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Goodwill looking east, to The Dalles
Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette is planning to build an approximately 22,227-square-foot retail store in The Dalles. It will be the nonprofit retail chain's farthest push east in Oregon 鈥� 75 miles from the nearest branch in Gresham.
Bills face more legislative action
Bills before the Legislature have switched dance partners. The House bills are with the Senate, and the Senate Bills are with the House. A number of construction-related bills are up […]
Live or let die?: The likely fate of 10 bills in Salem
It’s make-or-break this week for several bills at the Oregon Legislature. House bills go to Senate committees next week, and Senate Bills go to House committees. I’ll be tracking the […]
UPDATE: Senate committee (finally) moves CM-GC bill
There’s an old saying in the Legislature when a Senate bill is moved to the House before it is fully cooked: “Let the House fix it.” State Sen. Lee Beyer, […]
It’s sink or swim today for CM-GC bill
Members of the Senate Business and Transportation Committee are going to do something today with a bill to change Oregon’s public contracting system. No. Seriously. They are. No kidding (probably). […]
Does OSHA’s SHARP program really excuse firms from safety inspections?
An electrical contractor in North Bend is the latest company to earn a safety recognition through the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administrations SHARP program. SHARP, or Safety and Health […]
Foundational leadership: Are you prepared to carry the load?
If you are involved in the construction industry, even if you aren鈥檛 an excavation or concrete subcontractor, you understand the importance of a building鈥檚 foundation. Without a strong foundation, the building structure will eventually fail. Your business is no different.
Data center for NetApp unveiled in Hillsboro
Hillsboro unveiled its newest data center today. Mayor Jerry Willey joined Cynthia Stoddard, CEO of the data management company NetApp, to introduce the new facility that will be the hub […]
What happens when the owner doesn’t know?
I have been managing projects for more than 20 years, and one thing that has remained constant over time relates to change management. You better make sure the owner or […]
Newly constructed Concordia University law school open in Boise
The work of two Portland-area firms was dedicated last week in Boise, Idaho. The law school for Portland-based Concordia University opened this fall with 73 students in its inaugural class. […]
First phase of construction: your people
I recently finished two tours as a project manager/superintendant on one of the largest construction projects in the Portland area. The owner and general contractor both went over and above […]
Church of Scientology project out of money?
According to one contractor involved in the Church of Scientology鈥檚 renovation project, construction has stopped due to a lack of funds. Workers on the project were told to stop construction a few weeks ago and have not been told when to come back, the contractor said.
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
