Seize this opportunity to find out what your employees think about their workplace, and see how you rank.

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As always, there are no participation fees. Privately and publicly held companies, subsidiaries and divisions are all eligible. A minimum of 15 employees and at least 10% of a participating company’s Oregon workforce is required to complete the employee survey. A management representative will also need to complete the employer survey of benefits.

For more information about how the 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon survey works, click here.

100 Best Companies deadlines:

BY NOVEMBER 10: Companies sign up online for the survey at http://oregonbusiness.com/2024register
BY NOVEMBER 17: Companies invite all their Oregon-based full- and part-time employees to take the anonymous online survey.
BY NOVEMBER 17: A management representative completes the online employer survey.
MID-DECEMBER: Participants are notified if they ranked (though not where) among the 100 Best. Reports detailing employee satisfaction, priorities and comments, as well as comparisons against other peer groups, are available to all qualifying participants.
MARCH 2024: We will release the actual rankings of the 2024 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon in the March 2024 issue of Oregon Business. Opportunities to celebrate your achievement will be made available at the conclusion of the survey period.

The 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon were celebrated at a gala happy hour March 2 at the Oregon Convention Center. Click here to see the photos.

These companies have demonstrated a commitment to being great places to work, per survey results from employees across the state.

The past three years have seen massive disruption in the way we live and work, and employers are still navigating a post-pandemic “new normal.” Despite recent large-scale layoffs, mostly in the tech sector, Oregon is still reporting record-low levels of unemployment — making recruitment and retention more important than ever, if also more difficult.

A review of comments from this year’s surveys shows that flexibility is still crucial when it comes to attracting and keeping great employees. While a number of employers have called employees to return to the office full-time, others have made work-from-home and hybrid-workplace schedules a permanent part of the way they operate. A large number of workers who took this year’s survey also praised their employers for offering flexible working hours and for creating cultures that let them prioritize their families.

Everybody wants to feel like their work is seen and valued: Some of the most enthusiastic comments came from employees who felt like they were part of a supportive team and had clear opportunities for advancement. Multiple commenters mentioned they felt like their employers trusted them to do their jobs properly and avoided micromanaging them. Employees also singled out managers who were willing to roll up their sleeves and help frontline staff amid staffing shortages, and praised perks that include office lunches, employee-recognition events and free snacks — but also profit-sharing bonuses and even discounts on the purchase of a new home.

The companies on this list have demonstrated that employers who adapt readily to shifting norms — and who go out of their way to make their employees feel valued, trusted and appreciated, and to create a family-friendly team environment — continue to garner accolades, and to attract and keep great employees in a tight, competitive labor market.
— OB Staff

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Large Companies — More than 100 Oregon employees
Medium Companies — 35 to 99 Oregon employees
Small Companies — 15 to 34 Oregon employees

1. Lorentz Bruun Construction

Location: Portland
Website: lbruun.com
Oregon Employees: 104
Score: 644.33

“The culture at Lorentz Bruun Construction is one that inspires collaboration and is rewarding, engaging, inclusive, and fun. An organization is nothing more than the collective capacity of its people to create value. LBC understands this, and it is evident within the company culture,” one employee writes.

2. UScellular

Location: Medford
Website: uscellular.com
Oregon Employees: 121
Score: 624.58

“My company continuously evolves its social practices, treatment of employees and business decisions in order to bring the best products and services to the customer and wireless industry,” writes one employee of this cellular provider. Another described it as having a “small-town company feel with an amazing culture.”

3. LMC Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: lmcconstruction.com
Oregon Employees: 150
Score: 618.81

“I love the culture and the people,” writes one employee of this Tualatin-based construction company. “We are one big family, and there is always someone to go to with questions. Endless support and encouragement.”

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At LMC, our employees are the building blocks of our success! It is their commitment to the communities that we build and serve that makes us who we are. We are honored to be acknowledged as one of the top 100 Best Companies to Work for in Oregon!

4. Directors Mortgage

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: directorsmortgage.com
Oregon Employees: 153
Score: 616.33

Top performers at this mortgage firm go on a trip to Mexico as part of the company’s Circle of Excellence program, which allows team members to recognize their peers’ growth and performance. “I learn new things every day and get terrifically well compensated to help people with an extremely important part of their lives — their home,” one employee writes.

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Directors Mortgage takes a people-focused approach to earning our clients’ confidence and trust to become their Mortgage Specialist for life. Thank you to our dedicated team members for making us one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon.

5. Harper Houf Peterson Righellis

Location: Portland
Website: hhpr.com
Oregon Employees: 118
Score: 615.35

“The people are genuine, honest and hardworking. This has been the best company I have worked for so far in my career,” writes one worker at this firm, which offers civil engineering, planning, landscape architecture and surveying services.

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HHPR provides comprehensive engineering, survey, landscape architecture, and planning services for public infrastructure and private development. We are honored to be named 100 Best and its reflection of our greatest asset, our people!

6. Express Employment Professionals

Location: Tualatin
Website: expresspros.com
Oregon Employees: 150
Score: 614.67

“Our management team is so great about acknowledging a job welldone,” writes one employee of this staffing firm. “They are available for us at any time and really encourage us to continue to grow within the company. The staff they have put together work well together. It is fun to celebrate our accomplishments together!”

7. Swinerton

Location: Portland
Website: swinerton.com
Oregon Employees: 145
Score: 606.85

“Swinerton is a completely employee-owned company, meaning everyone has a shared interest in the overall good of the company vs. just looking out for an individual person or office,” writes one employee of this construction firm. Perks include a snack and cereal bar, cold drinks and coffee, a gym, and numerous work environments, as well as opportunities for community involvement.

8. Aldrich

Location: Salem
Website: aldrichadvisors.com
Oregon Employees: 220
Score: 606.29

“Everyone is incredibly kind and caring. After being here so long, I would say I like the significant majority of people I interact with. They place an emphasis on cultural fit when hiring and it shows,” writes one employee of this accounting, consulting and wealth-management firm. “Management is clear about their values and acts consistent with them.”

9. Hayden Homes

Location: Redmond
Website: hayden-homes.com
Oregon Employees: 140
Score: 604.64

Employees of this home builder receive a $45,000 home-purchase discount that can be used every 18 months. They also get company-paid access to a financial advisor for retirement planning, quarterly and annual profit-sharing bonuses, and VIP access to concerts at Hayden Homes Amphitheater in Bend, with company-paid lodging, meals and drinks.

10. Parametrix

Location: Portland
Website: parametrix.com
Oregon Employees: 112
Score: 603.48

This multidisciplinary engineering firm is 100% employee-owned and has an “ethos of accountability and independence. Not too many rules to constrain people,” writes one employee. “The staff are overall motivated and exemplify great teamwork. Leadership is very transparent about how the company is doing financially and strategies moving forward. Good social events to meet people.”

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11. Adroit Construction

Location: Ashland
Website: adroitbuilt.com
Oregon Employees: 130
Score: 600.95

“One of the things that impressed me most during my interview process was their answer to my question: ‘What makes you lose sleep at night?’” one employee writes. “1) They want to ensure all that all team members go home safe at the end of each day, and 2) that the leadership team is working hard to ensure new projects are continually in the pipeline so that everyone has work.”

12. Slalom

Location: Portland
Website: slalom.com
Oregon Employees: 167
Score: 600.57

“People care deeply about each other and are given the freedom to pursue their passion with the support of the broader organization and community,” writes one employee of this business and technology consultancy. “We live our values, not just profess them. I am grateful to work with such a dedicated group of intelligent people!” writes another.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton, Portland Washington Square

Location: Tigard
Website: portlandwashingtonsquare.embassysuites.com
Oregon Employees: 103
Score: 598.74

This hotel offers free employee meals for each shift, free employee parking, hotel room discounts and ongoing employee-recognition events. “Just about everyone in the company supports and encourages each other, regardless of management, supervisory or line-level employees,” one worker writes.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Washington Square is the place to work in the hospitality industry. Our associates are the bedrock of our success. We are proud of our placement on the 2023 100 Best list.

14. Turner Construction Company

Location: Portland
Website: turnerconstruction.com
Oregon Employees: 135
Score: 596.03

“Turner has demonstrated a commitment to promoting inclusivity and equality within our industry,” writes one employee. “They’ve expressed this on a national and especially on a local level. I’m impressed at their responsiveness to fostering productive dialogue between all levels of the company.”

15. Rogue Credit Union

Location: Medford
Website: roguecu.org
Oregon Employees: 600
Score: 594.98

This credit union offers weekly on-site yoga, two on-site gyms, monthly wellness challenges and incentives, plus community-involvement opportunities. The company also offers telehealth and mental health care to all employees and their households free of charge. The company’s health savings account includes a monthly employer contribution between $100 and $200 a month.

16. Zapproved

Location: Portland
Website: zapproved.com
Oregon Employees: 105
Score: 593.78

This technology firm offers a robust wellness program that includes a six-week-long wellness challenge, a two-week wellness fair and a summer wellness series. The company also offers free bike tune-ups up to twice a year, as well as a home office stipend. “The culture we have is impossible to beat,” one employee writes. “Everyone from the top to the bottom feels welcome and like they matter.

17. Pacific Landscape Management

Location: Hillsboro
Website: pacscape.com
Oregon Employees: 343
Score: 593.25

This landscape company holds an annual company picnic for employees and their families, biweekly barbecues during the summer and an end-of-year party. The company also gives employees store passes to the Nike, Adidas and Columbia Sportswear stores, as well as tickets to Timbers and Trail Blazers games.

18. The Partners Group

Location: Portland
Website: thepartnersgroup.com
Oregon Employees: 131
Score: 592.18

This insurance brokerage offers continuing education funds, an annual charitable contribution match, an all-company winter volunteer day and wellness incentives. A staffer writes: “They continuously show us they care by listening to our pain points, being available when we need them to be, and providing us with tools to make us successful at our job and in life.”

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Founded over 40 years ago, The Partners Group is a purpose-driven, employee-owned organization that offers employee services, insurance, and financial consulting. Our intent is to make a difference in our communities and inspire others to do the same.

19. Vernier Science Education

Location: Beaverton
Website: vernier.com
Oregon Employees: 107
Score: 592.00

“I value our mission of working with teachers to help create a STEM-literate society — this is the single most significant motivator for me,” writes one employee of this producer of science education materials. “Helping teachers be effective in introducing their students to the wonders of this world is key.”

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Vernier Science Education is honored to have been on the 100 Best Oregon companies list more than 20 times. We are thankful to all of our employees for making us one of the Best Companies to Work For in Oregon again.

20. Crystal Greens Landscape

Location: Clackamas
Website: crystalgreenslandscape.com
Oregon Employees: 234
Score: 591.00

“What makes this company great is the culture and care for the employees (both at work and in home life), the care for the customer experience, and the growth mindset to continue to close gaps and move forward to accomplish the mission we have set as a team,” one employee writes.

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21. PAE Consulting Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: pae-engineers.com
Oregon Employees: 226
Score: 590.99

This multidisciplinary engineering firm has an on-site gym in its Portland office and offers a fitness reimbursement for employees based elsewhere. The company offers non-remote employees a commuter-benefit stipend program, the option to telecommute as many as four days per week and flexible work schedules, as well as up to six weeks of paid wellness leave.

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PAE | LUMA specializes in regenerative engineering and lighting design. We celebrate the talent and leadership that are integral to our firm culture, and are honored to receive Oregon 100 Best for the past seven years in a row.

22. David Evans and Associates

Location: Portland
Website: deainc.com
Oregon Employees: 308
Score: 590.71

This engineering, architecture and planning firm offers a holistic wellness program to support multiple types of health, as well as a $200 lifestyle spending account. The company also offers grants for career development. “There is a lot of freedom to choose the path that will bring you the most personal and professional success,” one worker writes.

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At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our talented engineers, surveyors, planners, hydrographers, landscape architects, and scientists are committed to improving the quality of life. We give outstanding professionals the freedom and support to do what they do best.

23. Fitzpatrick Painting

Location: Corvallis
Website: fitzpatrickpainting.com
Oregon Employees: 100
Score: 588.96

“The rate at which you can move up in pay or responsibility is outrageous!” writes a staffer. “Hard work is rewarded and successes are celebrated. When management fumbles, they’ll own that and focus more on retaining the employee’s dignity rather than wanting to prove themselves right.” The company also provides medical benefits and a 401(k) match.

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At Fitzpatrick Painting & Construction, we provide quality. High quality hires, with industry-leading training and supervision produce the highest quality work. We are so proud of our team and the way they serve our customers each day!

24. JE Dunn Construction

Location: Portland
Website: jedunn.com
Oregon Employees: 180
Score: 587.59

“JE Dunn has clear objectives and practices great mentorship and communication across the board. There is a strong willingness to help and support each others’ peers,” writes an employee. “The teamwork makes this company great. We’ve got an awesome support system with a work culture that encourages lifting each other up and sharing knowledge,” says another.

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25. Oregon Community Credit Union

Location: Springfield
Website: myoccu.org
Oregon Employees: 544
Score: 586.19

This credit union offers interest-free loans and credit cards to its employees and facilitates a co-worker recognition program, language pay for bilingual employees, employer-paid disability and life insurance coverage, as well as the ability to earn merit-based paid time on top of regular PTO.

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26. Perlo Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: perlo.biz
Oregon Employees: 140
Score: 585.09

This construction company offers an employee assistance program, an on-site fitness room, a platform for all employees to share ideas for improvement, regular happy hours, team lunches and social events. A worker writes: “What makes Perlo great is how everyone (middle management on up to executives) is willing and volunteering to jump into the trenches.”

27. Summit Bank

Location: Eugene
Website: sbko.bank
Oregon Employees: 109
Score: 580.82

This bank offers regular team-building events, three company-paid volunteer days, a vacation buy-up program, free drinks and snacks, a $500 health insurance deductible reimbursement, a professional dress reimbursement, and sponsored tickets to Ducks and Blazers games as well as concerts. “Summit truly cares about its employees, and they understand that family comes first.”

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With offices in Eugene, Central Oregon and Portland, Summit Bank is Oregon’s preferred bank for business.  We are proud to make the 100 Best list for the third year in a row. Our mission is to be the best community bank for businesses, professionals, colleagues and shareholders.

28. PWCC Marketplace

Location: Tigard
Website: pwccmarketplace.com
Oregon Employees: 100
Score: 580.16

All full-time employees at this Tigard-based trading cards and collectibles marketplace are eligible for a company-wide quarterly bonus tied to individual achievements and company results. Employees also praised the company’s flexibility in scheduling, upward mobility and on-site accommodations.

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29. Lone Rock Resources

Location: Roseburg
Website: lonerockresources.com
Oregon Employees: 101
Score: 578.61

“The people and the leadership make it great. They care about their people and in turn you take great pride in your company,” writes one employee of this timber company. “The company is family-oriented, dynamic, diversified, does what it says it’s going to do, is forward-looking, and committed to the long term,” writes another.

30. Emery & Sons Construction Group

Location: Salem
Website: emeryandsons.com
Oregon Employees: 203
Score: 570.44

“We have a great family feel, even though we’re 200-plus employees,” writes one employee of this construction company, who also praised the support from managers and a benefits package that includes insurance, profit sharing and paid time off that increases with seniority.

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Emery & Sons Construction Group is one of Oregon’s leading heavy civil contractors. Family values, loyalty and a commitment to excellence are the key factors to our success. Over the past 55 years, our employees have been instrumental in building and upholding these values to create a company reputation and culture 2nd to none. Being part of the 100 Best is something we are extremely proud of.

31. Gee Automotive Companies

Location: Milwaukie
Website: geeautomotive.com
Oregon Employees: 1006
Score: 570.11

This car-dealership company offers four medical plans, two dental plans, pet insurance and additional life insurance for employees, spouse and children. “When assistance is needed, someone always steps up,” one employee writes. “The company will promote from within, and that is very important to me. Having lunch once in a while really perks up the team!”

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The heart of our inspiring culture is built from our values, Team, Trust, Excellence, Family, Integrity, and Learning.  We celebrate our dedicated, engaged employees for the continuing success that makes us a Best Company to Work For in Oregon.

32. R&H Construction

Location: Portland
Website: rhconst.com
Oregon Employees: 202
Score: 569.29

This construction company offers 100% employer-paid dental and vision for employees and family members; Thanksgiving turkeys and pies for all team members; employee holiday gifts and bonuses provided at the end of the year; a $35-per-month fitness incentive; virtual supper clubs; and includes employee-led wellness, community service, safety and diversity, equity and inclusion committees.

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33. Sunriver Resort

Location: Sunriver
Website: sunriverresort.com
Oregon Employees: 450
Score: 566.33

This resort gave $100 gift cards for gas to every employee between May and October of 2022. The company also offers a $500 referral bonus for employees who refer anyone to work at the company; discounts at local vendors; and free or discounted services and purchases on the resort. The company also has a “silver linings” fund between $250 and $500 for employees experiencing hardship.

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Sunriver Resort is the Pacific Northwest’s treasured outpost for adventure. Our staff is the foundation of the family-like atmosphere that sets Sunriver apart, and this recognition is a testament to their hard work and dedication. We are incredibly honored.

1. AYUMETRIX

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: ayumetrix.com
Oregon Employees: 38
Score: 639.76

“The hours are flexible, which helps create a healthy atmosphere for a work-life balance,” writes one employee of this medical testing company. “Everyone is very kind and genuinely enjoys being around one another. The environment is very team-focused, and anyone is willing to lend a hand to help someone else or answer questions.”

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2. Oregon Restoration

Location: Tigard
Website: oregonrestoration.com
Oregon Employees: 45
Score: 632.21

This provider of repair and restoration services offers a comprehensive benefits package, including access to a service that helps employees negotiate their medical bills; membership in the SmartDollar money management program; reimbursement for AAA memberships; professional development opportunities; ID theft protection; and travel emergency assistance.

3. NAI Elliott

Location: Portland
Website: naielliott.com
Oregon Employees: 64
Score: 629.73

“I love the team energy at NAI Elliott!” writes one employee of this commercial real estate company. “I perform best when I’m in an environment where everyone takes pride in what they do, works together to achieve excellence and performs at the highest level in all situations…the people are what make NAI Elliott great!”

4. Energy 350

Location: Portland
Website: energy350.com
Oregon Employees: 36
Score: 625.19

“Energy 350 offers an awesome team environment that consists of great people who support and motivate each other, which in turn makes the job very enjoyable and rewarding,” writes one employee of this energy-efficiency services provider. “Management prioritizes the well-being of employees over the bottom line while running a very successful business.”

5. Steele Electric

Location: Beaverton
Website: nwsteele.com
Oregon Employees: 35
Score: 623.20

“We all work together very well. The main concept is that we are a team, and combined efforts make us as a company great!” writes one employee of this Beaverton-based provider of commercial electrical services. “I think that the owner genuinely cares about his employees and his community,” writes another.

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6. Markowitz Herbold

Location: Portland
Website: markowitzherbold.com
Oregon Employees: 65
Score: 621.94

This Portland law firm pays for bus passes and employee parking in downtown Portland, holds a twice-monthly wine party for all employees, a summer barbecue, gives year-end discretionary bonuses, puts on a holiday party, as well as an annual firm open house for clients and lawyers in the legal industry.

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7. Avista Utilities

Location: Medford
Website: myavista.com
Oregon Employees: 64
Score: 620.47

“The efforts made by the company to support each employee in their journey while offering an open path to multiple opportunities of growth is unmatched and makes it very welcoming to come to work and give it your all each and every day,” writes one employee of this Medford-based utility company.

8. Colas Construction

Location: Portland
Website: colasconstruction.com
Oregon Employees: 50
Score: 617.60

“Colas Construction welcomes people from all different backgrounds to learn and grow as a team, encouraging us to celebrate our differences and lean on each other’s strengths,” writes one employee of this Portland construction firm. “Great co-workers. Great leadership. A company to be proud to work for,” writes another.

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9. KDP Certified Public Accountants

Location: Medford
Website: kdpllp.com
Oregon Employees: 52
Score: 615.79

“The people and management make KDP great. They support and care for the employees as actual people. The work-life balance is taken seriously, and those overworking are not rewarded,” writes one employee of this accounting firm. “Fantastic folks, brilliant culture and always puts the client first,” writes another.

10. Farleigh Wada Witt

Location: Portland
Website: fwwlaw.com
Oregon Employees: 37
Score: 614.88

“What makes our company great is the fact that you have the opportunity to grow and expand your knowledge on a daily basis,” writes one employee of this law firm. “Everyone does their share to maintain a well-balanced workload without having the stress be put on one individual.”

11. Hagan Hamilton Insurance Solutions

Location: McMinnville
Website: haganhamilton.com
Oregon Employees: 45
Score: 613.76

“Hagan Hamilton is a great company to work for. We are like family. We can trust and depend on one another,” writes one employee of this McMinnville insurance brokerage. Employees praised the health benefits, 401(k) and well-organized, supportive management.

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Hagan Hamilton provides thoughtful insurance solutions throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest.  Our team is the heartbeat behind everything we do.  We are honored to be part of the 100 Best Companies to work for 14 years in a row!

12. MorningStar of Happy Valley

Location: Happy Valley
Website: morningstarseniorliving.com
Oregon Employees: 40
Score: 612.56

Employees of this Happy Valley senior-living facility praised the team atmosphere, where senior staff will help out on the floor when needed. “Morningstar of Happy Valley is a great place to work; they listen and hear our concerns,” one employee writes.

13. Garrison’s Home

Location: Central Point
Website: garrisons.com
Oregon Employees: 64
Score: 611.53

“I think our culture is what makes this an amazing company to work for. There’s never a day I dread coming to work,” writes one employee of this Central Point home-furnishings store. “Communication throughout the company makes it easy to share thoughts and ideas for improvement. The culture is great. Everyone is friendly and helpful.”

14. Holst Architecture

Location: Portland
Website: holstarc.com
Oregon Employees: 47
Score: 610.02

“Holst is a place that doesn’t judge you based on your background but elevates you based on your determination to learn,” writes one worker at this Portland architecture firm, where employees receive an annual year-end bonus and have monthly volunteer opportunities, and where there is an internal mentorship/advocate program.

15. Emerick Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: emerick.com
Oregon Employees: 75
Score: 608.17

Employees praised the work-life balance, communication and opportunities for growth and support at this construction company. “The management structure encourages people to problem solve and think independently, while being supportive. The culture is one of hard work, but there’s also a fun camaraderie that comes along with it,” one employee writes.

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Emerick Construction provides general contracting services for the A/E/C industry. Our employees are the foundation of our success over the past 80 years strong.  Our team made it possible to be on the 100 Best list, an honor we are very proud of.

16. Rich Duncan Construction

Location: Salem
Website: richduncanconstruction.com
Oregon Employees: 36
Score: 607.90

Employees of this Salem construction firm praised the company’s communication, team environment and support for the community, with one describing it as “one big family working toward the same goals for success.” Another wrote that there is little micromanagement: “They let me take control of my projects like they are my own.”

17. Eugene Gastroenterology Consultants

Location: Springfield
Website: eugenegi.com
Oregon Employees: 45
Score: 607.11

“I love our company’s benefits. They have an extremely great 401(k) plan that includes profit sharing so they are putting upwards of 16% to 18% in our account,” writes one employee at this medical clinic. “The doctors and management also do little things constantly to make us feel appreciated, including gifts, bonuses, lunches.”

18. Pfeifer Roofing

Location: Salem
Website: pfeiferroofing.com
Oregon Employees: 75
Score: 606.27

Staff at this Salem roofing company enjoy an outdoor seating area, deck, coordinated carpooling and a putting green. The company offers paid training and supports education for personal growth and development. “Pfeifer Roofing treats all employees like family. Hard-work ethic in a fast-paced industry, but always trying to have fun and keep things light,” one employee writes.

19. Sussman Shank

Location: Portland
Website: sussmanshank.com
Oregon Employees: 59
Score: 605.18

This law firm offers full-remote work capabilities for all nonessential personnel. Employees praised the employer’s flexibility, access to free parking and catered lunches. “Everyone is incredibly kind and supportive, and the environment my co-workers create makes the office a safe place to ask questions and seek advice from one another,” says one employee.

20. Metal Masters

Location: Medford
Website: metalmasters-inc.com
Oregon Employees: 75
Score: 601.98

“The owners and managers value the work-life balance. They encourage taking time off and applaud ingenuity and effort,” writes one employee of this Medford HVAC service. Employees will find dental insurance, no cap on PTO earnings and a management team trained to provide a safe working culture.

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Metal Masters has been providing HVAC services to southern Oregon since 1968. We are incredibly grateful for—and congratulate—our employees for their every-day dedication and contribution to making Metal Masters a great company to work for!

21. Outlier Construction

Location: Medford
Website: outlierbuilt.com
Oregon Employees: 68
Score: 599.47

This construction company offers jobsite lunches, gift cards on employees’ birthdays and holidays, quarterly all-employee check-ins, and a summer barbecue. “The owners are all-in. They work harder and longer than most anyone. …They also really care about making sure we get our hours, but that we are still able to make it home to the family and have our weekends.”

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22. TZ Medical

Location: Portland
Website: tzmedical.com
Oregon Employees: 74
Score: 599.43

Employees of this medical-equipment manufacturer praised the company’s work-life balance, “chill” environment and lack of micromanaging. “I have to honestly say I have the best bosses ever,” says one employee. “They care about each employee. They care about us outside work, and we have full support from them.”

23. Solutions YES

Location:  Portland
Website: solutionsyes.com
Oregon Employees: 35
Score: 598.07

“Solutions Yes is the best company I have ever worked for. They expect you to do your job, but they don’t micromanage you,” says one employee of this Tigard-based provider of managed print services. “They are very supportive when it comes to special pricing for equipment and will work with you on both work and personal needs.” Other employees praised company culture and teamwork.

24. Kinco

Location: Portland
Website: kinco.com
Oregon Employees: 60
Score: 597.30

This glove manufacturer provides employees with paid gym memberships, fitness apps and meditation apps. During the pandemic, the company offered free laptops for employees’ children, free school pictures at the office and a tutor for children at risk of falling behind. “I worked at my previous job for 23 years and wish I would have quit sooner to work for Kinco,” one employee writes.

25. Tec Laboratories

Location: Albany
Website: teclabsinc.com
Oregon Employees: 46
Score: 596.99

This maker of over-the-counter dermatology products offers paid training and an educational assistance program with 100% tuition reimbursement. “The flexibility through COVID to work remotely was amazing,” says one employee. “I also just found out at a meeting that we have two people who have earned their master’s degrees while working full-time, and Tec paid for it.”

26. Timberlab

Location: Portland
Website: timberlab.com
Oregon Employees: 47
Score: 595.91

“Employees truly believe in our mission statement, make their best effort to help co-workers and aren’t afraid to ask for help themselves,” says one worker at this Portland-based mass timber manufacturer and construction company. “There is a great culture of fun, respect for time outside of work hours, and opportunities for travel and promotions. I can’t say enough about how much I love this company.”

27. Pepper Foster Consulting

Location: Portland
Website: pepperfoster.com
Oregon Employees: 38
Score: 595.81

This management consultancy offers employees eight floating holidays, monthly social events, an annual all-expenses-paid team retreat, training reimbursement plus paid time off to volunteer. “Pepper Foster provides an enormous amount of flexibility in how we do our work and in how we balance work with other life commitments,” says one employee.

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28. CIDA Architects and Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: cidainc.com
Oregon Employees: 36
Score: 595.70

“I personally had a situation recently where I was preoccupied with a family emergency for numerous days, and CIDA allowed me to travel and was accepting of the limited work I was able to accomplish,” says one employee. Workers praise CIDA’s regular happy hour, potlucks and team-building environments. “Management at CIDA truly treat their employees like family.”

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29. First Federal Savings and Loan

Location: McMinnville
Website: firstfedweb.com
Oregon Employees: 79
Score: 595.49

This savings and loan offers employees two hours of paid personal time each month plus eight hours of paid volunteer time annually. “The past year, our company has gone above and beyond to make us feel appreciated,” writes one worker. “Emphasis is placed on valuing staff and maintaining a robust and well-thought-out benefits package,” writes another.

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30. Work Sharp

Location: Ashland
Website: worksharptools.com
Oregon Employees: 92
Score: 594.08

This manufacturer of knife and tool sharperners offers culture training, paid volunteer time, dental reimbursement and a $500 bonus for employees who take five consecutive vacation days. Leadership regularly makes burritos in the morning and runs a coffee bar for co-workers. “Work Sharp makes meaningful investments in each of us,” says one employee.

31. Kernutt Stokes

Location: Eugene
Website: kernuttstokes.com
Oregon Employees: 65
Score: 592.78

This accounting firm offers movie nights, pumpkin-patch visits and tailgating during games at University of Oregon and Oregon State.  “Kernutt Stokes walks the walks of its culture and values. Employees are treated both well and — more important — fairly,” says one employee. “Annual compensation increases, generous PTO and health benefits also allow Kernutt Stokes to stand out.”

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32. General Pacific

Location: Fairview
Website: genpac.com
Oregon Employees: 48
Score: 592.32

This utility-distribution supplier does not place limits on sick-time accrual, and a balance above 1,300 hours of sick time can be converted to vacation time. One employee praises “the incredible benefits towards retirement, the medical plans, the support management provides and the open communication throughout the company. Everyone wants to see each other succeed.”

33. MassMutual Oregon

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: oregon.massmutual.com
Oregon Employees: 62
Score: 591.12

This financial-planning firm holds company holiday parties, awards dinners and happy hours. Employees enjoy incentive trips and management that encourage work-life balance. “I am so thankful to be part of such a great organization. The culture, continued growth and team collaboration we have is unmatched,” says one employee.

34. Kidder Mathews

Location: Portland
Website: kidder.com
Oregon Employees: 69
Score: 590.45

Employees receive a benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, mental health, alternative care programs, long-term disability, pet insurance and identify theft protection. “The Oregon office is particularly great because the managing director, Steven Klein, is willing to help everyone and genuinely wants them to succeed,” says one employee.

1. Hermanson

Location: Tigard
Website: hermanson.com
Oregon Employees: 20
Score: 667.01

“Hermanson is a fantastic place to work. The company values actually state that family matters and character counts. Their values are targeted to the employees and their families,” says one employee of this Tigard mechanical contractor. “This is an up-and-coming company. Glad to be a part of the growth!” says another.

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2. WestPac Wealth Partners

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: westpacwealth.com
Oregon Employees: 23
Score: 656.33

Employees of this financial-planning firm praise the company’s emphasis on learning and development, as well as a culture that prizes work-life balance. “The culture is amazing and the biggest reason I stay here… the group of people I get to work with each day are second to none!” writes one worker.

3. Meadow Outdoor Advertising

Location: The Dalles
Website: meadowoutdoor.com
Oregon Employees: 24
Score: 640.35

Employees at this advertising firm enjoy a pet-friendly office and company leadership that trusts the staff. “This small family-owned business does create flexibility for the employees,” one worker writes. “The employees are able to do their jobs without having micromanagement occur.”

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4. Vista Capital Partners

Location: Portland
Website: vistacp.com
Oregon Employees: 27
Score: 637.92

The financial-planning firm provides flexible PTO, paid sabbaticals, charitable giving and volunteer days, development days, and a 401(k) with profit sharing. “Vista is extremely employee-focused. They value and listen to their employees and strive to make Vista the best place to work,” one employee writes.

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5. Root Mortgage

Location: Clackamas
Website: rootmortgage.com
Oregon Employees: 27
Score: 632.18

“This company is led by people who believe in changing the way the mortgage industry is run and want it to be an education-first firm. My peers are some of the best in the industry, and it’s very team-oriented,” writes one employee of this Clackamas mortgage lender.

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6. A&R Solar

Location: Tualatin
Website: a-rsolar.com
Oregon Employees: 25
Score: 631.62

Workers at this solar-equipment installer receive reimbursement for continued education and for purchases related to home offices as well as employee discounts. “A&R is about as close to the ideal as I could reasonably imagine,” one worker writes. “The company really places value on our interpersonal relationships and makes efforts to get us all together.”

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7. Percipio Consulting Group

Location: Portland
Website: percipiogroup.com
Oregon Employees: 30
Score: 628.78

Employees of this management consultancy praise the company’s team environment and its commitment to its employees’ growth. “The culture at Percipio is like none other — The people are incredible; everyone is so helpful and willing to make themselves available to be a mentor or sounding board,” one employee writes.

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8. ProFocus Technology

Location: Portland
Website: profocustechnology.com
Oregon Employees: 18
Score: 628.27

Employees at this IT staffing company get counseling sessions through the company’s wellness program, a comprehensive sales performance incentive plan and a rewards program, which has included all-expenses-paid trips to Las Vegas and Bend. “The care goes beyond just treating us well at work,” notes one employee.

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9. Cell Staff

Location: Portland
Website: cellstaff.com
Oregon Employees: 16
Score: 628.23

This Portland-based medical staffing agency offers managers free gym memberships and a college-loan reimbursement program. “Cell Staff really values its employees, and the company goes out of its way to show us,” one employee writes. “Compensation is well above average, and the work environment is engaging and fun.”

10. Madden Industrial Craftsmen

Location: Beaverton
Website: mici.com
Oregon Employees: 20
Score: 622.59

“The Madden family encourages our personal growth both inside and outside the workplace,” writes one employee of this Beaverton industrial staffing agency. “They promote a work-life balance and are understanding of sudden appointments, kids’ recitals and the need for time off to navigate life outside work.”

11. S+B James Construction Management

Location: White City
Website: sbjames.com
Oregon Employees: 34
Score: 616.33

Workers at this White City contractor praise the family-feel environment and high levels of personal support. “They keep morale high and always take care of their employees, and when someone is sick or has a family issue, they provide gifts and try to ease their worry by providing meals or other helpful items,” one employee writes.

12. Davidson Benefits Planning – An Alera Group Company

Location: Tigard
Website: davidsonbenefitsplanning.com
Oregon Employees: 25
Score: 615.58

Staff praise this benefits-planning company’s unlimited PTO policy and supportive leadership. One worker noted the company management’s “innovation, striving to always improve the culture for employees, relentless energy to create synergies, and shared responsibilities to always excel to our fullest extent.”

13. RHT Energy

Location: Medford
Website: rhtenergy.com
Oregon Employees: 16
Score: 614.96

This Medford-based engineering and energy consulting firm’s employees are given healthy office refreshments, a pet-friendly workspace and massage chairs, as well as the opportunity to work remotely.  “Flexibility in working from the office or home has been great the last two years, as well as work-life balance,” one worker writes.

14. Cascade Insights

Location: Portland
Website: cascadeinsights.com
Oregon Employees: 15
Score: 613.77

Workers at this market-research firm enjoy a fully remote company with flexible schedules; reimbursement up to the IRS maximum for medical, dental and vision insurance premiums; as well as one paid day off per year to allow employees to volunteer in their community. “Family is top priority, and this is demonstrated by example,” one employee writes.

15. Barran Liebman

Location: Portland
Website: barran.com
Oregon Employees: 28
Score: 611.72

Workers at this law firm praise its emphasis on family, flexibility and work-life balance. “We invest our company profits into any opportunity to celebrate one another,” writes one employee. “When my husband was in the hospital, people volunteered to help with my projects and bring us food, and even offered babysitting. I was overwhelmed with the support.”

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16. Upward Technology

Location: Portland
Website: upward-technology.com
Oregon Employees: 15
Score: 607.57

Staff at this managed service provider and cybersecurity consultancy in Portland praise the company’s flexible management structure and unlimited PTO. This year Upward added 100% coverage for dental and vision to its benefits package. “Upward is constantly reevaluating how we can grow as a company in all areas of our business,” one employee writes.

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17. Healing Motion Physical Therapy

Location: Philomath
Website: healingmotionpt.com
Oregon Employees: 25
Score: 607.51

“From the first day on the job, the owners go above and beyond to ensure each team member is valued and appreciated,” says one employee of this Philomath physical therapy provider. “There is flexibility with scheduling, family and health are always first priory. They have appreciation parties twice a year to let all the staff know how much they matter.”

18. 3J Consulting

Location: Beaverton
Website: 3jconsulting.com
Oregon Employees: 33
Score: 607.06

Benefits at this engineering and planning firm include an in-office gym, an in-office shower, company vehicles, and season tickets to the Portland Timbers and Thorns. “I’m extremely happy that 3J provides 16 hours per year for paid volunteering time,” one employee writes. “I’m also happy that 3J allows me to seek out training opportunities that interest me.”

19. Mad Fish Digital

Location: Portland
Website: madfishdigital.com
Oregon Employees: 22
Score: 606.89

The digital marketing agency offers unlimited PTO, mental health days, 401(k) matching, 100% paid benefits and monthly stipends for home offices or wellness plans. “My company understands that we need to be doing well as a person before we can do well at work. The flexibility when it comes to work hours, to PTO, to ease of sharing with my manager make it great,” one employee writes.

20. Anning-Johnson

Location: Wilsonville
Website: anningjohnson.com
Oregon Employees: 15
Score: 606.83

This construction company shares profits with all workers. The company took a trip to Hawaii this year and hosts breakfasts every month for its field-supervisor meetings. “This has been a great company to work for,” writes one employee. “Stock options, profit sharing. Reward trips. Flexibility for doctor appointments. Everyone works together to get the work done.”

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21. Cable Hill Partners

Location: Portland
Website: cablehill.com
Oregon Employees: 20
Score: 604.99

“Every employee is able to weigh in and provide their own perspective for company-wide efforts and changes,” writes one employee of this Portland-based wealth-management firm, adding, “Cable Hill has been a place of encouragement to be the greatest version of yourself possible, and you are given resources and the ability to do so.”

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22. Brighton Jones

Location: Portland
Website: brightonjones.com
Oregon Employees: 20
Score: 604.18

This Portland financial planner offers unlimited PTO for volunteering, as well as mindfulness-based emotional and social-intelligence training, and works with a DEI firm to provide employee training. “Brighton Jones is very unique in that it truly believes in giving back to its people and team,” says one employee.

23. Evergreen Consulting Group

Location: Beaverton
Website: evergreen-efficiency.com
Oregon Employees: 33
Score: 603.83

“We all work from home offices, which heightens our sustainability efforts and our work-life balance. You’d think working remote would feel isolating, but there is an outreach protocol internally to make sure employees, new or old, are welcomed and supported,” writes one employee of this business consultancy.

24. Brainium

Location: Portland
Website: brainium.com
Oregon Employees: 33
Score: 602.91

This mobile-game developer offers paid vacation travel, 50% reimbursement for iPhones and matching donations to complement employees’ volunteer hours. “They provide a gorgeous office, meals, snacks, beverages, team events several times a month and fantastic benefits. And the office is dog-friendly,” says one employee. “The culture is wonderful, and everyone vibes really well.”

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25. Matrix Networks

Location: Portland
Website: mtrx.com
Oregon Employees: 19
Score: 600.50

Employees at this information technology and communication company praise the firm’s supportive team environment and support of remote work and work-life balance. “Matrix Networks is a community of wonderful people, made up of our employees, customers and vendors. We enjoy working together and share a common vision,” one worker writes.

26. Rizzo Mattingly Bosworth

Location: Portland
Website: rizzopc.com
Oregon Employees: 17
Score: 597.55

Workers praise work-life balance and flexible work remote/in-office policies at this law firm, as well as the “kind and sympathetic” management team. “We’re very big on teamwork in my department and very understanding when life happens,” one employee writes. “Everyone is extremely down to earth while also being hard workers and great team players,” says another.

27. Kelly’s Automotive Service

Location: Grants Pass
Website: kellysautomotive.com
Oregon Employees: 27
Score: 595.65

“I have been in this field my entire professional career of 38 years and have never been treated so well,” writes one employee of this auto repair shop. “I can honestly say that I look forward to going to work every day. If all companies were run as well as Kelly’s, there would be a lot of happy people, employees and customers alike.”

28. Jackson County Physical Therapy

Location: Medford
Website: jc-pt.com
Oregon Employees: 27
Score: 594.76

Employees praise this Medford clinic’s schedule flexibility, and the amount of time they get to spend with patients and one another. “The people I work with and for make the office a fun and inviting environment,” one worker writes. “I look forward to coming to work knowing that I will be supported both at work and in my personal life.”

29. Fairway America

Location: Portland
Website: fairwayamerica.com
Oregon Employees: 28
Score: 594.26

“My company truly values day-to-day work-life balance. They don’t just say it, but they truly enact it,” says one employee of this Tigard investment manager. “I have never been made to feel guilty when I need to reorganize or shift things for work. All of our goals are team-oriented, which promotes a great culture.”

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30. NFM Lending

Location: Oregon City
Website: nfmlending.com
Oregon Employees: 20
Score: 592.89

Employees at this Oregon City mortgage lender have access to telehealth, wellness programs, yoga and discounted gym memberships and a financial advisor. “We have an amazing team leader who invests in your future and cares about how you are growing in your personal and professional life,” writes one employee.

31. Wicks Emmett

Location: Roseburg
Website: wicksemmett.com
Oregon Employees: 22
Score: 592.30

“Even in a front-desk role, where there is less flexibility in schedule, I can take the time off that I need, be it vacation or sick [leave] or a family emergency,” says one employee at this Roseburg accounting firm. “There are always a slew of coffee cards or gift cards to local food establishments as reward for jobs well done, extra days off, you name it.”

32. Watkinson Laird Rubenstein

Location: Eugene
Website: wlrlaw.com
Oregon Employees: 18
Score: 592.23

This law firm offers 2.5 hours of free PTO on 10 Friday afternoons during the summer, a holiday party and a 105(h) plan for health care costs. “This company is progressive and excited to hear new ideas and incorporate them. They are compassionate about their employee needs and extremely flexible with time off, working from home, and maintaining a healthy home-work life.”

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33. NW Staffing Resources

Location: Portland
Website: nwstaffing.com
Oregon Employees: 29
Score: 589.31

This staffing firm offers hybrid work options for all employees, and workers praise the company’s commitment to work-life balance. “The leadership is very interested in the well-being of their employees, including their happiness within their role,” says one employee. “The culture is kind and attentive, [valuing] an inclusive and welcoming environment.”

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Welcome to the 2022 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon list. This month we mark the second anniversary of COVID-19 closures in Oregon and across the United States. These 100 Best employers continued to show extraordinary leadership when it comes to maintaining a strong culture and happy workforce while facing challenges created by the pandemic.

These employers are evidence that there are businesses that care about keeping their workforces happy whatever the circumstances, and that despite one of the biggest changes to workplace norms ever experienced in a generation, companies can make it work and even come out better from the experience.

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1. Crystal Greens Landscape

Location:  Clackamas
Website: crystalgreenslandscape.com
Oregon employees:  180 | Score: 634.18

“The best part of my company is the culture that we have been able to build here,” writes one employee of this landscape management company. “It is supportive and encouraging and fun!” OB’s top large employer aims to foster a “people-first” culture with an emphasis on work-life balance.

2. Walsh Construction

Location:  Portland
Website: walshconstruction.com
Oregon employees:  109 | Score: 632.31

Walsh Construction Company offers scholarships for the children of employees as well as a host of health and wellness benefits, including an employee gym with a yoga floor and weight system as well as a home gym reimbursement, on-site clinics and paid time off for employees to receive and recover from vaccinations.

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3. LMC Construction

Location:  Tualatin
Website: lmcconstruction.com
Oregon employees:  113 | Score: 608.79

Employees of LMC Construction praised the company’s culture of constant communication and friendly work environment. “They don’t micromanage me, they treat me like an adult, and they trust in my decisions to help benefit and grow the business,” one employee writes.

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4. Directors Mortgage

Location:  Lake Oswego
Website: directorsmortgage.com
Oregon employees:  180 | Score: 606.99

Directors Mortgage honors employees with annual Circle of Excellence awards and encourages employees to get involved in their local communities and support causes of their choice, with additional contributions from the company. “It is so cool to work for a company that recognizes and rewards hard work,” one employee writes.

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5. Hayden Homes

Location:  Redmond
Website: hayden-homes.com 
Oregon employees:  155 | Score: 606.38

“The company is generous in general but really rallies behind a team member in crisis,” writes one employee of this Redmond-based home builder, which offers a $45,000 discount on the purchase of a new home as well as monthly catered happy hours, an annual paid retreat for employees and spouses in Bend, and numerous professional development opportunities.

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6. Parametrix

Location:  Portland
Website: parametrix.com 
Oregon employees:  107 | Score: 604.53

This employee-owned civil engineering firm “is the kind of place where the leadership walks the walk and talks the talk,” one employee writes. “I love that the heartbeat and driver of PMX is to do good work for the betterment of the collective. Plus, being 100% employee-owned gives us all a stake in the game and, for many, a sense of personal pride.”

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7. Harper Houf Peterson Righellis

Location:  Portland
Website: hhpr.com 
Oregon employees:  105 | Score: 603.94

This firm provides civil engineering, landscape architecture and surveying services, and pays 100% of the premiums for medical care for employees and their families. Staffers wrote that the company exerts a “good pressure” to perform well and “does an excellent job of taking notice and rewarding people who make extra efforts.”

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8. Milestone Systems

Location:  Lake Oswego
Website: milestonesys.com
Oregon employees:  102 | Score: 603.62

Milestone Systems makes video management software and allows employees an education reimbursement, professional development financial assistance, paid time off to volunteer and a monthly free massage. “The benefits are superior, better than most companies I have ever worked for,” one employee writes.

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9. UScellular

Location:  Medford
Website: uscellular.com
Oregon employees:  108 | Score: 598.58

UScellular offers free membership to Care.com to find child care, elder care and pet care providers, as well as access to multiple wellness programs. Employees praised the team atmosphere and the commitment to doing business locally. “UScellular has the tools and resources of a large enterprise with the feel of a small business,” one writes.

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10. The Partners Group

Location:  Portland
Website: thepartnersgroup.com 
Oregon employees:  110 | Score: 597.62

This insurance agency offers a flexible schedule, paid time off to volunteer, office lunches, catered happy hours and an annual company off-site as well as regular family events. “I have never felt as supported by my employer as I do with TPG,” one employee writes.

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11. Express Employment Professionals

Location:  Tualatin
Website: expresspros.com 
Oregon employees:  150 | Score: 595.87

“We get to have a hands-on experience helping someone find their first job, coaching them through the ups and downs,” one employee writes. “We get to find someone’s dream job for them, jobs they didn’t even know existed.”

12. Carr Auto Group

Location:  Beaverton
Website: carrauto.com 
Oregon employees:  265 | Score: 591.93

Longtime employees at Carr Auto Group receive trips to Hawaii — or wherever else they would like to go — and those who perform outstanding customer service get bonus cash. Carr also holds an annual company picnic and regular employee-morale events.

13. David Evans and Associates

Location:  Portland
Website: deainc.com 
Oregon employees:  298 | Score: 590.08

This multidisciplinary firm of engineers, planners and landscape architects offers generous time off and a $200 benefit for wellness, as well as career-development grants. “The culture is unlike anywhere I have worked before. Our leaders lead with trust, collaboration and kindness,” one employee writes.

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14. T-Mobile

Location:  Salem
Website: t-mobile.com
Oregon employees:  799 | Score: 589.97

“Putting customers and employees first is not just given lip service. It is an integral part of the company culture and a top priority,” writes one employee. T-Mobile’s perks package includes a free gym at the call center, two quiet rooms with massage chairs, lactation rooms, wellness programs and recognition programs for customer service staff.

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T-Mobile is America’s supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network that will offer reliable connectivity for all. T-Mobile’s customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, unwavering obsession with offering them the best possible service experience and undisputable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in wireless and beyond.

15. Andersen Construction

Location:  Portland
Website: andersen-const.com 
Oregon employees:  192 | Score: 587.27

Andersen Construction offers profit sharing, monetary wellness incentives and mental health benefits allowing employees to see any provider they choose. “Strong, confident people building strong, confident teams to build strong, confident projects where everyone can share in the accomplishments,” one employee writes.

16. Perlo Construction

Location:  Tualatin
Website: perlo.biz
Oregon employees:  155 | Score: 587.02

“Perlo creates a culture where everyone feels valued and equal,” one employee writes. The company’s benefits package includes an on-site gym, profit sharing, paid philanthropy time, flexible hours and an annual performance bonus.

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Perlo Construction is proud to be continually ranked as one of the best places to work in Oregon. We work hard, we take care of our people, and we always do what’s right.

17. Rogue Credit Union

Location:  Medford
Website: roguecu.org
Oregon employees:  540 | Score: 586.28

Rogue Credit Union offers tuition reimbursement, interest-free loans, free gym memberships and an on-site fitness facility. The company also offers up to 320 hours of protected leave for employees. “I always feel like a team of people are supporting me and my career goals,” one employee writes.

18. Swinerton

Location:  Portland
Website:  swinerton.com 
Oregon employees:  150 | Score: 585.09

“This is a meritocracy,” writes one employee of this commercial construction company. “As an employee-owned company, your advancement and opportunity is a direct reflection of your performance. The company backs up their mission to hire, train, and develop good people, no matter your race, creed, or religion.”

19. North Highland

Location:  Portland
Website: northhighland.com 
Oregon employees:  107 | Score: 582.92

“North Highland has provided a stable, positive and rewarding work environment, which I truly appreciate after moving from out of state with my family,” writes one employee of this management consulting firm. “Our firm is constantly exploring opportunities to evolve and make improvements, and they take an inclusive approach to engage all employees as equals.”

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20. Pacific Landscape Management

Location:  Hillsboro
Website: pacscape.com 
Oregon employees:  294 | Score: 581.63

This firm offers bonuses for every year of service to the company; tickets to Timbers and Blazers games; store passes to Columbia, Nike and Adidas; and scholarships for employees’ children. “I have flexibility in my hours and am empowered to do my job without interference,” writes one staffer.

21. Vernier Software & Technology

Location:  Beaverton
Website: vernier.com 
Oregon employees:  106 | Score: 581.52

Vernier provides software and other products for science educators. “The company’s mission, the people and the environment are all amazing,” one worker writes. “Add on that they do their best to provide people with opportunities to grow, through education and advancement.”

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Vernier Software & Technology has been on the 100 Best Oregon Companies list more than 20 times. We are thankful to all of our employees for making us one of the Best Companies to Work for in Oregon again.

22. PAE Consulting Engineers

Location:  Portland
Website: pae-engineers.com 
Oregon employees:  225 | Score: 581.26

This sustainable engineering firm offers an on-site gym in its Portland office and a gym membership reimbursement for employees working elsewhere, as well as a fully paid commuter transit benefit, the option to telecommute as many as four days a week and flexible work schedules.

23. Oregon Community Credit Union

Location:  Eugene
Website: myoccu.org 
Oregon employees:  476 | Score: 580.53

“OCCU really treats employees like people rather than tools for the company,” one staffer writes, adding that management habitually offers accommodations and promotes work-life balance whenever possible. “The organization is committed to the growth, development and engagement of employees at all levels.”

24. General Sheet Metal

Location:  Clackamas
Website: gsmw.com 
Oregon employees:  105 | Score: 580.25

General Sheet Metal offers an on-site gym, an on-site chef with discounted meals and an online employee recognition program that includes cash rewards. “We have a very generous owner, and the team here is very thoughtful, polite and just great to work with,” writes one employee.

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Being on the 100 Best list is an honor. We are especially grateful to our employees for continuing to do their part in living our core values, fostering a caring and inclusive culture, while driving results safely, building success together!

25. Lone Rock Resources

Location:  Roseburg
Website: lonerockresources.com 
Oregon employees:  106 | Score: 577.29

“Lone Rock Resources is a workplace that I can actually wake up in the morning and be glad to go to. For the most part, everyone treats each other with respect and fairness, and gets their work done while taking pride in what they do,” writes one employee of this timber company.

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26. Aldrich

Location:  Salem
Website: aldrichadvisors.com 
Oregon employees:  224 | Score: 576.49

“Communication from all levels of leadership is great. Monthly all-hands meeting is fantastic!” writes one employee of this accounting and consulting firm. “Everyone is very open and willing to help anyone.”

27. Hallmark Inns & Resorts

Location:  Lake Oswego
Website: hallmarkinns.com 
Oregon employees:  293 | Score: 572.91

“The way staff is treated is incredible. Being part of an employee-owned company was one of the main qualifiers during my most recent job search,” writes one employee of this hospitality company, which has several locations on the Oregon Coast. “I’m incredibly lucky to be part of such a wonderful team.”

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28. Zapproved

Location:  Portland
Website: zapproved.com 
Oregon employees:  123 | Score: 568.77

This company, which makes discovery software for corporate legal teams, offers a remote-work-first environment, a home-office stipend, regular wellness events and 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all new parents — including adoptive and foster parents.

29. Living Room Realty

Location:  Portland
Website: livingroomre.com 
Oregon employees:  131 | Score: 568.59

Living Room Realty offers a vacation bonus of $500 per year for taking five or more business days off in a row, and offers agents access to a group health care plan. “It is very rare to find a real estate company that truly cares about people over profits. Living Room is that company!” writes one employee.

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Living Room is a woman-owned, values-based Real Estate company dedicated to doing good in our community. Our Members are proud to be a part of a company with a deep understanding of our role in making housing available to all.

30. JE Dunn Construction

Location:  Portland
Website:  jedunn.com 
Oregon employees:  120 | Score: 567.93

This firm, which has been around more than 90 years, offers virtual classes as well as mentoring and coaching to help employees build skills. “I like how they treat you as a member of their team right away, and how they include everyone involved. They have a great retirement plan and promotion opportunities,” writes one employee.

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We exist to enrich lives through inspired people and places. 2022 marks JE Dunn’s 30th anniversary in Portland. Thanks to our employees, partners, and clients for their continued support, inspiration, and leadership.

31. Summit Bank

Location:  Eugene
Website: sbko.bank 
Oregon employees:  104 | Score: 566.59

“The executives are all very enthusiastic, kind and brilliant. Summit feels more like a second home than just going to work every day. Everyone here is treated with respect at every level. Summit does a great job seeking feedback and actually takes action on employee suggestions,” writes one employee.

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Summit Bank provides personalized service and professional banking advice. What truly differentiates us from other financial institutions is that all of our decisions are made locally, which results in responsive times for loan requests, decision making and flexible solutions.

32. Oregon Pacific Bank

Location:  Florence
Website: opbc.com 
Oregon employees:  123 | Score: 566.40

Workers praise the bank’s commitment to its customers and its community as well as its employees. “This company has a deep connection in their communities in each market. The full relationship belief and commitment to their employees and clients is outstanding and valued,” one employee writes.

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We are proud to make a difference in the communities we serve, and we owe that difference to the incredible employees on our team! We are honored to be on the 100 Best list again in 2022.

33. Fortis Construction

Location:  Portland
Website: fortisconstruction.com 
Oregon employees:  350 | Score: 564.68

Fortis offers team events and parties as well as group athletic challenges such as the Fitness Challenge, Hood to Coast and the Cascade Relay. “Everyone you interact with holds the culture near and dear to their heart. It makes coming to work every day very easy,” writes one worker.

1. Energy 350

Location: Portland
Website: energy350.com
Oregon employees: 38 | Score: 644.15

This clean-energy research firm offers a flexible work schedule, a $2,500 wellness benefit and a $15,000 credit for first-time homebuyers. “Like, what?! Now I can buy a house,” writes one employee. “I honestly cannot imagine an American company having a more honest and human centered approach to employment,” writes another.

2. Lorentz Bruun Construction

Location: Portland
Website: bruunconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 55 | Score: 639.05

“Overall, it’s a company that has very evidently continued working hard and making a name for itself as the business has been passed down from generation to generation,” writes one employee of this construction firm. “The office morale is light-hearted and communication is kept very open and honest among the various chains of command.”

3. The Gunter Group

Location: Portland
Website: guntergroup.com
Oregon employees: 45 | Score: 628.00

“This is the kind of company that I always wanted to work for, but didn’t think could actually exist. I feel cared for, appreciated, and there’s always support from every co-worker when it’s needed,” writes one employee of this business-management consulting firm.

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4. KDP Certified Public Accountants

Location: Medford
Website: kdpllp.com
Oregon employees: 46 | Score: 618.11

“Our firm takes great care of its employees, clients and community,” writes one employee of this accounting firm. Workers praised the company’s work-from-home policy, opportunities for growth, inclusive culture and “family-run atmosphere.”

5. NAI Elliott

Location: Portland
Website: naielliott.com
Oregon employees: 53 | Score: 615.61

This commercial real-estate company “always includes us,” keeping employees in the loop regarding changes, writes one employee. “The leadership is unbeatable. The generosity, honesty, flexibility and optimism at this company is the best!”

6. Garrison’s Home

Location: Central Point
Website: garrisons.com
Oregon employees: 55 | Score: 615.13

This home-furnishings store offers employee discounts and friends-and-family discounts to staff who have passed a probationary period. Employees praise the camaraderie and positive energy of the company: “We have a palpable energy that makes it enjoyable to come to work every day.”

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7. Emerick Construction Company

Location: Tualatin
Website: emerick.com
Oregon employees: 83 | Score: 608.80

Employees praised this company’s generous benefits package and encouragement of work-life balance. “Flexibility is key. The president is generous with his time, his thoughts and his compensation,” one employee writes.

8. TZ Medical

Location: Portland
Website: tzmedical.com
Oregon employees: 62 | Score: 606.29

This medical-equipment manufacturer hosts regular team-building activities, a break room fully stocked with drinks and snacks, as well as company lunches and two yearly parties to show appreciation, and a workplace culture employees describe as “second to none.”

9. Barran Liebman

Location: Portland
Website: barran.com
Oregon employees: 40 | Score: 604.85

“It is rare to work for a company where people universally and genuinely care about each other and their well-being. For this reason, the firm culture and personal investment in one another truly make Barran Liebman stand out as an employer and a good company to work for,” writes one employee of this law firm.

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10. Rich Duncan Construction

Location: Salem
Website: richduncanconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 36 | Score: 604.77

“Ownership is constantly investing in the employees, which in turn allows the employees to focus on using their improvements to serve the customers & clients,” one employee writes. “This focus continues to improve customer satisfaction. The ‘bottom line’ isn’t the focus, but continues to improve with the entire team.”

11. Hagan Hamilton Insurance

Location: McMinnville
Website: haganhamilton.com
Oregon employees: 46 | Score: 602.35

This insurance company has recently added two hours of weekly flex time to employees’ schedules to make time for appointments and family events without cutting into personal time off and has enhanced its volunteer program. “We never feel like we have to choose work over our families,” one employee writes.

12. 3J Consulting

Location: Beaverton
Website: 3jconsulting.com
Oregon employees: 35 | Score: 601.04

This civil engineering and community planning firm offers an in-office gym, a reservable company car, a turfed outdoor space for meetings, lunches and gatherings — and the opportunity to choose remote, in-office or flexible hybrid schedule.

13. Markowitz Herbold

Location: Portland
Website: markowitzherbold.com
Oregon employees: 62 | Score: 600.97

This law firm pays for employee parking in downtown Portland and offers a twice-monthly wine party, an annual holiday party, a summer barbecue plus year-end bonuses for all employees. “Markowitz Herbold walks the walk when it comes to providing flexible and supportive employment while also fostering excellence and high achievement,” one employee writes.

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14. Quantum Innovations

Location: Central Point
Website: qtmi.net
Oregon employees: 69 | Score: 598.00

“We are cared about as humans, not just ‘resources,’” writes one employee of this provider of UV and AR (anti-reflective) coating technology for the ophthalmic industry. “We are valued. There is great transparency within the company — we are trusted. We grew throughout the pandemic, and I believe it’s because we focused on helping others.”

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Quantum Innovations, Inc. uses the science of light to create thin-film coatings for eyeglasses. Our company owes all its successes to our employees, their families, and the culture they uphold, both in the office and in the community.

15. Virtual Supply

Location: Beaverton
Website: virtualsupply.com
Oregon employees: 49 | Score: 597.77

“VS continues to invest in its people to give us new challenges and opportunities to grow within the company,” writes one employee of this distribution company, which offers monthly morale events and quarterly get-togethers. The company also honors top employees annually and supports employee participation in educational summits.

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Recognition and appreciation of our team members and partners is celebrated often; and is the reason for the enormous growth our organization has experienced over the past decade. Thank you to our team for making what we do possible.

16. Holst Architecture

Location: Portland
Website: holstarc.com
Oregon employees: 40 | Score: 596.27

“Holst has a great balance of doing exceptional work and providing space for young staff to grow and take risks. It’s an office that looks ahead rather than reflecting on previous solutions for projects,” one employee writes.

17. Star Body Works

Location: Medford
Website: starbodyworks.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 595.97

“This company is family owned and treats employees as part of that family. We all have a job to do, and what makes it great is the joy and trust we have throughout the whole company to do that job,” writes one employee of this auto-body shop.

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18. MassMutual Oregon

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: oregon.massmutual.com
Oregon employees: 65 | Score: 595.88

“Flexible hours, work from home and commitment to our community” are the reasons one employee gives for loving their job at this Lake Oswego financial planner. Employees also enjoy a coffee cart, annual holiday parties and an annual recognition meeting.

19. Hartmann & Forbes

Location: Tualatin
Website: hartmannforbes.com
Oregon employees: 58 | Score: 595.08

“We all have the same goals to stay sustainable, keep a good work-life balance, and be profitable,” says one satisfied employee. The company offers a flexible work schedule, employee meals and kitchens filled with snacks.

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We are honored to be recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon! We celebrate a diverse community motivated by exceptional craftsmanship, environmental stewardship, and uncompromising service.

20. Sussman Shank

Location: Portland
Website: sussmanshank.com
Oregon employees: 55 | Score: 594.97

“Working with great people makes every day easier,” writes one employee of this law firm. “Additionally, the focus on employees and their needs is a priority, and much appreciated, especially during the past year and a half. Sussman has tried to keep us all united while supporting its employees during the weirdest time of our lives.”

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Sussman Shank LLP is a full-service business, litigation, and commercial bankruptcy law firm.  We are honored to celebrate 16 years as one of Oregon’s 100 Best Companies. We recognize that the success of our firm is achieved through our talented and dedicated team of professionals. Thank you and congratulations to everyone at Sussman Shank for earning this recognition!

21. Evergreen Consulting Group

Location: Beaverton
Website: evergreen-efficiency.com
Oregon employees: 35 | Score: 594.64

Employees at this Beaverton management consultancy enjoy work-from-home benefits and flexible working hours, as well as a $500 bonus to take a week of vacation each year.

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Evergreen Consulting Group is committed to making positive change by helping people and companies across the nation use energy efficiently. Our amazing team works every day to foster meaningful relationships and sustainable business practices while supporting a healthier environment.

22. Kinco

Location: Portland
Website: kinco.com
Oregon employees: 54 | Score: 593.49

This glove manufacturer provides employees with gym memberships, tickets for sports and theater events — and two plane tickets for any employee getting married. During the pandemic, the company provided its employees’ children with free laptops for school, school pictures at the office — and a tutor.

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Kinco is a dedicated, second-generation family-owned company making quality gloves since 1975. Built on the ethos of integrity, responsibility, transparency and respect, we prioritize our strong commitment to cultivating an environment filled with purpose and intention among our collaborative community of employees, manufacturers, vendors and customers.

23. Finity Group

Location: Portland
Website: thefinitygroup.com
Oregon employees: 39 | Score: 590.98

Company parties, half-day Fridays and a monthly stipend to take employees out to lunch are all part of the package for employees of this financial planner. “We have kept growing despite challenges,” writes one employee. “We are all sharing in the fun of the success to remain motivated and true to our clients.”

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Finity Group serves to provide clients clear direction and reliable advice for all aspects of their financial world. We believe that we can always accomplish more together as a Team. Finity is honored to be part of the 100 Best.

24. Embassy Suites by Hilton Hotel, Washington Square

Location: Tigard
Website: hilton.com
Oregon employees: 82 | Score: 590.07

“The energy, teamwork and constant nurturing has allowed me to build an amazing career in hospitality,” says one employee, who applauded the company’s opportunities for upward mobility. “This place has a knack for seeing raw talent and allowing it to bloom.”

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A great hotel experience is forged in heartfelt service and a passionate focus on details. The ladies & gentlemen of Embassy Suites are grateful for each opportunity to provide our guests and clients with personal care and attention.

25. Outlier Construction

Location: Medford
Website: outlierbuilt.com
Oregon employees: 69 | Score: 589.05

This company has quarterly gatherings to thank the employees and acknowledge successes. “Our leadership cares about us and our families,” says one employee. “It has been a trying year with COVID-19, and they have been extremely accommodating and flexible.”

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Our Outlier team is Southern Oregon’s commercial construction experts. Our employees are the foundation of our success over the past 4 years. The 100 Best list is an honor we are very proud of. We are overwhelmed with gratitude.

26. Metal Masters

Location: Medford
Website: metalmasters-inc.com
Oregon employees: 80 | Score: 582.05

“They encourage their employees to strive to be the best they can be,” says one employee of this HVAC company, which provides a four-year training program and supports local community causes. “They pay well, provide vacation and holiday pay, and they have bonus incentives.”

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Metal Masters, Inc. has provided residential and commercial HVAC services to southern Oregon for more than 50 years. We congratulate our employees for their every-day dedication and contribution to making Metal Masters a great company to work for!

Tie 27. Mineral

Location: Portland
Website: trustmineral.com
Oregon employees: 70 | Score: 581.62

One worker at this company, which makes human resources software, praises the “culture of positivity from the top all the way down.” Mineral is now a remote-first company, with more than 50% of its employees working from home offices, and provides a $250 stipend to new employees to set up their home work environment.

Tie 27. Precision Analytical

Location: McMinnville
Website: dutchtest.com
Oregon employees: 96 | Score: 581.62

Flexibility, remote work and bonuses are all reasons employees love their jobs at this laboratory and maker of hormone tests. “I really appreciate the flexibility in my schedule and getting to work from home a few times a week,” writes one worker.

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Our team is made up of dedicated and talented people whose collective efforts and attitudes make our culture our biggest asset. We treasure our team members and are continuously thankful for the care they show each other and our clients.

29. Buckley Law

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: buckley-law.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 581.11

“Everyone really cares about each other, and gives pats on the back when deserved,” writes one employee of this law firm, who also praised the flexible work environment. Another praised the firm’s “efforts to bring everyone together during challenging times.”

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Buckley Law is a full-service law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services. Our management is dedicated to the success of every partner and employee of the firm. Being on the 100 Best list is an honor.

30. Essex General Construction

Location: Eugene
Website: essexgc.com
Oregon employees: 59 | Score: 580.95

“I appreciate our company’s commitment to the environment and to helping those less fortunate in our community,” writes one employee of this construction company, who also praised the firm’s honesty, integrity and “commitment that we don’t succeed unless everyone succeeds.”

31. General Pacific

Location: Fairview
Website: genpac.com
Oregon employees: 42 | Score: 579.55

One employee of this electrical-supply store describes it as a “forward-thinking company with plenty of growth opportunity.” Another worker praises the company’s safety measures, flexible work schedules and amount of time off.

32. Kidder Mathews

Location: Portland
Website: kidder.com
Oregon employees: 63 | Score: 576.89

Employees of this commercial real estate company describe it as a “great place to build your personal business in commercial real estate brokerage.” Another applauded the “best commission splits in the market.”

33. Rogue Creamery

Location: Central Point
Website: roguecreamery.com
Oregon employees: 49 | Score: 576.58

Employees enjoy 16 paid volunteering hours each year, eight weeks of paid parental leave and a revamped 401(k) program that matches employee contributions at a maximum rate of 6%. “They cover the majority of my health benefits, too, which is awesome,” writes one worker.

34. Ausland Group

Location: Grants Pass
Website: auslandgroup.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 575.26

Dogs and kids are welcome to join their parents at work for this provider of architecture, structural engineering and construction services, which also offers remote work and flexible scheduling. “Ausland’s culture has really shined during the pandemic in caring for all of our team members,” one employee writes.

1. WestPac Wealth Partners

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: westpacwealth.com
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 650.74

“I can really tell that WestPac cares about its clients and employees, which only improves my work,” writes one employee of this financial planning firm. The firm places a heavy emphasis on professional development with “WestPac University,” where representatives network and receive training from top performers in the industry.

2. ProFocus Technology

Location: Portland
Website: profocustechnology.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 639.02

“We grew during the pandemic and continue to grow, providing more opportunities for career growth for more people,” writes one employee of this IT staffing company. “We are flexible and fair and value having fun.” ProFocus provides a four-week paid sabbatical leave after a seven-year period of employment.

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ProFocus Technology is a tech staffing agency dedicated to creating exceptional experiences for every one of our candidates, clients, and teammates. We’re beyond thankful and fortunate to have the privilege of working with such an amazing group of people.

3. 71 and Change

Location: Portland
Website: 71andchange.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 637.67

One employee applauds the consultancy’s unlimited paid time off policy, $2,000 annual stipend for education, health and wellness stipend, and trust in its employees. “The amount of voluntary teams that have started to help keep improving who we are, and what we do is so compelling.”

4. Wagner Dental Care

Location: Portland
Website: wagnerdentalcare.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 635.90

“I have worked at Wagner Dental Care for a while now and I really enjoy working here,” writes one worker. “The days go by fast, the patients are amazing, and we have by far the best boss to work for, hands down.”

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Wagner Dental Care is proud to be on the list of 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon. Our company was established in Portland in 2000 and we are proud to support our local community.

5. Cell Staff

Location: Portland
Website: cellstaff.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 634.93

“We are passionate about being resources and strong advocates for our external employees,” writes one employee of this health care staffing firm. “Supportive coworkers and a wonderful work atmosphere with competitive pay make Cell Staff one of a kind and truly a great place to work,” writes another.

6. Pittman & Brooks

Location: Portland
Website: pittmanbrooks.com
Oregon employees: 24 | Score: 626.76

One employee praises the accounting firm’s “ample time off and ability to accrue PTO, great pay, lots of leadership from upper management, fairness overall to all employees.” Another employee cited parties, their 401(k) and flexible work schedule as reasons to love their job.

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7. Intuitive Digital

Location: Portland
Website: intuitivedigital.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 626.61

“I was used to working at places that didn’t live out the values they professed,” writes one employee of this digital marketing agency. “Even though we’re remote, the leadership team still does their best to make work fun and engaging and feel like we’re a community.”

8. Pepper Foster Consulting

Location: Portland
Website: pepperfoster.com
Oregon employees: 29 | Score: 626.59

One employee of this consultancy praised the company’s commitment to personal development and growth, and support from upper management. “They truly walk the talk in everything they do,” they write.

9. AYUMETRIX

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: ayumetrix.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 620.79

“I feel heard and supported,” writes one employee of this wellness-testing laboratory. Other employees cite schedule flexibility and professional development opportunities as well as support from upper management.

10. Anning-Johnson

Location: Wilsonville
Website: anningjohnson.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 620.19

“This is a great place to work because it is employee-owned. This creates a sense of pride in the business and shared responsibility in its performance. We all have a stake in the company, and all the profits go back to the employees through bonuses, dividends and stock appreciation,” writes one employee of this construction contractor.

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11. Meadow Outdoor Advertising

Location: The Dalles
Website: meadowoutdoor.com
Oregon employees: 26 | Score: 619.90

“Ownership always looks for ways to reward team members (employees),” writes one employee of this billboard maker. Others describe the work environment as “empowering” and say management lets each worker take charge of their own position and get the job done in the best way, without micromanagement.

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12. Farleigh Wada Witt

Location: Portland
Website: fwwlaw.com
Oregon employees: 32 | Score: 619.84

Employees praised the team atmosphere, benefits and supportive at this law firm. Employees receive a Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP), and their work anniversary is a paid day off.

13. A&R Solar

Location: Tualatin
Website:a-rsolar.com
Oregon employees: 21 | Score: 619.82

All employees of this solar-energy contractor are eligible to become employee-owners after three years. The company also offers a health reimbursement account that effectively brings the health insurance deductible down to $250. The company also offers stipends for things like education, tools, fitness and health, as well as working from home.

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14. NW Staffing Resources

Location: Portland
Website: nwstaffing.com
Oregon employees: 25 | Score: 617.81

“The staff is very kind and supportive. The benefits and PTO are great! Their workload is manageable and they make great hiring decisions,” writes one employee of this staffing firm. The company has adopted a hybrid work-from-home policy that provides staff members the opportunity to work from home at least two days a week.

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15. Cascade Insights

Location: Portland
Website: cascadeinsights.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 616.48

This market-research firm offers several office-culture initiatives to make sure employees don’t feel isolated while working remotely, including regular team meetings, buddy chats and staff parties. “They place a high value on quality of work while maintaining a very sustainable work-life balance for the employees,” writes one staffer.

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16. Davidson Benefits Planning – An Alera Group Company

Location: Tigard
Website: davidsonbenefitsplanning.com
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 616.23

“I feel such a sense of belonging here and in a way that I have never felt with any other agency in my career,” says one employee of this company, which offers benefits-planning services to employers. “Our families always come first here, too. It’s truly a great place to work.”

Tie 17. Fournier Group

Location: Portland
Website: fourniergroup.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 614.96

Employees praise the leadership at this insurance agency. One worker describes how management is “always looking to improve benefits for employees.” The company pays for 30 hours of paid volunteer time annually, and 100% of licensing and continuing education fees.

Tie 17. Matrix Networks

Location: Portland
Website: mtrx.com
Oregon employees: 19 | Score: 614.96

“I have never worked for a company that uses technology as much as we do. If there is a way to automate it, script it, or streamline it, we do,” says one employee of this internet provider. “The vision from our leader is compelling and exciting. I’m proud to be a part of it.”

19. Cable Hill Partners

Location: Portland
Website: cablehill.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 613.64

“I specifically sought out a company with a culture and values that match my own, and found that with CHP, and more!” writes one employee of this financial-planning firm, which offers four weeks of paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement and a charitable donation matching program, as well as unlimited sick leave.

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20. Percipio Consulting Group

Location: Portland
Website: percipiogroup.com
Oregon employees: 33 | Score: 613.30

“Percipio is an incredible place to work,” writes one employee of this business consulting firm. “Each team member is given the opportunity to thrive, pursue individual passions with the support from senior leaders.”

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21. Skin by Lovely

Location: Portland
Website: skinbylovely.com
Oregon employees: 29 | Score: 611.36

“There is an emphasis on making people feel great in their own skin. The company values work/life balance and teamwork!” writes one employee. The company also offers stipends for continuing education, employee ownership potential, and summer and holiday parties.

22. Root Mortgage

Location: Clackamas
Website: rootmortgage.com
Oregon employees: 30 | Score: 611.25

One employee writes that the culture at Root is “as good as they come” and cites the management as the main reason. Other employees cite the company’s focus on family, health, wellness, work ethics and flexibility as reasons to love their job.

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23. Steele Electric

Location: Beaverton
Website: nwsteele.com
Oregon employees: 33 | Score: 610.39

“From the day I walked through the door, they have always made me feel like family,” writes one employee of this electrical contractor. Other workers cite supportive upper management and lack of micromanaging as reasons they love their jobs.

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24. Allen Construction Management Services

Location: Portland
Website: acmsnw.com
Oregon employees: 29 | Score: 608.83

One employee praised the company’s assistance in setting up remote home offices. “The company does its best to offer their employees the best available benefits and pay,” says one. “They provide flexible work schedules and are consistently going to bat for their workers as contracted professionals,” writes another.

25. RHT Energy

Location: Medford
Website: rhtenergy.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 608.28

This engineering firm allows workers to work from home or the office, depending on the individual’s needs. It also offers healthy snacks, massage chairs and regular movie nights in the company warehouse. “We are a strong team. We work together to solve problems and achieve goals,” one employee writes.

26. Upward Technology

Location: Portland
Website: upward-technology.com
Oregon employees: 19 | Score: 602.26

This certified B-Corp offers unlimited PTO and a heavy emphasis on work-life balance. “Not to mention a huge focus on employee satisfaction and enjoying where you work,” writes one worker.

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27. Fairway America

Location: Portland
Website: fairwayamerica.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 602.18

“Work is never boring, typical or mundane,” writes one employee of this investment company, who also praised the company’s work-from-home policy and alternative work schedules; unlimited vacation; and fully paid health, dental and vision benefits.

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28. Brainium Studios

Location: Portland
Website: brainium.com
Oregon employees: 29 | Score: 601.46

Employees at this software developer receive $2,000 annual travel stipends as well as snacks, cold brew and kombucha at the office. “Brainium is a small team of nerdy, passionate and kind people collaborating to make beautifully designed mobile puzzle games that are fun to play,” one employee writes.

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29. S&B James Construction Management

Location: White City
Website: sbjames.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 599.16

“The owners have great ideas on how to further the company in being as green as possible,” writes one employee of this Jackson County contractor. The company provides higher education opportunities, a fully stocked break room, and regularly purchased lunches for the office and remote teams.

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30. Oregon Restoration

Location: Tigard
Website: oregonrestoration.com
Oregon employees: 34 | Score: 596.37

Employees praise the water and mold damage restoration service for the compensation, use of a company vehicle and fair treatment of employees. “Our owner has vision, he cares about his employees, and he is extremely fair. I am proud to work for him and tell that to everyone I can. I’m glad to work here,” one employee writes.

31. Tekmanagement

Location: Medford
Website:tekmanagement.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 596.11

“I have never worked for such a caring and compassionate company,” writes one employee of this Medford information technology service. “If I had to choose between my last employer offering me double salary (and) Tekmanagement, I would happily stay put.”

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32. McDonald Jacobs

Location: Portland
Website:mcdonaldjacobs.cpa
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 594.59

Employees praise this accounting firm’s commitment to diversity and its healthy, open work culture. They also enjoy the flexible hours and paid time off. “We are a local CPA firm that has a strong community presence and long history of diversity, equity, inclusion, which makes MJ stand out among the other firms in town,” one employee writes.

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33. Madden Industrial Craftsmen

Location: Beaverton
Website: mici.com
Oregon employees: 32 | Score: 593.86

One employee of this industrial staffing provider praised the family-led nature of the company, and the “caring, supportive” work environment.  “I appreciate the flexibility that I have in this company. My managers are great and I feel appreciated. That is why I have been here for as long as I have been.”

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Welcome to the 2021 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon list. In this past pandemic year, the 100 Best Companies survey takes on more meaning and importance than ever before. 100 Best employers have really had to show their mettle when it comes to maintaining a strong culture and happy workforce while facing extraordinary economic challenges created by the pandemic.

These employers are evidence that there are businesses that care about keeping their workforces happy whatever the circumstances, and that despite one of the biggest changes to workplace norms ever experienced in a generation, companies can make it work and even come out better from the experience.

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1. Hayden Homes

Location: Redmond
Website: hayden-homes.com
Oregon employees: 151 | Score: 629.59

Team members receive a $35,000 discount on new home purchases, retreats for staff and spouses, and cell-phone reimbursement. Employees cite the sense of community and mission as reasons that morale remains high, despite an uncertain year. “If all companies were like this, our world would be a better place.”

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2. Directors Mortgage

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: directorsmortgage.com
Oregon employees: 141 | Score: 626.06

Employees praise this company’s profit-sharing program, which benefits all employees from executives to receptionists. There is also an annual trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Work-from-home options meant that adapting to COVID-19 went smoothly. “Our leader, Mark Hanna, makes everyone feel like they are part of the Directors Mortgage family,” says an employee.

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3. TTR

Location: McMinnville
Website: ttrus.com
Oregon employees: 109 | Score: 623.26

Leaders of this tax consulting firm meet employees each week to discuss projects and development, which continued virtually during COVID-19. Competitive pay and paid time off have made a stressful time more manageable, say staffers. “The amount of care has really shined during the COVID epidemic,” says one employee.

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4. Genentech Access Solutions

Location: Portland
Website: gene.com
Oregon employees: 215 | Score: 622.51

Employees enjoy volunteering, financial wellness coaching and financial assistance for student loans and mortgages. The company provides guided meditation, counseling sessions and mindfulness training. Employees received a stipend for setting up a home office.

5. Swinerton

Location: Portland
Website: swinerton.com
Oregon employees: 130 | Score: 613.62

“When COVID-19 hit, the company was very accommodating about any issues I had with my schedule or if I needed to watch my child,” says one employee of this construction company.  The firm pays for child care three times a week for staff with school-age children.  It is also transparent about finances.

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6. Adroit Construction

Location: Ashland
Website: adroitbuilt.com
Oregon employees: 130 | Score: 612.00

“Teamwork, craftsmanship, reliability, good pay, good management and safety practices” are the reasons one employee cites for working at this construction firm. Employees say managers are receptive to employee feedback. Comprehensive personal safety practices are also in place.

7. Andersen Construction

Location: Portland
Website: andersen-const.com
Oregon employees: 205 | Score: 607.76

“We are structured to pivot and constantly make improvements. Our leaders empower each one of us to live by all our core values,” says an employee. Workers receive free webinars on topics such as nutrition, mental health and financial planning. The firm also hired a diversity, equity and inclusion director.

8. Perlo Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: perlo.biz
Oregon employees: 165 | Score: 605.80

Employees will find generous vacation time, flexible spending accounts, a wellness program, a volunteer program and an on-site fitness room. “Perlo Construction has been an excellent place to work even during COVID,” says one worker, who praised the company’s safety practices. “The environment is very friendly and welcoming.”

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9. Express Employment Professionals

Location: Tualatin
Website: expresspros.com
Oregon employees: 115 | Score: 605.56

This staffing company had a frantic year because of the high unemployment rate. Employees praise the company’s commitment to its mission. “Express didn’t cut back on support, they gave more to their franchise owners to make sure they had the resources to employ the community during this trying time,” says one worker.

10. Vernier Software & Technology

Location: Beaverton
Website: vernier.com
Oregon employees: 109 | Score: 603.35

Despite the pandemic-driven economic downturn, this STEM technology manufacturer had no layoffs and provided 100% pay to furloughed employees. “During the COVID-19 crisis, our highly skilled management team was able to react and make decisions on the fly to adjust and transform to minimize the impact on business.”

11. Rogue Credit Union

Location: Medford
Website: roguecu.org
Oregon employees: 466 | Score: 603.29

Employees will find free bikes, tuition reimbursement, interest-free loans, free gym memberships and an on-site fitness facility. The credit union’s leaders are also transparent with employees about financials. “We know where we stand in good times and challenging times. I am very confident in my executive leaders,” says one staffer.

12. Lone Rock Resources

Location: Roseburg
Website: lonerockresources.com
Oregon employees: 105 | Score: 599.59

Employees cite health care benefits and advancement opportunities as reasons to work for this lumber company. “I have transferred between departments, learned entirely new skills and received promotions to the head of my current area of expertise,” says one satisfied employee.

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13. Crystal Greens Landscape

Location: Clackamas
Website: crystalgreens.com
Oregon employees: 180 | Score: 597.98

Monthly barbecues, staff retreats, wellness Wednesdays, an on-site fitness center, golfing events and personal therapy are just some of the reasons that employees enjoy working for this landscaping company. Executives support professional and personal growth for employees, says a staffer.

14. Fortis Construction

Location: Portland
Website: fortisconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 310 | Score: 597.25

Employees cite a supportive team environment and stellar management as reasons they love working for this construction company. “Transparency from top down is the best that I have ever seen,” says one employee. “Upper management goes out of their way to make sure everything else in your life is good,” says another.

15. LMC Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: lmcconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 115 | Score: 596.53

Flexibility over schedules, work-life balance, inclusion practices, learning and promotion opportunities, and an open-door management policy are among the benefits of working for this construction firm. “LMC respects and celebrates diversity of race, culture, politics and spiritual beliefs. Team members adopt a strong sense of teamwork and a willingness to help.”

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16. The Partners Group

Location: Portland
Website: thepartnersgroup.com
Oregon employees: 100 | Score: 595.92

COVID-19 led the Partners Group to bring its family-support programming online. Delivery of care packages, guest speakers through Zoom, virtual social activities and wellness programming meant employees had support during the pandemic. Staffers cite the charitable matching program as a valuable perk.

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17. Turner Construction

Location: Portland
Website: turnerconstruction.com/portland
Oregon employees: 137 | Score: 594.59

“Upper management is incredible in making you feel valued in the company, no matter your level or how new you are,” says one employee. “I appreciate how open the company is to change. Whether it’s a new technology/process or social issues being brought to light, management will listen,” says another.

18. Oregon Pacific Bank

Location: Florence
Website: opbc.com
Oregon employees: 122 | Score: 593.90

Managers did not remove annual bonuses in the face of the pandemic. The bank assisted employees during COVID-19 by buying new laptops, providing a stipend for cellphones and boosting internet access for workers in remote areas. “Management went above and beyond and continues to do so with regards to taking care of staff.”

19. T-Mobile

Location: Salem
Website: t-mobile.com
Oregon employees: 662 | Score: 593.42

The company’s call center provides meals for employees, gets involved in local chamber of commerce events and brings in high school students through Youth Leadership Salem. “T-Mobile wants the world around them to progress through their employees,” says one worker. “They create benefits and incentives constantly.”

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20. UScellular

Location: Medford
Website: uscellular.com
Oregon employees: 124 | Score: 592.71

Employees will find a wellness program that rewards healthy activities such as fitness tracking and self-directed learning courses. “I love working at UScellular, especially this year,” says one employee. “They continue to pour into our safety and help me provide for my family.”

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21. PAE Consulting Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: pae-engineers.com
Oregon employees: 221 | Score: 592.21

To support the transition to working from home, the consulting firm provided stipends to set up home offices. Employees establish their own hours and can connect through company-hosted online social events. Mindfulness seminars, chair yoga, parenting panels and cooking classes are hosted weekly.

22. Pacific Landscape Management

Location: Hillsboro
Website: pacscape.com
Oregon employees: 273 | Score: 587.88

Free Timbers and Trail Blazers tickets and a scholarship program are some of the perks of working at this landscaping firm. Despite COVID-19, one employee says strict safety practices meant they never felt uncomfortable coming to work. “Management clearly showed my health and the health of my co-workers as a top priority.”

23. JE Dunn Construction

Location: Portland
Website: jedunn.com
Oregon employees: 121 | Score: 587.32

Employees cite community service opportunities, great benefits, an emphasis on work-life balance and a focus on diversity as reasons they love their jobs. Staffers also appreciate the potential to grow in their careers. “I like that my employer gives you opportunities to get involved in different aspects of the job.”

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24. David Evans and Associates

Location: Portland
Website: deainc.com
Oregon employees: 287 | Score: 586.17

In addition to new diversity training and wellness activities, this engineering company hired a magician to teach employees’ children with a mix of science and magic while schools are closed. “You will have a hard time finding anyone that complains about DEA, whether they are a client or an ex-employee.”

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25. Ticor Title Oregon

Location: Salem
Website: ticornw.com
Oregon employees: 240 | Score: 586.03

This employer prioritizes employees’ families with on-site child education. The women-led business has a focus on hiring and training non-college-educated people. “Very efficient and effective teams that deliver high results. Lots of incentives and great benefits,” says one employee.

26. Whitaker Ellis Builders

Location: Tigard
Website: whitakerellis.com
Oregon employees: 150 | Score: 585.59

Employees are treated to three yearly retreats as well as a summer picnic and holiday party. This building contractor prioritized creating a COVID-secure workplace by providing personal protective equipment and flexibility over schedules. “Family comes first when it comes to priorities and time off,” says one worker.

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27. OpenSesame

Location: Portland
Website: opensesame.com
Oregon employees: 120 | Score: 584.79

Employees at this e-commerce service have one full week per year of time to put toward professional development, and one full week of salary for professional development expenses. Employees also enjoy generous paid time off. “Leadership at all levels is committed to ensuring employees maintain a healthy work-life balance,” says one worker.

28. SheerID

Location: Portland
Website: sheerid.com
Oregon employees: 107 | Score: 582.04

In addition to offering employees a mental-health app, this technology firm’s  employees praise the leaders for caring about the growth of each employee. Opportunities for advancement abound. “Senior leadership is extremely communicative with an open-door policy,” says one employee. “The opportunities to grow within the company are readily available.”

29. Cook Security Group

Location: Portland
Website: cooksecuritygroup.com
Oregon employees: 176 | Score: 581.86

Regular monthly bonuses for efficient work and care packages for technicians are among the benefits of working for this employer. The company allows 16 hours’ paid volunteer time for employees to give back to their communities. “This amazing culture of support and growth is inspired by our fearless leaders.”

30. Thesis

Location: Portland
Website: thesis.agency
Oregon employees: 143 | Score: 579.75

Employees applaud the marketing agency’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Thesis offers financial help to employees who are first-time homebuyers. Management proactively took pay cuts because of the COVID-19 economic downturn. “The leadership is amazing,” says one employee. “They have created a safe, diverse and inclusive environment.”

31. Living Room Realty

Location: Portland
Website: livingroomre.com
Oregon employees: 150 | Score: 578.59

In addition to being a certified benefit corporation, employees praise the company’s diversity, equity and inclusion practices, pleasant office space and dog-friendliness. “We truly live out our values for the environment and caring for our community by giving back to local charities,” says one contented employee.

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32. Green Acres Landscape

Location: Salem
Website: greenacreslandscapeinc.com
Oregon employees: 100 | Score: 575.22

Employees cite the charitable giving and family feel of this landscaping company as reasons to come to work. “We support important causes continually throughout the year,” says one worker. “We are a green company striving to support its goal in our everyday work practices.”

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33. Aldrich Group

Location: Salem
Website: aldrichadvisors.com
Oregon employees: 235 | Score: 571.41

Employees praise the mission-driven nature of this accounting firm, as well as its commitment to transparency. “Management made sacrifices for the employees during the pandemic, and they constantly are showing that people are their number one priority,” says one employee. “From the top down, people care.”

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1. Energy 350

Location: Portland
Website: energy350.com
Oregon employees: 35 | Score: 655.26

This engineering consultancy adapted its benefits to account for COVID-19: Local coffee beans are delivered to employees’ doors; staffers are reimbursed for ergonomic furniture as well as costs associated with mental health care. Employees were given the option to go part-time to decrease stress for those juggling work and child care.

2. Bartlett Tree Experts

Location: Clackamas
Website: bartlett.com
Oregon employees: 35 | Score: 645.05

Employees of this tree maintenance service cite commitment to diversity and advancement opportunities as reasons to love their jobs. Others praise the company’s generous flexibility over schedules, which has allowed them to take care of children during the pandemic. The chance to advance professionally is a boon too.

3. The Gunter Group

Location: Portland
Website: guntergroupconsulting.com
Oregon employees: 45 | Score: 643.75

The consulting firm adapted to the pandemic by establishing virtual happy hours and team meetings. It also sent weekly care packages to employees. “They were transparent,” says one worker. “It brought a lot of comfort to us.” A comprehensive bonus system, profit sharing and annual off-site retreats are also on offer.

4. KDP Certified Public Accountants

Location: Medford
Website: kdpllp.com
Oregon employees: 43 | Score: 641.40

“They truly care about all employees and their success, goals and work-life balance,” says one worker. “They are constantly looking for ways to grow and improve as a company.” Others praise this women-led company for implementing remote-work possibilities and events that allow staff to relax together.

5. Lorentz Bruun Construction

Location: Portland
Website: bruunconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 54 | Score: 626.94

Employees cite longstanding company traditions and solid team leadership as reasons that they love their jobs. “The company’s COVID response these last 11 months was impressive and taken seriously. We kept working, made workplace changes, implemented protocols, invested in PPE and stayed safe,” says one satisfied staffer.

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6. Emerick Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: emerick.com
Oregon employees: 62 | Score: 626.23

“Whether your need is time off to care for family members, or flex time to accommodate the ever-changing environment of working from home, the owners make it happen,” says one employee of this construction company. Staffers describe child care accommodations for parents and COVID-19 safety procedures as important perks.

7. NAI Elliott

Location: Portland
Website: naielliott.com
Oregon employees: 60 | Score: 623.99

“When we went remote, we put great effort into making sure everyone had the equipment to work from home,” says one employee of this commercial real estate firm. “There was great effort put into assisting clients to navigate COVID-19-related issues.” In addition to work-life balance and flexible schedules, employees can bring dogs to work.

8. Barran Liebman

Location: Portland
Website: barran.com
Oregon employees: 40 | Score: 622.57

Employees of this law firm appreciate their flexible work schedules, transparency from management and a commitment to not downsizing employees during COVID-19. “The company constantly goes above and beyond to ensure that all employees are happy and taken care of,” says one contented staffer.

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Barran Liebman represents employers in employment advice, employment litigation, labor relations, employee benefits, and higher education compliance.  With a focus on proactive workplace solutions and guiding our clients toward quality workplace decisions, we are proud to lead by example internally.

9. Evergreen Consulting Group

Location: Beaverton
Website: evergreen-efficiency.com
Oregon employees: 54 | Score: 617.68

Employees praise the solid suite of benefits, including 3% contribution to a 401(k) regardless of employee contribution. Staff receive a $500 bonus for taking five consecutive days of vacation. “They are firmly people over profits. They mean what they say and walk their talk,” says one satisfied employee.

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Evergreen is honored to make the list for 10 years in a row. As a B Corp, we aspire to keep building an inclusive culture that values our team, meets the needs of our clients, and makes a real impact in our communities.

10. Mid-Valley Commercial Construction

Location: Salem
Website: mid-valleyinc.com
Oregon employees: 75 | Score: 615.46

Employees enjoy a biannual bonus program and a retirement plan, as well as a positive office culture and company parties.  An environment of open communication boosts morale. “Mid-Valley Commercial Construction has an amazing team of great leaders,” says one employee.

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We encourage a work-life balance through flexible schedules, tele-commuting and providing the necessary tools to be successful. A collaborative work effort, creative problem solving, and treating people fairly and honestly makes for a great culture at Mid-Valley Commercial Construction, Inc.

11. Obility

Location: Portland
Website: obilityb2b.com
Oregon employees: 38 | Score: 610.46

Employees of this digital marketing company enjoy paid parental leave, flexible schedules and a revenue-sharing program for workers who refer clients to the company. “They understand the need to help with family, take care of children, and that a pandemic is always in the back of people’s minds,” says one worker.

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At Obility, we believe in our people, we invest in our people, and we align our efforts around helping them succeed. The result is a company culture that leads to more ideas, better ideas, and accelerated growth for our clients.

12. TZ Medical

Location: Portland
Website: tzmedical.com
Oregon employees: 51 | Score: 610.29

Flexibility to set schedules has been a help to employees taking care of their families during the pandemic at this health care manufacturer. “It has not been an easy year, but they have done everything in their power to keep the doors open and maintain the same level of comfort we are all used to,” says one worker.

13. Milestone Systems

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: milestonesys.com
Oregon employees: 94 | Score: 608.60

Company bikes, sponsored events, beer on tap, ergonomic furniture and product discounts are among the perks at this software company.  “Milestone was able to pivot seamlessly to working from home during COVID,” says one employee. “Now more than ever, I have seen Milestone step up to support its employees.”

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Milestone Systems is a global leader in Video Management Software. We believe that by growing our people, we grow our business. We are proud of our people first culture and happy to be recognized as one of the 100 Best!

14. Garrison’s Home

Location: Central Point
Website: garrisons.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 607.81

After wildfires destroyed two locations of this furniture and bedding store, the owner started a fundraiser for people whose homes were damaged and matched contributions dollar for dollar.  “The amount of pride I have being a part of this company is such that I have declined generous employment offers from other companies,” says one worker.

15. General Pacific

Location: Fairview
Website: genpac.com
Oregon employees: 44 | Score: 607.28

Employees can convert hours of sick leave into vacation at this electrical supply store. Employer contributions to 401(k) and profit sharing for all employees are reasons that one employee describes this employer as “the best company I have ever worked for.” A laid-back environment that eschews micro-managing also goes down well.

16. OnlineNW / XS Media

Location: McMinnville
Website: onlinenw.com
Oregon employees: 41 | Score: 605.99

A four-day work week, one week of paid volunteer time, free home internet and help paying for cellphone bills are among the perks of working for this internet service provider. Additionally, employees are eligible to take a four-week sabbatical every seven years. “Everyone has a voice that can be heard,” says a staffer.

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OnlineNW and XS Media provide local Internet and voice services throughout the Willamette Valley. We are passionate about supporting our team’s unique strengths and ambitions.  As a service provider, our employees are vital to our success.  Proud to celebrate them!

17. Cushman & Wakefield of Oregon

Location: Portland
Website: cushmanwakefield.com
Oregon employees: 93 | Score: 605.91

“Flexibility in scheduling and a sense of community” are reasons one employee gives for loving their job. Others cite inclusivity practices and supportive managers as motivations to go to work for this commercial real estate company. Professional growth is also supported.

18. PlanB Consultancy

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: planbconsult.net
Oregon employees: 43 | Score: 604.75

Generous benefits such as 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums and long- and short-term disability characterize working at this consulting firm. But it is the supportive culture that employees like the most. “Any issues are quickly and fairly addressed,” says one staffer. Others point out the genuine emphasis on work-life balance.

19. Hagan Hamilton Insurance

Location: McMinnville
Website: haganhamilton.com
Oregon employees: 49 | Score: 603.49

This employer reassured employees stressed out about their job security during the pandemic by increasing bonuses and salaries. It also stepped up donations to charities. “They value what each employee has to say, and management decisions are made with the very best interest of the employees and the company as a whole.”

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We Do the Right Thing. We Operate as a Team. We Enjoy the Work. We Strive for Excellence.

20. Harper Houf Peterson Righellis

Location: Portland
Website: hhpr.com
Oregon employees: 88 | Score: 600.78

This employee-owned civil engineering firm provides generous 401(k) contributions and fully paid health insurance premiums. The benefits and culture “would make a person stay for their entire career,” raves one employee. Another enjoys the virtual meetings that allow workers to “get lots of encouragement.”

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HHPR provides comprehensive engineering, survey, landscape architecture, and planning services for public infrastructure and private development. We are honored to be named 100 Best and its reflection of our greatest asset, our people.

21. Finity Group

Location: Portland
Website: thefinitygroup.com
Oregon employees: 36 | Score: 599.68

This financial planning firm for the medical sector made the most of the pandemic-driven virtual workplace by holding trivia events, virtual happy hours and GrubHub lunches. It also started a diversity, equity and inclusion committee to increase accountability. “It is a company that values their employees and makes them feel appreciated,” says one happy staffer.

22. Robert Half

Location: Portland
Website: roberthalf.com
Oregon employees: 40 | Score: 599.45

Employees praise this staffing company for being transparent and communicative about the challenges facing the firm during the pandemic. Executives encourage employees to take time off to recharge and frequently check in with remote workers. “I’m impressed with the ways in which the company has supported employee needs in a rapidly changing environment.”

23. Douglas Fast Net

Location: Roseburg
Website: dfn.net
Oregon employees: 65 | Score: 597.85

Employees feel inspired by the family-feel environment of this fiber internet services provider. Staff appreciate the autonomy they are given to do their jobs, and enjoy the collaborative and supportive culture. “I am heard, and my words don’t get passed by my supervisor and management without thought,” says an employee.

24. Mammoth | ThinkHR

Location: Portland
Website: mammothhr.com
Oregon employees: 68 | Score: 596.67

Staffers feel supported by leaders at this HR consulting firm. One employee likes the “unlimited opportunities for personal and professional growth.” A focus on involving employees in the mission and vision of the company keeps the workforce vested.

25. Scott Edwards Architecture

Location: Portland
Website: seallp.com
Oregon employees: 76 | Score: 594.62

This employer pays for further education courses and encourages employees to work on projects that they are passionate about. A focus on helping the community is realized through donations, volunteering and pro bono services. “The company’s business model is considerate of others and puts people first.”

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SEA is a collaborative, people-first architecture firm. Our design approach puts the vision, goals, and needs of the people we design for at the heart of our creative process.

26. MassMutual Oregon

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: oregon.massmutual.com
Oregon employees: 73 | Score: 593.59

Leaders play an active role in encouraging personal and professional growth at this financial advisory firm. “My bosses are always asking me what they can do to help and support me,” says one employee. A focus on work-life balance, charitable giving and flexible schedules are part of the appeal.

27. Kernutt Stokes

Location: Eugene
Website: kernuttstokes.com
Oregon employees: 76 | Score: 591.90

To maintain its familial culture, this business consulting firm found creative ways to reach out to employees working remotely, such as hosting a drive-in movie and GrubHub lunches. Flexible schedules, a focus on work-life balance, and generous benefits and time off make this a best company to work for.

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For 75 years, Kernutt Stokes has provided tax, audit and consulting services to businesses throughout Oregon. Our incredible team makes us successful, working with integrity and excellence every day. We are honored to be recognized on the 100 Best list.

28. Sussman Shank

Location: Portland
Website: sussmanshank.com
Oregon employees: 63 | Score: 589.46

Employees of this law firm say the company moved smoothly to working remotely during the pandemic. “They very much cared about our mental status while we were all working from home,” says one staffer. A culture of social connection, work-life balance and employee well-being round out the benefits of working here.

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Sussman Shank LLP is a full-service business, litigation, and commercial bankruptcy law firm.  We are honored to celebrate 15 years as one of Oregon’s 100 Best Companies. We recognize that the success of our firm is achieved through our talented and dedicated team of professionals.

29. Orchid Health

Location: Portland
Website: orchidhealth.org
Oregon employees: 45 | Score: 588.89

Each employee at this rural health care services provider receives a $500 “Happiness Benefit” that they can spend on whatever makes them happy – whether that is massages, kayaks or cruises. “I always feel like an owner, because what I say matters and is taken into serious consideration,” says one staffer.

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Our astonishing culture fosters an environment of innovation and autonomy. We put employee happiness first to help empower us to do our best work in the communities we serve.

30. Kidder Mathews

Location: Portland
Website: kidder.com
Oregon employees: 73 | Score: 587.63

Employees of this commercial real estate firm have the chance to become shareholders and enjoy profit-sharing bonuses. Transparent bosses who get to know each employee personally create a positive culture. “There really is a collaborative atmosphere where everyone shares information and truly wants to see each other succeed.”

31. Ausland Group

Location: Grants Pass
Website: auslandgroup.com
Oregon employees: 70 | Score: 587.28

There are ample opportunities for advancement, raves one employee at this engineering firm. Flexibility to work from home and open communication between managers and employees contribute to the positive working environment. During the pandemic, employees could bring kids to work to help with remote learning. Dogs are welcome too.

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Ausland Group is a dynamic team of architects, engineers, builders and development professionals that focuses on delivering world-class commercial design and construction, locally scaled to our communities. We are honored to be recognized among Oregon’s 100 Best!

32. Avista Utilities

Location: Medford
Website: myavista.com
Oregon employees: 60 | Score: 586.20

Employers feel empowered to do their jobs well at this electric utility company. “They really do care about the employees; it feels like a small company atmosphere,” says a staffer. Good pay and benefits go down well too. “I’m part of a really good team and have a great deal of freedom within my position,” says another.

33. Tec Labs

Location: Albany
Website: teclabs.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 585.88

Random “Serendipity Days” are awarded to employees in addition to their PTO. The company celebrates employees’ hire dates with a monthly breakfast get-together and bonus. Generous benefits, profit sharing and a focus on work-life balance make this a best company to work for. “Your opinion matters, and people do care for one another.”

34. Convergence Networks

Location: Portland
Website: convergencenetworks.com
Oregon employees: 59 | Score: 584.99

Leaders are transparent and care about employee morale, says one staffer. “Very clear communication from management about the company’s goals, projects and status.” Great benefits and flexibility round out the positive atmosphere. “It is a very inclusive culture with a people-first position on all things.”

1. Meadow Outdoor Advertising

Location: The Dalles
Website: meadowoutdoor.com
Oregon employees: 26 | Score: 649.59

Employee wellness is a focus at this family-owned billboard company. Staff are reimbursed for purchasing things that support their wellness goals. To help parents during the pandemic, employees can bring their kids to work for online school. Employees are involved in decision-making and are encouraged to take part in training.

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As a brand builder for other businesses, Meadow Outdoor Advertising is pleased to be recognized on the Top 100 List.  We believe empowerment through ownership thinking and sharing management success with our employees leads to longevity for both.

2. WestPac Wealth Partners

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: westpacwealth.com
Oregon employees: 25 | Score: 643.16

Weekly trainings and accessible managers characterize work life at this financial advisory firm. “Amazing opportunities here,” says one staffer. “Incredible place to work and thrive.” A culture of support and encouragement from leaders contributes to the positive atmosphere. Flexible schedules are a boon too.

3. Pepper Foster Consulting

Location: Portland
Website: pepperfoster.com
Oregon employees: 26 | Score: 638.23

Professional growth is the name of the game at this consulting firm. A training budget is set aside for each staffer. Employee-run committees help drive the culture, community impact, and diversity, equity and inclusion goals. “The company leadership is extremely transparent in sharing financials, projections and plans.”

4. NW Staffing Resources

Location: Portland
Website: nwstaffing.com
Oregon employees: 19 | Score: 637.80

Staff appreciate the work-life balance mentality that shapes the culture at this staffing firm. “They encourage time off for all employees and offer great incentives,” says an employee. Another raves that leaders recognize each employee’s strengths and supports them to be a success. “This company has so many opportunities for growth.”

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NW Staffing Resources has been proudly connecting good people with great jobs since 1985! Our core values of Progress, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, and Ethical inform every decision we make as a company. We congratulate our entire team on this achievement.

5. Madden Industrial Craftsmen

Location: Beaverton
Website: mici.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 634.59

A family-feel environment creates a positive vibe at this staffing firm. “They honestly care about their employees and take their responsibilities as employers seriously,” notes one staffer about the firm’s leaders. Employees appreciate flexible work schedules. Strong benefits and compensation go down well too.

6. Steele Electric

Location: Beaverton
Website: steeleelectric.com
Oregon employees: 21 | Score: 634.29

Employees of this electrician appreciate the competitive wage and benefits, as well as leaders who encourage staffers to take time off. “It feels like one big family where everyone cares about the well-being of each other and we’re working toward one common goal,” says a happy staffer.

7. Anning-Johnson

Location: Wilsonville
Website: anningjohnson.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 634.11

Every employee has the chance to own stock in this construction company. “This leads to a mindset of working with a shared purpose,” says one staffer. Happy hours and free weekly meals are among the perks. During the pandemic, the company sought outdoor events like go-karting to bring employees together.

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The employee-owners of Anning-Johnson are proud to be a part of the 100 Best again this year, and congratulate and thank all the other winners for challenging us and making us better every day.

8. Pittman & Brooks

Location: Portland
Website: pittmanbrooks.com
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 630.58

Flexible work schedules and the ability to work from home define the culture at this accounting firm. Employees appreciate transparent communication from leaders. “They encourage constant feedback from every member of the organization to improve every piece of our operations,” comments one employee. Frequent raises and job training are popular too.

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Behind good numbers, we have great people.  We are proud of our staff and they are the reason we have been selected to the Oregon 100 Best list for the sixteenth time.

9. Percipio Consulting Group

Location: Portland
Website: percipiogroup.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 626.19

Employees praise leaders for being transparent and approachable. This has been particularly important during COVID-19 because of the workers’ concerns over how the pandemic impacts the business. “Our leadership treats us as adults, giving us freedom and responsibility in our day-to-day work.”

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Percipio’s employees are at the heart of everything we do. Our management consulting firm is honored by this recognition and the opportunity to provide a great place for our team to grow and serve the companies in our community.

10. Davidson Benefits Planning

Location: Tigard
Website: davidsonbenefitsplanning.com
Oregon employees: 21 | Score: 620.11

A collaborative culture is the name of the game at this employer. “As a lower-level employee, I have no problem going to VPs or the president to ask professional growth or job-specific questions,” says one employee. Unlimited vacation time and flexible schedules are a win with employees. Great benefits are a boon too.

11. Wagner Dental Care

Location: Portland
Website: wagnerdentalcare.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 614.21

Employees love their boss at this Portland dentist. A positive atmosphere in which staff and patients are treated with respect and kindness makes this a popular place to work. Free dental coverage for employees and their families are among the perks.

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Wagner Dental Care is proud to be on the list of 100 Best Companies to work for in Portland Oregon.  Our company was established in 2000 and we are proud to support our local community.

12. Fournier Group

Location: Portland
Website: fourniergroup.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 612.00

This insurance agency encourages community involvement with 30 hours a year of volunteering time. Among the perks: an employee loyalty program rewards staff for staying with the company. A five-week sabbatical is earned after seven years, and $10,000 is awarded after 20 years. “This company trusts me to make the right decisions and compensates me fairly.”

13. Oregon Restoration

Location: Tigard
Website: oregonrestoration.com
Oregon employees: 32 | Score: 611.81

A myriad of cash gifts contributes to the feel-good environment at this building repair company. Gift cards for work anniversaries, monthly peer-to-peer recognition programs and regular out-of-office activities are part of the culture. Employees praise the owner for allowing staff to give input on policies and procedures.

14. RHT Energy

Location: Medford
Website: rhtenergy.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 610.59

An office kitchen stocked with healthy refreshments, a massage chair, fitness membership reimbursements and telecommuting are among the perks at this energy-efficiency consulting firm. Dogs are welcome in the office too. “The professional level of communication and problem solving is very enjoyable,” says a staffer.

15. Matrix Networks

Location: Portland
Website: mtrx.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 609.62

Managers at this electrical engineering firm take notice of employee feedback and have made some improvements as a result. A focus on health and wellness and training opportunities boosts the family-feel culture. “It feels like a team effort every day. I feel supported, trusted and valued.”

16. Farleigh Wada Witt

Location: Portland
Website: fwwlaw.com
Oregon employees: 33 | Score: 609.49

Annual bonuses and an extra week off for every seven years of service are among the benefits at this law firm. Lots of internal promotions and generous paid time off and benefits go down well too. “They are always providing recognition and company events so we feel like a family,” says one happy employee.

17. Gates Home Furnishings

Location: Grants Pass
Website: gatesfurniture.com
Oregon employees: 26 | Score: 608.32

“Managers are down to earth and compassionate.  They are interested in employee’s needs,” is how one employee describes leaders at this family-owned furniture store. A “family-first” culture that is flexible with schedules and provides bonuses based on profits make this a best company to work for.

18. The Clinic for Dermatology & Wellness

Location: Medford
Website: theclinicoregon.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 608.14

Profit sharing and 100% employer-paid health plan are among the perks of working at this clinic. Approachable owners, who value feedback from employees on how the business is run, contribute to the positive culture.

19. Brainium Studios

Location: Portland
Website: brainiumstudios.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 607.58

Employees enjoy a plethora of benefits at this maker of video game apps, including paid parental leave, free lunches, reimbursement for training, charitable matching and volunteering time. A focus on work-life balance, more than six weeks of combined PTO and holidays, and a “beautiful creative workspace” round out the perks.

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Thank you and congratulations to everyone at Brainium for earning this recognition! We believe a great place to work must also be a place to do great work. We couldn’t be prouder of our team and all we’ve accomplished together.

20. 3J Consulting

Location: Beaverton
Website: 3jconsulting.com
Oregon employees: 30 | Score: 602.66

This employer has a full gym and outdoor space for meetings and gatherings. Outdoor activities such as happy hours and fundraising walks build staff rapport. “It is a place that encourages growth and relationships rather than focusing on the bottom line and making the most money,” notes one staffer.

21. Twenty Four 7

Location: Portland
Website: twentyfour7.com
Oregon employees: 29 | Score: 600.35

This creative agency hosts several activities for its employees to bond, including team retreats and holiday celebrations. Staff have flexibility to manage work and family life. Employees feel their opinions are heard. “I feel supported, trusted and encouraged to not only make decisions, but to be – and explore – myself while doing it.”

22. Upward Technology

Location: Portland
Website: moveitupward.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 600.06

Unlimited PTO, flexible work-from-home policy, and paid time off for community work and volunteering are among the benefits at this B-Corp certified IT services provider. Employees feel supported by managers and are awarded with promotions.

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Upward Technology is a leader in delivering best-in-class IT, Cybersecurity and Digitization services. We are extremely proud of the amazing and growing team we have built.

23. Cable Hill Partners

Location: Portland
Website: cablehill.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 594.94

This wealth management company offers paid parental leave, an educational assistance program, charitable matching and paid volunteer time. Employees feel managers support their professional growth. “It is a very professional environment with a family atmosphere,” says a staffer. Generous benefits go down well too.

24. CIDA Architects and Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: cidainc.com
Oregon employees: 34 | Score: 592.42

Employees praise managers for involving workers in their decision-making. The company offers paid volunteer time and good work-life balance. “There are many opportunities for self-growth and professional growth,” says a staffer. An environment of team camaraderie and open communication make this a popular place to work.

Sponsored enhanced listing:

CIDA is honored once again to have been named one of the 100 Best Companies. Thank you to all of our employees for your dedication and spirit over the last 30 years and for honoring us again with this award.

25. Larkins Vacura Kayser

Location: Portland
Website: lvklaw.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 591.34

A collaborative and supportive team environment is how employees describe working at this law firm. Senior partners care about the well-being of staff and go out of their way to ensure their success, according to one employee. “Everyone is respectful, everyone has a great work ethic and is appreciative,” says another.

26. Jackson County Physical Therapy

Location: Medford
Website: jc-pt.com
Oregon employees: 34 | Score: 590.47

A family-friendly, flexible work environment are adjectives that employees frequently use to describe this employer. A focus on helping staff reach their personal and professional goals makes this a popular place to work. “Best communication between all staff that I have ever experienced,” says one contented staffer.

27. Wicks Emmett

Location: Roseburg
Website: wicksemmett.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 587.67

Good work-life balance, telecommuting and flexible hours are among the benefits of working for this accounting firm. “The employees are given opportunities for growth, and the firm is always quick to recognize accomplishments,” says one employee. Managers are transparent about financials and are committed to staff training.

28. First Choice Appraisal Management

Location: Portland
Website: firstchoiceamc.com
Oregon employees: 27 | Score: 585.88

This employer builds  positive culture through a variety of activities, including scavenger hunts, fitness competitions, volunteering and SOLVE beach clean-ups. “Strong value in teamwork, personal connections, opportunities for rewards and bonuses” is how one employee describes working here.

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First Choice Appraisal Management provides compliant managed appraisal solutions for financial institutions. Congratulations to our happy teammates, comprised of the industry’s friendliest experts, who made us a winner on the 100 Best List of Oregon companies!

29. Rizzo Mattingly Bosworth

Location: Portland
Website: rizzopc.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 585.46

A culture of open communication and transparency makes this law firm a best company to work for. An emphasis on work-life balance and flexible schedules contributes to the overall positive environment. “Management invites and participates in respectful, open, clear and transparent communication,” says one happy staffer.

30. McKean Smith

Location: Portland
Website: mckeansmithlaw.com
Oregon employees: 27 | Score: 585.45

There is a family-feel atmosphere at this law firm. Employees are supported to grow professionally. Solid benefits and compassionate managers make this a popular employer. “I don’t feel as if I am a cog in the machine; my individuality and skills that I bring to the table are celebrated.”

31. Skin by Lovely

Location: Portland
Website: skinbylovely.com
Oregon employees: 27 | Score: 585.31

This skin care clinic reimburses employees for pursuing continuing industry education. Discounts on products, monthly performance bonuses and monthly awards based on peer nominations are among the perks. “The plan for advancement in my position is transparent and clearly laid out,” says a staffer.

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As Oregon’s #1 Botox® Clinic, Skin by Lovely’s mission is to ignite self-love through medical aesthetics & skin rejuvenation treatments. We are incredibly honored to be nominated and included on the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon.

32. McCoy Millwork

Location: Portland
Website: mccoymillwork.com
Oregon employees: 30 | Score: 582.80

Employees at this family-owned building materials supplier rave about the caring and fun work environment. Managers support staffers’ personal and professional goals, and employees feel they are respected and their opinions heard. “Everyone has a voice and has freedom to try new ideas,” says one happy staffer.

33. Cascade Insights

Location: Oregon City
Website: cascadeinsights.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 582.51

This market research company is committed to a virtual workplace, allowing employees the flexibility to work from home while providing opportunities for engaging colleagues. Employees feel their personal and professional growth is supported and can pursue projects that interest them and that align with the company’s goals.

Sponsored enhanced listing:

Cascade Insights empowers B2B technology companies with custom market research and marketing solutions. We are grateful for our employees who are constantly discovering new ways to make our organization better every day.

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The evening kicked off with a reception at the Oregon Convention Center.

Geoff Norcross, OPB morning edition host, was the MC for the evening.

Keynote speaker, Serilda Summers-McGee, founder and principal of Workplace Change, gave a speech about implementing best workplaces practices, and the importance of addressing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.

Our Hall of Fame winners – companies that for the first time have been in the 100 Best list for 10 years – this year were Cook Security Group and Slalom.

The Top 10 companies in the list were presented awards in their size category.

The Top 3 Large:

No. 1. Hayden Homes

No. 2. Crystal Green Landscape

No. 3 TTR

Hayden Homes is No. 1 in the Large category

The Top 4 Medium :

No. 1 Lorentz Bruun Construction

No. 2 NAI Elliot

No. 3 Point B

No. 4 The Gunter Group

Point B is No. 3 in the Medium category 

The Top 3 Small

No. 1 Anning-Johnson

No. 2 Wagner Dental Care

No. 3 Energy 350

No. 1 in the Small category is Anning-Johnson

See the full list of the 2020 100 Best Companies to Work in Oregon here.

Photos by Jason E. Kaplan

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Welcome to the 2020 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon. The following list showcases the companies that are at the top of their game in creating workplaces with the most satisfied employees.

More than 10,000 employees from a variety of companies across the state responded to this year’s survey. Staffers rated their satisfaction on six workplace practices: work environment, management & communications, decision-making & trust, career development & learning, and benefits & compensation. 

To find out more about how the survey works click here.

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MEDIUM COMPANIES
SMALL COMPANIES

1. Hayden Homes

Location: Redmond
Website: hayden-homes.com
Oregon employees: 130 | Score: 636.48
This homebuilder offers an array of generous benefits, including a $35,000 discount off the listed price of a new home. Training and educational opportunities abound. The company brings in external experts, including Harvard Law School professors, to conduct workshops. “The opportunities to grow both professionally and personally are endless.”

2. Crystal Greens Landscape

Location: Clackamas
Website: crystalgreenslandscape.com
Oregon employees: 180 | Score: 629.37
Employees rave about the family-feel culture at this landscaping company. Strong health benefits and a 401k are a boon too. “I have never felt like I am constrained or limited here, and have had the opportunity to take on new responsibilities that have helped me to grow,” says a staffer.

3. TTR

Location: McMinnville
Website: gettaxright.com
Oregon employees: 107 | Score: 625.87
Staffers enjoy plenty of office perks, including an on-site chef, a gym and fitness classes, and 120 hours of professional development time annually. One employee at this McMinnville tax consulting firm says: “It is fantastic to have leaders who look around at what really works, what people really want, and take action to ensure that we do well.”

4. U.S. Cellular

Location: Medford
Website: uscellular.com
Oregon employees: 128 | Score: 617.72
This mobile-network operator offers staff rewards for wellness activities, such as taking a health assessment, daily fitness tracking and self-directed learning courses. Financial support for education is valued. One staff member describes the employer as having “all of the benefits of a large corporation with the feel of a small business.”

5. Wayfair

Location: Springfield
Website: wayfair.com
Oregon employees: 235 | Score: 611.23
Employees who work in the Springfield office of this national homeware e-commerce company receive a full benefits package on the first day of work, including 16 weeks of paid leave for new parents. Free snacks go down well too. “I know my efforts are always recognized and rewarded,” says one staffer.

6. Adroit Construction

Location: Ashland
Website: adroitbuilt.com
Oregon employees: 100 | Score: 604.13
Staff praise leaders at this Southern Oregon construction firm for helping staff to grow and develop in their positions. Employees feel their opinions and suggestions for improvement are valued. Leaders foster a family-feel culture and provide catered meals, gift giveaways and good compensation.

7. Express Employment Professionals

Location: Tualatin
Website: expresspros.com
Oregon employees: 150 | Score: 603.98
A family-friendly workplace is cultivated at this staffing firm. Employees can bring family into the office to spend time with them during work. Managers foster career pathways and offer bonuses and training to keep workers engaged

8. Perlo Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: perlo.biz
Oregon employees: 132 | Score: 602.17
A philanthropy program allows employees to get involved in community work, such as doing pro bono construction work for schools and charities. Staffers feel empowered to make decisions and act on ideas. Free swag, an on-site gym and company events build morale. “They give us the tools, training and support to conquer our tasks.”

9. Rogue Credit Union

Location: Medford
Website: roguecu.org
Oregon employees: 450 | Score: 598.60
Perks of working at this Southern Oregon credit union include free bikes for commuting, tuition reimbursement, an employer-sponsored wellness clinic, interest-free loans and an on-site fitness center. “The care and concern for employees is outstanding. They make sure to let us all know that our opinions matter to them,” says one happy staffer.

10. Swinerton

Location: Portland
Website: swinerton.com
Oregon employees: 105 | Score: 598.36
Outings that bring workers and their families together are a focus at this employee-owned building firm. One such event is an annual winter trip to Bend where employees and significant others can spend the weekend together. Staffers appreciate the opportunities for growth and promotion.

11. T-Mobile: Salem Customer Experience Center

Location: Salem
Website: t-mobile.com
Oregon employees: 783 | Score: 597.16
Employees can kick back and enjoy a games room with arcade-style games and a TV. An on-site cafe, a fitness center and quiet rooms with massage chairs are perks too. “I love the diversity of our location, and I love how we always have fun events happening.”

12. Andersen Construction

Location: Portland
Website: andersen-const.com
Oregon employees: 201 | Score: 596.10
Monthly wellness lunches and webinars that teach employees about nutrition, mental health and financial planning are a feature at this construction firm. A profit-sharing plan that contributes 15% of an employee’s annual salary into a retirement plan is also on offer.

13. Mortgage Express

Location: Portland
Website: mtgxps.com
Oregon employees: 112 | Score: 595.13
Flexible work schedules and generous paid time off are benefits of working for this home-loan lender. A laid-back environment, office parties and opportunities for advancement are part of the appeal. “Really pleasant work atmosphere and lots of flexibility for families” is how one employee describes the workplace.

14. Vernier Software & Technology

Location: Beaverton
Website: vernier.com
Oregon employees: 111 | Score: 595.07
Managers go above and beyond to make employees feel appreciated at this maker of STEM education products. On-site exercise instructors, showers and a fitness room are part of the company’s focus on wellness. Employee appreciation weeks with games and prizes are perks too.

15. Turner Construction

Location: Portland
Website: turnerconstruction.com/portland
Oregon employees: 129 | Score: 591.13
Management is always willing to hear new ideas and is accepting of differing opinions, says one employee at this construction firm. Another enjoys the flexibility to manage a work-life balance. A family atmosphere and sense of collaboration contribute to the positive workplace culture.

16. PAE Consulting Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: pae-engineers.com
Oregon employees: 232 | Score: 590.85
A wealth of benefits is on offer at this engineering design firm. Flexible schedules, telecommuting, sabbaticals, an on-site fitness center and massages, paid community service time and transit passes are just some of the perks. “The flexibility we have with our home life is amazing.”

17. Pacific Landscape Management

Location: Hillsboro
Website: pacscape.com
Oregon employees: 275 | Score: 590.28
Company parties and summer BBQs, gifts to recognize years of service, and free tickets to see Portland Timbers and the Trail Blazers are some of the benefits of working for this landscaping company. Employees appreciate being treated equally and feel empowered to speak to managers.

18. Hallmark Inns & Resorts

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: hallmarkinns.com
Oregon employees: 278 | Score: 588.35
This employee and family-owned hotel group treats its staffers like family. Employees can donate vacation time to those in need. The company gives gift certificates to staffers who perform well. Holiday parties, trainings and promotional opportunities are part of the appeal.

19. Gee Automotive/Tonkin

Location: Milwaukie
Website: geeautomotive.com
Oregon employees: 769 | Score: 586.17
Employees receive discounts on the purchase of vehicles, as well as on service and parts, at this car dealership’s locations. Staffers feel their opinions are heard and that managers act on staff feedback. “We have all worked together for a long time and treat each other like family.”

20. Aerotek

Location: Beaverton
Website: aerotek.com
Oregon employees: 150 | Score: 585.54
Employees say managers care about their personal development, reward high performers and help those who are underperforming. “They are willing to invest time and money in their employees,” says one team member at this staffing firm. Others appreciate the uncapped commissions, stock options and focus on mentorship.

21. Slalom

Location: Portland
Website: slalom.com
Oregon employees: 140 | Score: 584.52
Coaching, training and working toward personal career goals are part of the mantra at this business consulting firm. “They try to make every employee happy and able to succeed,” says a staffer. “We get to create our own path, lean in to what interests us and stay challenged on a regular basis,” says another.

22. Oregon Pacific Bank

Location: Florence
Website: opbc.com
Oregon employees: 118 | Score: 584.02
A peer-recognition program encourages staff to acknowledge each other for doing good work. Employees have opportunities to advance. Several staffers were promoted from entry-level positions to senior management roles. Four hours of paid volunteer time a month is popular, too.

23. SheerID

Location: Portland
Website: sheerid.com
Oregon employees: 119 | Score: 583.74
“A collaborative environment where I feel welcome and appreciated” is how one staffer describes working at this tech firm. Employees praise leadership for caring about the well-being of employees and valuing feedback. “We have an incredible amount of transparency within the company, and I feel like I always know what is going on.”

24. Fortis Construction

Location: Portland
Website: fortisconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 350 | Score: 583.24
A culture of collaboration and care is a common way staffers describe working for this construction company. The focus on teamwork and transparency over company decisions is appreciated by staff. Employer-matched charitable contributions and company-sponsored volunteer efforts are popular too.

25. Abby’s Legendary Pizza

Location: Eugene
Website: abbys.com
Oregon employees: 110 | Score: 581.91
Employees say managers show respect for staff at this pizza chain. “I’ve never worked with a CEO or upper management who care more about their employees and know the business just as well,” notes one worker. Another enjoys the flexibility to work around the needs of their family.

26. Darex

Location: Ashland
Website: worksharptools.com
Oregon employees: 110 | Score: 579.21
Employees appreciate the atmosphere of open communication and ability to say what is on their minds at this Southern Oregon manufacturer. A strong commitment to work-life balance and personal development go down well too. “I love all the opportunity to learn and grow here,” says a staffer.

27. JLL

Location: Portland
Website: us.jll.com
Oregon employees: 350 | Score: 574.47
Well-being programs abound at this commercial real estate firm. Employees can attend classes on diabetes reversal, nutrition, chronic condition management and weight loss. Volunteer opportunities and flexible working hours are on offer too. Clear paths for career development and opportunities to grow and stay challenged are also appreciated.

28. LifeSource Natural Foods

Location: Salem
Website: lifesourcenaturalfoods.com
Oregon employees: 114 | Score: 573.00
Employees rave about the generosity of the owner at this organic grocery store. Staff appreciate flexible hours. Profit sharing and a subsidized gym membership round out the benefits. “The company is dedicated to providing a healthy, happy workplace with great benefits and real-life living wages.”

29. The Partners Group

Location: Portland
Website: thepartnersgroup.com
Oregon employees: 100 | Score: 568.36
This financial services firm offers employees 32 hours a year of paid volunteer time and company matching on donations to nonprofits. Profit sharing is a popular benefit too. A focus on wellness comes in the form of on-site biometric screenings, flu shots, mental health awareness classes and standing desks.

30. Cushman & Wakefield

Location: Portland
Website: cushmanwakefield.com
Oregon employees: 101 | Score: 567.68
“Universal and global but managed like a small firm” is how one employee describes this commercial real estate company. Another tells how managers provide opportunities for employees to grow and learn. A “cool workspace” and commitment to embracing new technology are bonuses too.

31. D.A. Davidson

Location: Portland
Website: dadavidson.com
Oregon employees: 155 | Score: 567.40
Volunteering is taken seriously at this employee-owned financial services firm. The company matches employee donations to nonprofits by up to $800 a year. Two annual events are held to reward employees for community service. Profit sharing and tuition reimbursement are part of the attraction of working here.

32. Cook Security Group

Location: Portland
Website: cooksecuritygroup.com
Oregon employees: 163 | Score: 565.83
Rewarding staff for good performance is the name of the game at this security systems tech company. Employee appreciation weeks — which include gift cards, care packages and lunches — are on the agenda. Employees are paid for their commute time and reimbursed for continuing education classes.

33. Thesis

Location: Portland
Website: thesis.agency
Oregon employees: 120 | Score: 565.01
A relaxed, low-stress environment is how one employee describes working at this creative agency. Leaders who are accessible and transparent about company performance also add to the feel-good atmosphere. The company is committed to hiring people with diverse backgrounds. “The diversity drive from our CEO is something that inspires me every day.”

1. Lorentz Bruun Construction

Location: Portland
Website: bruunconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 55 | Score: 646.62
Everyone’s opinion is valued is a common refrain at this construction firm. Employees feel they can grow and take advantage of promotional opportunities. “Collaborative management and decision approach is rewarding as you get to see your opinions and decisions applied and implemented.”

2. NAI Elliott

Location: Portland
Website: naielliott.com
Oregon employees: 45 | Score: 642.45
Flexible hours that encourage work-life balance, a focus on employee growth and advancement, and a cool workspace are lauded by employees of this commercial real estate firm. “They lead by example and create a positive collaborative environment that I’m proud to work in,” says an employee.

3. Point B

Location: Portland
Website: pointb.com
Oregon employees: 56 | Score: 634.19
This employee-owned business consulting firm includes employees’ family members in festivities. Each year partners are invited on a fully paid, three-night getaway. Staff are reimbursed for anything wellness-related, including gym memberships and nutrition classes. Associates are also provided training to serve on nonprofit boards to hone leadership skills.

4. The Gunter Group

Location: Portland
Website: guntergroupconsulting.com
Oregon employees: 38 | Score: 631.64
The business consulting firm strives to create a family-oriented work environment. Lunch-hour trainings are provided so employees can learn more about co-workers’ expertise. Frequent company happy hours and an annual off-site retreat for employees and their families are part of the appeal.

5. Barran Liebman

Location: Portland
Website: barran.com
Oregon employees: 41 | Score: 615.19
This law firm says it is intentional about creating a workplace where team members thrive. It holds frequent celebratory events for employees and families, including holiday and wine-tasting parties, aimed at building connections among team members. Employees praise the firm’s leaders for encouraging open communication and valuing their feedback.

6. KDP Certified Public Accountants

Location: Medford
Website: kdpllp.com
Oregon employees: 42 | Score: 614.96
Work-life balance is a defining feature at this accounting firm. Employees have flexible schedules to work around family commitments. Workers also praise the opportunities for professional and personal growth, including support for continued education.

7. Evergreen Consulting Group

Location: Beaverton
Website: evergreen-efficiency.com
Oregon employees: 54 | Score: 614.85
Employees appreciate the lack of commuting hassles at this virtual consulting firm. The work-at-home policy enables flexibility to balance work and personal life. Further-education support and retirement and financial planning are popular benefits with staffers too.

8. Emerick Construction

Location: Tualatin
Website: emerick.com
Oregon employees: 64 | Score: 614.55
“They get that their biggest asset is people,” says one employee at this construction firm. Staffers appreciate that managers trust workers to take care of business rather than micro-manage. Empowering others to make decisions is an “underrated facet” of workplace culture, says another.

9. Hagan Hamilton Insurance

Location: McMinnville
Website: haganhamilton.com
Oregon employees: 52 | Score: 613.47
An annual education stipend of $750 for each employee is on offer at this insurance company. Profit sharing and regular bonuses are a boon too. The focus on work-life balance and recognition of family commitments is praised by workers. Volunteering and charitable giving are encouraged.

10. PlanB Consultancy

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: planbconsult.net
Oregon employees: 39 | Score: 613.34
The consulting firm encourages employees to volunteer at a variety of organizations at home and abroad. It provides generous benefits, including a 7% match on employee 401(k) contributions. Employees say they feel their feedback and suggestions are welcome and valued. “It is encouraged to take time off,” adds a staffer.

11. Boly:Welch

Location: Portland
Website: bolywelch.com
Oregon employees: 38 | Score: 612.46
Family-friendly policies rule at this staffing firm. Employees can bring infants to work up to the first six months of life. Staff are also encouraged to bring their children to the office during school closures. On-site massage, dry-cleaning service, nap room and numerous discounts make this a popular place to work.

12. Mid-Valley Commercial Construction

Location: Salem
Website: mid-valleyinc.com
Oregon employees: 75 | Score: 612.12
The construction firm has a “share-the-wealth philosophy” that includes distributing profits with twice-yearly bonuses for all employees. A summer BBQ and holiday party for staff and their families keep up morale.

13. Sussman Shank

Location: Portland
Website: sussmanshank.com
Oregon employees: 68 | Score: 609.94
This law firm offers a variety of volunteer and mentorship opportunities, which it believes helps teams to bond and strengthens trust. It matches employee donations to charities up to $200. “They acknowledge that you have a life outside of work and values outside of work and do their best to accommodate that,” says one staffer.

14. Willamette Community Bank

Location: Albany
Website: willamettecommunitybank.com
Oregon employees: 39 | Score: 608.46
Volunteering is a big deal at this local bank. Employees and board members can volunteer 136 hours at local nonprofits during Community Bank Week each year. Staffers say managers support their lives outside of work and allow time off for family events or emergencies.

15. Virtual Supply

Location: Beaverton
Website: virtual-supply.com
Oregon employees: 54 | Score: 608.45
Employees are encouraged to engage with each other across departments at this product-distribution firm. Summer BBQs, quarterly office outings, volunteering and education programs boost workplace culture. TriMet passes and catered lunches are popular too. “I can talk to the CEO anytime and anyone can come and ask me for help.”

16. TZ Medical

Location: Portland
Website: tzmedical.com
Oregon employees: 52 | Score: 606.20
This medical equipment manufacturer makes sure it has a well-stocked break room with free snacks and drinks. Employee appreciation weeks and flexible hours contribute to the “employee-first” culture. Workers appreciate that their opinions and feedback are taken seriously. “Management really cares and takes pride in how happy their employees are.”

17. Cardinal Services

Location: Coos Bay
Website: cardinal-services.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 604.60
This employment agency takes staff feedback seriously by incorporating employee-based solutions into its decisions. Paid time off to volunteer in the community is part of the culture. Workers praise the family-feel environment and support from managers. “They trust their employees and do not micro-manage” is how one describes working here.

18. Kidder Mathews

Location: Portland
Website: kidder.com
Oregon employees: 79 | Score: 602.48
One employee describes this commercial real estate firm as a “Goldilocks company,” which is “large enough to offer great benefits and small enough that you don’t get lost.” Staff members cite advancement opportunities, training programs and bi-weekly team yoga sessions as reasons to love their job.

19. Garrison’s Home

Location: Central Point
Website: garrisons.com
Oregon employees: 58 | Score: 601.08
This family-owned furniture and bedding store offers training and tuition reimbursement for educational courses that employees wish to pursue. “There’s all the opportunity I want for myself,” says one employee. Workers enjoy a 10% employee discount on all furniture, as well as flexible time off and a “carefree family environment.”

20. Work & Co

Location: Portland
Website: work.co
Oregon employees: 58 | Score: 600.23
Despite the name, work-life balance is encouraged at this digital production company. Employees can expect catered lunch three days a week, bagels every Monday and a kitchen stocked with healthy snacks. Other perks include bike parking, a shower, and a “wellness space” for yoga, light therapy and meditation. Namaste

21. IGNW

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: ignw.io
Oregon employees: 60 | Score: 596.23
“Incredible culture, collaboration and creativity within team” are the reasons one employee gives for enjoying their work at this consulting firm. Teamwork is encouraged and an open-door policy among company leaders is appreciated. Managers show trust in employees by offering professional development opportunities and flexible work hours.

22. Quantum Innovations

Location: Central Point
Website: qtmi.net
Oregon employees: 52 | Score: 592.32
According to one worker, “everyone here would give you the shirt off their back without hesitation.” This Southern Oregon coating manufacturer lets employees have flexible hours, has a “family-first” attitude, and allows staffers the time to contribute and give back to their communities.

23. Harper Houf Peterson Righellis

Location: Portland
Website: hhpr.com
Oregon employees: 85 | Score: 589.98
Career growth opportunities, flexible hours, family values and “wonderful supervisors” are all reasons employees give for why they enjoy their job at this civil engineering firm. The company hosts events where employees are encouraged to bring families.

24. Maul Foster & Alongi

Location: Portland
Website: maulfoster.com
Oregon employees: 61 | Score: 589.32
This environmental engineering and consulting firm “creates and encourages a culture of open communication, appreciation and excellence,” according to one satisfied employee. The employer encourages feedback, collaboration and a positive workplace culture.

25. Farleigh Wada Witt

Location: Portland
Website: fwwlaw.com
Oregon employees: 49 | Score: 588.35
Employees cite the excellent human resources team as a reason they enjoy being part of this company. High entry-level pay, flexible work hours and a family environment are championed at this law firm. Continued-learning seminars, which let employees stay abreast of the latest innovations in their sector, are a perk too.

26. Konell Construction & Demolition

Location: Sandy
Website: konell.net
Oregon employees: 55 | Score: 582.81
The chief executive of this construction company has an open-door policy that makes for a supportive management culture. “401(k) contributions, paid time off and affordable health care options” are crucial benefits, says an employee.

27. General Pacific

Location: Fairview
Website: generalpacific.com
Oregon employees: 40 | Score: 582.72
“People from bottom to top are all wonderful to work with,” says an employee at this wholesale stocking distributor for the utility sector. The company contributes to 401(k) and health-savings accounts without requiring an employee match. It also offers quarterly profit sharing and a financial-health education program.

28. Fitzpatrick Painting and Construction

Location: Albany
Website: fitzpatrickpainting.com
Oregon employees: 88 | Score: 579.95
Generous benefits and paid time off are reasons employees enjoy working at this construction company. “They truly go the extra mile to show us they care through education, training, very nice health and retirement packages, and the on-site gym.”

29. Buckley Law

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: buckley-law.com
Oregon employees: 48 | Score: 578.98
Employees praise managers for placing trust in staff to do their job without micromanaging. “They have an awesome benefits package that has greatly reduced my stress level,” adds an employee at this law firm. “It is a larger firm that feels smaller because of how familial and close it feels,” says another.

30. Solutions YES

Location: Portland
Website: solutionsyes.com
Oregon employees: 49 | Score: 578.28
“Empowered to do our job and make decisions” is how one employee describes working at this document management firm. Others appreciate that managers listen to their ideas and enjoy the family feel of the business. “I can talk to my boss about anything. Everyone here is family.”

31. Bartlett Tree Experts

Location: Clackamas
Website: bartlett.com
Oregon employees: 35 | Score: 577.16
Apart from the “highly talented and motivated staff,” employees cite the company’s commitment to helping staff pursue continuing education as a big perk. “They pay for any continuing education, and if there is an extra class that I’m interested in that pertains to my field, all I have to do is ask.”

32. Finity Group

Location: Portland
Website: thefinitygroup.com
Oregon employees: 36 | Score: 575.23
Employees cite people and culture as the biggest perk of working for this wealth management and financial planning firm. “It’s a great place to grow as a financial advisor,” says one employee. “Great environment, good pay, awesome atmosphere, fun co-workers, great work-fun balance. No micromanaging,” says another.

33. SeatGeek

Location: Portland
Website: seatgeek.com
Oregon employees: 56 | Score: 573.86
This ticket search engine firm builds community within their workforce by hosting a variety of on- and off-site events. Employees laud their inclusive culture and the company’s commitment to hiring employees who are neuro-diverse, queer and people of color. There is a “sincere effort to improve quality of life,” says one worker.

34. Medford Radiology Group

Location: Medford
Website: medfordradiology.com
Oregon employees: 50 | Score: 572.22
Employees cite the high quality of leadership as a reason to work for this Southern Oregon medical group. According to one employee, “the open-door policy is amazing.” Family-friendly events and profit-sharing contributions to retirement accounts go down well too.

1. Anning-Johnson

Location: Wilsonville
Website: anning-johnson.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 652.69
At this employee-owned company, workers can expect weekly golf outings, go-kart races and Blazers game tickets, not to mention work-sponsored family BBQs. Employees cite opportunities to advance and flexible work hours as reasons they enjoy working for this drywall contractor.

2. Wagner Dental Care

Location: Portland
Website: wagnerdentalcare.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 651.46
Staff cite the generosity of the doctors as one great reason to come to work. One employee says the “awesome management” creates a positive work environment for all. “Everyone takes the time to listen to everyone’s opinion and ideas and set goals for everyone to reach,” says another employee.

3. Energy 350

Location: Portland
Website: energy350.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 644.98
Creative company events, such as yoga and on-site massage therapy, combined with competitive pay and benefits and a highly skilled team makes this engineering consulting firm an enjoyable place to work. The employer also offers a $2,000 annual wellness reimbursement for “anything that brings you joy.”

4. Meadow Outdoor Advertising

Location: The Dalles
Website: meadowoutdoor.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 644.02
“The owners treat us like family,” says an employee at this billboard advertising agency. Staff feel well taken care of with a roster of benefits, including off-site trainings, educational classes, stand-up desks and flexible hours.

5. Percipio Consulting Group

Location: Portland
Website: percipiogroup.com
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 630.90
The company’s policies are “progressive and always looking to improve,” according to one employee. When team members expressed interest in starting a sustainability program, the company responded positively. “We hire great people and work with interesting companies.”

6. Mad Fish Digital

Location: Portland
Website: madfishdigital.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 629.37
Flexible work schedule, growth opportunities and “no micromanaging” are part of the appeal of working for this marketing firm. “It’s the only agency in Portland I would work for,” says one employee. “Everyone at the company can be trusted to do great work, and the flexibility on the job is great,” says another.

7. Matrix Networks

Location: Portland
Website: matrixnetworks.com
Oregon employees: 21 | Score: 624.65
“The company values work-life balance and takes pride in the community it serves” is how one employee describes working here. Workers value the telecommunications company’s commitment to ecological responsibility, as well as the “all-in vibe” cultivated by the family-run business. “We are a team and a family,” says another.

8. Hamilton and Kashoro

Location: Portland
Website: hamiltonkashoro.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 618.54
Staff praise the fun, family-first environment at this construction company. “If your child is sick, you stay home. If your child care fell though, bring your kids to work,” says one employee of the flexible culture. An indoor basketball court, ping-pong table and putting green are perks too.

9. Davidson Benefits Planning

Location: Tigard
Website: davidsonbenefitsplanning.com
Oregon employees: 22 | Score: 616.85
Workers are treated like family at this employee-benefits management company. In addition to profit sharing and comprehensive health benefits, one employee notes how the owner personally supported an employee with an ailing family member by arranging for medical care.

10. NW Staffing Resources

Location: Portland
Website: nwstaffing.com
Oregon employees: 24 | Score: 616.49
Competitive benefits, commitment to work-life balance with generous paid time off, and tuition reimbursement for employees who seek continuing education are all reasons staffers work for this employment agency. “Management genuinely want to see people grow and succeed.”

11. Rich Duncan Construction

Location: Salem
Website: richduncanconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 30 | Score: 610.69
Employees laud the community involvement and generous spirit of giving at this construction company, which supports local businesses, donates time and money to nonprofits, and encourages others to do the same. “I consider it an honor to work for such a committed company.”

12. Oregon Restoration

Location: Tigard
Website: oregonrestoration.com
Oregon employees: 28 | Score: 610.68
This building repair company has cultivated a “proactive love culture,” according to one employee, which takes employee appreciation to the next level with reward systems, team unity, competitive benefits and bonding activities, such as game nights and outdoor excursions. “Really good benefits. Great people,” says a staffer.

13. AYUMETRIX

Location: Lake Oswego
Website: ayumetrix.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 608.50
This laboratory testing company offers flexible hours and free services for employees and their families. Employees appreciate that managers involve staff in company strategy. “We have a great leader and open communication,” says one employee. “We all feel heard and involved in every decision made for the company’s success,” says another.

14. Pepper Foster Consulting

Location: Portland
Website: pepperfoster.com
Oregon employees: 30 | Score: 608.25
Valuing its commitment to inclusionary policies, transparency and the opportunity to learn from senior leaders are all reasons employees enjoy being a part of the team at this consulting firm. “The whole company feels aligned toward common goals with a shared purpose,” says one employee.

15. Rizzo Mattingly Bosworth

Location: Portland
Website: rizzopc.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 607.12
Respect for work-life balance is a mantra at this law firm. “When I was out sick for a week with the flu the whole team stepped in,” says one employee. “The level of empathy and open communication in our company is far and away the best that I have come across in an office setting.”

16. Cable Hill Partners

Location: Portland
Website: cablehill.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 606.70
Employees praise the “drama-free” work environment, along with a culture of learning, which is fostered with monthly “lunch and learns” and a tuition-reimbursement program. The wealth-management company also offers four weeks of paid paternity leave and charitable matching. “Highly collaborative environment in an industry where this doesn’t normally exist.”

17. CIDA Architects and Engineers

Location: Portland
Website: cidainc.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 606.27
“I never have to worry about balancing work and family life,” says a staffer. “When a friend of mine passed away unexpectedly, they offered more support than I expected.” The company provides tuition assistance, “amazing benefits” and opportunities to give back to the community.

18. Goldberg Jones

Location: Portland
Website: goldbergjones-or.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 604.56
Employees praise managers at this law firm, who encourage transparency over company decisions. They foster a culture of “freedom and individuality” by allowing employees to manage their own caseload. “I love the autonomy here,” says one worker. “Zero work stress and I feel completely supported by the firm and my supervisor,” says another.

19. Sunnyside Sports

Location: Bend
Website: sunnysidesports.com
Oregon employees: 24 | Score: 603.75
Management “always chooses the high road” when decisions need to be made about their workers, says one employee at this bike store. Another expressed gratitude for the way the company treated them during cancer treatment. Other employees praise the training and opportunities to progress and get promoted.

20. Kelly’s Automotive Service

Location: Medford
Website: kellysautomotive.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 603.55
Employees note this auto repair shop fosters a culture of training and improvement. It also gets involved in the community by raising money to support good causes. “Our company owners are down to earth and very approachable when it comes to both business and personal matters.”

21. 71 and Change

Location: Portland
Website: 71andchange.com
Oregon employees: 19 | Score: 602.38
Employees at this management consulting firm enjoy unlimited vacation, “a ton” of flexibility, and transparency with the financial standing of the company. “It is an amazing thing to be able to see,” says one employee. “For a new company, we have an enthusiastic and caring group that wants everyone to succeed and be happy,” says another.

22. Gates Home Furnishings

Location: Grants Pass
Website: gatesfurniture.com
Oregon employees: 27 | Score: 602.35
Employees at this Southern Oregon furniture store say managers treat them like family. The company offers bonuses, medical premium allowances and retirement programs. “Gates has opened so many opportunities for us,” says one employee.

23. Pittman & Brooks

Location: Portland
Website: pittmanbrooks.com
Oregon employees: 23 | Score: 602.10
This certified public accounting firm provides a flexible schedule for workers, who praise the employer’s commitment to work-life balance. Staff praise the “amazing” schedules offered by the company. “I don’t know how anyone can stick to a strict 8-5 schedule. It isn’t realistic in our world today,” says one employee.

24. Humber Design Group

Location: Portland
Website: hdgpdx.com
Oregon employees: 16 | Score: 600.83
This civil engineering group offers flexible hours, an open-door policy and a management team that always takes employee opinions into consideration. “It’s wonderful to work with such a supportive and creative group, and see women and people of color in management positions.”

25. TMT Development

Location: Portland
Website: tmtdevelopment.com
Oregon employees: 18 | Score: 599.63
This property developer “is seriously the best company I have ever worked for,” says one employee. “Our management team is amazing.” Workers will find plenty of team building and volunteer opportunities, as well as regular awards and bonuses, and educational webinars to encourage growth. “Great leadership. It all starts at the top,” says another.

26. 3J Consulting

Location: Beaverton
Website: 3jconsulting.com
Oregon employees: 31 | Score: 598.49
One employee describes this employer as an “amazing firm that is all about making the work environment positive and fun.” The civil engineering and community planning firm provides freedom for employees to study, grow and research topics independently. One employee praised the “professional development that doesn’t occur at larger organizations.”

27. Steele Electric

Location: Beaverton
Website: nwsteele.com
Oregon employees: 20 | Score: 596.87
Employees praise the flexibility and management style of this electrical services firm, as well as “never asking you to sacrifice” time with family for time at work. Workers also praise the supportive team dynamics. “We have an incredible group of majority young people who give ‘millennials’ a good name,” says one employee.

28. RHT Energy

Location: Medford
Website: rhtenergy.com
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 596.73
This engineering company puts their focus on employees by offering flexibility with their work schedules, the ability to work remotely, and a $150 get-out-of-town reimbursement that goes toward employee vacations. “If we have interests outside of work, RHT supports us,” says one happy staffer.

29. Jackson County Physical Therapy

Location: Medford
Website: jc-pt.com
Oregon employees: 34 | Score: 595.19
Employees enjoy the “casual, comfortable work environment,” along with a strong sense of ethics, community outreach and a focus on patient care. Other employees praise the company’s commitment to sustainability and supportive leadership team.

30. LANE/Finn Partners

Location: Portland
Website: lanepr.com
Oregon employees: 19 | Score: 593.54
Asked what they liked about working at this public relations firm, one employee replied that the management team has created an “employee-centric” culture with flexible schedules. Special support is given to working parents, with work-from-home options and part-time hours.

31. Fournier Group

Location: Portland
Website: fourniergroup.net
Oregon employees: 17 | Score: 591.66
Employees at this independent insurance agency praise the “empowering management style,” which encourages employees to work independently and ask questions. The company is also very active in the community and offers “great benefits.” A loyalty program offers staff up to $10,000 at 20 years of service.

32. Intuitive Digital

Location: Portland
Website: intuitivedigital.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 591.50
This marketing agency has a “small and well-picked” team, says an employee. “Fun is part of the company culture. We have Nerf dart battles in the middle of work, get monthly massages, have happy hour, surprise lunches and go on team outings.” Staff can also work from home on Fridays.

33. Brighton Jones

Location: Portland
Website: brightonjones.com
Oregon employees: 15 | Score: 590.47
This wealth management firm offers employees the ability to work from home, free weekly yoga classes, and a stipend to pursue personal and professional development goals. Employees praise the management’s commitment to their workers. “Our office is full of amazing individuals that motivate me to work harder every single day.”

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Last night we honored the 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon at our annual awards dinner. Across the state, these businesses offer best-in-class benefits, the most popular workplace amenities and the most thoughtful management. Construction companies and consulting firms featured prominently on the list. 

We kicked off the event at the Oregon Convention Center with a reception in the lobby. 

Editor Kim Moore explained a new catagory in the survey this year that rewards employers for enticing a high number of employees to complete the evaluation. 

Improv group Comedy Sportz provided entertainment with dance moves inspired by the 100 Best companies. 

Energy 350 won the top Small 100 Best Company to Work For in Oregon award. 

Consulting firm Point B took home the top Medium 100 Best Company to Work For in Oregon award. As a consultancy, the company’s most valuable assets, its leaders noted, are its people. 

And the top Large 100 Best Company to Work For in Oregon is Hayden Homes. It doesn’t hurt that they offer employees $35,000 toward the purchase of one of their homes.

Congratulations to all of this year’s 100 Best companies. 

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Welcome to the 2019 100 Best Companies to Work For in Oregon list. Now in its 26th year, our annual roster showcases businesses with the most satisfied employees. The list remains a popular beauty parade with serious overtones; these companies have found winning formulas for creating happy workforces, an increasingly useful tool in today’s competitive labor market.  

The following list gives brief descriptions of each of the 100 Best Companies’ workplace attributes, which paint a picture of the reasons these businesses made this year’s list. Look for recurring themes of flexibility, open-door policies and family-feel work environments.  

Congratulations to all those companies that listened to their employees and became a 100 Best workplace this year.

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LARGE COMPANIES
MEDIUM COMPANIES
SMALL COMPANIES

1. Hayden Homes

Location: Redmond
Website: hayden-homes.com
Oregon employees: 133 | Score: 633.17
Employees here praise a smart management team that leads by example. The workday is full of flexibility and variety. Employees thrive in a positive, family-style work environment with “limitless” potential for personal growth. They value the company’s philanthropic programs and have a sense of giving back to the community.

2. Walsh Construction

Location: Portland
Website: walshconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 168 | Score: 632.62
Staffers enjoy a family-oriented and collaborative work environment at this construction company. The firm offers excellent benefits, including scholarships. Employees are focused on improving the community and tackling a diverse and challenging portfolio of projects.

3. T-Mobile

Location: Salem
Website: t-mobile.com
Oregon employees: 775 | Score: 618.77
T-Mobile’s Salem call center features an on-site community garden, cafe, gym and yoga classes. Managers create a culture that is open and responsive to feedback. Employees have a wealth of opportunities for professional development and advancement: The company even paid for one employee’s bachelor’s degree.

4. U.S. Cellular

Location: Medford
Website: uscellular.com
Oregon employees: 127 | Score: 616.95

This company offers excellent pay, benefits and investments in college tuition. Employees feel free to make decisions and give feedback. One employee says, “The company has always taken care of me.”

5. Crystal Greens Landscape

Location: Clackamas
Website: crystalgreens.com
Oregon employees: 200 | Score:  615.13
This landscaper offers telecommuting and work-from-home options to accommodate employees with families. The generous benefits include certifications, performance bonuses and advancement opportunities. But for most employees here, the greatest benefit comes down to two words: “the people.”

6. Fortis Construction

Location: Portland
Website: fortisconstruction.com
Oregon employees: 275 | Score:  610.82
The work environment at this contractor is fast paced but also challenging and exciting. The culture is founded on respect and values. One employee says, “Fortis does its best to stay true to its core values and cultural roots in a rapidly growing company  and is doing this successfully.”

7. Adroit Construction

Location: Ashland
Website: adroitbuilt.com
Oregon employees: 110 | Score:  607.27
This contractor keeps the workplace lively by offering event tickets, raffles, bonuses and free food. Opportunities for advancement and independence abound. One employee says, “They give me a lot of responsibility, they respect and appreciate my opinions. They always emphasize quality of the job and doing it right.”

8. Perlo Construction

Location: Portland
Website: perlo.biz
Oregon employees: 110 | Score:  604.46
This construction company prides itself on a friendly, safe and inclusive work environment. “Everybody is given an opportunity to perform well, given the tools and training and rewarded accordingly,” one employee says. “When you are promoted to a job, you are getting it because you earned it. No other reason.”

9. Rogue Credit Union

Location: Medford
Website: roguecu.org
Oregon employees:468 | Score:602.32
This company has more than 460 employees, but managers give individualized attention to each one. The employer provides community activities, a wellness program and excellent health benefits. Open communication is key: One employee writes that managers “are transparent and do not hide anything from their employees.”

10. JE Dunn Construction

Location: Portland
Website: jedunn.com
Oregon employees: 115 | Score:  602.29
This employee-owned construction company provides quality training and accessible management. The projects are interesting and allow employees to think big. One employee says the company is about “doing the right thing, and at the end of the day, that’s really what matters…we just get to additionally have fun and get paid to do it!”