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Port of Portland design driven by efficiency
The new Port of Portland Headquarters features an eye-catching design and several features that should increase both office and energy efficiency.
Construction lesson at Children鈥檚 Hospital
A new structure is rising near the windows of Pediatric Unit 35 in The Children鈥檚 Hospital at Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland. The unit鈥檚 school-age patients are following the work and, thanks to Hoffman Construction Project Superintendent Phil Dobbin, learning about the construction of the new building, too.
Child care center opens soon
After three years' effort, My Little Waiting Room is set to open at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center on Southwest Barnes Road next month. The day care allows parents to drop off their children while they undergo treatment.
Senate funds University of Oregon residence hall
The state Legislature on Tuesday approved Senate Bill 5564, which allows the state to sell $75 million in bonds to build a residence hall on the east end of the University of Oregon's campus.
PSU building fix would lower hazardous waste risk
Portland State University recently acquired funds to fix seismic and safety problems that have plagued the one of its science buildings for years.
Competitive bids expected for Gresham project
Along with a new architect, the Multnomah County-owned East County Justice Center project will have a new construction manager and general contractor in the coming months.
Port of Portland may increase Hoffman contract
The Port of Portland will consider a proposal to increase its contract with Hoffman Construction by $2.75 million for the port headquarters building.
PSU Science Building 2
The project for Portland State University calls for the modernization and expansion of labs and teaching spaces on the upper floors of the building as well as electrical, plumbing and HVAC upgrades.
Can I pay you in basketball tickets?
With Oregon's construction sector slumping, many firms are scrambling to make money or just stay in business. But would a company donate its work for basketball seats instead of a paycheck? The University of Oregon seems to think so. The general contractor for the university's new basketball arena in Eugene, Matthew Knight Arena, is seeking bidders for tile and riser platforms at the $200 million [...]
Economic water is fine for McMinnville water-park project
Apparently, the Evergreen Water Park planned for McMinnville is ready to make a splash in the local construction market. Hoffman Construction, the design-build contractor for the project, has issued a […]
Economic water is fine for McMinnville water-park project
Apparently, the Evergreen Water Park planned for McMinnville is ready to make a splash in the local construction market. Hoffman Construction, the design-build contractor for the project, has issued a […]
Short list released for NOAA marine center construction
An original pool of 11 firms interested in handling construction of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Adminstration’s new marine center in Newport has been trimmed down to four companies. Making […]
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
