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Perlo adds Kimberly Wood
CONSTRUCTION Perlo Construction recently added Kimberly Wood as director of corporate risk management. She is responsible for contract administration and human resources. She has more than 16 years of experience […]
Perlo adds Kathleen Buono
CONSTRUCTION Perlo Construction recently added Kathleen Buono as a project manager in its special projects group. She has 16 years of experience as a commercial real estate appraiser, including construction […]
$13.5 million Madras High School project wrapping up
Skanska USA Building has nearly completed construction of a 600-seat performing arts center and athletic facility at Madras High School.
Bowling for adaptive reuse in Hollywood
Crews are overcoming multiple challenges to convert a former bowling alley into a retail space.
Fire doesn’t damage engineering firm’s office
A two-alarm fire that started late Wednesday atop the 103-year-old Yeon Building burned a rooftop deck, but was put out quickly before inflicting more damage.
Edlen poised to join Portland Development Commission’s board
Mark Edlen, CEO of Gerding Edlen Development, has accepted the nomination to join the Portland Development Commission's board. It is subject to approval by Portland City Council.
OP-ED: Need new equipment? Buyer beware of successor liability
When purchasing real estate, buyers are always concerned with minimizing potential liability for environmental issues. When clients approach me with a prospective business acquisition, most prefer to structure it as […]
Building a treasure atop trash
A project to create a Buddhist retreat on top of an old landfill came with environmental challenges.
Salem landscaping company receives national honor
Salem-based DeSantis Landscapes has garnered a national award for its workplace safety efforts and near-perfect safety record.
Mortenson hires Trent Rehfeldt
CONSTRUCTION Mortenson Construction recently hired Trent Rehfeldt to lead project development activities in its Portland office. He has more than 12 years of experience in the construction industry, and has […]
Finalists named for potential $35 million project
Two firms remain in the hunt to serve as construction manager-general contractor for the $35 million Beaverton public safety center project, which is subject to voters鈥� approval on the Nov. 4 ballot.
Multnomah County courthouse planning continues
A report issued by the National Center for State Courts will set a baseline for programming in the new Multnomah County central courthouse expected to serve state and county residents for at least 80 years.
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
