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    The People Behind the Projects: Todd Bovey

    Q&A: Todd Bovey In the complex world of mechanical engineering, especially within critical environments like healthcare, expertise and clearly communicating a design vision through execution are essential. At MacDonald-Miller, Senior Principal Engineer Todd Bovey embodies this, bringing decades of experience and a passion for innovative, constructible solutions to every project. This Q&A delves into his…

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    Smith Tower’s Strategic Controls Upgrade

    Enabling Operations, Unlocking Smart Building Performance The promise of Smart Building Systems (SBS) – advanced analytics and insights driving optimal building performance – is compelling for property managers and building owners alike. However, for historical and unique buildings, like Smith Tower in Seattle, WA, the foundational challenge of updating existing control systems is often cost-prohibitive,…

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    The People Behind the Projects: Breanna Langston

    Q&A: Breanna Langston We recently walked the Providence-Swedish First Hill campus and their new North Tower with Breanna Langston, Senior Project Executive in healthcare at MacDonald-Miller and WSSHE Business Partner of the Year Award winner. With a decade of industry expertise and a deep understanding of the complexities inherent in healthcare facilities, Breanna shares her…

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    2025 Best Workplaces Award

    MacDonald-Miller ranked #1 Best Workplaces RANKED #1 in the extra-large companies category It is an honor to be on the Top 100 Best Workplaces list and ranked first in the extra-large company category this year. Read more from the Puget Sound Business Journal: Washington’s Best Workplaces 2025 MacDonald-Miller. “I’m grateful to our people across the…

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    Clackamas County Courthouse

    Built to replace the original 1936 courthouse and dramatically expand capacity, this 250,000-square-foot facility brings enhanced safety, accessibility, and modern functionality to Clackamas County. The design includes 16 new courtrooms and public agency spaces within a refreshed campus footprint.  DESIGN-ASSIST MacDonald-Miller partnered with the design team through a year-long pursuit, delivering 50 % Design Development…

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    Legacy Health Emanuel Burn Center

    PLAN & SPEC This project transforms a shelled third-floor space in the West Tower into a 26,000 SF state-of-the-art Burn Center. The buildout features 16 patient rooms, a treatment room, and a rehabilitation gym, all supported by new wet and dry mechanical systems, plumbing, and medical gas. As a first-generation build, the scope required tying…

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    Now Offering Text-for-Service

    Responsive Service When your building systems need attention, every minute matters! We’re making it easier for MacDonald-Miller customers to get in touch with our service team with our new text-for-service feature.  Fast, Direct Access  Our team is always ready to tackle any challenge, from minor repairs to major emergencies. If you have an HVAC or…

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    Providence Swedish North Tower

    Providence Swedish is significantly expanding the First Hill Campus with the North Tower project, positioning it as one of the largest healthcare investments in the country. The 12-story (16-story including the garage) tower will feature 24 cutting-edge operating suites, including a state-of-the-art emergency department with 31 rooms and dedicated spaces for behavioral healthcare. Designed with…