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Green energy not a cure-all for job woes
Oregon politicians say renewable energy has potential to pull the state out of its financial quagmire. But the state's alternative energy industry may not be the instant-job creator politicians have pitched.
Students encouraged to prepare for construction jobs
Until the industry rebounds, students are recommended to go to community colleges and take math classes or pursue associate degrees to improve employability. Students can also take jobs in something related to their area of interest.
Shop classes bygone in most schools
Remember when shop classes were required in junior high or high school? Well, those days are long gone. Public schools stopped providing shop classes in the early 1990s, before even the music, arts and physical education cutbacks hit.
Fans of school renovation bond speak up
There weren't many naysayers at a school board meeting held to take comments on the proposed $548 million bond to renovate buildings in Portland Public Schools' system. Of course, that could be because many of the 60 people who signed up to testify were principals or other officials from several of those schools.
School bond would create jobs, but at a high cost
A proposed $548 million bond for Portland Public Schools could create construction contract work in the district, but the bond could face opposition from homeowners, who on average would pay an extra $340 per year if it passed.
Oregon schools score high marks for sustainability
A new report card by the Sustainable Endowments Institute gave B+ grades to both the University of Oregon and Oregon State University - and cited both as campus sustainability leaders.
Career Day held at ZGF Architects
Fifty students from the Portland area participated in the sixth annual ZGF Career Day at the Portland architectural firm's downtown offices. During the daylong event, students were given a tour of the firm's offices and then taken on a walking tour highlighting the various types of architecture and design used in downtown buildings.
Schools, architects counting on bond measures
If passed this November, bond measures across Oregon would put $150 million toward school renovations, a needed boost for local builders and designers who are struggling to find work.
Reynolds construction crew rebuilds playground
No child should have to go through a school day without recess, said Reynolds High School Principal Jeff Gilbert. And thanks to students enrolled in a construction trades program at Reynolds, kids in Southeast Portland won't have to.
Oregon student in fight to save biodiesel
A student at Oregon State University is one of 28 college students from around the country selected for a national initiative to help the ailing biofuels industry.
Oregon BEST invests $1M at university labs
The Oregon Built Environment & Sustainable Technologies Center this morning announced it will invest $1 million at four Oregon university labs. Portland State University, the University of Oregon, and Oregon State University will use the money to purchase equipment to further research within their labs.
Daughter of deceased worker gets scholarship
Nichole Gump was awarded the 2010 Oregon State Building and Construction Trades' construction college scholarship.
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
