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Large contractors share opportunities for COBID-certified firms
Project managers for Andersen Construction, Hoffman Construction, Mortenson Construction, Skanska and the Oregon Department of Transportation presented project overviews recently.
Contractors and others tackle racism, discrimination
More than 400 people recently attended a Zoom meeting led by both Nate McCoy of NAMC Oregon and Mike Salsgiver of AGC's Oregon-Columbia chapter.
With coronavirus vaccine approved, questions arise
As businesses plan for the coming year, news of immunizations raises a host of questions. For instance, should employers require workers to receive vaccinations?
Massive project still moving ahead smoothly
The team is approaching the end of major construction on a new Washington Park reservoir expected to begin service next year.
Building Blocks: Knight Campus building
A grand opening for the $225 million Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact took place in early December. This first campus building has 160,000 square feet.
Preparing to raise the roof … and set it in place
Installation of a new roof at Portland International Airport's main terminal will involve construction methods seen only in some of the largest projects in the U.S.
Natural elements bring mixed-use building to life
Recently, while crews applied finishing touches to 5 MLK in Portland's Central Eastside, Chicago-based architects discussed the building鈥檚 design.
Contractors look to fight bias with Safe From Hate effort
In May, when a noose was found at the 4th and Montgomery project in downtown Portland, executives at general contractor Andersen Construction remained unaware of the racial intimidation incident for weeks.
Preparing a primarily practical project for prettiness
Construction crews are nearing completion of the new Washington Park reservoir; reflecting pools will be built after soil at the site settles.
More airport work opportunities on tap
Mechanical, electrical and demolition packages for the $1.5 billion main terminal project at PDX are expected to arrive later this year.
Building industry’s ‘complete silence’ called out
Changes are necessary in order to stamp out racism and economic disparity in construction, Portland executives say.
University arena coming to life
Three Portland-based firms are taking their talents to Idaho to build a multipurpose facility intended to highlight mass-timber construction and the state鈥檚 wood industry.
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
