News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: December 16, 2016
Callahan Construction Managers recognized by ABC Mass. for Excellence in Construction
Kensington, NH The Massachusetts Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors honored Callahan Construction Managers with the Eagle, Green and Safety Awards at the 24th annual Excellence in Construction Awards for their outstanding work on the Alnoba retreat destination.
Over 200 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 award winner selected for their high standards of craftsmanship, safety and quality that results from capitalizing on the talents of merit shop workers and the efficiency of the merit shop approach.
“Our companies are committed to providing the highest quality of work in a safe and efficient manner,” said ABC Mass. president Greg Beeman. “Tonight is a great night to recognize their achievements and celebrate the merit shop construction industry as a whole.”
The Safety Excellence award recognizes a project’s exceptional achievements in jobsite safety, the Building Green Award recognizes significant achievements in green construction that have enhanced the sustainability of the built environment and the Eagle Award recognizes overall excellence in project execution, craftsmanship, safety, innovative elements and challenges, and client satisfaction. Callahan took home the Safety, Green and Eagle Award, representing the pinnacle of achievement, for its work on Alnoba, a 13,920 s/f retreat destination for individuals, groups and organizations that combines historic New England craftsmanship with state-of-the-art energy efficiency. It is the first building of its kind in New England to earn “Passive House” certification for energy efficiency. The project incorporated reclaimed timber frames from the early 1900s and those that were designed based on traditional timber framing that was common in early 19th century New England.
“It is a true honor to receive recognition from ABC Mass. for this unique project,” said Patrick Callahan, president of Callahan C.M. “These awards further reinforce our ongoing mission to work in true partnership with our clients to deliver the finest quality construction and related services safely, professionally, and with commitment to transparency.”
Shown (from left) are: Patrick Callahan, Callahan Construction Managers; Kurt Therrien, Kensington Investment Co.; Steve Callahan, Jr., Callahan Construction Managers; Patrick Deneen, Callahan Construction Managers; Kenny Whyte, Callahan Construction Managers; Chad Griller, Callahan Construction Managers; and Fernando Rodrigues, Callahan Construction Managers.
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