Pacific University Building Completed
Portland - Walsh Construction Co. recently completed the Berglund Hall project at Pacific University. The $12 million concrete and steel-framed structure is 42,285 sq ft on two
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Park Updates Boost Outdoor Opportunities
Bellevue - The Highland Center Skate Plaza addition in Bellevue was completed last month. The 12,000-sq - ft, lighted plaza will feature "street skating" elements including curbs,
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Port lifts ban on New contracts
The Port of Seattle is reforming its contracting practices and is now considering lifting its moratorium on new projects.
Publication Date: APR 2008
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TBM Bursts Though Another Hillside
Seattle - Sound Transit contractors punched through the east side of Beacon Hill in Seattle last month, completing the second of two 4,300-ft tunnels through the hill
Publication Date: APR 2008
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The City of Roses is in full bloom this spring
Transportation system improvements are bringing new development to underused areas of the city.
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Top 10 Manufacturing Contractors
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Top 12 Transportation Contractors
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Top 34 Interiors Contractors
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Top 4 Site Infrastructure
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Top 4 Water Contractors
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Top 5 Industrial Power Contractors
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Top 7 Other Contractors
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Top 9 Sewage
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Top Contractors Revenues Peak Ahead of Construction Downturn
The Top Contractors are busy now, but also stand on the top of what could be a downward slide. Rising oil prices, credit concerns and the non-declared recession all point to a slowdown, even in the busy Northwest.
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Topcon Positioning Systems
Topcon Positioning Systems' new RL-100 series of slope lasers features a new encoding system that provides the highest grade repeatability (5 arc seconds) of any laser. Available
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Virginia Mason Awards Contract for Addition
Seattle - Skanska USA Building Inc. has been awarded the construction management contract for a 250,000 sq ft hospital addition for Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle.
Publication Date: APR 2008
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Wausau Window and Wall Systems
Wausau Windows adds a new line of environmentally sensitive low profile windows to its existing offerings.
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Ainsworth Lumber
Several companies premiered products at this year's World of Concrete in Las Vegas. See enr.com for more coverage.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Apartments Rising at Wonderbread Bakery Site
When the Wonderbread factory closed several years ago, residents worried about two things. Would the economically depressed neighborhood survive the loss of living wage jobs? And what
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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B.C.-VMAC
Several companies premiered products at this year's World of Concrete in Las Vegas. See enr.com for more coverage.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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BERGER/ABAM
Brian Carrico has joined JD White, the Vancouver division of BERGER/ABAM Engineers Inc., as a Senior Planner. Carrico received his bachelor's in Geography from Central Washington University
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Collaboration: Paving a Win Win Road To Profit
My previous articles (See January 2008 and February 2008 issues) looked at how software collaboration tools can promote business efficiency and reduce risk, and at the importance
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Construction Completed on Bulked-Up Potash Facility
Port of Portland/ Otak/Papé
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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HDR
Brian Harris, P.E., recently joined HDR as a project engineer in the firm's Bellevue office. A graduate of Duke University with a master's in civil engineering from
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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HDR
Bob Bandarra recently joined HDR as the Seattle water marketing manager based in the firm's Seattle office. Prior to joining HDR, Bandarra was the general manager at
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Internal Mechanical Systems Can Effect Water Incursion and Bring On Lawsuits
The truth about introducing outside air to a residence: With the condo boom 'on,' how are you protecting yourself against water incursion law suits?
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Jeff Wasserman, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
DLR Group has added retail architect Jeff Wasserman, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP to the firm's national retail and mixed-use design practice. Wasserman has been in Seattle for
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Jon Wilcox, EIT
Northwest Mechanical Engineering, Inc. has hired Jon Wilcox, EIT, as a mechanical engineer. Wilcox holds a Bachelor of Science degree form the University of Washington and previously
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Kevin Wilger
Kevin Wilger, a Structural Engineer, has joined M. R. Richards Engineering as a project manager. Wilger is a graduate of Cal Poly at San Luis Obispo and
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Kife River Corporation
The president of Knife River Corp. in Oregon retired recently. Mike Crennen is replacing him.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Landscapers/NEBC/ASC/WCOE
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Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Managing Contractors' Environmental Risks with Insurance
The use of environmental insurance to finance environmental loss has grown exponentially over the past 10 years - especially in the construction industry.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Mulvanny G2 Wins EPA Award for Waste Reduction
Port of Seattle/Swedish/MulvannyG2
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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New Groups Feel The Pressure Of Gender and Race
White men are the most typical faces in construction.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Olive 8 Brings a Touch of Blue
Olive 8, a condo over hotel project under construction next to the swankiest stores in Seattle, is due to open this fall.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Otak wins Saudi Hotel Project
Otak recently won a contract to design a destination hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Papé Steps Up Safety Efforts
Port of Portland/ Otak/Papé
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Port Develops Audit Plan for New Contracts
Following a scathing audit that accused the Port of Seattle of $90 million in cost overruns, the Port has developed an audit plan.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Programs Aimed at the Underrepresented Change the Color, Gender of Construction
Large firms have taken minority- and women-owned companies under their wings to bring more diversity to the industry.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Recreation - More than Fun and Games New Facilities Invent Entertainment Options
Two new casinos, a family resort and a recreational racetrack will join the list of tourist attractions in Oregon and Washington.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Senior Living Project Now Open for Residents
Walsh Construction Co. recently completed The Quarry Senior Living, a senior housing project in Vancouver, WA, for owner East County Holdings, LLC. Particularly unique about The Quarry
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Slumpless in Seattle
Developers Ignore Real Estate Jitters
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Swedish Hospital Buys Land for Expansion
Port of Seattle/Swedish/MulvannyG2
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Tom Bahn
Callison, a Seattle architectural firm announced the hiring of Tom Bahn as Chief Operating Officer. Bahn joins the firm with more than 20 years experience in finance
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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Waste Crete Systems LLC
Several companies premiered products at this year's World of Concrete in Las Vegas. See enr.com for more coverage.
Publication Date: MAR 2008
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700 Series Compact Loader
A new compact loader line, orbital jigsaw and wheel wash system now available to contractors.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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ABC Announced Alliance With Other Merit Groups
The Associated Builders and Contractors is forming an alliance with an electrical contractors trade group, which also focuses on Merit shop ideals.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Automated Wheel Wash System
Innovative Equipment Solutions recently announced it new Maximus Series of totally portable, automated wheel wash systems - a unique solution engineered specifically for the construction industry. Ideal
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Boise Cascade Property Sold For Mixed-Use Development
Salem - As part of the continuing redevelopment of downtown Salem, Mayor Janet Taylor announced the sale of a large piece of riverfront property to developers Larry
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Career Development Programs Boost Retention And Win Local Companies Awards
Career development programs that encourage trades people to take on increasing levels of responsibility help with employee retention at local companies.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Cleanup Scheduled at Chemical Processing Site
The Washington State Department of Ecology and Kalama, Wash. are close to reaching a consent decree. The terms of the decree will determine how to clean up
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Collaboration: Paving a Win-Win Road to Profit
Previously, we introduced the subject of effective collaboration and its potential to improve business performance. Many construction firms are experiencing heightened pressures due to project complexity, owner
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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College of Architecture Names Three to Honor Roll
Seattle - The UW College of Architecture and Urban Planning celebrated its three latest inductees at a Roll of Honor event in Jamuary.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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DOT and AGC Honor Road Construction Teams
Olympia - Eight transportation construction projects were selected as winners of 2007 Excellence in Contract Administration Awards by the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) and the
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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DOTs Rush to Repair Storm Damage, Private Contractors Hired
A severe winter storm with winds up to 100 mph slammed into Oregon and Washington in early causing at least five deaths to date and dumping up
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Dunn Tops Out Retirement Plaza
Portland - In December, JE Dunn Construc-tion topped out The Heights, a new addition to the Terwilliger Plaza retirement facility in downtown Portland. The 143,000-sq. ft., 10-floor,
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Hiring Tips: Assertiveness Pays Off for Both Parties
How difficult will it be for construction companies to hire qualified supervisory personnel?
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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JS5 Orbital Jigsaw
Lightweight and powerful, the new JS5 Orbital Jigsaw from Bosch Power Tools and Accessories is available for woodworkers, remodelers, serious DIYers and others. Bosch's latest offering delivers
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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KPFF
Seattle-based consulting structural engineering firm KPFF received one of two top awards from the U.S. Navy recently for its innovative repair of a drydock floor at the
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Kitsap Contractor Cures Medical Owner's Woes On Clinic Rehab Project
Being a medical facility owner himself, Tim Ryan knows the protocol for building a healthcare project.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Landscapers/NEBC/ASC/WCOE
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Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Library System Partners With Developer at Newcastle
Lorig, Seattle, is developing a mixed-use project in Newcastle. The city hopes the complex will revitalize the area.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Lincoln High Wins More Accolades for Renovation
DLR Group and Tacoma (Wash.) School District are celebrating recent honors for the renovation of Tacoma's historic Lincoln High School. The design has earned the 2008 Shirley
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Mahlum/Lease/WH Pacific/Candela
W& H Pacific merges and hires new employees.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Mapping the Engineer Gender Gap
Even after decades of efforts to increase female representation at engineering firms, advocates still struggle to make progress. As engineering firms nationwide race to find talented candidates
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Medical School Targets Rural Patients
Come summer, the Pacific Northwest will be home to its first new medical school in 60 years.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Medical Sector Vital Signs Remain Healthy, But Work Expected to Level Off
Good Samaritan Hospital in Corvallis, Ore. recently started an 80,000 sq ft six story expansion of the existing facility. General Contractor is Andersen Construction, Portland.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Office Building at Lake Union Completed
Mercer Island - Express Construction has completed work on the North Lake Union Office Building in Seattle. The building, three stories above two levels of parking, has
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Post-Katrina Worker Recruitment Program Along Gulf Coast Is Off to a 'GREAT' Start
Tim Horst is neither a juggler nor a matchmaker by trade. Yet the president of Bechtel Group unit Becon Construction Co. and newly named program manager for
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Retail Construction Weathered the Housing Correction Well in 2007
The main drivers of retail construction have not been especially supportive over the past couple of years - the housing sector, in particular, has declined sharply.
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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South Waterfront Wins Landscaping Award
Portland - The Walker Macy | Thomas Balsley Associates (WM | TBA) team received an Honor Award from the New York Chapter of American Society of Landscape
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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St. Mary Medical Center Expands Cancer Center, Outpatient Surgery in "Wrap Around" Additions
Walla Walla, Wash. - St. Mary Medical Center in Walla Walla Wash., has completed contemporary 'wrap around" additions on three sides that give the complex a new
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Swedish Hospital
Swedish Hospital, Seattle, is building an addition to its community hospital in Ballard, a north Seattle neighborhood. No architect or contractor has been chosen for the 100,000
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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Urban Partners Speeds Up City Hall Construction
Burien - Due to greater than expected sales of condo units, Urban Partners has announced that it is moving up the schedule for Phase II of Burien
Publication Date: FEB 2008
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(Mis)Understanding Green Products
A dizzying array of green-product certification protocols are overwhelming the building industry and even staunch advocates see a tough road ahead for architects.
Publication Date: JAN 2008
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AGC/Cascadia/ACEC
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Publication Date: JAN 2008
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Case Adds 621E Wheel Loader to E Series Line
Case Construction Equipment has introduced the Case 621E wheel loader, the newest member of the E Series line. Like other Case E Series wheel loaders, the 621E
Publication Date: JAN 2008
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