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JANUARY 28, 2008 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER OF CAPE COD

Mashpee, MA - Bowdoin recently completed this new 10,000 s.f. community health center in Mashpee, MA. The facility, designed by Melton-Ferre Associates, involved extensive pre-construction services and is constructed of wood framing, Hardi-Plank and wood shingle siding, asphalt shingle and standing-seam metal roofing and features a vaulted glass entryway. The interior fitout features dental operatories, clinical exam rooms, labs, a pharmacy, social services meeting rooms, multiple nurse’s stations and staff offices.

 

JANUARY 8, 2008 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES DEDHAM OPHTHALMIC CONSULTANTS AND SURGEONS

Dedham, MA - Bowdoin Construction recently completed the adaptive reuse of commercial office space into a state-of-the-art ophthalmology care center. The facility, designed by Hardaway Associates Architects, required selective demolition, new MEP systems and HVAC upgrades. The newly completed facility features eleven exam rooms, procedure rooms, testing rooms, a workshop and offices for the doctors and staff. The space also includes an optical shop for clients to select the latest in eyewear.

 

NOVEMBER 13, 2007 - BOWDOIN RECEIVES ABC EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARD

Boston, MA - Bowdoin Construction was recently awarded an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) Excellence in Construction "Merit" Award for their work on the Southern New England Surgery Center in South Attleboro, Massachusetts.  The award ceremony was held at Build Boston at the Seaport Hotel in Boston on November 13, 2007.

 

SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 - BOWDOIN CELEBRATES THE GRAND OPENING OF THE VILLAGE AT COLONY PLACE

Plymouth, MA - Bowdoin Construction has recently completed construction of the Village at Colony Place for Saxon Partners, and the grand opening was held on September 14th.  The new upscale lifestyle center totals 170,000 s.f. and included the construction of six multi-tenant retail buildings, as well as an extensive landscape and hardscape package.  The buildings, designed by Carter Burgess, were constructed of structural steel and CMU, with granite, brick, EIFS, and stone façade.   

Prior to building “The Village” Bowdoin served as construction manager for the construction of “The Plaza” at Colony Place, designed by Cubellis Associates, which included 130,000 s.f. of build-to-suit retail stores and 170 acres of site development.

 

 

AUGUST 31, 2007 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES SOUTH AREA SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL

Norwood, MA - Bowdoin recently completed the adaptive reuse and expansion of a former corporate campus into a new 46,800 s.f. private K-8 school for the South Area Solomon Schechter Day School. Bowdoin provided pre-construction budgeting, scheduling and safety planning services as well as full general contracting and construction management services for the new coeducational school. The project, designed by Design Partnership of Cambridge, involved the comprehensive renovation of 35,400 s.f. of space into classrooms, science labs and offices. It also involved the new construction of a 7,200 s.f. gymnasium and a 4,200 s.f. connecting structure to house Art and Music rooms, storage, a kitchen, toilet rooms, offices, a corridor, and a vestibule. All work was completed on schedule and in time for the start of the 2007 school year.

 

JUNE 26, 2007 - BOWDOIN RECEIVES GROUP SAFETY AWARD FROM THE MASSACHUSETTS SAFETY COUNCIL

Boston, MA – The Massachusetts Safety Council has recognized Bowdoin Construction with a Group Safety Award for 2007.  This safety award recognizes companies whose safety performance and programs are exemplary.  The award was presented to Bowdoin’s safety manager at the Massachusetts Safety Council’s annual luncheon at Anthony’s Pier 4 Restaurant in Boston on June 26, 2007.

 

 

JUNE 22, 2007 - SOUTHERN NEW ENGLAND SURGERY CENTER HOLDS GRAND OPENING

South Attleboro, MA – Southern New England Surgery Center held a grand opening party at their new facility in South Attleboro, MA on June 22, 2007.  Bowdoin completed the fast-track adaptive reuse of a former supermarket into this endoscopic and orthopedic surgery center.  The 25,000 s.f. facility, designed by Hardaway Associates, required pre-construction services, cutting in of all new windows around the building perimeter, a new entrance canopy, extensive slab cutting and underground plumbing, a new roof, all new MEP and fire protection systems, and medical gas piping.  The new facility features eight operating rooms, two procedure rooms, nurses' stations, reception/lobby area, doctor's offices and a kitchen/lunch room.

 

 

MAY 17 2007 - BOWDOIN RECEIVES ABC PLATINUM SAFETY AWARD

Stoneham. MA – The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of Massachusetts has recognized Bowdoin Construction with a STEP Platinum safety award for 2007.  This ABC safety award recognizes companies whose safety performance and programs are exemplary.  The award was presented to Bowdoin’s safety manager at the ABC safety gala at the Montvale Plaza in Stoneham, MA on Thursday May 17, 2007.

 

 

APRIL 3, 2007 - BOWDOIN BREAKS GROUND AT CAPE COD FREE CLINIC

Mashpee, MA - Bowdoin was selected as construction manager for this new 10,000 s.f. community health center in Mashpee, MA.  The facility, designed by Melton-Ferre Associates, involved extensive pre-construction services and is being constructed with wood framing, Hardi-Plank and wood shingle siding, asphalt shingle and standing-seam metal roofing and features a vaulted glass entryway.  The interior fitout includes medical gas piping and all MEP systems; and will feature clinical and dental examination rooms, operating rooms, labs, a pharmacy, social services meeting rooms, multiple nurse’s stations and staff offices.  The groundbreaking ceremony was held on April 3, 2007.

 

 

MARCH 12, 2007 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES CANTATA TECHNOLOGY

Needham, MA - Bowdoin worked with Cantata and their representative, Diversified Project Management, as construction manager for this fast track build to suit renovation of a 40,000 s.f. office building in Needham, MA.  This new space, designed by Black Cow Architects, serves as Cantata Technologies new headquarters.  The building received a new sprinkler system, MEP upgrades and new hardwall offices and labs for this high-tech firm.

 

 

FEBRUARY 20, 2007 - BOWDOIN CELEBRATES TOPPING-OFF AT GORDON COLLEGE'S KEN OLSEN SCIENCE CENTER

Wenham, MA - Bowdoin Construction recently celebrated the installation of the final steel beam atop the 82,000 s.f. Ken Olsen Science Center at Gordon College in Wenham, MA. The beam, signed by Bowdoin's project team, representatives from Gordon's facilities staff and administration, Payette Associates Architects and Quinn Iron Works, was set into place by two of Quinn's tuxedo clad workers. All above mentioned firms were on hand to take part in celebrating this important project milestone.

The new state-of-the-art facility is being constructed of structural steel, a brick and precast concrete facade and a standing seam metal panel roof. The facility will feature numerous science labs, classrooms, faculty offices, a 400-seat auditorium, a case study/lecture hall and a main lobby with museum quality displays. The entire building will be fitted with the latest technology and equipment for instruction and research in the various science disciplines.

NOVEMBER 30, 2006  – BOWDOIN COMPLETES MELMARK NEW ENGLAND WITH DYER BROWN

Andover, MA - Bowdoin recently completed the conversion of a Franciscan Center in Andover, Massachusetts into a 60,000 s.f. custom-designed school for autistic students. The project, designed by Dyer Brown, involved selective demolition and asbestos abatement followed by a review and replacement of all electrical and HVAC systems, complete rehabilitation of all bathrooms, a new fire suppression system and new fire and security systems. The building was then fitout to reflect the needs of students with autism.

 

OCTOBER 15, 2006  – BOWDOIN COMPLETES ATRIUM SCHOOL WITH MARYANN THOMPSON

Watertown, MA - Bowdoin Construction recently completed the conversion of a former book depository in Watertown, Massachusetts into a private school for pre-kindergarten to sixth grade students. The project, designed by Maryann Thompson Architects, consisted of selective demolition, the installation of new windows and cedar clapboard siding, and the construction of new classrooms, staff offices, arts/music room, library, an atrium and reception areas. Construction was performed utilizing sustainable, natural materials which were chosen to reduce contaminates and indoor pollution. The building also reduces the use of energy by employing natural daylighting, ventilation, carefully calibrated heating and lighting systems, and waterless and low-flow bathroom fixtures. Extensive sitework involved turning a paved parking lot into a combination play area and school parking reducing the paved area by half, restoring grass and trees, and utilizing natural drainage through an underground stormwater infiltration system.

 

SEPTEMBER 1, 2006 – BOWDOIN COMPLETES EZ STORAGE WITH ADD INC.

Newton, MA - Bowdoin recently completed the EZ storage facility at 300 Needham Street in Newton.  Working in conjunction with 300 Needham Street LLC as their construction management representative, Bowdoin monitored all construction for this new 221,000 s.f. storage facility and retail development. Bowdoin coordinated with 300 Needham Street LLC and their architect, ADD Inc., throughout the design phase, and provided on-site supervision and scheduling coordination throughout construction. The recently completed facility includes a 190,000 s.f. storage facility constructed of light gage framing over three stories, as well as 31,000 s.f. of retail space with high visibility at this busy Needham Street intersection.

 

AUGUST 25, 2006 - BOWDOIN COMPLETED BABSON COLLEGE, KNIGHT AUDITORIUM

Wellesley, MA - Bowdoin recently completed renovations and upgrades to an existing 12,000 s.f. auditorium facility on Babson College’s Wellesley Campus. The project involved upgrading the fire suppression and alarm systems, new mechanical systems, removal and replacement of the auditorium’s wood flooring and extensive cosmetic upgrades.

 

JUNE 17, 2006  – BOWDOIN AND PAYETTE BREAK GROUND FOR GORDON COLLEGE'S KEN OLSEN SCIENCE CENTER

Wenham, MA - Bowdoin recently broke ground for the construction of this 82,000 s.f. state-of-the-art science center, named in honor of the founder of Digital Equipment Corporation, on the campus of Gordon College. The new facility, designed by Payette Associates, is being constructed of structural steel, a brick and precast concrete facade and standing seam metal panel roof. The facility will feature numerous wet and dry labs, classrooms, faculty offices, a 400-seat auditorium, a case study/lecture hall and a main lobby with museum quality displays. The entire building will be fitted with the latest technology and equipment for instruction and research in the various science disciplines.

 

JUNE 16 & 17, 2006  – BOWDOIN SUPPORTS AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S WALK FOR LIFE

Arlington, MA - Bowdoin Construction recently sponsored the St. Agnes Striders in the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life.  The event took place on June 16th and 17th at the Arlington High School track & field.

Pictured are cancer survivors participating in the 2006 Survivor’s Lap.  This emotion-filled portion of the relay heads up the event.  Tents are pitched and the music begins as team members take to the field, walking in relay style for a total of 24 hours.  Despite the 90+ degree weather and the mosquitoes, the St. Agnes Striders were able to see it through.

Bowdoin has been supporting this event for the past three years, and this year helped the team raise over $5,000.

 

 

MAY 8, 2006 - BOWDOIN CELEBRATES THE GRAND OPENING OF THE HILTON GARDEN INN

Plymouth, MA - Bowdoin recently completed the construction of this new 130 room Hilton Garden Inn in Plymouth, Massachusetts for Linchris Hotel Corp. The 78,000 s.f. 5-story hotel, designed by Group One Partners, Inc., was constructed of concrete block and precast plank, structural steel, standing seam metal roof, and an EIFS, brick and cementicious siding facade. The building features 130 guest rooms, an indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness area, restaurant with professional kitchen, conference rooms, and a lounge area with fireplace.

APRIL 17, 2006 - BOWDOIN COMPLETED DICK'S SPORTING GOODS AT BUCKLAND HILLS MALL

Manchester, CT - Bowdoin recently completed the construction of this 90,000 s.f. steel frame and masonry, two story Dick's Sporting Goods Superstore. The store features large brick columns at the entryway and utilizes a variety of flooring and wall finish materials for the various departments.

MARCH 20, 2006 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES WEST SUBURBAN EYE SURGERY CENTER

Waltham, MA - Bowdoin Construction recently completed the build-out of this 15,000 s.f eye surgery center in Waltham, Massachusetts. The project, designed by Hardaway Associates, involved the demolition of the existing tenant space and the fitout of new operating rooms, recovery rooms, sterilization rooms, medical staff offices and reception areas.

The project also features video monitoring systems in all of the operating rooms which are linked to the conference room and lunch room in order to allow for evaluations and tutorials of actual surgeries in progress.

FEBRUARY 21, 2006 - BOWDOIN COMPLETES SCHWAN FOODS CUSTOMER OPERATIONS CENTER

Sutton, MA - Bowdoin recently completed the construction of the New England Customer Operations Center for The Schwan Food Company, Inc. in Sutton, Massachusetts. The new 20,000 s.f. building, designed by HGA Architects, includes 4,000 s.f. of office space, 12,000 s.f. of -20°F cold storage for frozen food distribution, a 3,000 s.f. temperature controlled 0°F loading dock and 1,000 s.f. of dry storage. The building was constructed of structural steel with a manufactured metal panel, brick and Arriscraft Stone exterior; and required sophisticated mechanical and plumbing systems.

   

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