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Newberg-Dundee Bypass contracts up for grabs
The first of two $50 million to $60 million contracts for the Newberg-Dundee Bypass project will open to bidding on June 5, an Oregon Department of Transportation official said this week.
OP-ED: Who has authority over that traffic signal?
Large retail developments demand signalized access because it provides full turning movements into and out of the site. Land use approvals often require construction of signalized intersections for such […]
Election results produce money for years of construction
Construction leaders celebrated Tuesday's election results, including passage of Beaverton School District's $680 million capital improvement bond measure and others around the state.
Incorporating homeland security simulation
A Northeast Portland big-box space is being renovated into a new Concordia University campus.
City staffers, builders consider notices for demolition
The Portland Bureau of Development Services is working with builders on development of a process wherein they would be encouraged to notify neighbors of upcoming demolition.
Salem contractor preparing to open office in Bend
Salem-based White Oak Construction is planning to open a Bend office because of increasing opportunities in the area.
Skanska promotes Blake Devine
CONSTRUCTION Skanska USA recently promoted Blake Devine to vice president-operations in its regional office for Oregon and Southwest Washington. He has served Skanska for 16 years, working with large technology […]
Skanska promotes Tim Johnson
CONSTRUCTION Skanska USA recently promoted Tim Johnson to vice president-account manager in its regional office for Oregon and Southwest Washington. He is responsible for tackling the technology and manufacturing sector. […]
Fortis Construction named CM-GC for Bend campus project
Portland-based Fortis Construction Inc. has landed a $13.4 million contract to provide construction manager-general contractor services for the new OSU-Cascades campus in Bend.
Modular construction has hurdles
The cost to launch factory-level modular construction operations is inhibiting growth, industry professionals say.
New federal transportation bill lacks funding
Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif., chairwoman of the Environment and Public Works Committee, is proposing reauthorization of the existing federal highway program for six years at the current level plus inflation from fiscal 2015 through fiscal 2020.
Obama seeking to streamline permitting for federal projects
President Obama has launched an initiative that includes several steps designed to improve permitting and coordination among federal agencies for transportation projects.
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
