A capital session for higher education in Oregon
The Legislature recently approved a total of $332.9 million for construction projects at a number of state campuses.
Eager to better understand innovative materials
With mass timber still ‘in its infancy,’ a new group has been formed in order to find answers to pressing questions.
A learning opportunity for everyone involved
The Tallwood Design Institute recently provided mass-timber construction training for Northwest Carpenters Union apprentices.
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.
Same old story, but another industry
Like many construction companies, some architecture firms are struggling to fill positions – particularly at the midcareer level.
Research focusing on health in buildings
Researchers in Portland are studying how to improve not only buildings’ energy efficiency but also their impacts on occupants.
Work available at University of Oregon
Hoffman Construction is seeking sub-bids for work on the Knight Campus for the Acceleration of Scientific Impact (KCASI) at the University of Oregon in Eugene.
CM-GC sought to construct University of Oregon building
The University of Oregon plans to add a 60,000-square-foot building near the core of its campus in Eugene.
Pre-bid meeting on tap for Hayward Field work
With demolition of the old grandstands at the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field now done, work on a replacement stadium is beginning in earnest.
Updated: Hayward Field renovation design unveiled
The University of Oregon Foundation unveiled the design of a planned renovation of venerable Hayward Field on Tuesday. The series of renderings produced by architecture firm SRG Partnership show a […]
Urbanism Next examining future of city planning
Urbanism Next, a University of Oregon initiative, is using a $1 million grant to establish a new center, expanding on work to examine the changes that could come with growth of autonomous vehicles, e-commerce and the sharing economy.
Bid for travel restrictions breeds uncertainty
Anxiety could hamper architecture and engineering companies’ ability to attract talent from certain countries.
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 — 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


















