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June 2010
A.J. Martini's CEO, Peter Martini, standing on the roof of the new Union College Wold Science & Engineering Center overlooking Nott Memorial that was restored by the firm in 1995.
Client: Union College, Schenectady, NY
Architect: Einhorn, Yaffee, Prescott Architecture &
Engineering, Albany NY
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New Wold Science and Engineering Center at Union College 60% Complete
Our NY team continues to remain ahead of schedule on the $15,000,000 Wold Science and Engineering Building at Union College in Schenectady, NY.
The project billings hit the $10,000,000 mark as of 6/30/10 which is about $1,000,000 ahead of our billing estimates. This translates to about one month ahead of schedule.
The school is well on its way to beginning their furniture, lab equipment, and computer systems installations with plans to be complete around Christmas.
The team of Ed Whelan, Tyler Abreau, Paul Ducharme, Paul's dog Albert, Peter Martini, Pat LeBlanc and Denis Cloutier plan a final holiday celebration at their rented house (Think Will Ferrell and "Old School") near the campus to celebrate their great accomplishment.
The next milestone will be the completion of the exterior insulated finish system, windows and curtainwall. Intensive lab work will begin soon after.
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Boomerang!
A.J. Martini, Inc. welcomes back former employees Hank Clark, Phil Balboni, Ed Corey and Mike Muse. The returning employees will fill positions created by new work at the Winchester Hospital Cancer Care Center at 620 Washington Street in Winchester, MA, the Wold Science and Engineering Center at Union College in Schenectady, NY and Ibex retail store in Boston, MA.
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Hank Clark
Project Engineer
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Phil Balboni
Project Manager
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Ed Corey
Superintendent
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Mike Muse
Senior Estimator
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May 2010
Martini's Open House Celebration Draws Nearly 300 Guests
A.J. Martini, Inc. of Winchester, MA recently welcomed over 300 guests at an Open House to celebrate the completion of their office renovations. Guests at the event included an impressive turnout of representatives from across the architecture/engineering/construction (A/E/C) industry as well as alumni employees, neighboring businesses and friends of the firm. Martini’s corporate headquarters is home to 22 guest architects, engineers and small business owners who also attended the event. Attendees enjoyed dry Martinis and hot dogs.
Hit by the March floods, Martini’s corporate offices were inundated with 22” of flood water. The 6-week renovation included replacing office drywall, work stations, flooring and office equipment. The kitchen was also damaged beyond repair and replaced.
The floor plan for the Silver LEED certified office space as originally designed by CBT/Childs Bertman Tseckares Architects remains unchanged but the entire space received a fresh look. Taking advantage of the opportunity provided by the untimely flood, the company elected to update the finishes and decor with design consulting by Deanne McGuiness Interiors. The 20,000 square foot renovation was completed in record time thanks to the incredible response and support from Martini’s subcontractors.
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Phil Balboni
Senior Project Manager
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July 2010
Phil Balboni, senior project manager, was a guest lecturer at the Professional Practice class for Interior Design at Wentworth Institute of Techology on July 14. Phil, a graduate of Wentworth Institute, took the class of seniors through a typical day on the construction site emphasizing the importance of strong relationships, good communication between team members and the value of each team member's role.
Herb Fremin, coordinator at Wentworth Institute for the Interior Design program, felt that it was valuable to have an alumni of the school participate as the guest lecturer. Herb complimented Phil, "Your status as a Wentworth graduate also is significant in illustrating the value of the Institute's academic programs. Your success is indicative that they too can achieve their professional goals".
Phil Balboni has a long history with the Institute. Not only is Phil a graduate, but his mother was also a graduate and both his father and grandfather were professors at Wentworth. Perhaps the school will build a wing in their honor!
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December 2009
Boston Collegiate Charter School Science Lab
Martini completed the renovation of a science laboratory adding new state-of-the-art lab stations, benches and storage for the Boston Collegiate Charter School. The project was completed on a design/build basis with architect Jansen Chang Architectural Design.
Client: Boston Collegiate Charter School, Boston, MA
Architect: Jansen Chang Architectural Design, Winchester, MA
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January 2009
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and New Hampshire Oncology-Hematology, Londonderry NH
Martini Northern recently completed the construction of a 25,500 square foot adult cancer care clinic for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and New Hampshire Oncology-Hematology, P.A. at the Elliot Medical Center in Londonderry, NH.
Architect: Cube 3 Studio, Lawrence, MA
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Benjamin T. McConchie LEED AP
Estimator
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December 2008
Benjamin T. McConchie is a LEED Accredited Professional
We are pleased to announce that Ben McConchie has passed the USGBC LEED exam and is now a LEED accredited professional.
Ben joined the estimating team at Martini in 2005 after completing two co-op programs while attending Wentworth Institute of Technology.
With a degree in architectural engineering and an eye for the importance of detail and precision, Ben has become an invaluable asset to the estimating team at Martini.
He is an active member of the Young Contractors Council's (YCC) Executive Committee.? The YCC, a subgroup within the AGC of Massachusetts, was formed to develop future leaders and foster camaraderie among AGC member firms whose personnel are under 40.
Congratulations Ben!
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Tyler Abreau LEED AP
Assistant Project Manager
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December 2008
Tyler Abreau is a LEED Accredited Professional
We are thrilled to announce that Tyler Abreau has passed the USGBC LEED exam and is now a LEED accredited professional.
After graduating with a bachelor's degree in Architectural Engineering Technology at Wentworth Institute of technology, Tyler joined A.J. Martini 2007 as an assistant project manager.
Tyler has been working with the Martini project management team?on several challenging projects over the past year, and was most recently instrumental in the successful completion of the Winchester Mount Vernon House, and assisted living facility in Winchester MA.
He is an active member of the Construction Administration Roundtable at the BSA (Boston Society of Architects) and holds a Massachusetts Construction Supervisor License.
Congratulations Tyler!
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Gerald E. Parent LEED AP
Director of MEP &
Tel/Data Coordination
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December 2008
Gerald E. Parent is a LEED Accredited Professional
We are excited to announce that Gerry Parent, Director of MEP & Tel/Data Coordination for A.J. Martini has passed the LEED exam and become a LEED accredited professional.
Gerry's career in the field of mechanical construction spans over thirty years, including positions as an owner, operations manager, estimator and project manager.
His contribution to streamlining the building process through anticipation of MEP issues has been praised by owners, architects and the subcontracting community. Gerry's expedient solutions save both time and money and often help preserve important programming.
Congratulations Gerry!
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November 2008
One Shining Night
The annual Winchester Hospital Gala was held on Saturday, November 15, at the InterContinental Hotel in Boston.
A.J. Martini was a major sponsor and Paul and Nancy Martini served as co-chairs. Over 600 guests attended and proceeds from the event will support the new Cancer Care Center at Winchester Hospital.
Left-to-right;Paul Martini, event co-chair, Nancy Martini event co-chair
Dale Lodge, president of Winchester Hospital, Paul Andrews, Chairman
of the Board, Winchester Hospital, Brenda Travaglini event co-chair,
Michael Travaglini event co-chair
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Left-to-right; Paul Martini, Nancy Martini, Alice Fuller, Dr. Arlan Fuller
Left-to-right; Bill Aalerud, Sue Aalerud, Matt Martin, Katie Martin, Patti LaPointe, John LaPointe.
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Left-to-right; Peter Martini, CEO, A.J. Martini, Paul J. Martini, Chairman,
A.J. Martini, Catherine Jackson, Executive Director, Mount Vernon House, Charles Tseckares, Principal, CBT Architects, Bill Aalerud,
President, A.J. Martini, F. Brooks Cowgill, President of the Board,
Mount Vernon House
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June 2008
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Celebrates
Mount Vernon House Expansion
The newly expanded facility was unveiled to a crowd of more than 100, following a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 26.
Martini completed the expansion of the assisted living facility which serves Winchester seniors.
The exquisitely renovated facility includes 17 expanded units, a new family room, community kitchen, dining room, library, wellness center and exercise room.
Client: Mount Vernon House, Winchester MA
Architect: CBT Architects, Boston MA
Left-to-right; Peter Martini, CEO, A.J. Martini, Richard Sayre, Watch Hill Company, Catherine Jackson, Executive Director, Mount Vernon House, F. Brooks Cowgill, President of the Board, Mount Vernon House, Charles Tseckares, Principal, CBT Architects
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