News: Northern New England
Posted: December 8, 2023
Metro Walls receives multiple Excellence in Construction Awards
Manchester, NH Metro Walls was recognized by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) of New Hampshire/Vermont and Massachusetts chapters at their Excellence in Construction Awards with multiple awards.
Metro Walls received an Excellence Award in the Specialty Contractor - Exterior category for their role in the completion of Salem Heights in Salem, Mass. Their logistical coordination around the installation of the specialty 5-in-1 Composite Panel ArmorWall System, tiered interior renovation plan to accommodate the building’s occupants, and safety precautions and programs played a role in the success of this project. Their dedication to safety, customer satisfaction, and workmanship is evident through the work provided on this project. This 265,000 s/f complex is comprised of 283 units across two high-rise buildings, 15 new ADA compliant apartments, and an upgraded amenity space for current and future residents.
Metro Walls was also awarded the Excellence in Construction Merit Award in the Specialty Contractor – Interiors category for their role in the Southbridge Mills project, located in Southbridge, Mass. Metro Walls’ ability to quickly adapt to unforeseen circumstances, their experience of working through challenges that old mill buildings bring, and their strategic approach to pre-planning contributed to the overall completion of this affordable housing apartment complex. Originally built in 1888, this three-story, 70,000 s/f building will now offer residents of the city affordable housing with modern amenity space, a fitness area, and 48 upgraded units.
“We are extremely honored to be recognized by both ABC NH/VT and ABC Massachusetts for our team’s role in the completion of these two outstanding projects,” said president of Metro Walls, Bryan Hussey. “We are grateful for the opportunity to continue to partner with some of the best industry contractors, and we are very proud to be among the list of contractors recognized for their remarkable accomplishments. Congratulations to all the honorees of this year’s Excellence in Construction Awards.”
The NH/VT and MA award receptions were held on October 26, 2023, at the DoubleTree in Manchester, and November 2, 2023, at the Four Points Sheraton in Norwood, respectively.
The Excellence in Construction Awards (EIC) honors contractors for their complex, innovative, and high-quality construction projects measured by criteria including safety, complexity, attractiveness, challenges overcome, cost, and completion time. The EIC awards recognize all members of the construction team, and the winning projects are selected by a panel of judges made up of industry experts.
Metro Walls, a 100% employee-owned company, is a leading commercial wall & ceiling contractor in New England specializing in metal stud framing, drywall installation and finishing, and acoustical ceilings.
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