Springfield, MA MGM Springfield has moved into new corporate offices at 95 State St. – soon to be called One MGM Way. Located across from the Hampden County Superior Court, and adjacent to what will be MGM Springfield’s South End Market, the building will be home to members of the MGM Springfield executive and administrative teams.
Michael Mathis, president and COO of MGM Springfield, said, “Moving onsite is a great way to kick-off the year of our opening. We have a growing workforce and this office space better suits our ever-expanding needs as this momentous year unfolds. It’s an exciting transition for all of us.”
Like other elements of the property’s integrated downtown design, the 11-story building celebrates the city’s heritage while preserving its iconic past. Built in 1929, the building was designed in the classical revival style by Burton Geckler as an annex to 1200 Main St. It was formerly known as the MassMutual building at 95 State St., and has since undergone a complete renovation, including new mechanical, electrical, plumbing and finishes.
MGM carefully conserved the exterior façade, and is pleased to have been able to maintain many of the lobby’s original features.
Mathis said, “I am proud of the effort and care that our first-in-class construction team has put into preserving Springfield’s history throughout the property. This building is just one example of the many that will be unveiled this year.”
Springfield firms Specs Design Group and Dietz & Company Architects collaborated on the outfitting and design of the employee space with Las Vegas-based Friedmutter Group. Fontaine Bros., Inc., a fourth-generation Springfield-based contractor, served as general contractor and stewarded the project through the construction phase.
David Fontaine, Jr., vice president of Fontaine Bros., said, “As a company that has called Springfield home for over 85 years, we were excited to oversee construction of this critical portion of the MGM resort and we are proud to have played a role in helping bring this unprecedented economic development project to our city.”
MGM Springfield’s new corporate offices boast collaboration and work areas, conference and meeting spaces, open cubicle areas, and private executive offices. The design scheme includes warm colors, reclaimed wood, and brick veneers throughout the space.
Elise Irish, principal of Specs Design Group, said, “With an inviting new layout and fresh faced finishes, this tired 1930’s office building becomes a hip, flexible environment for a young, energetic workforce.”
The corporate offices will be located on floors two through eight. Approximately 50 employees have moved into the space. It is expected, that at full staffing, the area will accommodate more than 300 employees. Activities at the 85,000 s/f employee offices will cover all aspects of the day to day operations for MGM Springfield.
Slated to open in Q3 2018, MGM Springfield will be the newest property under the MGM Resorts International umbrella and the first to open in New England. MGM Springfield will introduce an engaging and entertaining hospitality experience that will appeal to visitors from throughout the region.
MGM Springfield covers three city blocks in the heart of downtown Springfield, Mass. Igniting a cultural and economic renaissance in a historic New England city, the 2 million s/f development, which combines new construction with revived historic buildings, will offer more than 125,000 s/f of gaming space, a 250-room boutique hotel on Main St. and superior spa services, inspired dining and diverse retail. MGM Springfield also will feature a luxury cinema, high-energy bowling complex, a seasonal skating rink and outdoor marketplace displaying local art, events and talent. MGM Springfield is scheduled to open in Q3 2018.
