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Bridging the designer-contractor divide
"Concept to Completion" columnist Christian Steinbrecher examines the ages-old separation between designers and contractors, and builds a case for why the two sides need to find new ways to work together toward a common goal.
Count the cost before waging the war
When Sun Tzu wrote 鈥淭he Art of War鈥� in the sixth century B.C., he probably wasn鈥檛 thinking about how his advice would apply to employment law litigation in the 21st century, but he might as well have. One of his most famous quotes from that epic military treatise is 鈥淭hose who wish to fight must first count the cost.鈥� A recent example from Washington state shows the value of following th[...]
Don’t forget about what matters most for your business
For a business leader, the quick answer to what matters most might be 鈥減rofit,鈥� for surely the business cannot continue to exist without it. But why else are you in […]
U.S. Supreme Court finds corps could be liable for government-induced flooding
In November, we noted a pending U.S. Supreme Court case, Arkansas Game and Fish Commission v. United States, which involved continual but temporary flooding of the Dave Donaldson Black River […]
Do the software geeks get it?
It鈥檚 clear that the construction industry must increase its efficiency and productivity to provide services that are cost-effective and reflective of our economic needs. To do so, it must use the latest in automation technology.
The end of the world as we know it?
The good news is that the Mayans got it wrong. The bad news may be that you鈥檝e delayed dealing with all of those labor and employment problems in the hopes that the world would have ended by now. Luckily, columnist Rich Meneghello is here to offer an informative and humorous review of what you missed 鈥� and what you need to know.
Judge affirms $6.5M jury verdict against the city of Forest Grove
In fall 2011, a jury awarded David Hill Development $6.5 million against the city of Forest Grove for constitutional violations stemming from its delayed issuance of final approval for a […]
Will paid sick leave make employers sick in 2013?
As if employers didn’t have enough to worry about, there is a strong likelihood that Portland City Council soon will vote on a proposal that would require many or perhaps […]
Hayden Island
The Oregon section of the American Society of Civil Engineers recently held a special meeting that dealt with ports and harbors. At that meeting, the director of the Pacific Northwest […]
Fuel your curiosity, listen with purpose
Have you ever known someone who is passionately curious? They have a thirst for knowledge and a hunger for new experiences that inspire innovative thinking and growth. Infuse your life […]
Arkansas vs. the federal government
On Oct. 3, the United States Supreme Court heard an unusual takings case, one brought by one public entity against another. Arkansas Game and Fish Commission v. United States involves […]
Roadways as a utility
Oregon is behind the times in how it pays for its horizontal infrastructure. The state is poised to fall off a cliff in terms of roadway funding unless a paradigm […]
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
