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Industry professionals: Safety rules in Washington present challenges
Relief following Gov. Jay Inslee鈥檚 announcement that 鈥渓ow risk鈥� construction can resume in Washington has quickly given way to questions and concerns.
OP-ED: Recommendations for building safely during the pandemic
Working safely in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic will require the industry to adopt best practices and develop creative solutions to keep projects on track and on time.
Construction projects can resume in Washington, with distancing
Thousands of constructions workers could soon be back on sites across the state to finish existing projects after Washington Gov. Jay Inslee on Friday announced a plan that allows those jobs to resume as long as strict coronavirus social distancing protocols are in place.
OP-ED: Four considerations for employers when the lockdown ends
State and federal restrictions are sure to be in place when employers begin to open their doors, but officials can begin the 鈥渞e-onboarding鈥� process now.
Minnesota firm helping develop mobile virus testing centers
A manager at PCL Construction's Minneapolis office is part of a national team that鈥檚 rolling out mobile testing facilities able to screen employees and customers for COVID-19.
3 takeaways from the small-business loan program
Small businesses have, like much of the U.S. economy, been walloped by the coronavirus. In response, Congress created the Paycheck Protection Program to infuse small businesses 鈥� which typically have less access to quick cash and credit 鈥� with hundreds of billions of dollars in emergency loans so they can keep workers employed.
Multifamily property owners reassess their positions
After modest nonpayment by tenants in April, landlords in the Portland-metro area are bracing for a potentially tough month.
OP-ED: From upside down to right side up? Reinventing how business is done
Now more than ever, demonstrating how we care is fundamental to building a resilient workplace culture.
A different world, a different perspective
With building occupants鈥� health more important than ever, design industry professionals have ideas about potential changes.
Noble purpose found for firm’s 3-D printer
During the COVID-19 pandemic, manufacturers are using 3-D printers to produce different kinds of personal protective equipment. Now the architecture community is joining the effort.
OP-ED: COVID-19 impacts on the Portland real estate market
A speedy and sustained recovery will require the cooperation, creativity and flexibility of landlords, tenants, lenders, and state and local governmental agencies.
Pandemic takes toll on residential real estate market
Pending home sales fell in the Portland-metro area in March as the coronavirus pandemic took hold, according to data from real estate listing service RMLS.
News
- 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
- Pacific Northwest projects totaling $10.6 million in top bidders | July 31, 2026
- Many Oregon counties struggling to maintain their fairgrounds
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
