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December 2024 Awards and 2024 Year in Review

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Gould Construction Institute Cuts Ribbon on New Training Facility Builders of Color Coalition, Coffee Connectors Host 2024 Boston Student Summit Ask the Electrician: How Do I Prepare My Commercial Building for a Disaster?

The KBE Foundation Holds 16th Annual ‘Gift of Gobble’ Event Suffolk Holds Events Focused on Safety, STEM Education $223M Josiah Quincy Upper School in Boston Completed

Vicinity Energy recently celebrated the launch of its carbon-free thermal energy solution, eSteam, at its Cambridge, Mass. facility.

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ADVERTISERS INDEX A-Z Corp...................................................... 4 ABC Massachusetts..................................28 Allen & Major Associates, Inc................. 10 Alpine Environmental................................38 American Energy Management................ 7 American Plumbing & Heating.................. 2 Barnes Building Management.................43

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CLARIFICATION In our September 2024 edition, High-Profile Monthly published an article titled "Brennan Underway on Tri County Regional Technical Vocational HS Project." The article highlighted Brennan Consulting’s involvement in the Tri-County Regional Technical Vocational High School project as well as other school projects, including Pickering Middle School in Lynn, Nashoba Regional High School in Bolton, and Wakefield Memorial High School in Wakefield. We would like to clarify that we removed details from the press release that outlined the specific construction survey services provided on these, on Tri County Voke, and on several other projects underway at Brennan Consulting.

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Publisher’s Message

Anastasia Barnes December is our annual focus on Awards and Year-in-Review. This issue highlights the projects and firms that are defining New England’s modern built environment.

That includes new construction along with the adaptive reuse of decades- or centuriesold buildings in all sectors, from largescale higher education and healthcare facilities to individual restaurant and retail establishments throughout the region.

AGC MA’s Building Women in Construction program held several events in 2024 and introduced the BuildHer Mentorship program.

Our Year-in-Review section contains a wrap-up from the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (AGC MA),

which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in a year where the organization is focused on safety and wellness, training and education, workforce development, and diversity and inclusion. Read the story on page 17.

Our Awards section begins on page 20. The Massachusetts and Connecticut chapters of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) recently celebrated their 2024 Excellence in Construction Awards. R&R Window Contractors received an Eagle Award from ABC MA for the Aliki Perroti & Seth Frank Lyceum project at Amherst College. The project is new construction integrated with a historic building. R&R took on the scope of the complex Schuco curtain wall and window systems, building each Schuco window from scratch. Read more about the unique project on page 28.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held recently for the Gould Construction Institute (GCI) in Billerica, Mass. GCI is the education and training affiliate of ABC MA. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey congratulated GCI on the completion of the training facility, emphasizing the important role it would play in training the workforce needed to meet demand in the Massachusetts construction industry.

Read more on page 43.

GCI President Julie DeStefano cuts the ribbon for the new Gould Construction Institute.

The KBE Foundation, KBE Building Corporation’s not-for-profit public charity, recently hosted its annual Gift of Gobble Thanksgiving meal assembly program for the 16th consecutive year. Staff members from KBE Building Corporation, Elite Construction Resources, and CMP Exterior, along with their families, gathered at Camp Courant in Farmington, Mass. to assemble and deliver 500 Thanksgiving meal boxes. Read the story on page 45.

This issue contains our annual Green supplement, which highlights the sustainable building practices being used in projects across New England.

It includes the winners of the Built Environment Plus 2024 Green Building Showcase, and industry insights including an article by Phillip Barbe, Khaja Hussain Syed, and Duane Waite of Salas O’Brien detailing the challenges and solutions for decarbonizing healthcare facilities. Read their article on page 6.

We’re excited to share that we recently launched our new video series, HPMG Presents…Over Lunch with Anastasia Barnes. In it, I chat with industry leaders as we dive into their individual journeys and their insights and projections for the future of their firms or organizations and the industry. Watch the first episode, which features my conversation with John Stebbins, CEO of PROCON, at https:// www.high-profile.com/introducinghpmgs-new-video-series-over-lunch/.

Our next issue has a focus on Forecast 2025. Share with us your insights and news or your firm’s 2025 outlook in the first issue of the new year! The deadline is Dec. 17.

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Up-Front North Branch Construction Celebrates Groundbreaking for St. Mary’s Bank Concord, NH – North Branch Construction, in celebration with St. Mary’s Bank, marked a milestone recently with the groundbreaking of the new bank branch at 16 Manchester Street in Concord. The new, state-of-the-art facility will feature a full-service bank branch, complete with two drive-through banking lanes.

The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by key members of St. Mary’s Bank and North Branch Construction, including St. Mary’s Bank Chairman of the Board Stephen Grzywacz; Vice Chairman Elizabeth Hitchcock; President and CEO Ken Senus; North Branch Construction President Joseph Campbell; and North Branch Construction CFO Christopher Galbraith.

“We’re thrilled to be a part of this important project for St. Mary’s Bank,” said Campbell. “This new branch will be a great addition to Concord, and we’re proud to bring our experience and expertise in building high-quality commercial facilities to this project. We look forward to delivering a space that reflects St. Mary’s commitment to customer service and community involvement.”

At the groundbreaking (l-r): Marc Bourbeau, St. Mary’s Bank facilities manager; Amanda Savage, North Branch construction business development manager; Christopher Mulleavey, North Branch Construction project superintendent; Steven Hinchee, St. Mary’s Bank commercial relationship manager; Randy Sivigny, St. Mary’s Bank director of commercial banking; Stephen Grzywacz; Kenneth Senus; Elizabeth Hitchcock; Joseph Campbell; Sanela Zulic, St. Mary’s Bank regional manager; Leo Simard, St. Mary’s Bank chief retail banking officer; and Christopher Galbraith

The new Concord branch will include a modern, customer-focused design, with a spacious interior that supports both traditional and digital banking services.

The addition of a drive-through teller and drive-up ITM (interactive teller machine) is designed to provide added convenience for members, further enhancing the accessibility of St. Mary’s services.

“We are excited to expand our presence in Concord with a new location that meets the growing needs of our members,” said Senus. “This new branch represents our commitment to providing personalized, community-based banking services in a convenient and accessible setting. We’re also grateful to North Branch Construction for their partnership

in bringing this vision to life.”

The groundbreaking marks the start of construction for the 3,700sf single-story building, which is designed to incorporate the latest in banking technology while maintaining the personal touch that St. Mary’s is known for. The facility is scheduled to open to the public in the summer of 2025.

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KBE Breaks Ground on New Clubhouse at Wampanoag Country Club

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West Hartford, CT – Members from Wampanoag Country Club, KBE Building Corporation, Newman Architects, and others recently celebrated a groundbreaking for Wampanoag Country Club’s new clubhouse. The groundbreaking was held on the site of the new facility and took place exactly seven months to the day after fires destroyed the country club’s historic clubhouse.

KBE is the design-builder for the project, and Newman is the architect of record. KBE oversaw the demolition and removal of the 70-year-old structure that was damaged in the April fire.

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The new 33,500sf, two-story clubhouse at this private country club will be built of structural steel set on concrete foundations. The design of the new clubhouse includes Shaker-style fiber cement siding, sloped shingle roofs, and interior furnishings to give the facility a classic New England feel. The 3,700sf first level patio with indoor/outdoor bar and 2,400sf rooftop terrace has views of the newly renovated Donald Ross designed golf course. The lower level includes golf bag storage, locker rooms, gym, and kids/ game area. The first level provides spaces for dining and functions, a commercial-

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At the groundbreaking, Glenn Cunningham, president of the country club, credited the club’s members, the design build team, and the Town of West Hartford for getting the project to its starting point just seven months later.

“We were told after the fire by various ‘experts’ that it would take two to three years to rebuild,” he told the gathering of over 50 people. “’We vowed to rebuild, to

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He called KBE his “secret weapon” in achieving this remarkable progress.

“The new clubhouse design provides for multiple views of the exceptionally beautiful valley and golf course,” said KBE principal, Jim Culkin. “We understand the difficulty for the members in losing a key part of the country club, but we are honored to be part of creating a new facility for the membership that will endure long into the future.”

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Focus: Year-In-Review 2024 Groundbreakings

Editor’s Note: Groundbreakings are listed in order of date posted on the www.high-profile.com daily newsfeed. This list, with active links to the full stories, can also be found on HP’s website by clicking on the “All News” tab and then “Groundbreaking” in the drop-down menu.

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

Ground Broken on 30-unit Multi-family Project in Taunton

Groundbreaking Held for 95,000sf Cromwell School

(l-r): Bill Nicholson; Sebastian Zapata, MassHousing; Rich Mazzocchi; Mayor Shaunna O’Connell; Angela Meehan, Eastern Bank; Jay Pateakos, City of Taunton Office of Economic and Community Development; and Patrick Dellarusso, CFO, City of Taunton

Taunton, MA – Congress|EMJ, Tremont Development Partners, MassHousing, Eastern Bank, and City of Taunton officials, including City of Taunton Mayor Shaunna O’Connell, held a groundbreaking ceremony on Jan. 11 to mark the commencement of a new 30unit, two-story multi-family development in Taunton. The project will be built under MassHousing’s CommonWealth Builder (CWB) program, which provides grants to eligible projects that deliver deed restricted affordable homeownership units in gateway and disproportionality impacted communities, in and around Boston. Read more...

Cromwell Middle School / Rendering courtesy of Perkins Eastman

Cromwell, CT – A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held for Cromwell Middle School (CMS) in Cromwell, designed by architecture and design firm Perkins Eastman.

The ceremony featured local government officials, school district representatives, CMS students, and members of the community. Read more...

MARCH

Ground Broken on New 66,000sf Campus at Franklin Cummings Tech

Dr. Aisha Francis (center) and, from Studio G Architects (l-r): Sam Maloney, designer; Sally Gibson, senior project manager; Ali Horwitz, staff architect; and Shaun Lynch, senior project architect

Boston – On March 12, Studio G Architects and Dellbrook One Way, a joint venture composed of Dellbrook|JKS and the Roxbury-based minority business enterprise, One Way Development, broke ground on a new campus for the Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (Franklin Cummings Tech, FCT), located in Nubian Square.

Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, city and state officials, and the president and CEO of Franklin Cummings Tech, Dr. Aisha Francis, gathered on-site in the heart of Boston to celebrate the groundbreaking. Read more...

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$85M Middle School Project in Holyoke Breaks Ground

Ground Broken on 94,000sf Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School Project

Groundbreaking for new middle school building in Holyoke

Holyoke, MA – On March 8, Holyoke Mayor Joshua Garcia and Holyoke Public School Superintendent Anthony Soto, along with members of the Holyoke City Council, School Committee, and School Building Committee, participated in a groundbreaking ceremony for a new 550-student middle school building in Holyoke. They were joined

by Mary Pichetti, executive director of the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), representatives from the Offices of Massachusetts State Senator John Velis and Representative Patricia Duffy, and students and staff who will be part of the new middle school when construction is completed. Read more...

Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School groundbreaking

Newton, MA – CTA Construction Managers, along with architectural firm Arrowsteet, owner’s project management firm Hill-LiRo, city officials, and members of the community recently celebrated moving into the construction phase of the Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School project with a groundbreaking ceremony. Read more... continued to page 12

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Malden Catholic Breaks Ground on Campus Expansion Project

MAY

Gould Construction Institute Breaks Ground on Training Facility

Malden Catholic expansion project

From Windover (l-r): Project Manager Donald Hegarty, Marketing Coordinator Scott Falzano, and Project Superintendent Drew Anderson

Woburn, MA – The Gould Construction Institute (GCI), the educational affiliate of Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC MA), has broken ground on its first-ever brick and mortar facility designed to improve its curriculum with handson learning. Read more...

Malden, MA – On May 9, Malden Catholic (MC) broke ground on a state-of-the-art academic and athletic facility located across the street from MC at 50 Crystal Street.

MC is partnering with Timberline Construction and Scalora Consulting Group on the expansion project, which will introduce a 7th and 8th grade program, tentatively scheduled to open for students in September 2025. MC will accept 100 students in its 7th grade and 100 students in its 8th grade. Read more...

Ground Broken on 52 New Street in Cambridge

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52 New Street groundbreaking

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Cambridge, MA – Just A Start and project partners recently broke ground on 52 New Street, which will create 106 new rental homes for residents with various incomes on the site of a vacant building and parking lot in North Cambridge. Just A Start is developing the new housing in a 6-story building that will also include 3,500sf of commercial space on the first floor. Read more...

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Alta Altitude groundbreaking

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Warwick, RI – Ground was officially broken on May 22 for the Alta Altitude multifamily development in Warwick. The $65 million project is a collaboration between Wood Partners and Schiavo Enterprises. Read more... continued to page 14

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Groundbreaking Held for 200-unit Senior Affordable Housing Project

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JULY

Ground Broken on 180,000sf Advanced Manufacturing Facility

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Foxborough, MA – The Walnut Street Joint Venture, comprised of Affordable Housing and Services Collaborative, Inc. (AHSC), Peabody Properties, and Onyx Group Development, hosted a June 24 groundbreaking ceremony for Walnut Knoll at 51 Walnut Street in Foxborough. Read more...

PROCON Celebrates Groundbreaking for ‘Arts Alley’ Development

Rendering of the advanced manufacturing facility to be located on lot BP2 at the Business Park at Myles Standish in Taunton, Mass.

Taunton, MA – The Taunton Development/MassDevelopment Corporation (TD/MDC) and Rhino Capital Advisors LLC recently broke ground on a new 180,000sf advanced manufacturing facility located on lot BP2 at the Business Park at Myles Standish in Taunton. Read more...

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Somersworth, NH – Tidemark and BOD Holdings LLC have broken ground on a new 135-unit apartment project in downtown Somersworth. State and local officials, along with members of the community, joined BOD Holdings LLC, Tidemark and PROCON’s design-build team for a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the beginning of the project. Read more...

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Ground Broken on Navigator Homes of Martha’s Vineyard Groundbreaking Held for Salem Offshore Wind Terminal

Salem Offshore Wind Terminal groundbreaking

(l-r): Richard Delaney; David McDonough, president and CEO of Navigator Homes; U.S. Senator Ed Markey; Paddy Moore, founding member of Navigator Homes; Denise Schepici, president of MV Hospital; Susan Ryan, CEO of the Green House Project; Chief Ryan Malonson, Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah); and Scott Soares, USDA State Director for Mass.

Edgartown, MA — Dellbrook|JKS celebrated the groundbreaking of Navigator Homes of Martha’s Vineyard, a new skilled nursing facility, on Aug. 5. Public officials, including U.S. Senator Ed Markey, Wampanoag Tribe of Aquinnah Chief Ryan Malonson, USDA Massachusetts State Director Scott Soares, project leaders, and architect LWDA Design, attended the groundbreaking. Read more...

Salem, MA – Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, with Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo, recently joined Crowley Wind Services President and CEO Bob Karl and other leaders for a ceremonial groundbreaking for the Salem Offshore Wind Terminal. Read more...

Ground Broken on Senior Housing in Mattapan

ReArch Co. Celebrates Groundbreaking for Fire Station

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Groundbreaking ceremony

Lebanon, NH – ReArch Company, in partnership with the City of Lebanon and Lavallee Brensinger Architects, broke ground on the new Central Fire Station for the Lebanon NH Fire Department on Aug. 12. Mayor Tim McNamara and Fire Chief James Wheatley led the ceremony, which celebrated the beginning of the project. Read more...

Randolph, MA – NEI General Contracting announced it has been selected to oversee construction of the new 150 River Streaet Village senior housing project in Mattapan, which årepresents a collaboration between Caribbean Integration Community Development (CICD) and the Archdiocese of Boston’s Planning Office for Urban Affairs (POUA). Designed by DMS Design, LLC, the project broke ground on March 28 and a groundbreaking ceremony was held on June 12. Read more... continued to page 16

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Ground Broken on The Block at 22 Everett Street

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SEPTEMBER

Saint-Gobain Breaks Ground on 47,000sf Admin Building

Worcester, MA – Saint-Gobain recently celebrated a groundbreaking ceremony to mark construction on a new administration building on its flagship abrasives manufacturing campus in Worcester. Read more...

PROCON Breaks Ground on 57,000sf Facility for Hitchiner

Groundbreaking for Hitchiner’s Shared Services Operations facility

Milford, NH – Hitchiner, in partnership with PROCON’s design-build team, has officially broken ground on a new 57,000sf Shared Services Operations facility at its Elm Street Campus in Milford. Local officials, community members, and representatives from both Hitchiner and PROCON gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking for the expansion.

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Rendering of The Block at 22 Everett Street

Westwood, MA – Petruzziello Properties, a subsidiary of Supreme Development, is breaking ground for its newest project, The Block at 22 Everett Street in Westwood.

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Williamstown Fire District Celebrates Groundbreaking

Members of the Williamstown Fire District, local officials, and the construction project team

Williamstown, MA – Members of the Williamstown Fire District, joined by local and state officials, recently celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking for a new fire station.

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OCTOBER

Callahan Breaks Ground at Leefort Terrace in Salem

(l-r): Pat Callahan, Josue Velney, Brian Parmenter, Jake Pumphret, Robin Barry King, Wyatt Dowd, Doug Morrison, and Mike Kalpin

Salem, MA – Callahan Construction Managers announced it has broken ground on Leefort Terrace in Salem, a new 124-unit affordable development on Salem Neck.

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Portland, ME – Consigli Construction Co., Inc. recently joined Northeastern University, local officials and project partners to celebrate the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Roux Institute’s new, permanent campus in Portland. Read now...

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AGC MA Celebrates its 100th Anniversary Submitted by the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts

Dec. 1 marks the 100th anniversary of the Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts’ (AGC MA) statewide charter from AGC America. AGC MA celebrated the 100th year on May 23 at the State Room Boston.

Former Boston Mayor Marty Walsh was recognized with the first national SIR Award ever presented by AGC MA. The event also included the Member Distinction Awards and the election of new board members.

Throughout the year, AGC MA continued to build on the work of the last 100 years including: Safety and Wellness: AGC MA launched CARE Construction Safety Ori-

AGC MA celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2024.

AGC MA’s Building Women in Construction program held several events in 2024 and introduced the BuildHer Mentorship program.

entation across 12 general contractors. To date, over 14,000 video orientations have been delivered across the 250 projects.

AGC MA plans to expand the CARE Construction Safety Program in 2025.

Training and Education: AGC MA members are national leaders in participation in the AGC America EDGE virtual training options and AGC MA has expanded its local educational curriculum to include the BuildHer Mentorship Program. It is designed to provide women in the commercial construction industry the opportunity to realize their full potential through connecting and building trusting relationships.

Workforce Development: Recently, MassCEC awarded a Planning and Capacity Grant to AGC MA for its range of workforce development programs including the Boston Pipeline: Adopt

a School program, which saw 100 volunteers work with over 300 Boston Public School elementary students to teach them about rewarding STEM careers in construction. AGC MA hosts the Future Builders program at Blackstone Valley Tech and Nipmuc Comprehensive

Area construction professionals shared their knowledge with Boston Public Schools elementary students during AGC MA’s Adopt a School program.

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High School, which provides high school students a first look at engineering and construction career paths, as well as the Building Advancement Externship, which immerses 15 educators in the industry for one week every summer to equip them as Industry Ambassadors.

Diversity and Inclusion: AGC MA continued to lead the local effort to participate in Construction Inclusion Week. The AGC MA Diversity Summit, hosted at Bentley University, highlighted the ongoing successes of programs and partnerships designed to enhance the capacity of underrepresented business entities. AGC MA also hosted trainings on Psychological Safety and Respecting Other People’s Model of the World, a site tour of Franklin Cummings Tech, and a Standdown for Respect at BC High School.

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Colantonio Looks Back on 2024

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In 2024, Colantonio oversaw a number of distinctive projects throughout Massachusetts, including housing, transportation, culture, and public safety facilities.

For the Cambridge Housing Authority, the firm is working on the renovation and upgrading of an affordable housing project on Norfolk Street in Cambridge.

The project, a partnership with HMFH Architects, involves the gut rehab of a century-old 4.5 story masonry building and the construction of a new 25,000sf wood frame addition. When the project

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wraps up in 2025, it will increase the number of residences from 38 to 62 studio apartments, helping to alleviate

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a growing housing crunch for citizens who are experiencing homelessness, the elderly, and those living with disabilities.

The site will also include a new common kitchen, fitness room, community spaces, expanded laundry room, all-electric variable refrigerant flow heating and cooling system, and fresh landscaping and site improvements.

Working alongside Kaestle Boos Associates, Colantonio is building a new 49,000sf state-of-the-art public safety building for the Town of Hingham. The waterfront facility, which will house the town’s police headquarters and fire house, is set to include a 17,000sf parking garage and several vehicle garage bays.

Abatement and demolition of the existing structure has already taken place, and extensive site upgrades are underway.

Features will include radiant heat flooring and the installation of infrastructure to support photovoltaic panels and electric car charging stations.

The firm has recently undertaken another waterfront project, with project partners BIA.studio: the reconstruction of the Steamship Authority’s Woods Hole Ferry Terminal. Work has begun, and the project will ultimately produce a new ferry terminal, utility building, attendant booths, bus berths, and more. The project has been carefully sequenced and phased to allow for uninterrupted waterside and landside operations, and Colantonio will

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be applying for LEED certification at its completion.

Colantonio was also awarded the renovation of the historic Zeiterion Performing Arts Center in New Bedford, a century-old space and regional landmark.

The renovation will ensure ADA accessibility and introduce amenities including a new elevator, new lobbies, concession stands, a new box office, remodeled public restrooms, patron lounges, staff offices, and arts education classrooms. The original lobby and auditorium will also be renovated, and an orchestra pit will be installed, requiring deep excavation and additional structural support. Throughout the process, the Colantonio team, including the firm’s colleagues at Wilson Butler Architects, will carefully ensure preservation of the iconic theater’s historic character.

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AEM/CTC Reflects on the Year, Looks Ahead to 2025 Submitted by American Energy Management/ Connecticut Temperature Controls 2024 marked a transformative year for American Energy Management (AEM) and Connecticut Temperature Controls (CTC) as we expanded our presence, enhanced our technology, and prioritized sustainability in our building automation solutions. Our growth into new regions and industries helped us reach more clients than ever, and we’re proud to have secured partnerships with key players in many industries.

Our commitment to innovation drove significant advancements in our offerings this year, with a focus on delivering intelligent, reliable solutions through our partnerships with Distech and KMC Controls. Leveraging Distech’s open architecture and advanced IoT capabilities, we provided clients with seamless, scalable systems that enable real-time monitoring of air quality, energy use, and occupancy. This made buildings more responsive and efficient, supporting healthier, more comfortable environments. With KMC Controls, we further enhanced our automation capabilities, utilizing their secure, flexible platforms to deliver precise control of HVAC, lighting, and energy systems.

Through these collaborations, we empowered our clients with cutting-edge tools for smart building management, creating sustainable solutions that support long-term operational efficiency and security.

Both offices have had an active year, finishing up ongoing projects and kicking off new ones. Our Westborough

office (AEM) significantly increased our presence in the hospitality sector.

AEM completed a 5-phase project for the Westin Copley, which involved a comprehensive upgrade of the building control system. Phase 1 included setting up a new fiber network from the 37th floor to the garage, with a central server for building controls. Phase 2 focused on upgrading air conditioning units and boilers with new IP-based controllers and network connections. Phase 3 transitioned old systems to digital controls and updated heating, cooling, and exhaust systems with new controllers and wiring. Phase 4 updated AC units on floors 1–6 and the hot water system with new controllers and wiring. The final phase involved upgrading VAV and FTU controllers on floors 1–6 with new IPbased controllers and connections. This comprehensive upgrade significantly enhanced the Westin Copley’s building management capabilities, improving energy efficiency and overall system performance throughout the hotel.

As we move into 2025, AEM will concentrate on new retrofit projects for the Dagny Hotel and the Westin Seaport Hotel. The Dagny Hotel project involves installing a new Building Automation System (BAS), which will replace the existing pneumatic controls with Direct Digital Controls (DDC) for HVAC equipment, including central plant equipment, air handlers, and unitary equipment. Similarly, the Westin Seaport project will implement a new BAS to replace the outdated JCI system with an open Tridium/Niagara-based solution.

This new system will feature BACnet IP-based controllers for the central plant equipment, garage exhaust, and the 14 air handling units (AHUs), along with software integration for the existing BACnet/N2 ERU, VAV, and exhaust fan controls. These upgrades will enhance operational efficiency, improve system reliability, and ensure both hotels are equipped with state-of-the-art building management technology.

Our Cromwell office (CTC) had a successful year in the educational sector.

In 2024, we completed a project for Washington Middle School in Meriden, Conn., which involved furnishing and installing an open-protocol Distech Controls Building Management System.

This system included software, building controllers, application controllers, and input/output devices for the DDC control of HVAC equipment. CTC will implement a web-based Distech BACnet DDC network on the Tridium Niagara platform, accessible via any browser. This includes Distech Supervisor Software supporting up to 200 controllers. CTC will install and wire DDC controls across systems including boilers, chillers, cooling towers, VAV boxes, air handling units, cafeteria rooftop units, fan coils, and cabinet heaters. This involves setting up temperature, humidity, and pressure sensors, control valves, pumps, actuators, and new Distech controllers. With these upgrades, Washington Middle School gains a robust, integrated system that enhances building efficiency, comfort, and ease of maintenance. The completed project showcases CTC’s expertise in delivering advanced, user-friendly building management solutions tailored to the needs of educational facilities.

In 2025, CTC will concentrate on

the Norwich, Conn. Water Pollution Control Facility project, which includes new construction, system upgrades, and modifications to existing infrastructure.

CTC will install a Distech Controls Building Management System (BMS) with BACnet DDC controllers, sensors, and devices for HVAC control in areas such as the Headworks and Secondary Sludge Pumping buildings. This system, built on the Tridium Niagara platform, provides web-based access without requiring additional software licenses.

CTC will also install explosion-proof sensors, controllers, and actuators, with communication over fiber optics. CTC will provide communication links to various factory-installed DDC controllers for equipment such as boilers, pumps, rooftop units, air handling units, and make-up air systems. This includes wiring and installation of sensors, control valves, and relays. CTC will also wire and install temperature sensors, flow switches, and damper actuators. Additionally, CTC will assist with start-up support for these systems.

As we look to 2025, we’re excited to continue our focus on sustainable technologies to shape smarter, greener, and more resilient buildings for the future.

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Focus: Awards ABC MA Celebrates 2024 Excellence in Construction Awards Norwood, MA – Over 300 people turned out to honor their fellow members at the Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts’ (ABC MA) 32nd Annual Excellence in Construction Awards dinner, held at the Four Points by Sheraton Hotel in Norwood.

The awards recognize overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements, overcoming challenges, and client satisfaction. Nine projects earned Eagle awards, which represent the pinnacle of achievement, and 13 won Merit awards, which are reserved for work that stands above the rest. For the second year in a row, BW Kennedy won the ABC Spirit Award for completing its Eagle award-winning project with the largest number of ABC subcontractors and suppliers.

“For 32 years, ABC MA’s Excellence in Construction Awards has recognized the outstanding work of our member contractors,” said ABC MA president, Greg Beeman. “Every year it reenergizes us to see what our members are capable of, often in the face of immense obstacles.”

The winners: General Contractor Commercial $1M to $5M

Eagle • Kaplan Construction for Castle Island Brewery South Boston General Contractor Commercial Over $5M

Eagle • BW Kennedy & Co. for Commonwealth Fusion Systems, CFS-1 Merit • Bald Hill Builders for Hebrew Senior Life – Simon C. Fireman Community Expansion • Connolly Brothers for Calare Properties Public Safety Training Facility Commercial Design-Build Fit-Up

General Contractor – Historical Restoration/Renovation – Over $1M

Merit • NEI for Knox Residences I and II General Contractor – Industrial All Contract Amounts

Eagle • Cianbro Corporation for Wash Tank 1 & 2 Replacements

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Merit • Dacon Corp. for 111 Speen Street

General Contractor – Residential All Contract Amounts

Specialty Contractor – Exteriors All Contract Amounts

General Contractor – Institutional All Contract Amounts

Eagle • Erland Construction for The Block at Odell Park

Eagle • R&R Window Contractors, Inc. for Amherst College – Aliki Perroti and Seth Frank Lyceum

Eagle • Windover Construction for Endicott College – Cummings School of Nursing and Health Sciences Merit • Bowdoin Construction for Land’s Sake Fa rm Farmstand

General Contractor – Mega-Projects (all projects over $100 million)

Eagle • A/Z Corporation for M5 Project America General Contractor – Public Works/Environmental All Contract Amounts

Eagle • Methuen Construction for Manchester Water Works – Merrimack River Water Treatment Plant and Raw Water Pump Station

Merit • Delphi Construction Inc. for Brewster Woods • Plumb House, Inc. for The Green District

Specialty Contractor – Electrical: Commercial – Over $1M

Eagle • Interstate Electrical Services Corporation for Endicott College – The Cummings School of Nursing & Health Sciences Merit • Interstate Electrical Services Corporation for Elliot Hospital Emergency Department • Tocco Building Systems for SkyHawk/DragonFly

Merit • Metro Walls for 60 Penhallow

Specialty Contractor – Interiors All Contract Amounts

Merit • Optiline Enterprises LLC for Artisan Hotel and Residences Specialty Contractor – Mechanical: Commercial – Over $1M

Merit • DECCO, Inc. for Project Gulf Can – Line 1 Piping Install Specialty Contractor – Specialty Construction – Industrial – Demolition & Remediation

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The Windover Construction team

The Tocco Building Systems team

The team from A/Z Corporation

The BW Kennedy team

Commonwealth Fusion Systems earns ABC Excellence in Construction Eagle Award and Spirit Award

BW Kennedy & Co. served as the construction manager for CFS’s new headquarters and Magnet Manufacturing Facility.

The project consisted of a Class A, single-tenant ground-up building and 11-acre site development. Built for King Street Properties and customized for their tenant Commonwealth Fusion Systems, the 168,000-square-foot building consists of build-to-suit manufacturing and office space.

BW Kennedy & Co. also provided site infrastructure for the campus and future buildings. The project included a large server room with Liebert unit for cooling and glass walls for visual enhancement.

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The KBE Foundation: Making a Difference in Local Communities

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Now in its 16th year, the KBE Foundation continued its mission of giving back to the communities where its employees live and work. From baiting hooks at the Special Olympics fishing derby to serving BBQ lunches to veterans and families, the Foundation made a significant impact. Efforts included swinging hammers for Habitat for Humanity, awarding $18,000 in scholarships, and delivering 500 Thanksgiving dinners—demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting those in need.

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These initiatives are driven by the KBE Foundation Committee, a group of employees representing all KBE Building Corporation’s offices and divisions. The committee organizes signature events, manages monthly Philanthropy Friday donations, and seeks new ways to uplift local communities.

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Through the collective efforts of employees, partners, and supporters, the KBE Foundation honors its tradition of giving, helping to create communities filled with hope, opportunity, and connection.

Since KBE Building Corporation launched the philanthropic program in 2009 as part of the company’s then 50-years in business, the Foundation has donated more than $4.4M. The non-profit charitable foundation formalized the company’s long history of community support.

Here’s a recap of the Foundation’s accomplishments in 2024.

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P H I L A N T H R O P Y F R I D AY : T U R N I N G C A S U A L F R I D AY S I N T O C O M M U N I T Y I M PA C T At KBE, Fridays aren’t just about dressing down—they’re about lifting others up. Through KBE’s Philanthropy Friday initiative, employees make donations in exchange for the privilege of dressing casually at the office. These contributions are then generously matched by KBE’s senior leadership team, doubling the impact of every dollar given. Each month, these funds are allocated to charities chosen by the firm’s staff either through regional office locations or departmental teams at its Connecticut headquarters.

In 2024, the KBE Foundation provided $3,600 in funding for the following organizations: Camp Courant THE ALS Association Covenant House Construction Angels The Diaper Bank

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P L AY H O U S E B U I L D , H A B I TAT F O R H U M A N I T Y | B L O O M F I E L D , C T In mid-April, employees from KBE Building and Elite Construction Resources gathered at Habitat’s Re-Store in Bloomfield, CT to donate their time, effort, and creativity to the cause. Together, the KBE team built a playhouse from scratch according to the children’s wishes.

C O R P O R AT E B U I L D H A B I TAT F O R H U M A N I T Y | H A R T F O R D , C T A team of five KBE Building staff joined with a Habitat leader on June 13 to help build out the exterior sheathing of a two-story home in Hartford, CT. The Habitat program engages families in need of housing to provide “sweat equity” in the construction of a family home and relies on volunteer support to help fund and provide construction services for each project.

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KBE was the founding sponsor for the event, now in its seventh year. The fishing tournament draws Special Olympians from around the country. The volunteers worked with the athletes on all aspects of fishing in the freshly stocked pond, from baiting hooks to shouting encouragement when someone hooks a fish.

CONNECTICUT VETERAN’S CENTER/MISSION BBQ LUNCH | NEWINGTON, CT The Foundation continued its tradition of serving lunch to veterans and their families, along with staff, at the state-run Veterans Center in Newington, CT. At its fifth annual event on September 11, KBE volunteers served 200+ veterans and their family members and facilities staff with a terrific lunch catered by Mission BBQ.

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construction, bringing total awards to $150,000 since 2015. These scholarships have supported 137 graduating Technical High School seniors and Connecticut students, helping them cover costs like tools, licensing fees, books, and tuition. With over 500,000 construction jobs still open in the U.S., this program aims to inspire and support the next generation of construction professionals in building rewarding careers.

K B E F O U N D AT I O N G O L F T O U R N A M E N T | W AT E R B U R Y, C T First held in 2015, this annual golf event has drawn hundreds of golfers and raised thousands of dollars for our technical high school scholarship program. This year’s day-long event, held on September 16 at the Country Club of Waterbury hosted more than one hundred golfers. This charitable event is a major fundraiser for the Foundation. The event is managed by an in-house committee of volunteers, who start work 7-8 months in advance of the event.

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15 T H A N N U A L G I F T O F G O B B L E | FA R M I N G T O N C T For the 16th consecutive year, the KBE Foundation hosted its annual Gift of Gobble program on November 23 in Farmington, CT. Staff from KBE Northeast, Elite Construction Resources, CMP Exterior, and their families gathered at Camp Courant to assemble 500 Thanksgiving meal kits for community service organizations. These agencies distribute the meals to families in need across their communities.

Each meal kit included all the essentials for a classic Thanksgiving dinner: turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, vegetables, potatoes, yams, rolls, pies, and even a roasting pan. Since its inception in 2009, the Gift of Gobble program has provided meals to over 5,160 families in Connecticut and Massachusetts.

This cherished tradition reflects the KBE Foundation’s commitment to supporting local communities, ensuring families in need can enjoy a warm, festive meal during the holiday season.

Among the community agencies receiving boxes this year are the following: • Basket of Love – Norwalk, CT • Bloomfield Social and Youth Services – Bloomfield, CT • Catholic Charities / Institute for Hispanic Families – Hartford, CT • Christian Community Action Family Center - New Haven, CT • Columbus House – New Haven and Middletown, CT • Farmington Community Services, Farmington, CT • Groton Youth and Family Services – Groton, CT • Greyhouse - Springfield, MA • Master’s Manna – Wallingford, CT • New Britain Community Services – New Britain, CT • Newington Medical Center, Victory Gardens Housing – Newington, CT • The Grace Place – Meriden, CT • Trinity Roman Catholic Church – Hartford, CT • Waterbury Youth Services – Waterbury, CT • Wallingford Master’s Manna – Wallingford, CT • United Congregational Church – Bridgeport, CT • United Way New London Homeless Hospitality Center – New London, CT

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S T V I N C E N T ’ S H O S P I TA L / H A R T F O R D H E A LT H ’ S M E D I C A L M I S S I O N AT H O M E For two consecutive years, The Foundation made a significant donation to St Vincent’s Hospital’s Medical Mission at Home, where the contribution helps to fund medical and support services for hundreds of Bridgeport-area residents.

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Erland Construction Receives Eagle Award ABC MA Recognizes Bald Hill Builders

The Erland Construction team (l-r): Dan James, general superintendent; Clarence Reid, safety director; Mike Damigella, superintendent; Ryan Duval, assistant project manager (back); Dan Smith, field supervisor; Sean McDonald, president; Eric Greene, VP and residential group manager (back); Steve McDonald, CEO; and Alan Scott, project executive

Burlington, MA – Erland Construction has been honored with the Eagle Award by the Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC MA) for its exceptional work on The Block at Odell Park. The Eagle Award celebrates outstanding excellence in project execution, quality craftsmanship, safety, innovation, and client satisfaction.

In addition to this recognition, The Block at Odell Park also earned multiple accolades earlier this year, including a CMAA-NE Project Achievement Award, an ENR Merit Award, and a BRAGB Prism Award. The project team included owner/developer Beverly Crossing and

architect SV Design.

Eric Greene, vice president and residential group manager at Erland Construction, said, “Receiving such widespread recognition for The Block at Odell Park is a testament to the hard work, attention to detail, and commitment to safety and quality that our team put into every aspect of this project. Residential projects like this one have a lasting impact on the community, and we’re proud to be part of something that’s not only transforming downtown Beverly but also contributing to the neighborhood’s growth and vibrancy.”

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Randolph, MA – The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC MA) awarded Bald Hill Builders a Merit Award at its 32nd annual Excellence in Construction Awards for its outstanding work on the Hebrew Senior Life – Simon C. Fireman Community Expansion in Randolph.

“We are proud to recognize the outstanding work of our member contractors through the ABC Excellence in Construction Awards,” said ABC MA

president, Greg Beeman. “The winning contractors maintained a constant focus on meeting their clients’ needs and set a high bar for craftsmanship, quality and safety.”

The Merit Award Bald Hill won for the Hebrew Senior Life – Simon C. Fireman Community Expansion is reserved for work that stands above the rest. It recognizes overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction.

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Metro Walls received an Excellence in Construction Award at the ABC NH/ VT ceremony for multiple projects including 60 Penhallow at Brick Market in Portsmouth, N.H. and The Armature in Portland, Maine. The 60 Penhallow project, a 97,000sf mixed-use building, provides both office and retail space for the community. Representatives of Metro Walls say the complex project features an exceptional exterior facade with compound radius walls and a range of finishes, including wood, metal, and granite, and that the use of mass timber and cross-laminated timber (CLT) further enhances the impressive design. Once a parking lot, the site was transformed

into a 4-story structure inspired by Portsmouth’s rich maritime history, incorporating artistic timber and copper elements throughout. The 60 Penhallow at Brick Market project was also awarded a Merit award at the ABC MA ceremony.

The Armature was previously a surface parking lot and public works garage in Portland. As more people relocated to Portland, a 240,000sf, 8-story apartment complex and retail space was built in order to support the growing neighborhood.

The building is equipped with numerous amenities for residents, including a pool, courtyard, private parking, indoor and outdoor fitness spaces, gaming room, pet washing station, and 6,500sf of retail space.

“We are honored to be a part of a project that has become such a distinct landmark and destination within Portsmouth,” said Steve Gagnon, senior VP and project manager of 60 Penhallow at Brick Market.

“Metro Walls is proud to be recognized amongst great contractors. Congratulations to all of the other winners.”

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Dacon Awarded by ABC for 111 Speen Street Project Framingham, MA – Associated Builders and Contractors recently conferred on Dacon the Excellence in Construction Award for the 111 Speen Street project.

The Merit Award category is for work standing above the rest due to overall excellence in project execution, safety, craftsmanship, design and client satisfaction.

The facility is a 5-story office building in Natick, designed by Postmodernist Robert A.M. Stern in 1985. For this competition, the modernization of a facility with architectural significance without forsaking history was the winning catalyst. Stern’s Postmodernism style centered on integrating classical and modern elements in a whimsical, irreverently playful, and complex manner.

Kevin McCall, CEO of Paradigm Properties, said, “This building had a lot of inherently good characteristics, but the design held it back. We bought this property with the understanding of making some significant changes. In this case it was a different kind of challenge because we envisioned a dramatic change in the way the building would meet the market.” By replacing outdated, overbearing architectural elements with a sleek, modern color palette, increasing glazing, and enhancing the connection to the outdoors, the entrance was transformed

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into a welcoming and revitalized focal point. The integration of collaborative spaces and wellness-focused amenities is designed to create an environment that fosters both productivity and wellbeing, a warm post-Covid return to office life. Immediately post construction, the occupancy rose from 63% to 78%, the rental rate grew from $27/SF to $32/SF, and four tenants renewed leases.

Greg Beeman, president of ABC MA, said, “The Merit Award Dacon won for 111 Speen Street reflects how one team proficiently designed, managed contractors and walked beside their client to create an optimal outcome for a building with architectural significance.”

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R&R Window Contractors Wins ABC MA Award for Amherst College Project

Amherst, MA – R&R Window Contractors, Inc. announced it was awarded an Excellence in Construction Eagle Award by Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC MA) for the Aliki Perroti & Seth Frank Lyceum project at Amherst College. The team won in the category of Specialty Contractor – Exteriors.

The Amherst College Lyceum project is new construction integrated with a historic building. The architect on the smart sustainable project is Bruner/Cott Architects. R&R took on the scope of the complex Schuco curtain wall and window systems, automated project-out windows,

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manually operated tilt-turn windows, interior fire rated storefronts, smoke baffles, sunshades, doors and the roof screen.

R&R built each Schuco window from scratch while keeping hundreds of individual parts organized. R&R utilized the MetalOpt software tool in its engineering process to create and stay organized with TAGs, cutlists and fabrication sheets. R&R overcame challenges during the assembly phase, like learning a new software system to initialize the automated windows and adjusting the workflow to accommodate the sensitivity of the locking mechanisms.

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early and incorporated the solution into the prep process.

During construction, R&R also helped solve problems that arose due to actual conditions onsite regarding the historic building, such as customizing the expansion joints between the new and existing structures. Other challenges were the tight site conditions, such as handling difficult maneuvering in and around the constricted space between the curtain wall and the historic building. R&R’s project managers handled the difficult logistics of dealing with a larger number of products than usual and kept the project on schedule, taking unforeseen challenges into consideration.

“R&R is especially proud of all the R&R employees that were a pivotal part of bringing another award winning, successful project to completion,” said Tabby Smith, president.

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Woburn, MA – Connolly Brothers announced it received a Merit Award from The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC MA) at the 32nd annual Excellence in Construction Awards, for its outstanding work on the Calare Properties Public Safety Training Facility Commercial Design-Build Fit-Up project in Milford.

“We are proud to recognize the outstanding work of our member contractors through the ABC Excellence in Construction Awards,” said ABC MA president, Greg Beeman. “The winning

contractors maintained a constant focus on meeting their clients’ needs and set a high bar for craftsmanship, quality and safety.”

The Merit Award Connolly Brothers won for the Calare Properties Public Safety Training Facility Commercial Design-Build Fit-Up project is reserved for work that stands above the rest.

It recognizes overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction.

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Kaplan Construction Awarded by ABC MA for Castle Island Brewery Project Boston – Kaplan Construction announced its work on Castle Island Brewery in South Boston has earned an Excellence in Construction (EIC) Award from the Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC MA). The awards ceremony was held on Nov. 7.

Kaplan was awarded the Eagle Award, an honor reserved for work that stands above the rest. It recognizes overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction.

This marks the 10th time Kaplan has received the Eagle Award.

Located within an existing industrial building, Castle Island Brewery South Boston features a 4,000sf main tasting room with seating for 220 people, a retail area, and a 1,900sf private event space which can accommodate up to 140 people. A quarter of Castle Island’s new space accommodates the brewing operations, including a brewhouse and seven 10-barrel tanks. The new location opened for business in September 2021.

“Despite the many challenges our team faced, this project was marked by exceptional collaboration and seamless communication among Kaplan, ownership, and the design team,” stated Nathan Peck, president of Kaplan Construction. “A major highlight of

The Kaplan Construction team (l-r): Jane Kaplan Peck, Jacqueline Maloney, and Nathan Peck

the process was our shared dedication to preserving the building’s original character and finding creative ways to achieve that goal. We are honored to receive the EIC Award for our work, especially for a valued repeat client like Castle Island Brewing Company.”

During construction, Kaplan uncovered unexpected conditions in the century-old building, including an unusually thick concrete slab, underground obstructions, and deteriorated plumbing. These findings required collaboration with the structural engineer and significant adjustments, including replacing plumbing and rebuilding several walls. Other key

challenges included working within the building’s compact footprint and overcoming the impacts of COVID-19.

The project team also included National Development, developer; Joe the Architect, architect; BLW Engineers, MEP/FP engineer; and Souza True & Partners, structural engineer.

Kaplan Construction also announced it has been named one of the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts

by The Women’s Edge. The honorees were recognized during the annual celebratory breakfast event at Boston Marriott Copley Place on Nov. 1.

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honored generated over $124 billion in revenue in 2023. In addition to revenue or operating budget, factors considered in the evaluation included workplace and management diversity, board makeup, and innovative projects. The full list was published in the Globe Magazine’s Women & Power issue on Nov. 1 and in print on Nov. 3.

Kaplan is a certified Women Business Enterprise (WBE) by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a designation for businesses that are at least 51% owned or controlled by women. Kaplan also frequently undertakes projects requiring Boston Resident Jobs Policy (BRJP) compliance and has employed a substantial number of women- and minority-owned subcontractors to fulfill these requirements.

“We are incredibly grateful to be recognized as a Top 100 Women-Led Business for the eighth time, and we extend our congratulations to this year’s honorees,” said Jane Kaplan Peck, majority owner and chief operating officer at Kaplan Construction. “With nearly a quarter of our team comprised of women – well above the industry average – Kaplan is committed to advancing opportunities for women in construction. We’re thrilled to have our efforts acknowledged by such distinguished organizations as The Women’s Edge and The Boston Globe.”

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CT ABC Hosts 2024 Excellence in Construction Awards Southington, CT – The Connecticut Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (CT ABC) hosted its Annual Excellence in Construction Awards Dinner on Oct. 30 at the Aqua Turf in Southington, with almost 700 ABC members and guests in attendance.

This year’s Safety judges were Adam Peters, KBE Building Corporation; Jamie Prior, American Ladders and Scaffolds, Inc.; and Paul Mozzicato, Smith Brothers Insurance, LLC.

The winners: Best in Show

• Hartford 21 Central Utility Plant – EMCOR Services New England Mechanical Excellence in Construction Awards

• Quarry Walk, Oxford Towne Center – Haynes Development • Connecticut State Capitol Atrium Skylight Replacement & Stained Glass Laylight Reinstallation – Kronenberger & Sons Restoration, LLC Chris Fryxell, president of CT ABC

The CT ABC Excellence in Construction awards program honors the state’s most innovative and high-quality Merit Shop construction projects. The award honors all construction team members, including the contractor, owner, architect and engineer. Also recognized at the event were those companies that achieved STEP recognition for World Class Safety, the “Best of the Best” Safety Award winners, and the CT ABC Co-Legislators The Excellence in Construction and Merit Award winners are projects submitted to this annual competition and judged by an independent panel of judges which include architects, engineers and university professionals.

Project submittals must adhere to rigorous application requirements for consideration of the year’s top honors.

Contractors must not only demonstrate outstanding quality in construction and references from the project owner, but also rigorous safety performance.

This year’s Excellence in Construction judges were David Barkin, State of Connecticut; David Brownell, Brownell Group; Angela Cahill, STV Inc.; Thomas A. DiBlasi, DiBlasi Associates, P.C.; Allen V. Herring, retired- State of Connecticut/Dept. of Construction Services; Jacob Kovel, Central Connecticut State University; and Bud Salemi, PROCONSUL, LLC.

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Safety/STEP-Safety Management System: DIAMOND • Catalyst Construction Services, LLC • Cianbro Corporation • Domack Restoration, LLC • Electrical Energy Systems Corp.

• Haynes Construction Co. • KBE Building Corporation • LaRosa Building Group, LLC • Macri Associates, Inc. • Midstate Site Development, LLC • Modern Mechanical Systems, Inc. • SLAM Construction Services • United Rentals, Inc. • Viking Construction, Inc PLATINUM • All State Construction, Inc. • BCI, Inc. D/B/A Butler Company • EMCOR Services New England Mechanical • Kronenberger & Sons Restoration, Inc. • Network Framing Solutions, LLC • Network Interiors, Inc. • R.H. White Construction Co., Inc. • Temporary Wall Systems Hartford • VMS Construction Company

GOLD • A/Z Corporation • The Middlesex Corporation • Wohlsen Construction Company SILVER • All-Brite Electric, Inc. • Crest Mechanical Services • E.A. Quinn Landscape Contracting, LLC • Eagle Rivet Roof Service Corporation • Electrical Contractors, Inc. • Fortunato Construction Group • MacKenzie Painting Co., Inc. • Nosal Builders, Inc. • Sarazin General Contractors, Inc. • Sarracco Mechanical Services, Inc BRONZE • AFS Contracting, LLC • Interior Building Contractors, LLC • Notch Mechanical Constructors • Petra Construction Corporation • Professional Electrical Contractors of CT, Inc.

• Wash Tanks 1 & 2 Replacement Cianbro Corporation • City of Waterbury ARPA & ESSER Capital Improvements Program – KBE Building Corporation • Hartford Truck – PDS Engineering & Construction, Inc. • Young Pharmaceuticals – PDS Engineering & Construction, Inc.

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AIA CT Announces 2024 Architecture Awards

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New Haven, CT – The Connecticut Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Connecticut) recently announced its 2024 Architecture Awards recipients.

The 2024 Annual Awards Gala is scheduled to take place on Dec. 12 at Cascade in Hamden. The event celebrates excellence in residential and commercial architecture, the transformative power of design, and the achievements of emerging professionals who have made outstanding

contributions to the field. It also honors individuals and groups for their significant impact on the architecture profession and the organization.

From 210 submissions, 50 awards will be presented to individuals and firms, culminating in the announcement of the Project of the Year, selected by the Design Awards Jury. The evening will also recognize members celebrating 25- and 50-year milestones of AIA membership.

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BUSINESSES WITH FEWER THAN 50 EMPLOYEES Excellence: • Bessemer Venture Partners – Amenta Emma Architects, Hartford, CT • Grid Iron Capital, LLC – CPG Architects, Stamford, CT BUSINESSES WITH MORE THAN 50 EMPLOYEES Excellence: • The Village – CPG Architects, Stamford, CT www.e2engineers.com New London, CT Concord, MA TJW Photography

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Excellence: • Restoration of the Brick House (by Philip Johnson, 1949) – The Glass House, New Canaan, CT • State Capitol Laylight & Skylight Restoration – Crosskey Architects LLC, Hartford, CT • Sterling Memorial Library Linonia & Brothers Reading Room – Apicella + Bunton Architects, New Haven, CT Merit: • Lee’s Academy – Duo Dickinson Architect, Madison, CT Design Awards

ADAPTIVE RE-USE Excellence: • Brooklyn Mass Timber House – Schiller Projects, New York, NY • NXTHVN – TenBerke, New York, NY ARCHITECTURE: ENCOMPASSING ART Excellence: • Pink House – Roger Ferris and Partners, Westport, CT • Starlight Park Facilities – GOA, New Haven, CT COMMERCIAL, INSTITUTIONAL, EDUCATIONAL, OR MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL DESIGN – OVER 25,000 SQ. FT. Excellence: • Hursey Center for Advanced Engineering and Health Professions – Payette, Boston, MA • Mansfield Elementary School – TSKP STUDIO, Hartford, CT • Science 1 Research Center – Payette, Boston, MA Merit: • Demerec Laboratory – Centerbrook Architects and Planners, Centerbrook, CT

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December 2024

ReArch Company Wins Top ABC NH/VT Award for OnLogic HQ Project

(l-r): Stacey Bevins, director of marketing, ReArch Company; Chris Huston, VP, preconstruction, ReArch Company; John Illick, CEO, ReArch Company; Phil Biondo, senior estimator, ReArch Company; David Roy, principal, Wiemann Lamphere Architects; Andrew MacKechnie, superintendent, ReArch Company; Kristen Guillette, interior design manager, Wiemann Lamphere Architects; and Hunter Gomez, senior project manager, ReArch Company

South Burlington, VT – ReArch Company announced it was presented with an Associated Builders and Contractors New Hampshire/Vermont chapter (ABC NH/ VT) Excellence in Construction Award for its exceptional work on OnLogic’s new global headquarters in South Burlington.

Additionally, ReArch was honored with the Chairman’s Award, a recognition given to the standout project of the year.

The ceremony was held on Oct. 24 in Manchester, N.H. OnLogic’s founders, Roland and Lisa Groeneveld, envisioned a new,

state-of-the-art headquarters for the global technology company that would accommodate its expanding team and reflect its values of innovation and sustainability. Technology Park in South Burlington was chosen for its proximity to the interstate and position in a thriving tech hub. With views of Vermont’s Green Mountains and a location near the Whales Tails sculpture, representatives of ReArch Company say the site perfectly aligned with OnLogic’s innovative spirit.

The goal was to create a highly energy-efficient, cutting-edge facility

OnLogic’s new global headquarters in South Burlington, Vt.

that would foster collaboration among team members. Designed by Wiemann Lamphere Architects and constructed by ReArch Company, the 3-story, 140,000sf headquarters was crafted to ensure both functionality and environmental stewardship.

Hunter Gomez, senior project manager at ReArch Company, said, “We had the best trade partners a project manager could ask for. Relationships are everything. You’re building a family, and it was a point of pride for them, as it was for ReArch – they wanted to deliver their

best work. You’re only as good as the team you have, and that was a critical success factor for us.”

Roland Groeneveld, founder and executive chair of OnLogic, said, “The quality, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit they brought to the project were exactly what we were looking for in a construction partner. ReArch worked through challenges, always coming to the table with thoughtful solutions. Overall, communication and coordination have been exemplary from preconstruction to completion.”

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Multi-Residential Callahan Construction Celebrates Opening of 250-unit Residential Development Manchester, NH – Callahan Construction Managers announced it has cut the ribbon on 75 Canal, a 250-unit residential development with retail space and underground parking located in downtown Manchester. It was built in partnership with Jones Street Investment Partners.

Representatives of Callahan say the features of the 75 Canal project reflect an increased emphasis on supporting work-from-home professionals along with amenities that residents have come to expect in an apartment community.

Callahan and Jones Street worked to integrate new levels of sophistication with features that include two fireside lounge areas, a game room, and work pods. In addition, Callahan oversaw the demolition of several existing buildings on the 2.3 acre site before beginning construction.

Representatives say that Callahan was chosen for its robust pre-construction services that ensured Jones Street could meet its desired occupancy goals while also building within an active, downtown environment, and that ensuring that neighboring businesses and residences were not impacted by construction was essential to the project’s

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success. Callahan maintained daily communication with various municipal stakeholders in Manchester, including the Building, Public Works, Fire, and Water departments. Callahan also facilitated regular site walks and meetings both on-site and in city offices to provide maximum transparency to all members of the project team.

“We are glad to gather with our friends, colleagues and collaborators to celebrate the opening of 75 Canal, a marquee project for our organization that

brings much needed housing to a severely supply constrained market,” said Matt Frazier, founder and CEO of Jones Street.

“The successful completion of 75 Canal not only advances our investment strategy, but it also demonstrates our development capabilities, which are a core part of our growth plans. Callahan Construction was a great partner throughout this process and was instrumental in bringing our vision to life. We look forward to delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents and operating as a responsible

partner to the Manchester community.”

“As Callahan continues to expand its operations into new markets like southern New Hampshire and New York, we are grateful for partners like Jones Street and the beautiful communities they bring to market,” said Steve Callahan, Jr., vice president – business development, Callahan. “75 Canal is certain to attract a new generation of residents to Manchester along with creating retail opportunities that encourage economic investment in the city.”

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Ribbon Cutting Held for West Newton and Rutland Apartments Project

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Boston – Boston Mayor Michelle Wu joined Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) and the Boston Housing Authority (BHA) to celebrate the completion of a major renovation project preserving 146 affordable housing units at the West Newton and Rutland Apartments in Boston’s historic South End neighborhood.

More than 100 partners, elected officials, residents, funders, staff, and community members joined the City of Boston and BHA for the event. Attendees included Representative John Moran (9th Suffolk), Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn,

and representatives from Senator Nick Collins’ office, the Blackstone/Franklin Square Neighborhood Association and the Ellis South End Neighborhood Association.

The project, which was financed in part by Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and federal and state Historic Tax Credits, included financing from MassHousing and Wells Fargo. These capital resources enabled significant renovations to the 146 units of public housing, with the BHA continuing to provide ongoing operating subsidies to ensure their permanent

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“I am so grateful for our partners who share our dedication to making Boston an affordable, attainable, and enjoyable home for everyone,” said Wu. “This transfer and renovation process exemplifies the different approaches we can take to preserve much-needed affordable housing in our city. Thank you to everyone who worked to keep these families in our city and ensure affordable housing in perpetuity in this neighborhood.”

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Formerly a BHA-owned public housing community, this project transfers ownership and management of the property to IBA, who will ensure permanent affordability in compliance with its ground lease with the BHA. Of the 146 total units, 110 of the apartments are made affordable through the federal Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program and 36 units through the federal Section 8 program, with subsidies from both programs administered by the BHA. “In partnership with the BHA, our team’s long-standing dedication and

effective collaboration have protected our community by enhancing the lives of our residents and ensuring that they can remain in our neighborhood,” said Vanessa Calderón-Rosado, CEO of IBA. “These renovations provide safe, modern spaces and foster stability and opportunity for the residents. We’re preserving the South End’s diversity while offering programs that empower residents, reinforcing our commitment to social and economic mobility. This is about ensuring everyone has a place to call home and a chance to thrive.”

“Boston needs every affordable housing unit, and the West Newton/ Rutland Apartments have long been a critical link in Boston’s affordable housing landscape in the South End,” said BHA administrator, Kenzie Bok. “Delivering these upgrades in partnership with IBA enables us to give hundreds of families an opportunity to live in safe, beautifully renovated homes in one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods.”

Going forward residents will have access to IBA’s residential programs and services, which include education, workforce development, advocacy, arts and cultural programming.

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Senior/Assisted Living NEI General Contracting Completes The Pryde Senior Housing in Hyde Park Boston – NEI General Contracting announced it has completed construction on The Pryde, creating New England’s first LGBTQ-affirming affordable community for residents 62 years of age and older.

Completed with the development team that includes Pennrose, LGBTQ Senior Housing, Inc. and DiMella Shaffer, the community consists of 74 mixed-income rental homes constructed inside the historic former William Barton Rogers Middle School in Hyde Park, offered to households earning less than 30% to less than 100% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

The Pryde includes studio, one-, and two-bedroom apartments. Several units were set aside for the formerly homeless and 70% of the units give preference to current Boston residents at initial leaseup. It features a 10,000sf community center, a learning classroom, a library, and an art exhibition space. There is also a multipurpose space for neighborhood meetings and events. Renovations also incorporated lounge areas, a fitness center, on-site laundry, and an outdoor courtyard. The brand-new apartments feature modern kitchens with a

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dishwasher, electric cooktop and wall oven, and central A/C. The Pryde is located near shops, restaurants, and a variety of cultural

and outdoor amenities, including the Riverside Theatre Works, Menino Arts Center, YMCA, and the public library.

The community is also located near two

MBTA commuter rail stops serving the Fairmont and Providence lines.

Representatives of NEI say the company was chosen to oversee the project thanks to its reputation as one of the region’s predominant affordable housing builders, with multiple new construction and renovation projects in its portfolio.

The company is routinely selected to partner with community organizations and housing authorities to help navigate the affordable housing process, and to ensure the final project reflects the needs of the community.

“The Pryde addresses the significant shortfall of affordable housing for our most vulnerable seniors in and around Boston, while also providing a community where everyone can live with dignity,” said Josef F. Rettman, president, NEI. “NEI has consistently been one of Massachusetts’ strongest supporters of the need for more affordable housing, and we are pleased to see The Pryde come to life and create access to safe and attainable apartments in Hyde Park.”

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Healthcare Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital Reconstruction Project Nears Completion

Brockton, MA – The construction project to rebuild Signature Healthcare Brockton Hospital is substantially complete and open to the public following a fire in early 2023, the project’s construction management team announced. The hospital reopened its doors in August.

The project, led by the collaborative efforts of Auburn Construction, SmithGroup, Liro Group, Peregrine Group, Anania Plumbing, and J&M Brown Company included a full

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restoration of the 341,000sf building’s infrastructure, along with significant improvements to several of its facilities.

Behind the ceilings and walls, Brockton Hospital has undergone a complete infrastructure overhaul including new electrical, plumbing, medical gas and air handling systems spanning the entire footprint of the building. A new 2,700sf addition at the north end of the hospital houses new switchgear, separating daily and emergency systems and providing

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The reconstruction meets today’s more stringent code standards and will help to prevent disruption to services if a future disaster were to occur.

The fire closure enabled other developments to move forward as well.

SmithGroup designed a modernization of the main lobby. Other major developments, which were designed by Liro Group and completed while the hospital was closed, are a brand-new Outpatient Surgical facility, a redesigned and more efficient Emergency Department, updated Radiology, a behavioral health facility, and an improved compounding pharmacy.

“The journey to rebuild Brockton Hospital has been a testament to resilience, collaboration, and efficient project management,” said David Kelliher, president of Auburn Construction.

“Starting with Signature Healthcare, Peregrine Group and SmithGroup to name a few, every one of these dedicated teams has worked tirelessly together with the single goal of reviving this staple of the Brockton community.”

“Renovating a 100-year-old hospital poses unique challenges not found in new

construction,” said Andrew Brumbach, senior principal at SmithGroup.

“Meticulous coordination, planning, flexibility, and execution by all involved was absolutely crucial to navigating century-old infrastructure and ensuring compliance with modern safety and operational standards.”

“Everyone involved worked tirelessly to create a welcoming environment that would welcome the community to the hospital while maintaining optimal conditions for current patients,” said Jordan Stone of Peregrine Group, Signature Healthcare’s real estate advisory group. “While the fire was devastating for the hospital and the community, we embraced the opportunity to transform this community pillar into a more modern and efficient facility.

We know the community will enjoy the notable changes.”

The final phase of hospital reconstruction has been focused on completing the Maternity, Pediatric, and Behavioral Health units. These departments are expected to be finished in the coming months.

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Education $106M Bond Issued for Williams College Projects Williamstown, MA – MassDevelopment has issued a $105,820,000 tax-exempt bond on behalf of the president and trustees of Williams College. The organization will use bond proceeds to finance several projects on the college’s campus, including building and equipping a new art museum and multipurpose recreation center, implementing the college’s energy and carbon master plan, renovating and equipping dormitories and dining facilities, reimbursing the college for costs incurred to build and equip the Davis Center, and completing other miscellaneous capital projects.

Founded in 1793, Williams College is the second-oldest institution of higher education in Massachusetts. The campus is home to approximately 2,100 students.

The bonds were sold through a public offering with Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC serving as lead underwriter and B of A Securities, Inc. and Samuel A. Ramirez & Co., Inc. serving as co-managers.

“Our colleges and universities drive Massachusetts forward by advancing

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knowledge, empowering our future workforce, and supporting local economies,” said MassDevelopment

deputy director and senior executive vice president, Marcos Marrero.

“MassDevelopment is pleased to help

schools like Williams College access lowcost, tax-exempt financing to build out or renovate their campuses in support of students and faculty.”

“The college is an important part of the town and a valuable asset for our community,” said Williamstown town manager, Robert Menicocci. “We are pleased to see the college’s continued investment in these past and future projects which will benefit both the college and the community as a whole.”

Williams College president, Maud S. Mandel, said, “From our new art museum and multipurpose recreation building, to commencing campus decarbonization efforts, the new bond issue will fund work that supports our educational mission, fuels employment and benefits the culture, economy and people of western Massachusetts.

MassDevelopment’s program is helping us manage costs while investing in academic excellence, so that Williams can remain affordable to talented students from all backgrounds.”

$223M Josiah Quincy Upper School in Boston Completed

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Boston – Skanska announced that its program management and consulting group, Skanska Integrated Solutions (SIS), has completed construction of the Josiah Quincy Upper School, located in Boston’s Chinatown district.

The $223 million project was funded in partnership with the City of Boston and the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), which provided $54 million of the funding. SIS was the designated program manager for the project, overseeing and collaborating with key stakeholders from planning all the way through to completion.

“We’re incredibly excited to announce the completion of the Josiah Quincy Upper School building, a project whose planning began almost a decade ago,”

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said Susan Feddema Gleason, program director, SIS. “Skanska has always been at the forefront of creating vibrant learning environments, and this project is a testament to our firm’s ability to help produce state-of-the-art educational facilities that promote enhanced learning

experiences for students.”

Totaling 178,000sf, the new 6-story school building features 35 educational spaces and 29 classrooms. The facility accommodates 650 students in grades 6-12 and 84 staff members. The building includes an auditorium with 435 seats, a black box theater with 125 seats, a 10,000sf gym, and a cafeteria with approximately 250 seats. The mechanical design of the building includes enhanced air filtration to mitigate air pollution from vehicle traffic on the adjacent Massachusetts Turnpike. The project also included outside site improvements including landscaping and repaving of the surrounding alleys, streets, sidewalks, and crosswalks.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on Sept. 12, and the building is now open for the 2024/2025 academic school year.

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Corporate DECCO, Inc. Celebrates 90th Anniversary Nashua, NH — DECCO, Inc., a mechanical and process piping contractor based in New England, announced it is celebrating its 90th anniversary.

Founded in 1934, DECCO provides high-quality solutions in construction, facility and equipment maintenance, critical equipment handling, and fabrication services. The company has completed over 15,000 FDA-validated installations.

Representatives of DECCO say the company is a pioneer in establishing welding standards and in cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) installations, and that DECCO continues to set the standard for safety, innovation, and excellence in these critical fields.

“Reaching this milestone is a direct reflection of the dedication and hard work of our employee-partners, past and present, as well as the trust and long-term loyalty of our clients and project partners,” said Kyle Reagan, CEO of DECCO, Inc. “As we look ahead to the next 90 years, we remain committed to advancing innovation, delivering the highest levels of service, and upholding the merit shop philosophy that has been cornerstone of our success.”

As DECCO celebrates this anniversary, representatives say the company has continued to enhance its capabilities and offerings to better serve clients locally and across the country.

In 2023, DECCO joined the Comfort Systems USA network, a national provider of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, further expanding its national reach and service capabilities. In 2023, the company opened a new High Purity Processing Facility and introduced its Clean Utility Service Program designed to meet the growing demands of the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences sectors.

Looking ahead, DECCO is preparing to open a state-of-the-art training center in early 2025, designed to equip its employee-partners with specialized skills for working in clean room environments.

The facility will also focus on enhancing overall employee expertise and fostering industry best practices, and will be designed to ensure that DECCO’s workforce remains at the forefront of mechanical contracting and service delivery.

In 2024, DECCO was honored with the Top Safety Leader Contractor award

by Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC), which recognizes the company’s dedication to maintaining the highest safety standards on every project.

DECCO has also been recognized for its apprenticeship programs, having

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produced more than 19 ABC Local Craft Champions and 10 ABC National Craft Champions.

“After 90 years, we’re still focused

on delivering outstanding careers in construction for our employee-partners and exceptional solutions to our clients, and we’re excited for the future,” Reagan

added. “With a strong foundation of experience, knowledge, and integrity, we look forward to continuing our legacy of excellence for generations to come.”

Tecta America Commercial Roofing Acquires Eagle Cornice

Rosemont, IL – Tecta America announces the acquisition of Eagle Cornice Company, based in Cranston, R.I. Eagle Cornice Company has served businesses and organizations of all sizes across New England since 1901 as a provider of new construction, re-roofing, service and maintenance.

“We are thrilled to welcome Eagle Cornice Company to our family of companies. For almost 125 years, Eagle Cornice has been a premier commercial roofing contractor in Rhode Island with service to the New England area. David

Soccio and his team, including partners Jon Hogberg and Joe Brillon, share our commitment to quality, integrity, and providing the best service in their markets.

We look forward to working with David and the rest of the Eagle Cornice team as they continue to provide outstanding service to their loyal customer base,” said Dave Reginelli, Tecta’s CEO. Eagle Cornice general manager, David Soccio, will continue to run the day-to-day operations as general manager alongside other key members of management and his entire workforce. The operation will

be known as Eagle Cornice Company, a Tecta America Company, LLC. “It was extremely important for us to partner with an established company that would ensure the long-term future of Eagle Cornice. Since our inception almost 125 years ago, we have taken immense pride in being one of the best commercial roofing contractors in New England. By partnering with Tecta, we will continue to grow, provide additional opportunities for our people and build on the legacy of Eagle Cornice for years to come,” said Soccio.

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Suffolk Holds Events Focused on Safety, STEM Education

(l-r): John Fish, Jennifer Homendy, and Matthew Swaim

Boston – Suffolk recently welcomed Jennifer Homendy, chair of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), to its headquarters in Roxbury to share her views about the critical importance safety culture has on organizations. Suffolk chairman and CEO, John Fish, and Suffolk EVP of environmental health, Matthew Swaim, joined Homendy during

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a fireside chat for Suffolk employees that focused on Suffolk’s safety culture and safety systems.

Suffolk also recently invited 50 students from Boston high schools to its Roxbury headquarters during Massachusetts STEM Week for a day of learning about the role of STEM in the construction industry.

The students were from Madison Park Technical Vocational High School, John D. O’Bryant School of Mathematics and Science, New Mission High School, and Roxbury Prep Charter School.

They learned about the various career paths available in the construction industry, including roles in sustainability,

innovation and technology.

The students had the opportunity to engage in a Q&A and panel discussion with Suffolk leaders and toured the nearby Roxbury Prep jobsite, where Suffolk is managing the construction of a new 4-story public charter high school for 800 students in grades 9-12.

Griffin Electric Hosts Vendor Appreciation Golf Event

Hopkinton, MA – Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Inc. (Griffin Electric) recently held a Vendor Appreciation Golf Event at the Hopkinton Country Club in Hopkinton. At the event, Griffin Electric recognized some of the many long-term partners that have worked with the company throughout the years. The day also included a luncheon and a day of golf.

Griffin Electric was recently ranked the No. 1 Top Specialty Contractor in New England by Engineering NewsRecord (ENR) for the fourth straight year.

Representatives of the company say they

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understand that achieving success and longevity would not be possible without the business relationships they have built

and maintained for nearly five decades, and that the company has been fortunate to leverage these trusted relationships with vendors and suppliers across the construction industry and maintain a competitive edge.

The company’s representatives add that the Griffin Electric team remains grateful to have so many dependable people in their corner, and that they recognize the amount of hard work behind the scenes that has had a direct hand in the thousands of successful projects that the company has built over the years.

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Training and Recruitment Builders of Color Coalition, Coffee Connectors Host Boston Student Summit Boston – The Builders of Color Coalition, in partnership with NorthBridge Partners’ Coffee Connectors, hosted the 2024 Boston Student Summit on Nov. 8.

This one-day event brought together firstgeneration and underrepresented college students to explore career opportunities in the commercial real estate (CRE) sector.

Held at One Financial Boston, the summit welcomed 120 students selected from over 230 applicants, representing nearly 25 colleges and universities across Boston and New England. The event featured presentations, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities designed to provide students with a comprehensive introduction to the dynamic world of commercial real estate.

The attending students engaged with wellestablished professionals from companies such as The Davis Companies, Colliers, Janey Construction Management, and The Cummings Group.

“This summit is a pivotal step toward creating pathways for first-generation and underrepresented students to thrive in the commercial real estate industry,” said Dave Madan, founder of Builders of Color

First Row (l-r): Frank Petz, managing director, investment sales; Colliers; Don Hunsicker, dean and faculty; Boston Architectural College; Jeff Sullivan, managing director, NorthBridge; Nakaila Pollard, internal affairs manager, Janey Construction Management; Maddie Johnson, director of marketing, The Davis Companies; Marc Cardillo, managing director, real assets investment group; Cambridge Associates; Jennie Brennan, vice president, Newmark; Marci Loeber, managing principal, Griffith Properties; Seth Malamut, senior vice president and assistant general counsel, STAG Industrial; Anthony J. Bucchere, vice president and counsel, national business development, First American Title; Jay Calnan, owner, J. Calnan & Associates; Ashley Mahoney, member, Mintz; Jim Tribble, executive managing director, Newmark; and Michael F. Dowley, partner, real estate, Seyfarth. Second Row (l-r): Rachel Marks, managing director, JLL; Kevin Brawley, senior vice president, Colliers; Greg Janey, president and CEO, Janey Construction Management; Yahaira Acuna, assistant property management, WS Development; Emily Margolis, managing director global investors group, Affinius Capital, Amanda Kutia, senior vice president, KeyBank Real Estate Capital; Adedoyin Adesina, assistant project manager; Cumming Group; Robert Kohn, partner; Park Madison Partners; Emily Rush, managing director, First Citizens Bank; and Michael A. Fergus, senior project manager, CBRE

Coalition. “We are proud to offer them a platform to learn, connect, and envision their future careers in this vibrant field.”

During the summit, students aspiring to learn more about the commercial

real estate industry had the opportunity to take a deep dive into discovering the types of careers that were attainable in the space, along with various organizations they can tap into for young professional

development and support. To ensure accessibility, each attendee received a $250 stipend to alleviate financial barriers such as lost wages or transportation expenses.

Massachusetts Building Trades Unions Kick off National Apprenticeship Week

At the event, local Massachusetts unions, veterans, elected officials and program leaders gathered on the State House Grand Staircase

Boston – Local Massachusetts unions, veterans, elected officials and program leaders gathered recently to honor the bravery of veterans across the Commonwealth and kick off National Apprenticeship Week. Together, the unions donated more than $50,000 to the Helmets to Hardhats program, which provides support and resources to veterans pursuing careers after their military service.

Helmets to Hardhats is a national nonprofit created by North America’s

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Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development Lauren Jones spoke at the event.

Building Trades Unions (NABTU) whose mission is to connect National Guard, Reserve, and transitioning active-duty

(l-r): President of Massachusetts Building Trades Unions Frank Callahan, Executive Director of Helmets to Hardhats Martin Helms, Veteran and 3rd Year Apprentice of Operating Engineers Local 4 Patrick Berthiaume, Veteran and 3rd Year Apprentice of IBEW 103 Sean McCullough, Veteran and Member of Laborers’ Local Union 22 Joseph Cruz, and Northeast Regional Manager of Helmets to Hardhats Larry Clayton

military members with meaningful, family-sustaining careers in union building trades. “Helmets to Hardhats provided me a streamlined experience to acquire a career in union construction and provided me with a secured future aimed towards success,” said Joseph Cruz, a veteran and member of Laborers’ Local Union 22 who spoke at the event.

“We are honored to work with Helmets to Hardhats to provide great, family-

sustaining career opportunities for our returning veterans,” said Frank Callahan, president of Massachusetts Building Trades Unions. “These brave men and women gave so much to protect our country. For that, we are grateful. There will always be a place in the building trades for these veterans who epitomize sacrifice, selflessness, discipline, honor and commitment. They embody the values of our unions.”

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Gould Construction Institute Cuts Ribbon on New Organizations Training Facility and Event PWC CT Welcomes New Board

Donald Hegarty, Randy Catlin, and Drew Anderson from Windover Construction with Julie DeStefano

Billerica, MA – Close to 100 people, including Associated Builders and Contractors of Massachusetts (ABC MA) and Gould Construction Institute (GCI) board members, Division of Apprenticeship Standards (DAS) staff, GCI teachers and students, and industry partners attended the ribbon cutting for Gould’s new training facility on Nov. 16.

The event included a video message from Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, who congratulated GCI and talked about the important role the new facility would play in training the

workforce needed to meet demand in the Massachusetts construction industry. DAS Deputy Director Margie Gilligan spoke about her department’s initiatives and how they expanded National Apprenticeship Week by declaring November National Apprenticeship Month in Massachusetts.

Members of her team are focusing on visiting and participating in as much apprenticeship activity as possible in November.

The ribbon cutting coincided with GCI’s annual Craft Championships. Dan Wilson of DECCO won the pipefitting competition, followed by Bradley Morse, also of DECCO, and David Rollend of Notch Mechanical Constructors.

Christian Robson of Premier Power was the electrical winner, with Ronilson Rosario and Justin Giglio, both of Electrical Dynamics, placing second

Hartford, CT – The Professional Women in Construction Connecticut Chapter (PWC CT) recently welcomed its new board of directors for the 2021-2022 program year.

Patricia Bilotto returns as chapter president. She is the manager of marketing and business development for van Zelm Engineers. She has nearly 30 years of experience in marketing, communications, Pipefitting third-place finisher David Rollend, second place finisher Bradley Morse, winner Dan and business development the Craven, AEC electrical winner Christian Robson, second place Wilson, GCI Education DirectorinDiane industry, and presently servesRosario, on the finisher Ronilson and Justin Giglio, who placed third program, membership, and awards and third, respectively.

Wilson and and career fairs. It can also host the committees.

Robson will go on to compete in the pre-apprenticeship programs conducted The 2021-2022 PWC CT board (l-r): Choity Kha national competition at ABC’s National

by ABC MA and GCI’s 501(c)3 partner Kyma Ganzer, and Jen Convention, to be held Feb. 25-27 in Las Building Mass Careers.

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Carolyn Kurth, CPA, the CFE, of La Among those celebrating ribbon “This new facility gives us the CohnReznick, will return as treasurer. he cutting were staff from Windover opportunity to provide our students with She serves on the scholarship committee. rec Construction, the general contractor for state-of-the-art, hands-on training with Dawn Meeker, director at Marcum, Ri virtual simulators and help alleviate the the project of transforming the space LLP, is returning for a second yearinto as me long-term labor shortage confronting a GCI training “For 12 weeks, chapter secretary.facility.

She now serves as the Laurann Asklof, principal of Shipman the construction industry,” said GCI our small group met every membership chair and willWednesday continue astoa Ro & Goodwin, LLP, will serve on the board president, Julie DeStefano. volunteer ongo theover awards bo as vice president. She has approximately review and the committee. project timeline The facility will also allow GCI Kim Colapietro, partner of EDI on 30 years of experience in the area of for the facility and we all became close to offer workforce programs to attract Landscape, LLC, returns for her third year construction law and litigation. She will and enjoyed working with each other,” talent to the trades through programming on the board. She serves as the awards Co continue to participate in the chapter’s such as exploratory trade/apprenticeship DeStefano said. committee chair.“They were an extension ye programs, mentorship, and scholarship programs, middle school summer camps of our teamGanzer, for the buildout.”

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Organizations and Events Boston Panel Weighs in on ULI/PwC ‘Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025’ Report Boston – In late October, PwC and the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Americas released their annual report, Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025. The report outlines new market dynamics, markets to watch, and the property sector opportunities influencing the industry’s overall health. On Nov. 12, PwC and ULI Boston/New England assembled a panel of locally-based CRE professionals to share their thoughts on how those trends are impacting capital markets with a gathering of nearly 200 CRE professionals. Moderated by Rob Griffin, US head of Capital Markets and president of New England Area at Newmark, the panel included Cristina McElhinney, VP at TA Realty; Ian Brandon, executive VP at Cambridge Savings Bank; and John Wolff, SVP of real estate at Bank of America’s Boston office.

The event kicked off with a presentation by Chuck DiRocco, director of real estate research at PwC, who delivered the highlights and major trends in the report, which forecasts that lower interest rates will reduce borrowing costs, aid in price discovery, and ultimately encourage an uptick in CRE transactions as sentiment improves. The report also postulates that the industry is “on the cusp of the next upturn in the real estate cycle, and now is the time to be thinking about planning, laying the groundwork for the next two to three years of growth.”​ Boston, a perennial Top 10 market in the report’s annual ranking, slipped one place from No. 7 to No. 8 on the list of “Markets to Watch.” DiRocco cited

(l-r): Rob Griffin, John Wolff, Ian Brandon, and Cristina McElhinney

Boston’s educated labor pool, access to venture capital, and educational institutions as the region’s strengths while acknowledging the detrimental nature of the area’s high cost of living and doing business.

Griffin led off the panel discussion with an assessment of the capital markets, and while he “sees a tremendous amount of capital back in the system,” there are challenges for investors who anticipated a strong market for distressed properties, which “hasn’t quite materialized,” driving them to seek out alternative investments.

He feels that office will see a resurgence

Chuck DiRocco addresses the audience at the panel event.

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as more employers mandate a return to the office for employees (although Boston still lags considerably behind other markets, with a 50% utilization rate). Griffin added that national banks have begun lending again, and also praised Greater Boston’s regional bank system for continuing to lend over the last few challenging years.

“Our regional banks are much more embedded in the real estate communities, understand the asset classes better, have been there, and are there again,” he said.

Wolff said that property valuations are one of the biggest challenges for the banking industry right now. “You have

the appraisal, you have the (valuation), and then you have reality – and there are big drops as you go down. Our approach has been to work with our clients with office assets and trying to find the right way to monetize those assets on an assetby-asset basis,” he said. “I think it will be a challenge in 2025 and 2026. It’s a slow burn, and it takes a while to work through the assets.”

On the investment side, McElhinney said that TA is closely tracking inflation and its impact on interest rate cuts but is looking to deploy additional capital in 2025. She sees multifamily as “an attractive buying opportunity…we’re seeing discounts to replacement costs across the board and attractive pricing on a cap rate basis, so going into this year being fully capitalized, able to move quickly and close on deals – all cash – and we think that that will put us in a good position to be able to build a portfolio and build a good basis during the next year.”

Despite the overall optimism of the report and the panel, Brandon believes that the office market will remain a challenge for an extended period, possibly five years, before the basis is reset “(in order) for all of us to have a strong understanding across the market as to exactly what assets are going to be functionally obsolescent.”

He acknowledged that while some office buildings will need to be “knocked down to the dirt,” he has seen the number of investors interested in these assets “go up exponentially.”

To read the full report, go to: https:// americas.uli.org/emerging-trends-in-realestate-2025/.

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Philanthropy The KBE Foundation Holds 16th Annual ‘Gift of Gobble’ Event Farmington, CT – For the 16th consecutive year, the KBE Foundation hosted its annual Gift of Gobble Thanksgiving meal assembly program on Nov. 23 in Farmington.

Staff members from KBE Building Corporation, Elite Construction Resources, and CMP Exterior, along with their families, gathered at Camp Courant in Farmington to assemble and deliver 500 Thanksgiving meal boxes to community service organizations.

These community agencies then provide the meals to those in need in their communities. The meal kits contained all the essentials for a classic Thanksgiving dinner: turkey, stuffing, gravy, cranberry sauce, corn, beans, potatoes, yams, rolls, apple pie, pumpkin pie, and a roasting pan.

Since 2009, KBE’s Gift of Gobble has provided Thanksgiving meals to more than 5,100 families in Connecticut and Maryland, where the firm has its regional offices. The program is sponsored by the KBE Foundation, a not-for-profit public charity launched in 2022 to formalize KBE Building Corporation’s long tradition of community support.

The KBE Foundation’s 16th Annual Gift of Gobble event

Representatives of the KBE Foundation say that, through the organization’s annual Gift of Gobble event, they hope to make a meaningful impact on the struggles local families endure in finding their next meal.

Among the community agencies receiving boxes this year are: • Basket of Love – Norwalk, Conn.

• Bloomfield Social and Youth Services – Bloomfield, Conn.

• Catholic Charities/Institute for Hispanic Families – Hartford, Conn.

• Christian Community Action Family Center – New Haven, Conn.

• Columbus House – New Haven and Middletown, Conn.

• Farmington Community Services – Farmington, Conn.

• Greyhouse – Springfield, Mass.

• Groton Youth and Family Services – Groton, Conn.

• Master’s Manna – Wallingford, Conn.

• New Britain Community Services – New Britain, Conn.

• Newington Medical Center, Victory Gardens Housing – Newington, Conn.

• The Grace Place – Meriden, Conn.

• Trinity Roman Catholic Church – Hartford, Conn.

• United Congregational Church – Bridgeport, Conn.

• United Way New London Homeless Hospitality Center – New London, Conn.

• Wallingford Master’s Manna – Wallingford, Conn.

• Waterbury Youth Services – Waterbury, Conn.

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BSA Welcomes Tavares as Exec. Director

Campbell Joins Concord Chamber where businesses can enjoy Concord, NH – North Branch success and communities can Construction announced that thrive, and that his involvement Joseph H. Campbell, president of with the Chamber will allow the company, has been appointed him to collaborate with other to the board of directors of the local leaders and continue to Greater Concord Chamber of promote a dynamic business Commerce. environment in Concord and Representatives of North beyond.

Branch Construction say that Campbell “I’m honored to join the Campbell’s leadership has been board of directors of the Greater Concord integral to the company’s success, and Chamber of Commerce,” said Campbell. his appointment to the Chamber’s board “North Branch Construction has always reflects his dedication to the growth and prioritized giving back to the community, vitality of the local business community. and I look forward to working alongside Campbell has also been an active fellow board members to help strengthen volunteer and supporter of several local the region’s economy and create and construction industry organizations opportunities for local businesses to grow and initiatives. He says he is deeply and prosper.” committed to fostering an environment

Tavares was most recently Boston – The Boston Society for Architecture (BSA) announced the executive director for the appointment of Danyson YouthBuild Boston. Prior to Tavares, Assoc. AIA, NOMA that, he spent nine years as a lead as its new executive director, designer and project manager effective Nov. 4. at Boston area architectural As a member-led association, firms. He is actively involved the BSA/AIA is one of the in the National Organization of oldest and largest chapters of the Minority Architects (NOMA) Tavares American Institute of Architects and has also been serving on the (AIA) in the U.S. BSA/AIA board.

“I am delighted that Danyson will be “I am so thrilled to be joining the lending his experience and passion to BSA as executive director and look support the BSA’s mission of climate and forward to expanding the engagement equity impact,” said BSA/AIA president, of our membership in making positive Sam Batchelor, FAIA. “He has shown impacts in greater Boston,” said Tavares. a remarkable ability to understand the “For much of my career, I have focused critical issues facing our community and on addressing diversity issues within the our members, and will be working with architecture, education, and construction our board to advocate for the profession industries. This new role will only expand and develop programs and solutions that my ability to support the city of Boston drive action.” and its residents for the future.”

Erland Announces Leadership Transition Copley Wolff Promotes Three Burlington, MA – Erland Construction announced a leadership transition as Sean McDonald steps into the role of president, with Steve McDonald advancing to chief executive officer.

Sean McDonald, a shareholder and current treasurer on Erland’s board of directors, joined the company in 2017 and has spent the past six years moving through diverse roles to gain comprehensive industry experience.

His work has included a key role in the company’s transition to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). In his new role, he will lead Erland’s growth and operational strategies, partnering closely with clients and teams to ensure seamless project execution.

“We are thrilled to appoint Sean as president,” said Steve McDonald. “Sean exemplifies our company’s core values through his work ethic, commitment to excellence, and dedication to building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues. His leadership will play a vital role in advancing Erland’s mission

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and ensuring our ongoing success.”

“I am honored to step into the role of president and carry forward Erland’s legacy of exceptional client service and quality,” said Sean McDonald.

“Our team’s commitment to our clients, combined with the pride we share as employee-owners, drives our success every day. I look forward to leading our growth and further strengthening the partnerships that make Erland a trusted name in the industry.”

In his role as CEO, Steve McDonald will focus on deepening client connections and reinforcing Erland’s client-centered approach.

Kaplan Construction Hires Safety Director Boston – Kaplan Construction Suffolk Construction. announced that Mathew Ash has “Having Mathew join our joined the firm as safety director. team is a tremendous asset Ash is responsible for for the firm,” said Nathan developing and maintaining Peck, president of Kaplan Kaplan’s environmental health Construction. “His extensive and safety program, ensuring safety experience, combined safety compliance in the field, with military service, brings and conducting employee a level of dedication and Ash training. He analyzes incident discipline that will further reports to uncover trends and better strengthen our exemplary safety implement preventative measures. His culture. His leadership will be pivotal experience includes a 21-year career in in reinforcing our commitment to a safe and secure environment for every project the U.S. Coast Guard, and most recently, serving as a senior safety manager for member.”

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Abby Derick, Michael MacNulty, and Emily Hunt

Boston – Copley Wolff announced the promotion of three key members of its team.

Emily Hunt has been promoted to senior associate. Hunt joined Copley Wolff in 2023 and will be joining the firm’s senior leadership team with a focus on playground and educational campus projects. She recently wrapped the McGlynn Elementary School Universal Playground with the City of Medford, Copley Wolff’s first universally accessible school playground project.

She is currently working with the Town of Arlington and City of Lynn on several parks and playground projects slated to open in 2025.

Michael MacNulty has been promoted to landscape designer II. He joined Copley Wolff in 2022 and has contributed

to the design, detailing, and construction administration on a broad range of Copley Wolff’s affordable housing and open space projects. MacNulty is currently working with the City of Boston on the design for Bay Village Park and Watson Park and on community redevelopments at Mary Ellen McCormack in South Boston, Bunker Hill in Charlestown, and Clarendon Hill in Somerville.

Abby Derick has been promoted to landscape designer II. She joined Copley Wolff in 2023, bringing knowledge of plant communities and natural systems.

She has applied these skills to the design and detailing of numerous Copley Wolff projects including Gibson Point in Revere, Abbot Mills in Westford and the River Valley Charter School in Newburyport.

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DEW Construction Announces Promotions, New Hires Williston, VT – DEW Construction announced the promotion of three key team members and the addition of two new employees to the company.

With over 28 years of experience in the construction industry, Matt Cadieux has been promoted from senior superintendent to general superintendent.

His journey with DEW began more than 24 years ago as a carpenters’ helper. Since then, he has advanced through various roles including carpenter, foreman, assistant superintendent, and senior superintendent. In his new role, Cadieux will oversee field personnel from DEW’s Williston office, manage field planning, and ensure successful project execution.

Chris Bertrand, with over 30 years of industry experience, has been promoted to vice president of business development for the northern region. He has been with DEW for 17 years, advancing from

project engineer to vice president of field operations throughout that time. The company’s representatives say that Bertrand’s deep knowledge of DEW’s operations Cadieux and culture, along with his strong client relationships, will be instrumental in driving the company’s business development efforts across the northern region.

Conor Donnelly, who has been with DEW for nearly a decade, has been promoted to vice president of preconstruction. With over 18 years of industry experience, his career at DEW includes roles as MEPF engineer, preconstruction manager and director of MEPF services. In his new role,

Bertrand

Donnelly

Donnelly will oversee the estimating, preconstruction, and MEP departments developing strategies to manage risk and protect project margins. He is a member of ASME, ASHRAE, and ASHE. DEW welcomes Nicholas Wright as a project engineer. He will support project managers and superintendents in coordinating resources for smooth project execution. He will play a critical role in ensuring project quality, adhering to schedules, and maintaining

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Burzlaf

safety standards.

Charlie Burzlaff joins DEW as a superintendent, bringing decades of industry experience. His expertise spans government, public, and private sector projects. He is supervising the River Lofts at Cable Mills project in Williamstown, Mass., managing field staff, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring timely, cost-effective project completion while maintaining a safe work environment.

Shwom Named Director of Preconstruction

Mike Proscia Achieves Phius Certification

Newton, MA – Chapman has maintained a steadfast Construction announced that commitment to serving its clients Aaron Shwom has joined the with the same team from start to team as its first-ever director of finish. This approach provides preconstruction. our clients with real-time market He comes to Chapman data so they make more informed after holding similar roles decisions, including assessing with Consigli Construction opportunities for improving the Co., Inc. and John Moriarty & Shwom outcome of a project, even when Associates, and will be based it’s still on the drawing board,” in the company’s Newton headquarters. said Shwom.

“My focus will be on In his role, Shwom will provide strategic enhancing the incredible value Chapman oversight to the project management delivers to its clients and giving our teams teams to create project consistency from the data they need to operate with greater concept to completion. precision and accuracy.”

“I am excited to join a company that

Salem, MA – Jones Architecture strategies and techniques, associate, Mike Proscia, AIA, high-performance enclosures, LEED AP BD+C is now a mechanical systems, and project credentialed Phius Certified execution.

Professional (CPHC).

The “We appreciate the effort certification required rigorous Mike took to become certified,” studies on how to create paths to stated firm principal, Rick Jones. a zero-carbon built environment “As our practice moves toward a through passive building more sustainable future, we look Proscia standards. forward to others joining Mike Passive building includes a set of in the pursuit of passive design strategies. design principles for attaining a high level Our clients will benefit knowing that we of energy efficiency while also creating have the know-how to help them create buildings that perform far above industry comfortable indoor living spaces. Phius Certified professionals are proficient in standards for energy efficiency as well as passive building science, passive building comfort, health and durability.”

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