News:
Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: May 18, 2018
Project of the Month: Groom Construction and Jumbo Capital, LLC complete 36-unit Penniman on the Park
Allston, MA Groom Construction partnered with Jumbo Capital Management, LLC and O’Sullivan Architects on a 36-unit residential condominium building. Penniman on the Park, located near Union Sq., celebrated completion in March, 2018. The 41,000 s/f building is equipped with top shelf finish palettes featuring wood flooring and designer-level kitchen, bath and lighting finishes such as custom cabinetry, quartz countertops and Jenn-Air appliances. The condominium development features 36 units measuring at 1,000 s/f each and includes four penthouse residences with six units designated affordable. Additionally, the building features garage parking, elevator access and is near the Boston Landing MBTA Commuter Rail Station.
The $11 million development is located on a tight urban fill site at 20 Penniman Rd. The 14-month project involved decontamination of the site, dewatering, installation of a water retention system, shoring of sidewalks and a heavy structural foundation, all requiring planning and collaboration with site subcontractor partners.
Groom Construction’s management team included project executive David Groom, project manager Graeme Poole, assistant project manager Mike Allan and project superintendent Stephen Wood.
David Groom, co-founder and principal said, “The owners and leadership team at Jumbo Capital have been a pleasure to work with during both the preconstruction and construction process. Their professionalism and dedication to a constructive and dynamic team approach created a smooth and enjoyable process and resulted in a well-constructed building we are all proud of.”
Groom Construction Co., Inc. is a full service general contracting firm incorporated in 1985 offering preconstruction, construction management, design-build and general contracting service throughout the U.S. Groom specializes in commercial, retail, institutional and residential work.
Jumbo Capital Management, LLC (Jumbo) is a privately held, value focused, commercial real estate investment firm.
Project team includes: Groom Construction, general contractor; O’Sullivan Architects, architect; Franny’s Landscape Co. Inc., landscaping ; Tocco Building Systems, electrical; Port City Glass, store front; and Dry Air Systems Inc., HVAC.
MORE FROM Construction Design & Engineering
Timberline Construction Corp. completes renovations for Neurology and Infusion Center of New England
Foxborough, MA Timberline Construction Corp. (Timberline) has completed a 20,000 s/f healthcare construction project for the Neurology and Infusion Center of New England at 18 Washington St. The full interior renovation transforms an existing two-story medical office building into a purpose-built outpatient care environment that doubles the center’s clinical footprint, expands services and positions the growing practice for its next chapter.
.jpg)
Quick Hits
Columns and Thought Leadership
Navigating tariffs and material uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo
As headlines around tariffs seem to dominate the news daily, many considering construction projects have anticipated major cost escalations and widespread supply issues. While tariffs haven’t driven pricing spikes to the extent once feared, the lasting impact has been a new layer of uncertainty, affecting more than just budgets.
ABC-Mass. chairman’s message: Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills
As you may know, Massachusetts voters will be weighing in on a number of ballot initiatives in November. Among them is a proposal to impose the nation’s strictest statewide rent control policy. I’d like to tell you why the ABC MA Board
Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza nears completion - by Frank Picozzi
After several years of planning, construction, and anticipation, the community is eagerly awaiting the opening of the Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza and outdoor skating rink later this month.
It’s time to lead: Confronting mental health in construction - by David Watts
As we close Mental Health Awareness Month, we must be clear: May isn’t just about ribbons, hashtags, or lunchtime mindfulness apps. It’s about responsibility to confront hard truths that linger in silence, and to challenge ourselves, as leaders in our industry, to do more.
.png)