Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces the company’s continued philanthropic efforts amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. The company has provided donations to various healthcare workers and first responders, who are working tirelessly to protect and serve their communities.
On May 7, as the pandemic continued and healthcare workers tirelessly worked to treat COVID-19 patients, Callahan partnered with Boston restaurant Aceituna Grill to provide lunch to the staff at the Manet Community Health Center in Quincy, MA. This philanthropic effort was executed in honor of National Nurses Week, and Callahan was able to supply food for approximately 50 Manet employees.
“We truly appreciate the generosity, engagement and care expressed by Callahan Construction Managers and we are excited to forge a new partnership together, said Cynthia Sierra, CEO at Manet Community Health Center. “Our staff was uplifted by the fantastic lunch that Callahan Construction provided from Aceituna Grill in recognition of National Nurses Week. On behalf of everyone at Manet, thank you!”
In addition to the Manet Community Health Center, Callahan has worked to produce their own sanitizing soap not only for job sites but for donation to first responders as well as supplying Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) to healthcare organizations.
Callahan also donated to Dana-Farber’s Emergency Response Fund, which provides resources for unanticipated and significant costs to keep cancer patients safe and prevent the spread of infection, new expenses for immediate implementation of telemedicine technology, the expansion of important psychosocial support resources for patients and staff, and more. The donation was made as a sponsorship for “Lunch with Lisa”, a webinar run by Nickerson, a full-service branding, marketing and communications agency with offices in Boston and Miami. The webinar was held on May 14, 2020, and featured Dr. Laurie Glimcher, President and CEO of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, discussing how “Cancer Doesn’t Stop for a Pandemic.”
“Callahan is committed to supporting the brave men and women who are keeping our communities safe and healthy during the pandemic,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “These courageous first responders and healthcare workers risk their health their every day, and it’s important we provide them with the support they need. We hope our donations help keep them safe and boost their spirits.”
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) continues construction at Breakwater in Lynn, MA. The Dolben Company, Inc. is developing the future luxury waterfront apartment complex, with HDS Architecture serving as the architect. Callahan’s team has started to oversee the structural steel construction, with wood framing scheduled to start in June. The project remains on-schedule despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
The multifamily development will include 331 apartments in two buildings with a total of 481,201 square-feet, as well as on-site below grade and on grade parking. In addition to spectacular waterfront views, Breakwater will feature many high-end amenities such as two, waterfront, third-floor outdoor amenity decks/courtyards, a fitness center, game room, pet wash, and outdoor fire pit. There will also be a harborwalk along the waterfront, which will be available for public use.
The Breakwater apartment complex, which overlooks Lynn Harbor, will completely transform a section of real estate previously vacated for more than 35 years. The Breakwater project received two major grants from the State of Massachusetts. The first grant is an $1,000,000 infrastructure grant from the Seaport Economic Council for improvements to the seawall, to ensure the harbor is a viable place to live for years to come. The second grant is from MassWorks to help with traffic on the Lynnway, a busy highway that connects Lynn to Boston.
“Dolben has collaborated on multiple projects over the years with Callahan and have enjoyed working with the team each time,” said John O’Connor, Director of Development at Dolben. “We believe the project, owner and general contractor benefit when approaching a project like this as a single team. Covid-19 has created a whole new set of challenges, but Callahan has dealt with these head on from the beginning and am happy to say that to this date we have seen little to no impact to the project.”
“Given Breakwater’s waterfront location, Callahan has worked closely with Lynn Redevelopment, LLC, a joint venture between The Dolben Company, Inc. and Minco Development, and HDS Architecture to improve the resiliency of both the property and the harbor. Our extensive knowledge from other waterfront, multifamily residential projects has been utilized at Breakwater,” said Pat Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “Callahan has also collaborated extensively with all project teams to implement additional site safety protocols in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.”
The Breakwater is scheduled for a March 2022 completion. For more information on the project visit https://www.dolben.com/communities/detail/breakwater.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) volunteered at Rosie’s Place in Boston on Thursday, March 5, 2020. 2020 marks the 6th consecutive year that Callahan has partnered with the women’s shelter.
Founded in 1974, Rosie’s Place was the first women’s shelter in the United States. The organization provides meals, shelter and wide-ranging support services. Rosie’s Place aims to maintain the dignity of women in the Boston area by providing a safe, nurturing environment to help them find security and seek opportunity in their lives.
During Callahan’s volunteer day, 12 employees prepared and served meals to131 women and children. This visit will be the first of four visits scheduled for the year.
“As a family-owned business, we take pride in supporting families in need, particularly in the local communities where we work and live,” said Pat Callahan, President of Callahan. “Rosie’s Place does an incredible job of uplifting women and children which is why we collaborate with the organization year after year.”
Rosie’s Place is one of the many organizations where Callahan volunteers both time and resources as part of their Constructing Communities program. Constructing Communities was designed to support the local communities where Callahan works, offering outreach through volunteerism, the hiring of local subcontractors and the purchase of local goods. Callahan’s corporate responsibility efforts are one of the reasons the company was named a “Top Work Place” by the Boston Globe in 2018.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces that on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, students from Wentworth Institute for Technology’s (WIT) Construction Management Club toured the Hilton Garden Inn construction site.
Callahan officials hosted the visit, first providing students with an overview of the project and detailing its unique challenges. Students were then guided through an intimate tour of the construction site. The tour was co-led by a WIT construction management student, who is currently a co-op on the project. The students witnessed crews installing elevators and drywall and pouring concrete stairs.
Students learned how Callahan is using technology to complete the project. Project officials explained how the 3D coordination model is being used and integrated with other building systems. Students enjoyed the tour because it allowed them to apply the lessons they’ve learned in school.
“Callahan is committed to providing educational opportunities for students in the trades,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “These students are the future of our industry, and it’s important we provide learning opportunities as construction continues to see major labor shortages. We hope our tours inspire students interested in construction management.”
Located at 700 Brookline Ave in Brookline, MA, the 11-story Hilton Garden Inn will have 174 rooms and is conveniently located adjacent to the Longwood Medical area just one block to the Riverway T Station. The Hilton Garden Inn select service hotel is set to open in the fall of 2020.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces today that it has officially opened a new office in White Plains, New York expanding its presence throughout the northeast.
Callahan is a full-service construction management company with more than 65 years of experience serving local, regional, and national clients. The company is headquartered in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, and the new White Plains location marks Callahan’s second office.
“This is a very exciting time for our company. Callahan has been growing steadily over the last several years and now we’re ready to take the next step as a company and open a new office in New York,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan. “Our new location will allow us to serve our regional and national clients outside New England and build on our award-winning tradition.”
In recent years, Callahan has expanded their services outside of New England, and into the tri-state area with projects such as Danforth Square Apartments in Dobbs Ferry, NY, Residences at Montclair Station in Montclair, NJ, Benchmark at Split Rock in Shelton, CT, Old Middletown High School in Middletown, CT, Maplewood in Darien, CT and Hunters Chase located in Litchfield, CT.
Callahan’s portfolio spans a diverse array of market sectors including multifamily residential, senior and affordable housing, hospitality, life sciences, corporate office, educational, and retail. Many of Callahan’s projects incorporate resiliency, environmental sustainability and achieve LEED and Passive House designation.
The company was voted a “Best Place to Work” by The Boston Globe in 2018. “The cornerstone of our success over the years has been an extremely high percentage of repeat business, which is attributable to our dedication to client satisfaction, our culture, and our many wonderful employees,” said Patrick Callahan.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces on Wednesday, December 18th the company participated in the Italian Home for Children’s (IHC) holiday gift program.
The Italian Home for Children is a 100-year-old nonprofit, providing therapeutic, residential and educational services to 1,500 children of varied ages and backgrounds each year. Callahan received and fulfilled the wish lists of 12 children currently living at one of IHC’s residential care programs to help make their holiday season brighter. Volunteers from Callahan delivered the gifts on December 18, 2019.
Callahan Construction Managers has previously donated over $100,000 in pro bono labor and material to this facility over the past two years.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces today they have broken ground at Breakwater in Lynn, MA. The Dolben Company is developing the future luxury waterfront apartment complex, with HDS Architecture serving as the architect. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on December 11, 2019, with Governor Charlie Baker, Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy, and Senator Brendan Crighton all in attendance.
The Breakwater apartment complex, which overlooks Lynn Harbor, will completely transform a section of real estate previously vacated for more than 35 years. Construction for the multifamily development is happening on the site of former Beacon-Bel Chevrolet and is scheduled for completion in March 2022.
The development will have 331 apartments in two buildings as well as on-site parking. In addition to spectacular waterfront views, Breakwater will feature many high-end amenities such as two courtyards, a fitness center, game room, pet wash, and outdoor fire pit. There will also be a harborwalk along the waterfront, which will be available for public use.
“We are excited to announce our collaboration with the State, City of Lynn, Dolben, and HDS Architecture as we bring additional residential opportunities to Greater Boston,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction. “We are excited to transform the harbor front into a lively housing community that embodies Lynn’s bright future.”
The Breakwater project received two major grants from the State of Massachusetts. The first grant is an $1,000,000 infrastructure grant from the Seaport Economic Council for improvements to the seawall, to ensure the harbor is a viable place to live for years to come. The second grant is from MassWorks to help with traffic on the Lynnway, a busy highway that connects Lynn to Boston.
Waltham, MA – The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors congratulates Callahan Construction Managers for receiving the Merit Award at the 27th annual Excellence in Construction Awards for their outstanding work on the AVA Northpoint project.
Over 250 ABC members gathered at the Westin Waltham Hotel to recognize and celebrate the very best construction projects its companies have to offer. This year’s applicant pool was particularly competitive, with each winner selected for the high standards of craftsmanship, safety and quality delivered by talented merit shop workers using the efficient merit shop approach. “We are proud to recognize the outstanding work of our member contractors through the ABC Excellence in Construction Awards. The winning contractors maintained a constant focus on meeting their clients’ needs and set a high bar for craftsmanship, quality and safety,” said ABC MA President Greg Beeman.
The Merit Award recognizes the overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction. Callahan Construction Managers took home the Merit Award, representing work that stands above the rest, for its work on the new AVA Northpoint multifamily complex in Cambridge, MA, boasting 265 units, a swimming pool, garage parking, courtyard space, and more.
The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors is the largest construction trade association in the Commonwealth, representing some 470 local general contractor, subcontractor, and supplier and associate companies that employ more than 20,000 workers throughout Massachusetts.
– Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) today announced the completion of its work on the new dual-branded Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites Hotel in Woburn, Mass, which opened in late September 2019. Owned by Concord Madison Woburn, LLC, the hotel was designed by architecture and design firm Group One and is managed by Concord Hospitality, an award-winning hotel development and management company.
The new six-story, 147,780-square-foot building and mixed-use hotel property is located at 371 Washington Street and boasts 235 total rooms, with 132 Hampton rooms and 103 Homewood suites.
“The new Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites Hotel offers guests all the comforts of home in a beautiful, modern building,” said Harry Wheeler, principal at Group One Architects. “Our collaboration with Callahan early in the design process was crucial, as we were required to work around various environmental concerns.”
The hotel is part of the Woburn Landing redevelopment project, which was built on previously contaminated land and required special permitting. Callahan held numerous meetings with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other environmental groups during the construction process to ensure stringent guidelines were addressed. Callahan met requirements by preserving and maintaining access to monitoring wells on the property. Furthermore, Callahan equipped the hotel with special ventilation and a vapor barrier system to prevent future contamination.
“When we started this project, our goal was to build a quality hotel with careful consideration for environmental factors. We’re proud to say we’ve turned that objective into a reality,” said Steve Callahan, Vice President of Business Development at Callahan. “This project required extensive planning given the unique environmental permitting standards. I am proud of how our team worked diligently with the EPA, Group One, Concord Madison Woburn, LLC, and Concord Hospitality to develop innovative and creative solutions to all obstacles faced.”
The property has incorporated numerous contemporary amenities for guests shared across both the Homewood Suites and Hampton Inn, including an indoor swimming pool, business and fitness center, along with terraces, bars, lobbies, and kitchens designated for each hotel brand.
The property is conveniently located to I-95 and I-93, just minutes from the Woburn Mall and Cummings Business Park. Guests also have nearby access to the Mishawum MBTA subway system, allowing easy transportation to Boston.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces today the commencement of an exciting interior renovation project, at the iconic Jared Coffin House on Nantucket. As one of the oldest hotels in Nantucket, Jared Coffin House embodies the essence of this former whaling town. Designed by EBI Consulting, the project includes the addition of four new hotel suites and one deluxe guestroom, renovation of the lower-level Tap Room restaurant and bar, and upgrades to the property’s entrance and outdoor amenities.
A landmark Nantucket hotel, Jared Coffin House is situated in the heart of the island’s captivating historic district. The inn is undergoing a restoration both inside and out. Callahan has been tasked to upgrade the existing ground level creating four family friendly suites and one deluxe guestroom with interiors curated by the talented Nantucket designer Audrey Sterk. Many of the suites have large bay windows offering views of Nantucket’s historic streetscape.
Renovations addressing accessibility will also take place at the hotel, including installing a new lift and providing access to The Tap Room and elevated first floor of the property. A complete remodel of The Tap Room will connect the space with the main hotel lobby and patio, while updating the entire interior with new bar, restrooms, and seating areas. The overall scope for the construction is 5,200 SF.
Jared Coffin House holds a very special and important place in the history of Nantucket,” said Steve Callahan, Vice President of Business Development at Callahan Construction. “We are very excited to build upon the hotel’s rich history and tradition by creating a one-of-kind experience for its visitors that will be enjoyed by generations to come.”
The Tap Room, a year round island favorite, has a much anticipated reopening, scheduled for mid-May, 2020. It will be operated by Nantucket Prime. The transformation of Jared Coffin House’s ground floor and the addition of the new suites are expected to be completed by May 2020 in anticipation of the busy Nantucket season.
Callahan is committed to building strong, long-lasting client relationships, and to consistently delivering solutions that exceed expectations. Contact us today about starting your next project.