Mass. Chapter of ABC Excellence in Construction Awards - Kaplan Construction

Boston Psychoanalytic Society and Institute - Newton Centre, MA

Newton Centre, MA The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors congratulates Kaplan Construction for receiving the Merit, Green and Safety Awards at the 23rd annual Excellence in Construction Awards for their outstanding work on the Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute located in Newton Centre, Mass.

The Merit Award recognizes the overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction. Kaplan Construction took home the Merit Award, representing work that stands above the rest, for its work on the Boston Psychoanalytic Society & Institute, which included renovation, restoration, and expansion of an existing 3-story, 12,540 s/f, mid-19th century stone and wood building. Work also included masonry & stone reconstruction, structural upgrades, all new MEP and life safety systems, new research library, classrooms, administrative offices, seminar and meeting rooms, expanded basement, and a lounge and kitchen. The building is now thriving and provides educational space for its community of psychoanalysts, post-graduate students, and faculty.

Serving the Greater Boston area since 1976, Kaplan Construction is a Massachusetts certified Woman Business Enterprise, family-owned general contractor and construction management firm providing comprehensive building programs to a variety of clients. They pride themselves on their ability to get to know their clients, become a part of their team, and address any project or construction-related issues swiftly and without delay. Representative of the way they manage projects, Kaplan’s 2014 transition from first to second generation went seamlessly, ensuring overlap when necessary, and introducing new leadership as appropriate. Their highly experienced staff has worked together for many years, building a strong portfolio of renovation and new construction projects along the way. This long history of professional teamwork and collaboration, combined with detailed planning and thoughtful execution, provides Kaplan’s clients with optimal results: well-built, cost-effective, and timely projects.

The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors is the largest construction trade association in the Commonwealth, representing some 400 local general contractor, subcontractor, and supplier and associate companies.  These companies employ more than 20,000 workers throughout Massachusetts.