Callahan is proud to announce they have begun construction on 5 Washington Street in Brighton, MA. The project is owned by Washington Square Ventures with Stantec serving as the architect. Demolition has recently begun with excavation activities to follow.
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 are currently being 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 14 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, 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) announces the completion of The Residence at Penniman Hill a new assisted living community in Hingham, MA. The development is owned and operated by LCB Senior Living, LLC, which operates throughout New England.The Architectural Team, Inc. (TAT) served as the design firm. This is Callahan’s fourth project with LCB Senior Living.
The Residence at Penniman Hill offers 90 assisted living and memory care living apartments for local seniors. The 90,000 SF, 3-story building includes studio, one, and two-bedroom units. It also offers a variety of amenities, including an activity room, beauty salon, café and bistro, exterior planting areas and a memory garden. The property is located around the corner from the Derby Street Shoppes in Hingham which also provides convenient access to shops and restaurants for residents and guests.
“The Residence at Penniman Hill is the fourth project completed by Callahan Construction Managers for LCB Senior Living,” said Ed SanClemente, Vice President of Development at LCB Senior Living. “We appreciate the company’s team-oriented approach and management of each project. Whenever there have been issues over the course of a job, the approach is one of working together to find the solution that is for the best interest of the success of the project.”
A variety of unique construction elements were implemented on the project. The buildings’ foundation was not typically used in residential construction, as the team was required to account for the soil on-site. Instead, a geopier system was incorporated, which transferred the load of foundation footing into reinforced piers. Construction also included the use of light gauge structural steel, instead of traditional wood-frame construction.
“TAT’s design harmonizes with the scale and character of historic Hingham with shingled siding, a series of repeated gambrel and pitched roof elements, double-hung windows, and a copper-clad cupola reinforcing an expressive New England coastal vernacular style,” said Anthony Vivirito, Senior Project Manager at The Architectural Team. “The interiors program emphasizes movement, access to light and air, and features a comprehensive local artist installation, sophisticated furnishings, and plenty of outdoor activity spaces for gathering.”
Two distinct resident areas exist on the property: The first floor of the development houses residents with memory impairments and it also includes common areas and dining spaces. The second and third floors consist of assisted living residents as well as additional common areas, dining space and a commercial kitchen.
“LCB, TAT and Callahan have a longstanding relationship and commitment to providing high-quality, assisted living communities throughout New England,” stated Steve Callahan, Vice President of Business Development at Callahan Construction Managers. “As a family-owned company, we appreciate and value these collaborations and the opportunity to continue to work on projects together.”
West Roxbury, MA – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces today the commencement of an exciting new multifamily development located at 1545&1555 VFW Parkway in West Roxbury, MA. Owned by Lincoln Parkway LLC and designed by SK+I Architecture, the project includes two detached, four-story multifamily buildings with a mix of market rate and affordable housing. Callahan has a long-standing partnership with Lincoln, and most recently completed Edison on the Charles in Waltham.
The project will feature 254 units between the two buildings for a total of 372,823 square feet. Also included are 387 garage parking spaces in a five-level precast garage, along with an outdoor pool, exterior courtyard, fitness center, café, and pet spa.
While following all the COVID-19 protocols, Callahan and their subcontractors are currently working on underground utilities and foundations with erection of the precast garage starting the first week in August and framing to follow. The project was shut down for two months due to the COVID-19 construction halt in Boston and reopened on May 18th.
“We are excited to announce another collaboration with Lincoln Property Company and SKI+I Architecture as we bring additional residential opportunities to Boston,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction. “The team is excited to be making progress and is taking an enthusiastic approach to working in the new normal.”
The Parkway Apartments are targeting LEED Gold certification and are expected to be completed in February 2022.
Malden, MA (July 9, 2020) – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces today, in partnership with Jefferson Apartment Group (JAG) and the City of Malden, that they have completed the new J Malden Center. Designed by CBT, J Malden Center is a reimagination of Malden Center, which now connects residences with the MBTA station, shops, and restaurants.
Jefferson Apartment Group has worked in collaboration with the City of Malden since 2013 to bring about this transformation of Malden Center. The project is a testament to the persistence and creativity needed to bring a high-quality mixed-use public-private partnership to fruition. From the outset, the project was intended to bring vibrancy to the city’s historical retail corridor by reinvigorating the gateway to Malden Center with an iconic design and activated ground floor uses that will enhance the experience of all Malden residents.
“ We are thrilled to see that vision come to life as Pleasant Street is now re-opened and providing direct access to the MBTA, Malden’s new City Hall is a much more welcoming and accessible building for both employees and residents, and our residents are able to enjoy all the amenities Malden Center has to offer,” said Sandi Silk, Senior Vice President at Jefferson Apartment Group.
The story will be completed as new retail and restaurants begin to open later this summer when Malden Center Fine Wines and Soul City Yoga open for business as the newest businesses on Pleasant Street.”
J Malden Center brings over 550,000 square feet of mixed-use space that includes retail and restaurant space, 320 residential apartments, and an expansive civic office condominium that is now the new Malden City Hall, strategically positioned at the Gateway to Malden Center. The project’s design focused on reconnecting a major pedestrian street link to the central hub of the city. The development is located across the street from the Malden Center T Station and offers nearly 25,000 square feet of new retail.
“Collaboration between the CBT design team, Jefferson Apartment Group, the City of Malden, and Callahan Construction was integral to creating an impactful project that would serve as a gateway to the city”, said Ellen Perko, Senior Project Manager at CBT. “ J Malden Center reinvigorates Pleasant Street with vital urban and civic space, introducing downtown living in a dynamic, mixed-use environment.”
The J Malden Center project fosters a civic, commercial, and residential precedent for the city of Malden’s future. The residential project includes a mix of studio, one and two-bedroom apartments with parking for 320 vehicles, inclusive of 80 publicly accessible parking spaces.
The design of the project brings out a sense of play in residents and provides a sophisticated backdrop for fun. Residents have access to an all-inclusive living experience with shopping, restaurants, and transportation all just steps away. J Malden Center also features over 30,000 square feet of amenities, offering everything from an indoor solarium, rooftop terrace, resort-style pool with sundeck featuring outdoor swings, hammocks and cabanas, courtyard with outdoor kitchen featuring an outdoor dining room and grills, lounge seating around a fire pit with outdoor gaming, and fitness center featuring Peloton bicycles.
“J Malden Center broke ground in March 2017 and although we faced many challenges throughout the course of the project we listened to JAG’s concerns and adapted to help them achieve the desired design,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “The finished product speaks volumes about the persistence and dedication of the Callahan project team and our close collaboration with JAG and the City of Malden, and we are so proud to be part of Malden’s downtown revitalization.”
J Malden Center apartments are available for lease, for more information visit https://jmaldencenter.com/.
Hingham, MA (June 29, 2020) — Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announced the completion of The Cove, a luxury multifamily development including a mix of market rate and affordable housing located in Hingham, MA. The mid-rise, residential community was developed by Alliance Residential Company, while Callahan and CUBE 3 Architects were tasked with the construction and design of the new building.
The Cove consists of (2) buildings, both with four stories of wood framing above one level of post-tensioned podium parking. The property is located adjacent to the Hingham Shipyard, Hingham Ferry Station, nearly 500 acres of open space in Bare Cove Park, and is the 3rd residential building in Hingham that Callahan has constructed, including Brio and The Residences at Penniman Hill. Callahan also previously completed the retail portion of the Launch at the Hingham Shipyard.
“Alliance is thrilled to once again be working with such a first-class operation and team. Callahan Construction’s experience, professionalism and track record were all brought to bear at The Cove, and delivered what we think is the finest luxury community in Greater Boston.”
The apartment homes at The Cove feature high, 10’ ceilings and oversized windows, chef styled kitchens with gas ranges, generous sized open plan layouts, kitchen island with breakfast bar, dual sink vanities, walk-in closets, hardwood-style flooring, stainless steel appliances, artisan tile backsplashes, and water views, balconies and gas fireplaces in select homes. In addition to the 220 residential apartment units, the buildings feature an unparalleled mix of indoor/outdoor amenities including a media lounge with a 4 screen video wall, surround sound and fireplace, clubroom with billiards and a beer/wine tap, top floor sky lounge with bar, fireplace, and outdoor terrace boasting water and park views, state-of-the-art fitness center, with cardio equipment and separate private/group class yoga studio, co-working lounge with two private conference rooms, hospitality inspired two story lobby with stunning light fixtures, resort-style swimming pool and courtyard featuring gas barbecue grills, an outdoor cooking and entertainment center, a fire pit, and poolside cabana seating.
“We are proud to unveil The Cove as the newest addition to the Hingham community,” remarked Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan “The Cove, along with our other multifamily housing project Brio, will both provide much-needed housing to the Hingham neighborhood and Greater Boston area.”
The Cove is situated adjacent to the Hingham Shipyard Marina neighborhood and it abuts Bare Cove Park, which is a 484-acre, historic, town-owned park situated along the banks of the Weymouth Back River. The project also includes a boardwalk for residents to directly access the park, with the courtyard and sky lounge positioned to maximize views of the open space.
With direct access to all the shopping, entertainment and restaurants at Hingham Shipyard, the property’s transit served location also provides convenient access to Boston via a 35-minute ferry ride to Rowe’s Wharf, Logan Airport, or the trains at South Station.
The Cove apartments are now available to rent, and range in price from the $1900’s. The building is currently 50% leased. For more information on leasing opportunities, visit https://www.thecovehingham.com/.
Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan) announces construction remains on schedule at The Abby, a transit-oriented development at the MBTA’s North Quincy Red Line stop. The project is approaching construction milestones including the completion of exterior finishes and façade work. The project is designed by ICON Architecture and developed in partnership by Bozzuto and Atlantic.
The new, mixed-use development will include three (3) apartment buildings with 610 units, 45,000 SF of retail space anchored by a Target store, a 1,314-space parking garage, including 852 parking spots for MBTA commuters.
Phase one (1) of construction remains on-time, even amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Callahan has continued to work diligently on Building A, with the team finalizing the property’s exterior, and installing and painting windows and cabinets in the first block of units. The Abby’s garage also nears completion, with continued work on elevator installations. Foundations at the post-tension section of the amenity area of Building B are also underway.
“Callahan is proud of our safety team, which has overseen numerous job site changes, and has still maintained project schedules at the North Quincy site,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan Construction Managers. “We have enjoyed a very successful partnership with Bozzuto and ICON Architecture, working in close collaboration during a difficult construction climate, and look forward to completing this transit-oriented community.”
The Abby aims to redevelop North Quincy Station by transforming a former bus depot and parking lot into a vibrant community that pays homage to the area’s rich history. Residents at The Abby at North Quincy Station will have access to many luxury amenities including two outdoor courtyards, pool deck, club lounge, entertainment kitchen, dog spa, bike fix-it shop, and a fitness center with active group fitness and studio areas.
“We appreciate Callahan’s attention to safety during this challenging time. Callahan has been able to maintain a safe work environment while keeping the job operational allowing us protect our workers and deliver the new project as planned,” said Mike Henehan, President of Bozzuto Development Company.
The residential portion of the project will be delivered over two phases, with the first units available for occupancy in May of 2021 and the second phase in January 2022. The entire North Quincy Station Redevelopment project is scheduled to be completed by Spring 2022. For additional information visit: https://www.bozzuto.com/portfolio/north-quincy/
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.
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