Cameron Feeley Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight

September 2025

Cameron Feeley, one of Northstar’s owner’s project managers, was recently featured in the Women in Commercial Real Estate issue of the New England Real Estate Journal.

In the article, Cameron shares her perspectives on her most rewarding project, what drew her to commercial real estate, what challenge she faced early in her career, and the advice she would give to a woman considering a career in commercial real estate.

What has been the most rewarding project or deal you’ve worked on in your career, and why?

I am currently working on a 276-unit ground-up apartment building for Harvard University Housing, targeting Passive House (PHIUS) and Living Building Challenge Core (Living Future) certifications. Being involved from planning through construction has been incredibly rewarding as I watch innovative sustainability strategies move from concept to reality. Seeing the design team collaborate to problem solve and achieve ambitious goals and now watching those decisions take shape makes this project meaningful. With these sustainability practices in place, the building will use less energy and provide a more comfortable living environment for future residents. This work supports Harvard’s long-term commitment to creating high-performance, resilient buildings for the campus community.

What drew you to commercial real estate, and what keeps you passionate?

I was drawn to commercial real estate because of the tangible impact projects have on communities. As an owner’s project manager, I enjoy guiding projects from concept to completion while balancing budgets, schedules, and design goals. Every day brings new challenges that require problem-solving and adaptability. No two projects are alike, which keeps me learning and engaged. Seeing a team come together to deliver exceptional results is what makes this work so rewarding.

What’s a challenge you faced early in your career, and how did you overcome it?

When I started in the commercial real estate industry, my biggest challenge was having the confidence to speak up and lead in large project meetings with experienced team members. To overcome this, I focused on thorough preparation, ensuring I had a deep understanding of the topic and anticipated potential questions. I also prepared my own questions to drive meaningful discussion. By observing senior leaders and adapting and applying their strategies to become my own, I gradually grew into a confident and effective leader.

What advice would you give to a woman considering a career in commercial real estate?

Commercial real estate offers endless opportunities to lead and solve problems. As a woman, your perspective is invaluable, so do not hesitate to share your ideas. Seek out mentors who can guide you and advocate for your growth, as they are an incredible resource in shaping your career. The relationships you build early on will continue to support you as you grow in the industry. Confidence and curiosity will take you far, and seeing how your work directly shapes communities makes the experience both motivating and rewarding.

Cameron has over four years of industry experience in project management and structural design. She specializes in occupied residential renovations with a focus on sustainability, security upgrades, and façade restorations. Additionally, she has supported construction oversight of an R&D build out and supported real estate studies to address future lab growth requirements. Cameron holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering with a minor in Business Administration. Cameron has experience supporting residential, transportation, R&D, and commercial real estate clients.

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