Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces that they have completed the Hilton Garden Inn Brookline. The project was developed by Claremont Companies who also own and manage the property, with Cambridge Seven Associates serving as the architect, Stantec for civil and landscape, Odeh on structural, and WSP as the MEP/FP engineer.
The 11-story, 111,000 SF, Hilton Garden Inn features 174 guest rooms. Level 1 includes various amenities including a restaurant and bar, lounge areas, meeting room and 24-hour pavilion pantry. Level 3, of the hotel, includes a fitness center, indoor swimming pool, and outdoor terrace. Additionally, a 29-space parking garage occupies the hotel’s second level, providing ease of access for guests.
“Callahan is thrilled to have been a part of this high-profile hotel project just outside Boston,” stated Steve Callahan, Vice President of Business Development at Callahan. “The Hilton Garden Inn’s location on the Brookline/Boston line will provide much-needed hospitality services to the Greater Boston area.”
The property sought to maximize space at the narrow .437-acre lot. A curved corner design draws attention to the building, which sits at the intersection of Brookline Avenue and Route 9. The building also features a glass façade.
Located at 700 Brookline Ave, the property is the former site of a Gulf gas station that was demolished in 2016. The building is conveniently located adjacent to the Longwood Medical area and one block to the Riverway T Station.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan), a full-service construction management company that has served the New England and Northeast regions safely as a family business for more than 65 years, announced that it hosted a mandatory company-wide safety stand-down on Tuesday, March 16. During the stand-downs, teams at each Callahan jobsite reviewed hazards associated with the type of work they do and identified ways to eliminate them. The goal of the safety stand-down was to refocus the importance of safety, eliminate complacency, and reflect on hazards to make every Callahan jobsite safer. All Callahan project executives, managers, superintendents, and subcontractors participated in the stand down.
“Callahan is proactive when it comes to safety and we used this as an opportunity to refocus and avoid complacency and promote our zero-injury safety culture,” stated Justin Azbill, Director of Safety at Callahan. “We want to lead by example and do everything in our power to ensure every employee on site goes home safely at the end of the day.”
Stand-downs on each jobsite were led by Callahan Superintendents where the teams discussed complacency, situational awareness, fall protection, hand injuries, and COVID-19 compliance. Each subcontractor team also discussed hazards associated with the type of work they do and identified ways Callahan can help them eliminate job hazards. Callahan’s objective is to use this information to improve communication across all jobsites to continue to build a solid zero-injury safety culture across the entire company, which had a 98% rate of zero lost time incidents in 2020.
Callahan uses safetyreports.com safety software to identify key data, including the most common times of day injuries occur and most commonly injured body parts to further assist with their safety initiatives and campaigns to reduce injuries and even near-misses. This data will form the foundation for their Safety Week focus areas and will continue to inform company decisions.
“It’s critical to the Callahan culture that jobsite safety is always top of mind so that we reduce hazards and eliminate injuries,” Azbill continued. “By focusing heavily on this, we’re not only protecting our employees on jobsites right now, we’re also focusing on the future and how we can continue to improve our procedures to eliminate injuries.”
Callahan was also recently awarded an Occupational Excellence Achievement Award, a Million Work Hour Award, a Callahan Site Division Perfect Record Award and a Significant Improvement Award from the National Safety Council. Five employees also received Safety Service Awards.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) is proud to announce they have begun construction on 5 Washington Street in Brighton, MA. The project is being developed by Washington Square Ventures (WSV) with Stantec serving as the architect.
The development will occupy a 43,500 square foot parcel of land that sits on the border of City of Boston and the Town of Brookline. The property is in Boston’s Brighton neighborhood, and is two city blocks away from Boston’s Green Line rapid transit system and next to a Whole Foods Market. Quickly becoming a live-work-play destination, Brighton and the Washington Square neighborhood are now home to numerous local restaurants and lifestyle amenities.
Three separate structures were demolished on the site, a gas station, an auto repair shop, and office space and the new 131,500 square foot, five-story building with a basement will be constructed in their place.
This mixed-use building will host apartment and retail parking totaling 127 spaces, approximately 12,500 square feet of retail on the ground floor, and 108 residential apartments on floors two through five with 18 units being designated for affordable housing. Building amenities will include a fitness area, clubhouse lounge, entertaining kitchen, expansive workshare, and home office space. A large outdoor terrace will also be included and will feature two quartz-topped bars, semi-private cabanas, gas grills and fireplaces.
“Callahan is proud to be a part of this dynamic project,” said Patrick Callahan, President at Callahan Construction Managers. “This development will contribute to the growth of the Washington Square/Corey Hill neighborhood and give residents an urban living experience just minutes from downtown Boston.”
“My partner Matt Faris and I are pleased to see our permitting and design efforts come to fruition at 5 Washington”, said Justin Krebs, Co-Managing Partner at Washington Square Ventures. “We appreciate our collaboration with the community and BPDA to redevelop a long-blighted gas service station and vacant office building into a forward-thinking mixed-use development, including new apartments and a CVS, adding to the affordable housing stock while enhancing retail amenities for our tenants and the neighborhood.”
“Stantec is excited to see this project happen after several years of active community engagement and design review by the City of Boston,” said Mark Soltysiak, Senior Associate at Stantec. “The building will fit proudly into the neighborhood and will add a small pocket park for all residents and neighbors alike to enjoy.”
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan), has begun its fourth assisted living project with Benchmark Senior Living, a trusted provider of senior living services throughout the Northeast.
The new Benchmark community will be located on Washington Street in Hanover. There will be 97 senior living units, with 114 total beds, over 91,000 square feet. Featured amenities will include a library, full-service dining room, activity rooms, wellness rooms, salons, and outdoor courtyards.
In addition to the Hanover property, Callahan has also completed three properties for the company, Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock in Shelton, CT, Benchmark Senior Living at Woburn in Woburn, MA, and Benchmark Senior Living on Clapboardtree in Norwood, MA
“We value our continued relationship with Benchmark Senior Living and are pleased to have delivered three successful properties for the company and are excited to deliver the fourth,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “It is especially fulfilling to be involved in such projects that serve to benefit members of the community and provide exceptional care.”
“We are thrilled to be expanding our senior living offerings to the residents of the South Shore and beyond. Hanover is an ideal setting for the 64th Benchmark community and will possess the beautiful surroundings and leading-edge services our residents and their families have come to expect,” said Sarah Laffey, Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President of Benchmark Senior Living. Benchmark of Hanover will be the company’s second South Shore community, along with Benchmark Senior Living at Plymouth Crossings. “We look forward to continuing our successful relationship with Callahan.”
Working in partnership with Udelsman Associates, construction on the assisted living property broke ground in January 2021 and is on track for an early Summer 2022 completion.
White Plains, NY – Callahan Construction Managers announced that they have welcomed Mark Zych to the firm as a project executive.
Mark joins our growing New York team and will provide overall direction and supervision of projects, establishing operational priorities and maintaining effective relationships with our clients in the Tri-State area. He has a proven track-record of service to growing organizations that includes business development; operational planning and risk management; and directing projects through all phases of planning, design, and construction.
“In a year that’s been challenging for many businesses, I’m excited to be joining a group of creative and ambitious colleagues here at Callahan as we continue to build great projects and strong relationships,” said Mark. “I’m looking forward to serving new clients—as well as those with whom Callahan has earned its reputation as a leading construction partner for multi-family and purpose-built housing—as we expand our operations throughout the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut tri-state region.”
Mark has more than 20 years of diverse leadership experience in real estate development and capital projects construction and has spent the past 10 years working with clients throughout New York’s Hudson Valley.
Mark earned a degree in Civil Engineering from The University of Delaware.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) is pleased toannounce its partnership with Quincy Public Schools, for its sponsorship of “Trades Beyond the Bell,” an after school workforce training program. “Trades Beyond the Bell” is a Callahan sponsored program that came to fruition through the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership (QSCP), a collaboration between Quincy Public Schools, individuals, organizations, and the business community. The program is designed to support high school students by providing valuable training opportunities and connections to real world employment opportunities in the construction field.
For Trades Beyond the Bell, Callahan collaborated with Quincy Public Schools Career Vocational and Technical Education (CVTE) Program to offer students the opportunity to earn their required shop hours, experience hands-on engagement, gain technical skills, and improve safety awareness. A President’s Path Partner of the QSCP, Callahan is providing direct financial support to the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership to fund initiatives such as teacher mini-grants and purchasing state-of-the-art tools and technology.
“This project is part of Callahan’s greater commitment to giving back to the community,” says Callahan President Patrick Callahan. “The Trades Beyond the Bell Program is significant in shaping the incoming workforce and providing students within the local community with valuable life skills that they can use and turn into well-paying careers beyond high school.”
Career Vocational and Technical Education programs are a crucial element to the United States work force. According to the Association for Career & Technical Education, “Three million workers will be needed for the nation’s infrastructure in the next decade, including designing, building and operating transportation, housing, utilities, and telecommunications.” Not only does offering programs such as “Trades Beyond the Bell” provide guidance and opportunity for young individuals, but it also helps to fill vacancies in the job market.
“Quincy High School Career Vocational and Technical Education Program is thrilled to partner with Callahan to foster the continued development of our students,” says Keith Segalla, Executive Director of Career Vocational and Technical Education for Quincy Public Schools. “Trades Beyond the Bell is an invaluable opportunity for students to grow and gain real-world working experience.”
As part of the Trades Beyond the Bell partnership with Quincy Public Schools, Callahan Construction Managers presented a check for $10,000 to the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership. (photo attached). Callahan has been part of the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership for the last 5 years.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) is proud to announce they have begun construction on Broadstone Watch City in Waltham, MA. The project will feature 195 units on levels 2-6 with 49 units designated for affordable housing. The project is owned by Alliance Residential Company in partnership with The Carlyle Group, and is being designed by CUBE 3 Studio. Callahan also recently completed The Cove in Hingham, MA in partnership with Alliance Residential Company and CUBE 3.
The 348,936 square-foot development will include 3 levels of post tensioned concrete with 5 levels of wood framing above. Currently, site utilities have been installed, with excavation, backfill and waterproofing ongoing. The building will also include 293 parking spaces, an outdoor pool in the courtyard, lobby, resident lounges, conference room, offices, fitness studio, and a viewing room.
“The project design is a nod to the industrial history of the immediate area, the building includes brick and weathered “Corten” steel siding and an innovative interior design that references the clock and watch industry that Waltham is famous for,” said Luke Beck, Project Lead at CUBE 3. “In addition to expected luxury amenities, the project includes a dedicated commuter lounge, spa-like courtyard area, and integrated bike storage and pet grooming.”
“Callahan is proud to be a part of this vibrant project,” said Patrick Callahan, President at Callahan Construction Managers. “This is the second project we are building with Alliance and CUBE 3 and we are excited to be able to continue to create a solid partnership and produce another top-quality development.”
Alliance is thrilled to once again be teamed up with Callahan Construction on this exciting redevelopment,” said Michael Boujoulian, Managing Director of Alliance Residential’s New England division. “This team has a proven track record of solving complex challenges to provide innovative, first-class housing options in Greater Boston.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces on Wednesday, December 16th the company participated in The Big Wishes Gift Card Drive with The Home for Little Wanderers to help holiday wishes come true for children and families in The Home’s care. The COVID-19 pandemic has been particularly challenging for vulnerable children and families, increasing the need for support this year.
The Home for Little Wanderers
provides a seamless continuum of vital programs and services for every stage of
child and family development. For more than 200 years, they have earned a
reputation for doing whatever it takes to strengthen vulnerable families and
keep children safe in their own communities, even when they do not have family
support. Serving children and youth from birth to 22, The Home makes a positive
impact on over 12,000 lives each year.
Callahan was able to fulfill the wishes of 10 families as well as a donation to
the home.
Callahan Construction Managers was also able to make a monetary donation to Rosie’s place as well as a donation of 27 windows to South Shore Habitat for Humanity this holiday season.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) has begun work on 300 3rd Ave, a new Life Sciences development located in Waltham. The project will feature four stories of flexible and customizable office and laboratory space with 5 levels of parking, two above grade and 3 below as well as a mechanical penthouse. The building is designed by DiMella Shaffer and is owned and developed by Lincoln Property Company.
The 139,000 square foot building, 30,000 sf per floor, will feature a poured concrete foundation with a steel frame concrete deck. Facing the Route 128 Corridor, an expansive glass curtain wall wraps the façade bringing light and views into the spaces. Metal panels and punched windows wrap the spaces with views to a dramatic natural rock face on the property. The lobby will include a glass entrance with natural wood ceiling and wall and custom lighting.
“We’re excited to be part of the continued growth in this market and pleased to partner with Lincoln Property Company and Callahan Construction to deliver a LEED Gold Core & Shell space that is flexible, resilient, and adaptable with an eye towards the future,” said Alison Nash, Associate, Sustainability Practice Leader of DiMella Shaffer.
The project commenced on June 4, 2020 with abatement of the existing building and cutting and isolating of existing utilities. Callahan demolished the existing 2-story building in late July. Callahan has been performing site work since August and will continue to the end of December including, clearing, site demolition, rock blasting, rock stabilization, and excavation for new foundations. Foundations are scheduled to begin in January of 2021.
“We are very excited to once again be partnering with Lincoln Properties on what we believe will be an extremely successful suburban Lab project given the state of the local life sciences market and the associated demand for high quality lab space.” stated Steve Callahan, Vice President, Business Development at Callahan.”
The property will include an on-site shuttle that will transport tenants to and from the MBTA station located in Waltham center and is expected for completion in January 2022.
White Plains, NY (October 21, 2020) – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan), a full-services construction management company, today announces long-time Callahan team members David Morrow and Phil Dinan will lead Callahan’s New York office as Vice President and Director of Business Development, respectively. David has been with Callahan for five years as a project executive while Phil has been with the firm for six years in various roles.
In his role as Vice President of New York Operations, Morrow has been tasked to lead Callahan’s developing tri-state market presence, ultimately responsible for client satisfaction and project success in the region. Dave will be responsible for working with new and existing clients in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut and managing Callahan’s resources to develop projects from early phases of project development through preconstruction.
As Director of Business Development, Phil Dinan will oversee relationship development and manage Callahan’s project pipeline in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Dinan is responsible for managing Callahan’s partnerships with existing clients, subcontractors, city officials, and community stakeholders, while at the same time building new relationships. He will work alongside Morrow and Callahan’s senior leadership team to develop strategic company plans and communications, and lead sales and marketing efforts.
In January of 2020 Callahan expanded its operations to New York opening a regional office located at 360 Hamilton Avenue in White Plains to better service clients in the Hudson Valley area, North/Central New Jersey, and Southwest Connecticut. Callahan’s team already has projects underway throughout the region. They are currently engaged in preconstruction with Norwood, Massachusetts based LCB Senior Living to develop a 90-unit, assisted living and memory care community in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. The New York team is also slated to begin upcoming work on a large multifamily project in Yonkers.
“We felt that 2020 was the perfect time to formally expand into the tri-state region, as the area continues to see extensive growth in multifamily development, mixed-use, and life science” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “Dave and Phil bring over 40 years of collective industry expertise, and their longstanding knowledge of Callahan and the construction industry make them the perfect fit to lead our growth across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.”
Projects previously completed by Callahan in the tri-state area include the Danforth Square Apartments in Dobbs Ferry, NY, Residences at Montclair Station in Montclair, NJ, Benchmark at Split Rock in Shelton, CT, Old Middle Town High School multifamily conversion in Middletown, CT, Maplewood in Darien, CT and Hunters Chase located in Litchfield, CT.
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