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Rep. Jules Bailey uses a whiteboard to explain Portland schools construction bond
A group supporting the November schools construction bond measure has released a video featuring state Rep. Jules Bailey, D-Portland, explaining why schools are a good investment. He uses a very appropriate prop - a whiteboard - to make his point.
Big pour begins for east tower of the Portland-Milwaukie light rail bridge
Construction of Portland's newest bridge continues, now with a massive pour of concrete that will make up the base of the bridge's east tower. Crews with Kiewit Infrastructure West Co. begin the pour today for the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail Bridge.
Researchers developing self-healing concrete
A group of researchers at Northumbria University in England are working on a goo that could help ailing concrete buildings 鈥渟elf heal.鈥�
Why don’t lenders see the value of ADUs?
The city sees it. Builders see it. The market sees it. But so far Portland lenders can’t – or won’t. Accessory dwelling units (aka ADUs, backyard cottages, or granny flats) […]
Video: Our Lady of the Lake school demolished
Crews with LOI Environmental and Demolition Services demolish the Our Lady of the Lake school building in downtown Lake Oswego.
Beaverton can handle more sewage after project completion
Residents of one Beaverton neighborhood can sleep more soundly tonight knowing that the city's sewer system now has the capacity to accommodate them.
Portland-Milwaukie light rail’s ‘Tacoma Structure’
If your commute takes you along Southeast McLoughlin Boulevard, you’ve probably noticed the giant crane just past the Tacoma Street overpass. I was wondering if it had anything to do […]
How long should contractors be responsible for projects?
In Oregon, contractors are only responsible for project defaults for 10 years (six if it鈥檚 a 鈥渟ubstantial鈥� commercial project) under what is called a 鈥渟tatute of repose.鈥�
Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail project construction passes 1-year mark
This week, the Portland-Milwaukie Light Rail project reached something of a milestone as it began its second year of construction.
The value of hands-on experience with design-build
Nathan Clark Corser, Design Principal with IDC Architects (a CH2M Hill company) led an architectural design studio for the University of Oregon, Portland Program with Karl Burkheimer of the Oregon College of Arts and Crafts. This effort brought together students from both institutions along with the participation of Anderson Anderson Architecture of San Francisco for their first design/build proje[...]
Skipping commissioning can put your project out of commission
The construction business presents myriad circumstances that can either bedevil or delight an owner. A scenario that falls into this category is the contractor鈥檚 turnover of a project to the owner. Whether a facility is industrial or commercial, there are inevitably items that require expertise and training to be transferred to the owner through a prudent commissioning process.
Close encounters of the tsunami kind
In an effort look at the subject from a glass-half-full perspective, it appears the devastating tsunami in Japan will at least be funding a bit of construction work here in Oregon.
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
