beaverton school project progressing
With eight planned phases of construction, the Five Oaks Middle School expansion is a bigger management and logistics challenge than most.
Modernization on tap for 102-year-old landmark
The Portland Historic Landmarks Commission on Monday weighed in on early plans to update Benson Polytechnic High School.
Upgrades arriving at Tigard High School
Crews are now about halfway through a two-year, $66 million project to expand and remodel Tigard High School.
Building a solid foundation for learning
Crews in Vancouver, Washington, are working to construct a replacement elementary school.
New school ahead in Vancouver, Washington
Design work has been finalized for a new Harry S. Truman Elementary School in Vancouver, Washington.
Builder’s Choice: Lease Crutcher Lewis
From modernizing Roosevelt High School to working on the Oregon Zoo's Elephant Lands, midsize builder Lease Crutcher Lewis is busy with public and private work in the Portland-metro area.
Portland schools prep for summer of construction
This summer will see Portland Public Schools' biggest construction season to date, spurred by the $482 million School Building Improvement Bond passed by voters in 2012.
Cost rising for Roosevelt High
Portland Public Schools' modernization of Roosevelt High School is poised to start soon.
Roosevelt High plan coming together
Portland Public Schools' board recently reviewed new schematic designs for a $71M modernization project.
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
