Boston, MA Accoeding to LeMessurier, a leading structural and enclosure engineering firm based in New England, principal Richard Henige, PE, SE, has been awarded the prestigious 2025 Lifetime Achievement
Boston, MA Margulies Perruzzi (MP) has promoted Nathan Turner, AIA, LEED AP to president. This appointment recognizes Turner’s over 25 years of dedication to the firm, leadership, and commitment to advancing MP’s mission of creating tailored built environments that promote client success and support their employees and the communities they serve.
Beverly, MA Northeast Health Services, a member of Transformations Care Network, has expanded. The regional mental health provider opened a custom-built 8,700 s/f clinic last month at Cummings Properties’ Dunham Ridge campus.
“It’s the best year we have had since opening in 2016” said a general manager for one of our New York City hotels. “We are still waiting for a full recovery” said another general manager at a hotel in San Francisco. We are now more than two years removed from COVID and performance around the country is still mixed. Some markets have come roaring back with strong demand patterns and Average Daily Rate (ADR) achievement well above pre-pandemic levels. New York City, at the top of this list, is somewhat of an anomaly as demand recovery
Maynard, MA MassDevelopment has partnered with Clinton Savings Bank to provide $3 million in loan financing to Maynard Bancroft LLC to support the renovation and conversion of the historic and vacant former
Pawtucket, RI According to Peyser Real Estate Group, financing has closed for Dexter St. Commons, a mixed-use development in the city’s Conant Thread neighborhood. Peyser Real Estate Group is the developer and co-sponsor of this project. Peyser Real Estate Group received over $30 million
Boston, MA James Vaughan, a 37-year member of Plumbers & Gasfitters Local 12, was sworn in as the new business manager to lead New England’s largest plumbing union, taking over for longtime business manager Tim Fandel, who retired at the end of 2024.
Medford, MA Marcus & Millichap has completed the sale of 218-220 Middlesex Ave., a 12-unit multifamily property, for $3.5 million. Evan Griffith and Tony Pepdjonovic, senior vice presidents in Marcus & Millichap’s Boston office, had the exclusive listing to market
Seabrook, NH According to Howard Goldenfarb, founder of The RAM Companies (RAM), the firm has acquired two, 100% leased industrial properties for $14.55 million. 111 Ledge Rd. in Seabrook, totals 32,000 s/f, sits on six acres, and is occupied by Munters Group, AB. 111 Parker St. in Newburyport, Mass. totals 46,000 s/f, sits on 4.4 acres, and is occupied by Alpha Laval.
As we enter 2025, we will still face challenges ahead in our world, but I believe our chapter is stronger and continues to be equipped to help members and their teams grow and prosper now more than ever with forward-looking initiatives and advancements. For starters, we have GCI’s new training facility in Billerica. This facility is just the beginning and continues to embody the commitment for training and safety to our members, our industry and future generations to come.
Somerville, MA According to Gilbane Building Company, its USQ, 10 Prospect St. project has received an Award of Merit in the Office/Retail/Mixed-Use category as part of ENR New England’s Best Project Awards program. The project team accepted the award at a ceremony
Boston, MA According to Nitsch Engineering, effective January 1, 2025, Jennifer Johnson, PE, CFM, LEED AP has been named president and CEO of the company. As she moves up from her prior role as executive vice president, Johnson will build upon the strategic leadership and long-term vision she has consistently shown as a member of Nitsch’s executive team to position the company for the future.
Springfield, MA Erland Construction has completed two projects for Springfield College: the Bugbee Family Pavilion and the renovation of Kresge Gymnasium. Both projects underscore the college’s commitment to enhancing its athletic facilities and honoring its legacy.
“We congratulate these leaders for their many contributions to our firm,” said Barret Cole, president and CEO. “They have demonstrated exceptional client service, dedication, leadership, and mentorship as they engage and inspire others within our firm.”
South Boston, MA Rising from an underutilized industrial site and abutting a residential neighborhood, the 214-unit residence, South Standard and its adjacent outdoor public space The Green, opened as the cornerstone piece of the five-acre Washington Village mixed-use development in the Andrew Sq. neighborhood.
Gardiner, ME DeStefano & Associates, Inc. (DAI) has continued work on multiple projects including: DAI has started construction for a new 4,000 s/f United Rentals maintenance facility in Gardiner.
Cambridge, MA According to CambridgeSeven, Timothy Mansfield, AIA, NCARB, has been named president and CEO. Mansfield, who has practiced with the firm for 31 years, is an architect recognized nationally for his bold design aesthetic and leadership in the profession. With a focus on higher education institutions, aquariums, and sports heritage museums, Mansfield
Boston, MA Kripper Studio completed the design and implementation of several improvements at Northeastern University’s West Village G Student residences. Shared amenity spaces, classrooms, the main entrance, and other access points received a comprehensive refresh as well as the introduction of greater energy-saving efficiencies.
New England’s notorious weather – from fierce winter storms to summer squalls and fall hurricanes – can leave businesses in the dark. While power outages are often blamed on storms, they can also be caused by unforeseen events like accidents or construction mishaps.
Needham, MA According to Bowdoin Construction, David Gould has joined the firm as project manager. Gould is a seasoned construction project manager with an engineering background.