New residential development adds 250 units and mixed-use space to downtown Manchester
BRIDGEWATER, MA – November 6, 2024 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan),a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today that it has cut the ribbon on 75 Canal, a 250-unit residential development with retail space and underground parking located in downtown Manchester, NH. The development was built in partnership with Jones Street Investment Partners, a private equity real estate firm focused on multifamily assets located throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the U.S. that manages a portfolio of over 6,700 units.
Callahan, a trusted builder of residential communities and mixed-use developments, was chosen for its robust pre-construction services that ensured Jones Street could meet its desired occupancy goals while also building within an active, downtown environment. Ensuring that neighboring businesses and residences were not impacted by construction was essential to the project’s success, and Callahan maintained daily communication with various municipal stakeholders in Manchester, including the Building, Public Works, Fire, and Water departments. Callahan also facilitated regular site walks and meetings both on-site and in city offices to provide maximum transparency to all members of the project team.
75 Canal ushers in a new era of high-end living in Manchester, with an abundance of features that reflect an increased emphasis on supporting work-from-home professionals along with amenities that residents have come to expect in an apartment community. Callahan and Jones Street worked to integrate new levels of sophistication with features that include two fireside lounge areas, a game room, and work pods. In addition, Callahan oversaw the demolition of several existing buildings on the 2.3 acre site before beginning construction.
“We are glad to gather with our friends, colleagues and collaborators to celebrate the opening of 75 Canal, a marquee project for our organization that brings much needed housing to a severely supply constrained market,” said Matt Frazier, founder and CEO of Jones Street. “The successful completion of 75 Canal not only advances our investment strategy, but it also demonstrates our development capabilities, which are a core part of our growth plans. Callahan Construction was a great partner throughout this process and was instrumental in bringing our vision to life. We look forward to delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents and operating as a responsible partner to the Manchester community.”
Callahan has previously overseen residential communities and mixed-use projects including The Wright in Waltham; J. Malden Center in Malden; 500 Ocean Avenue in Revere; and The Abby in Quincy, among many others.
“As Callahan continues to expand its operations into new markets like southern New Hampshire and New York, we are grateful for partners like Jones Street and the beautiful communities they bring to market,” said Steve Callahan, Jr., vice president – business development, Callahan. “75 Canal is certain to attract a new generation of residents to Manchester along with creating retail opportunities that encourage economic investment in the city.”
Event attended by Lt. Governor Driscoll, Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo, and leaders of Beacon Communities
BRIDGEWATER, MA – October 3, 2024 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan),a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today that it has broken ground on Leefort Terrace in Salem, a new 124-unit affordable development on Salem Neck. Callahan is working in partnership with Beacon Communities, which is overseeing the redevelopment of this important residential community.
Numerous political dignitaries and local executives attended the ceremonial kick-off, including Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll; Massachusetts Secretary of Housing and Livable Communities Ed Augustus; Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo; Salem Housing Authority Executive Director Cathy Hoog; Executive Director of Massachusetts Housing Partnership Clark Ziegler; Dara Kovel, CEO of Beacon Communities; and Patrick Callahan, president of Callahan Construction.
The redevelopment will address several challenges with the current residences. In addition to simply being outdated, the garden-style apartment community is located in a coastal floodplain. When complete, the new Leefort Terrace will include a three-story and a four-story structure with a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, which will be all-electric and Passive House certified, and built to exceed the expected 2070 floodplain levels. All apartments will be affordable to households with incomes at or below 30% and 60% Area Median Income for 99 years.
“As an administration, we are dedicated to addressing two of our most pressing challenges: housing and climate change,” said Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll. “That’s why we’ve passed the Affordable Homes Act into law because it’ll help create thousands of new units of housing that we need and it invests $275 million exclusively to sustainable and green housing initiatives. Our administration has made strides in ensuring that people who say yes to building housing have the supports they need to make it happen. Last fall, we expanded the Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) program which helped make projects like this one come to life. As the former mayor of Salem, I know how impactful developments like Leefort Terrace are for the community and I’m excited to celebrate this groundbreaking.”
Amenities will include a fitness center, a community room, wellness office, computer stations, a private residential courtyard featuring a grilling area, a bocce court and victory gardens. Included in the site plan are 100 parking spots as well as 86 spaces for bicycle parking, 2 EV charging stations, and 25 EV-capable parking spaces. “We are grateful to our partners at the local, state and federal level, as well as to the Salem Housing Authority, for their collaboration and commitment to expanding housing opportunities that will reduce our carbon footprint and be affordable for generations to come,” said Dara Kovel, CEO of Beacon Communities. “We appreciate the patience and support of the residents and look forward to welcoming them into their new homes in early 2026.”
Summer slammer completed under tight schedule during student break
BRIDGEWATER, MA – September 10, 2024 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan), a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today that it has completed a fast-track renovation ahead of schedule for Bentley University’s Forest Hall dormitory, a residential building that houses sophomores, juniors, and seniors in suite-style units.
Bentley, a private university located in Waltham, selected Callahan to oversee the renovation of 81 bathrooms within Forest Hall due to its extensive experience in both residential and higher education construction. As a company that understands the challenges of expediting construction schedules when a residential building is temporarily unoccupied, Callahan was able to leverage its cutting-edge pre-construction services team to design a project plan that met Bentley’s aggressive goals.
“It was essential that the project team understood the compressed schedule and need to turn the building over as soon as possible,” said Jon Nattinville, Director – Planning and Construction, Bentley University. “We were pleased with the work completed by Callahan Construction, which provided critical updates to Forest Hall, a popular student residence facility.”
The Callahan team worked in tight confines that only allowed for 1 to 2 workers to be in the impacted bathroom area at a time. This constraint, combined with a 10-week turnaround for delivery of the finished spaces, demanded that the team not deviate from completion date goals. Aggressive schedule tracking and constant progress monitoring by both field and project management staff were essential for a successful turnover ahead of the projected completion date, along with frequent communication with the Bentley facilities team.
“We understand the pressures that higher education customers are under to expedite essential projects during the summer break,” said Steve Callahan, Jr., vice president – business development, Callahan. “With a unique combination of experience across affordable housing, higher education, and interior fit-outs, we were uniquely positioned to tackle this dormitory renovation and ensure students returned to a fully-functional building with modern bathroom facilities.”
Wessling Architects provided design services on this renovation project.
(BRIDGEWATER, MA – 8/21/24) Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan), a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today that it has formed a strategic alliance with Velney Construction, a 100 percent veteran, service-disabled veteran- and minority-owned company located in Somerville, MA.
The partnership is part of Callahan’s ongoing diversity and inclusion initiative to equip local minority-, women-, and Section 3-owned trade partners with the tools and resources necessary to compete for contracts in affordable housing and other key construction sectors.
“Persistent challenges for small businesses in the construction industry are the financial restrictions which slow a company’s ability to obtain the resources essential for growth,” said Patrick Callahan, President of Callahan. “Through this initiative, we aim not only to share our management expertise with Velney but also to help Velney expand and grow its financial resources. The partnership will also help Callahan expand and strengthen our network of M/W/D/VBE companies, ultimately creating more opportunities for all involved.”
Josue Velney, Owner and CEO of Velney, stated, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Callahan and leverage its vast expertise in housing and other sectors of construction. This partnership will allow us to better manage different aspects of a project with the help of Callahan’s oversight and expertise. We are excited to be a part of their project teams that will provide valuable insight into how to best build and manage a project.”
Velney Construction, a VBE, SDVOSB & MBE-certified construction company based in Somerville, MA, manages residential and Commercial projects across Greater Boston. Josue Velney holds a degree in Building Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology, where he graduated Cum Laude Honors and Tau Alpha Pi National Honor Society. Josue was selected Boston Business Journal’s 40 under 40 in 2022 and Wentworth Institute of Technology’s Alumni Entrepreneurship Award in 2023. For more information, visit: https://www.velneyconstruction.com/.
Callahan Construction Managers is a full-service construction management company based in Bridgewater, Mass., with a regional office in White Plains, NY. Callahan has served the New England and Northeast regions for over 70 years. As one of the region’s largest open-shop construction firms, Callahan provides a wide range of preconstruction and construction management services to local, regional, and national clients. Callahan’s markets include multi- family residential, senior housing, affordable housing, hospitality, life sciences, corporate office, educational, retail, and tenant fit-up. Callahan was voted a 2023 “Top Place to Work” by the Boston Globe and 2024 “Best Place to Work” by the Boston Business Journal. Visit: www.callahan-inc.com for more information.
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Mixed-use project will bring grocer-anchored shopping center into the modern age
WHITE PLAINS, NY – August 1, 2024 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan),a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today that its New York office was selected to oversee a comprehensive renovation of the New City Shopping Center in New City, NY. When complete, the planned enhancements will provide shoppers with a 21st-century shopping experience.
Located in the heart of New City, the shopping center has been serving the Clarkstown community since 1989. It is home to a diverse range of stores, restaurants, and service providers, dedicated to meeting the needs of local residents and visitors alike. The grocery-anchored retail asset currently contains a complementary tenant mix with strong demographics, traffic counts, and access. The center looks to become the premier retail destination in the area when the project is complete. Construction is expected to be completed in phases over the next 6 months to minimize disruptions to shoppers and businesses. The center will stay open throughout the renovation, and all businesses will continue to operate at their regular hours. The planned renovations will address all facets of redeveloping the plaza, from structural upgrades to aesthetic improvements, including new landscaping, updated lighting, and modernized storefronts. The anchor, Inserra Supermarket’s New City Shoprite, will also undergo interior renovations, all of which aim to create a more welcoming and accessible environment for visitors.
“As our New York office continues to grow, we are proud to have the opportunity to oversee the significant improvements coming to the New City Shopping Center,” said David Morrow, vice president – New York, Callahan. “Callahan’s deep experience in both mixed-use and retail environments suit us well for this project, and our team in White Plains will work closely with the property development team to create a shopping experience like none other for Rockland County residents.”
The life sciences market is rapidly changing – that much we know. While no one can predict the future, it is possible to build a cutting-edge laboratory and research facility that will adapt to the changing needs of scientists and researchers. That’s what is unfolding at 440 Bedford, a completely new approach to lab space in the coveted Lexington submarket.
440 Bedford Street is a new 6-story, 335,000 GSF Class AA speculative life science lab and office building being built by Callahan Construction. When finished, the building will include incubator lab space, graduator lab space, lab-ready spaces, a café, fitness center and other amenities. The building will also feature a retail and restaurant space on the first level and several outdoor amenities, along with a 6-level parking garage with parking for 575 vehicles. Put simply, this isn’t just a place to come work; it’s a destination for collaboration and an extension of one’s lifestyle.
Callahan’s pre-construction expertise was on full display during the early phases of the project, as the construction team discovered soil deficiencies that had the potential to cause substantial delays to the project schedule and significant costs to the budget if not resolved as early as possible. The preconstruction team as well as Callahan’s Site Division were able to find solutions to the problem that kept the project on schedule, saved money for the client, and strengthened trust between all parties on the project.
440 Bedford will feature numerous high-end touches, including modern interiors designed to inspire, flooded with natural light and plenty of amenities to keep scientists balanced. And with its location in the sought-after Lexington and Hartwell Avenue submarket, 440 Bedford offers ease of access to both the building and nature, not to mention proximity to other innovative companies and industries along with mass transit.
“Callahan is excited to once again leverage its experience with complex projects including laboratories and research facilities, along with our robust portfolio of pre-construction services, to build 440 Bedford,” said Steve Callahan Jr., Vice President – Business Development, Callahan Construction. “The team behind this project in Lexington knows how important it is to bring this cutting-edge research space to market, and we look forward to seeing it filled with the people and projects changing our world for the better.”
For more information about Callahan’s pre-construction services, please visit https://callahan-inc.com/our-services/enhanced-preconstruction-services/.
Annual analysis of mid-sized Massachusetts companies celebrates organizations achieving exceptional growth
BRIDGEWATER – March 7, 2024 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan),a full-service construction management company headquartered in Bridgewater, Mass., is excited to announce that it has been named to the Boston Business Journal’s 2024 Middle Market Leaders list, which will be celebrated at a gala event in March.
This is Callahan’s first year being named to the prestigious list tracking the 50 highest-growth middle-market companies in Massachusetts. The ranking is based on Business Journal research and includes private and public companies across multiple industries that had annual revenue between $25 million and $1 billion for 2020, 2021, and 2022.
Callahan’s history stretches back over 70 years in the Northeast, and today is one of the largest open-shop, family-owned construction management companies in the region. The company prides itself on providing clients with industry-leading preconstruction and construction management services across market segments including life sciences, affordable housing, market-rate multifamily, senior housing, hospitality, corporate interiors, retail, educational, and other markets.
“Callahan has been in a position of ongoing growth thanks to a strong core of repeat customers and exciting new business opportunities,” said Stephen Callahan, vice president / business development at Callahan. “We pride ourselves on our reputation fordelivering best-in-class services that enable us to build incredible projects on behalf of our clients, and this approach to business has enabled us to join the ranks of the Boston Business Journal’s prestigious list of Middle Market Leaders.”
Companies named to the BBJ’s list are ranked by a weighted score that takes into account the percent change in revenue between 2020 and 2022 and the actual value difference in revenue during the same time period. The score is meant to mitigate the difference between revenue growth at smaller companies versus larger companies within the middle market. Companies that did not record revenue growth from 2021 to 2022 were disqualified.
“Callahan Construction and Ironworkers Local 7 have had a working relationship for over 10 years. In our experience, Patrick Callahan, the firm’s president, and Callahan Construction live up to their reputation of a company based on ethical, fair, and professional principles,” said Vincent Coyle Jr., business manager, Local 7 Ironworkers. “Ironworkers Local 7 is proud to have our members working on Callahan projects and looks forward to continued success in the future. Congratulations to Callahan Construction on your well-deserved recognition as a Middle Market Leader!”
This is the fifth year of the Middle Market Leaders program. A final, ranked listing of the Middle Market Leaders will be unveiled at the awards event scheduled for March 20.
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About Callahan Construction Managers
Callahan Construction Managers is a full-service construction management company based in Bridgewater, Mass., with a regional office in White Plains, NY. Callahan has served the New England and Northeast regions for over 70 years. As one of the region’s largest open shop construction firms, Callahan provides a wide range of preconstruction and construction management services to local, regional, and national clients. Callahan’s markets include multi-family residential, senior housing, affordable housing, hospitality, life sciences, corporate office, educational, retail and tenant fit up. Callahan was voted a 2023 “Top Place to Work” by the Boston Globe and 2022 “Best Place to Work” by the Boston Business Journal. Visit www.callahan-inc.com for more information.
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Callahan Construction Completes The 600 for V10 Development
80,000 SF mixed-use development features 85 residential units, restaurant, and commercial space
BOSTON – August 15, 2023 – Callahan Construction Managers (Callahan),a full-service construction management company based in Bridgewater, Mass., announced today the completion of The 600 mixed-use project for V10 Development, a real estate development company specializing in multi-family mixed-use projects throughout New England. Located on the 600 block of Broadway in Everett, this 80,000 SF of ground-up new construction is steps away from public transportation and the Forbes Five-Star Encore Boston Harbor Resort. The six-story residential complex features 85 residential units ranging from studios to one- and two-bedroom units with high-end finishes. Featuring an array of amenities such as a restaurant, rooftop deck, commercial space, and 37 parking spaces, The 600 is fully leased. A ribbon cutting was held with City of Everett officials on April 27th.
Callahan was retained to provide pre-construction and construction management services. Two existing buildings on the site were demolished to make room for the new apartment complex. The ground floor was constructed in a podium style and contains the residential lobby, two retail rental areas, mechanical spaces, the loading dock, and parking. Floors two through six are identical wood frame construction and each includes 17 residential units with quartz counters in the bathrooms and kitchens. The roof level has a 4,500 SF roof deck area which will include enclosed restrooms, stairs and elevator lobby, and outdoor seating and cooking areas for use by tenants.
“Back in the summer of 2019, we had the idea of providing comfortable, moderately priced units at the heart of a vibrant street in Everett,” said John Tocco, managing director of V10 Development. “Thanks to Callahan and the rest of the project team, we are proud to deliver the 600 to the crown of Broadway and spur additional development throughout the Business District in Everett.
The 600 was designed by Context, a collaborative design workshop. From the beginning, Context embraced the fact that being a large building, on the top of the hill, on one of the busiest streets in Everett, meant that the project would be prominent from many different vantage points. The design team sought to embrace its important location, allowing the building to stand out while being sympathetic to the surrounding neighborhood. In order to keep from feeling too massive and bulky, Context used cantilevered bays and changes in facade materials to break down the facades into something more consistent with neighborhood residential architecture. Masonry was used at the street level to provide a visually familiar and human scaled pedestrian experience.
The project team for The 600 includes:
About Callahan Construction Managers
Callahan Construction Managers is a full-service construction management company based in Bridgewater, Mass., with a regional office in White Plains, NY. Callahan has served the New England and Northeast regions for over 65 years. As one of the region’s largest open shop construction firms, Callahan provides a wide range of preconstruction and construction management services to local, regional, and national clients. Callahan’s markets include multi-family residential, senior housing, affordable housing, hospitality, life sciences, corporate office, educational, retail and tenant fit up. Callahan was voted a 2021 “Top Place to Work” by the Boston Globe and “Best Place to Work” by the Boston Business Journal. Visit www.callahan-inc.com for more information.
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