Shiels Obletz Johnsen

Shiels Obletz Johnsen Shiels Obletz Johnsen, Inc. (SOJ) is a leading project management consultancy in the Pacific NW.

We are pleased to announce that Beth Brett has joined SOJ’s leadership team as a shareholder! Beth brings more than 25 y...
05/27/2026

We are pleased to announce that Beth Brett has joined SOJ’s leadership team as a shareholder!

Beth brings more than 25 years of experience managing and designing complex public, private, and non-profit projects. Her work is grounded in a commitment to prioritizing equity, inclusivity, and environmental stewardship in the built environment. This commitment is reflected in her service as Board Secretary for Verde, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing sustainability to communities most impacted by environmental and social injustices. She also serves as one of three members on the City of Portland Building Code Board of Appeal, helping review and decide appealed building code issues while advocating for more equitable, critically evaluated standards that reflect and support the needs of the broader community.

Beth is widely respected for her collaborative leadership style, rigorous attention to detail, and dedication to exceptional client service. Since joining SOJ in 2021, Beth has played a key role in leading community-focused projects including the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Holgate Library, Midland Library, St. Johns Library, Belmont Library, and Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries.

Beth’s leadership, strategic thinking, and ability to build strong partnerships will help shape the future of our firm while continuing to deliver meaningful, high-impact work for our clients and communities.

ENR West has announced the winners of the 2025 Regional Best Projects competition for the Northwest subregion—and three ...
09/16/2025

ENR West has announced the winners of the 2025 Regional Best Projects competition for the Northwest subregion—and three SOJ projects were recognized!

- Multnomah County Midland Library — Award of Merit, Cultural/Worship
- A Better Red: MAX Red Line Extension & Reliability Improvements — Best Renovation/Restoration + Excellence in Safety
- Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion — Award of Merit, Sports/Entertainment

A huge congratulations to our partners and project teams who made these achievements possible!

Midland Library: Multnomah County Library, Swinerton Builders, Bora Architecture & Interiors, Colloqate Design

A Better Red: TriMet, Stacy Witbeck, Parametrix

Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion: Seattle Aquarium, Turner Construction Company, LMN Architects

Learn more about this year's contest and explore the rest of the winners here: https://www.enr.com/blogs/50-west-construction-views/post/61308-enr-west-northwest-best-projects-winners-announced

We are thrilled to see the Everett Outdoor Event Center take a big step forward with initial funding secured and key pro...
07/09/2025

We are thrilled to see the Everett Outdoor Event Center take a big step forward with initial funding secured and key project approvals in place. Our team is excited to keep the momentum going as the project enters its next phase!

Learn more about the project at the link below:
https://www.everettwa.gov/3250/Outdoor-Event-Center

We’re honored to share that three SOJ projects have been named among DJC’s Top Projects of 2025!A Better Red is an expan...
07/09/2025

We’re honored to share that three SOJ projects have been named among DJC’s Top Projects of 2025!

A Better Red is an expansion of the MAX Red Line with 10 additional stations, eliminating long-standing bottlenecks and significantly improving reliability across the TriMet system.

The Beaverton Shelter converts a single-story retail building into a 60-bed, low-barrier, year-round shelter offering meals, showers, and 24-hour support for adults experiencing homelessness in Beaverton and Washington County.

The Holgate Library is Multnomah County’s first new permanent library in over a decade—a two-story, 21,000-square-foot facility that triples the size of the original building and features updated technology, multiple flexible programming and meeting rooms, large learning and play space for children and families, a new book locker, a teen room, and an outdoor plaza for community members.

Congratulations to our partners and project teams whose collaboration made these transformative projects possible:

A Better Red: TriMet, Stacy Witbeck, Parametrix
Beaverton Shelter: City of Beaverton, P&C Construction, Ink Built
Holgate Library: Multnomah County, Bora Architecture & Interiors, Swinerton

Exciting progress is underway at the Julia West House! SOJ’s Prashant Kulkarni is leading the charge on a 12-story cross...
10/15/2024

Exciting progress is underway at the Julia West House! SOJ’s Prashant Kulkarni is leading the charge on a 12-story cross-limited timber (CLT) high-rise, bringing 90 supportive housing units to the heart of downtown Portland.

The building offers studios and one-bedroom apartments as well as a community room, communal kitchen, rooftop patio, laundry facilities, and secure bike parking. The Julia West House aims to provide residents with a holistic support system, including onsite property management, comprehensive resident services, and case management, ensuring that residents receive the support and resources they need to thrive.

The design is set to seamlessly enhance the streetscape, making it a striking addition to the Portland’s urban environment. Completion is expected by Summer 2025. Stay tuned for more updates!

A big shoutout to our amazing project team: Community Development Partners, Holst, and Walsh Construction for bringing this vision to life!

SOJ is excited to share that TriMet’s ‘A Better Red’ project is now open! This project enhances the MAX Red Line with ex...
08/27/2024

SOJ is excited to share that TriMet’s ‘A Better Red’ project is now open! This project enhances the MAX Red Line with extended service, including 10 new stations in Beaverton and Hillsboro. It also improves reliability across the entire transit system with the addition of a second track on the east side and a new Gateway North MAX station to help reduce delays. Riders can look forward to a faster, smoother, and more dependable transit experience!

To learn more about ‘A Better Red’, visit www.trimet.org/betterred.

Discover Seattle Aquarium’s thrilling new Ocean Pavilion! Opening August 29th, this new expansion invites guests to expl...
08/01/2024

Discover Seattle Aquarium’s thrilling new Ocean Pavilion! Opening August 29th, this new expansion invites guests to explore a vibrant underwater world. Dive into the Coral Triangle and discover 3,500 fascinating species, including sharks, rays, and colorful coral reefs. The Ocean Pavilion offers an immersive experience with state-of-the-art exhibits and digital storytelling, providing educational insights into ocean conservation. Guests will discover the interconnectedness of marine ecosystems and the ongoing efforts to protect them.

Learn more about this transformative project at the link below.
https://www.seattleaquarium.org/explore-the-aquarium/campus/ocean-pavilion/

Exciting news from Multnomah County Library—Holgate Library reopens this July! After a major expansion, the library now ...
07/02/2024

Exciting news from Multnomah County Library—Holgate Library reopens this July! After a major expansion, the library now spans 21,000 square feet—triple its original size. Improvements include flexible meeting spaces, updated technology, inspiring art, an outdoor plaza, and more -- all designed with input from the community.

Join Multnomah County Library and us in celebrating this milestone with three days of festivities starting July 13th, featuring cultural performances, family fun, and plenty of community spirit! Learn more: https://multcolib.org/building-libraries-together/new-holgate-library

Please join us in welcoming our newest Senior Project Manager, Han-Mei Chiang! With over 20 years of experience in const...
04/25/2024

Please join us in welcoming our newest Senior Project Manager, Han-Mei Chiang!

With over 20 years of experience in construction project management and a background in architecture, Han-Mei is adept at guiding projects from concept to completion. Han-Mei holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from the University of Oregon and is recognized as a LEED Accredited Professional. She actively serves on the boards of the National Organization of Minority Architects Portland Chapter (NOMA PDX) and Pioneer Courthouse Square. Her attention to detail, coupled with her commitment to diversity and inclusion, makes her a valuable asset to our team. Welcome, Han-Mei!

Han-Mei will serve as Project Manager for the Elliott Bay Connections project, as well as several local renovation projects.

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