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Parties bid to build water treatment facility
The city of Portland has received proposals from three contractors interested in building the Bull Run Filtration Plant.
Proactive approach aiding construction industry
Some contractors took steps a while ago to ensure they could meet supply chain challenges that are now affecting projects.
Working in a state of flux
A subcontractor's employee who was working on a project at Intel's Hillsboro campus recently tested positive for COVID-19. Now many industry stakeholders are taking measures to protect their workers.
Over the creek and through the hollow
Crews upgraded an underground culvert recently as part of the effort to construct a prominent mixed-use building in Southwest Portland.
County courthouse close to completion
The $325 million Multnomah County Central Courthouse project is on track for completion next spring after three years of construction.
5 MLK project site still a hive of activity
Skilled craftspeople continue to swarm the 5 MLK project site in Portland even as the anticipated spring 2020 completion date approaches.
Big builders placed under tax umbrella
The construction industry is pushing back on city guidance classifying contractors as 鈥榬etailers鈥� for a new surcharge.
Sub-bids sought for Lincoln High School site work
Sub-bids are sought for work on the rebuild of Lincoln High School, which is scheduled to begin next summer.
Courthouse tower crane removal postponed
The removal of the tower crane for Multnomah County's new 17-story Central Courthouse has been postponed until next month.
Courthouse project’s crane to be disassembled
Several downtown Portland streets will close to allow removal of a tower crane used during construction of the new Multnomah County Central Courthouse.
City pouring in resources for water storage
Walls are taking shape as a massive reservoir construction project continues at Portland鈥檚 Washington Park.
A building to meet a district鈥檚 growing needs
The 7 SE Stark building in the Central Eastside Industrial District will have four levels of office space and substantial parking.
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
