Category: Construction Design & Engineering

Building smarter: Architecture’s role in higher education’s public-private partnerships - by John Sullivan

Building smarter: Architecture’s role in higher education’s public-private partnerships - by Joh...

November 22, 2024
The higher education landscape is changing fast. With increased pressure on universities to expand facilities, elevate student experiences, and stay competitive – all while keeping a tight grip on the budget – it’s no wonder public-private partnerships (P3s), and in some cases, academic-and-developer
Patriot Holdings presents prime redevelopment and leasing opportunity at 894-896 Boston Post Rd., Marlborough, Mass.

Patriot Holdings presents prime redevelopment and leasing opportunity at 894-896 Boston Post Rd., Ma...

November 22, 2024
Marlborough, MA  Patriot Holdings has presented a one-of-a-kind prime redevelopment and leasing opportunity in a light industrial/flex campus setting at 894-896 Boston Post Rd. Situated 28 miles west of downtown Boston with hassle-free connectivity to I-495, I-290, I-90, and I-95, this
Kaplan Const. receives ABC’s Excellence in Construction Award for Castle Island Brewery

Kaplan Const. receives ABC’s Excellence in Construction Award for Castle Island Brewery

November 22, 2024
Boston, MA According to Kaplan Construction, 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 EIC awards program is the industry’s leading competition that honors both
Commodore Builders and Walsh Brothers celebrate the topping off of new veterans’ home

Commodore Builders and Walsh Brothers celebrate the topping off of new veterans’ home

November 22, 2024
Holyoke, MA Just before Veterans’ Day 2024, joint venture partners Commodore Builders and Walsh Brothers (Commodore | Walsh) placed the final beam atop the new veterans’ home. Surrounded by veterans, their families, and representatives from across the Commonwealth,
Acella Construction transfers ownership to the De Novaeses

Acella Construction transfers ownership to the De Novaeses

November 22, 2024
Rockland, MA Acella Construction Corp. has a new owner, according to the the firm. Helen and Jaquer De Novaes, owners of RPG Cleaning, Inc., have acquired the firm from Dave Dirubbo, who remains with Acella to assist with the transition, as of October 31st, 2024. Acella
Ask the electrician: How can I help prevent a fire in my commercial building? - by John Henry and Robert Shea

Ask the electrician: How can I help prevent a fire in my commercial building? - by John Henry and Ro...

November 22, 2024
As commercial electrical contractors, we understand the importance of fire safety in commercial buildings. A fire can have devastating consequences, both financially and emotionally. That’s why it’s crucial to implement proactive measures to prevent fires and minimize
Boston Society for Architecture names Tavares as new executive director

Boston Society for Architecture names Tavares as new executive director

November 22, 2024
Boston, MA The Boston Society for Architecture (BSA), a non-profit membership organization of over 4,500 architects, firms and allied members, has named Danyson Tavares, associate AIA and NOMA as the Boston Society for Architecture’s next executive director, effective as of November
Skanska Integrated Solutions completes construction of $223 million Josiah Quincy Upper School project

Skanska Integrated Solutions completes construction of $223 million Josiah Quincy Upper School proje...

November 22, 2024
Boston, MA Skanska Integrated Solutions (SIS) has completed construction of the Josiah Quincy Upper School located in the city’s Chinatown district. The $223 million project was funded in partnership with the city of Boston and the Massachusetts School Building Authority
Tighe & Bond opens new office in South Harwich

Tighe & Bond opens new office in South Harwich

November 22, 2024
South Harwich, MA Tighe & Bond, a Northeast leader in engineering, design, and environmental consulting, has relocated its Orleans location to South Harwich. This location will continue to allow the firm to serve its growing client base on Cape Cod, the islands, and coastal Mass.
Chairman’s message: New training facility means more opportunity - by Joe Camilo

Chairman’s message: New training facility means more opportunity - by Joe Camilo

November 22, 2024
This month, ABC MA and the Gould Construction Institute get to celebrate the fruits of years of hard work, when we hold the ribbon-cutting for the new GCI training facility in Billerica. The event was combined with our annual Craft Championships apprentice competition
Sullivan and Building Mass Careers honored as “Apprenticeship Ambassadors” at the White House

Sullivan and Building Mass Careers honored as “Apprenticeship Ambassadors” at the White House

November 22, 2024
Washington, DC Steve Sullivan and Building Mass Careers were included in the latest cohort of “Apprenticeship Ambassadors” and honored at a White House ceremony. Apprenticeship Ambassadors are helping to modernize registered apprenticeships
MassDevelopment issues $105.82 million tax-exempt bond on behalf of Williams College

MassDevelopment issues $105.82 million tax-exempt bond on behalf of Williams College

November 8, 2024
Williamstown, MA MassDevelopment has issued a $105.82 million 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 (1) building and equipping a new art museum and multipurpose recreation center,