Northstar News

Chris Packard Featured in NEREJ’s Ones To Watch – Industry Leaders Spotlight

December 2024

Our higher education leader, Chris Packard, was featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Ones To Watch – Industry Leaders Spotlight issue.

Below is the excerpt from what Chris had to say about what accomplishment he is most proud of. 

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Janet Named Professional Women in Construction Volunteer of the Year: Celebrating Her Commitment to Advancing Opportunities in the A/E/C Industry

November 2024

Since 2021, Janet has been a passionate advocate dedicated to advancing underserved students through her work with the Professional Women in Construction (PWC) Boston Chapter’s Outreach and Scholarship Committee. Her dedication to creating opportunities and fostering industry engagement has made a significant impact on aspiring architecture, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) students.

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Northstar Celebrates a Decade of Excellence: Honoring Andy Touchette’s 10th Anniversary

October 2024

Northstar proudly celebrates Andy Touchette’s 10th anniversary.

Since joining Northstar, Andy has become a key part of what makes Northstar special, bringing together his impressive skills and dedication in a way that truly stands out. READ MORE

Denise Pied Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight

October 2024

Northstar’s Denise Pied was recently featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Women of CRE  issue. 

Below is an excerpt from what she said about the project and accomplishment she is most proud of and what advice she would give young women aspiring to enter commercial real estate.  

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A Conversation with our Intern, Camila Cortes: Her View from the Construction Site

September 2024

Northstar, is committed to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of talent with a passion for pursuing careers in project management. As part of our internship/co-op program, we collaborate with institutions such as CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training), Northeastern University, and Wentworth Institute of Technology, to identify exceptional candidates.

We had the pleasure of introducing Camila Cortes to our team for the past three months. Camila joined us through the CREST (Commercial Real Estate Training) program and is finishing her MBA at Babson College. She has a degree in Architecture with a minor in Business Administration from Bogota, Colombia. We took the opportunity to sit down with Camila to gain insights into her experience as a part of our Northstar team throughout her internship.

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From Groundbreaking Projects to Community Leadership: Celebrating Lisa’s 10 Years with Northstar

September 2024

Northstar proudly celebrates Lisa Bagshaw’s 10th anniversary.

Lisa, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience, has been part of Northstar’s success over the past decade. As an owner’s project manager (OPM), she has been involved in many projects, including tenant interiors, new construction, and renovations. Her expertise and strategic vision have been instrumental in delivering complex projects that meet client expectations and industry standards.

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Northstar Announces Promotions to Project Manager

August 2024

Northstar is proud to announce the promotions of Katie Eichel, Kamal Sheik, and Danica Woo to Project Manager.

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Celebrating a Decade of Excellence: Natasha’s Journey with Northstar

July 2024

Natasha Marcuard’s journey with Northstar exemplifies her dedication, leadership, and passion for her owner’s project management profession and community. As we celebrate her 10th anniversary with the company, we reflect on her remarkable achievements and her enduring impact on Northstar and beyond.

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A Conversation with our Intern, Pratiksha Gade: Her View from the Construction Site

July 2024

Northstar is committed to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of talent with a passion for pursuing careers in project management. As part of our internship/co-op program, we collaborate with institutions such as Northeastern University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, and CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training) to identify exceptional candidates.

We had the pleasure of welcoming Pratiksha Gade to our team for the past six months. Pratiksha recently graduated from Northeastern University with a Master’s degree in Project Management, specializing in Construction Management. During her time with us, she supported pre-construction market readiness assessments, punch list administration, and document management activities for life science projects with BioMed Realty, Sanofi, and Takeda Pharmaceutical, as well as Harvard University Housing’s portfolio. She was actively involved in the development of Assembly Innovation Park, attending weekly OAC and coordination meetings with the team, assisting with schedule reviews, and reviewing garage wayfinding installations and closeout documentation.

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Peter Arsenault Named a Rising Star

July 2024

Northstar’s Peter Arsenault was recently featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Rising Stars Ones to Watch issue. 

Below is an excerpt from what he said about the accomplishment he is most proud of, the key people in his life who have contributed to his success, and what our president, Kirstin Brown, had to say about Peter.

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Kirstin Brown Among Recipients of CoreNet Global New England’s 2023 Awards of Excellence

June 2024

We are excited to announce that Kirstin Brown received the Americas Service Provider Leadership Award at CoreNet Global – New England Chapter’s annual awards celebration.

The Service Provider Leadership Award recognizes a member of North America CoreNet Global NE who contributes significantly to the success of the corporate real estate industry, their department, team, client’s company, or real estate organization. Kirstin exemplifies this through her exceptional commitment to excellence and leadership.

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Chris Guilmet Selected as a Connect CRE Next Generation Award Winner

June 2024

In the fast-paced world of the life sciences and pharmaceuticals industry, delivering complex projects on time and within budget is critical. Chris, a Senior Project Manager at Northstar, exemplifies the skills, dedication, and leadership required to excel in managing complex projects. With a role overseeing over 900,000 square feet of projects, Chris’s expertise ensures seamless coordination from design to closeout, encompassing everything from MEP installations to new lab fit-outs. His commitment to delivering successful and predictable outcomes makes him an invaluable asset to Northstar and its clients.

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Northstar Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity for Build Day

May 2024

At Northstar, we’re no strangers to construction sites—but this time, we traded our usual owner’s project management roles for hammers, drills, and tape measures.

On a cool May morning, Team Northstar partnered with Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston for a Build Day in Malden. This hands-on experience was a great opportunity for our team to contribute to the construction of a home for a family in need.

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Spotlight on Pat Burns and Nick Dunn 

April 2024

Northstar is proud to spotlight two of its key project managers, Pat Burns and Nick Dunn.

Pat has over 35 years of experience in the industry, bringing with him a unique perspective that has been honed through decades of work in the utility sector. His journey reflects a commitment to excellence and innovation.

Meanwhile, Nick represents the next generation of talent with four years of experience. He is driven by the pursuit of knowledge and collaboration, a core value of Northstar. Together, Pat and Nick embody the culture of Northstar and the Northstar Way, where every project is driven by talented owner’s project managers with an unwavering dedication.

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The Men of Northstar: Charting Their Course Over the Next One to Three Years

April 2024

After the inspiring words by Northstar’s women during the annual Women in Construction Week celebration, we turned our attention to acknowledging the equally significant contributions of the men within our company. We asked them to share their goals and aspirations for the next one to three years to celebrate their vision for personal and professional growth.

From advancing their knowledge about sustainability to building relationships to mentoring our younger members of the team, their dedication to personal and professional excellence shines through. With an unwavering commitment to embodying the values of the Northstar Way, our team is ready to continue shaping the future of being an owner’s project manager with their expertise and unwavering determination.

Join us as we explore the professional aspirations of Northstar’s men for the upcoming one to three years and learn their strategies for accomplishing their goals. 

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Lisa Bagshaw and Danica Woo Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Construction Spotlight

March 2024

Lisa Bagshaw and Danica Woo, two of Northstar’s talented project managers, were recently highlighted in the Women in Construction Spotlight issue of the New England Real Estate Journal.

Below are snippets of their perspectives on what has been the driving force behind their success, a standout project from the past year and who inspired them to pursue a careers in the A/E/C industry.

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How being a female Owner’s Project Manager has evolved over time and aspirations for the future of the industry

March 2024

As Women in Construction Week draws to a close, we spotlight Lisa Bagshaw, Natasha Marcuard, and Danica Woo, three professionals shaping the construction industry.

Their stories highlight their goals and achievements and signify the shift towards inclusivity and opportunity for women in owner’s project management (OPM) and the construction industry.

As we celebrate their accomplishments, we recognize their role in reshaping the industry’s landscape and paving the way for future generations of female leaders.

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Celebrating The Women of Northstar during Women in Construction Week

March 2024

As we celebrate Women in Construction Week, we are shining a spotlight on the women of Northstar. Celebrated annually, Women in Construction Week champions the vital role women play in shaping the industry’s culture and future. 

This year’s theme is ‘Keys to the Future’, which celebrates the strength and knowledge that women bring to our firm, and the construction industry. At Northstar, our dedicated women comprise nearly 40% of our team with expertise across all levels of project management overseeing more than $3.0B in construction. Their diverse backgrounds enable them to drive growth in the industry and within our company by bringing unique strengths and skills to solve problems and develop solutions.

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Northstar Celebrates Gary Pelletier’s 5-Year Anniversary

February 2024

Please join us in congratulating Gary Pelletier on five years with Northstar!

Gary is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in corporate design and construction project management, with expertise in managing feasibility studies, design development, implementation, and oversight of RFP and contracting processes. His career is marked by a track record of successfully managing projects ranging up to $1.3 billion, coupled with a commitment to collaboration and client engagement.

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Northstar Announces Promotions

January 2024

Northstar is proud to announce the promotions of Nicholas Dunn, Chris Guilmet, Jim Hogan, and Andy Touchette. 

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Northstar Announces Executive Leadership Change – Kirstin Brown Named New President

January 2024

Tom Fanning will continue to provide leadership and guidance to the management team and work full time servicing his clients

Northstar, a real estate services firm providing project management and development management services, announced a strategic leadership transition. Tom Fanning, a co-founder and President of Northstar since its establishment in 2010, is stepping down from his role as President. In alignment with the company’s succession plan, Tom will transition into a pivotal role, providing leadership and guidance to the management team and working with clients on ongoing and future projects.  

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Northstar Celebrates Katherine Kenney’s 5-Year Anniversary

January 2024

Please join us in congratulating Katherine Kenney on five years with Northstar!

Katherine has over eight years of experience in the real estate industry, specializing in development and tenant improvement. Her expertise encompasses diverse lab projects, such as automated labs, bio labs, chem labs, and vivariums, along with office projects spanning from 10,000 to 1.1 million square feet. Currently, Katherine is working on the Boston Children’s Hospital account, overseeing the tenant improvement of their latest acquisition for research at 421 Park Drive.

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Northstar Reflects on a Great 2023: A Year in Pictures 

January 2024

As we usher in the new year, Northstar is thrilled to share a glimpse into the journey our team had in 2023.
 

From memorable team moments – skiing, rowing on the Charles, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, celebrating our 13th year in business, to groundbreaking client achievements – topping off at Assembly Innovation Park and 599 Somerville, breaking ground at Werfen’s Bedford campus and celebrating the installation of 3,260 locks that were replaced for Harvard University Housing over seven years, our video encapsulates the essence of our collective efforts, fun, and shared success. Each picture tells a unique story of dedication, hard work, and the strides we’ve made together as a team.

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Jason Atwood Featured in NEREJ’s 2023 Year in Review Issue

January 2024

Northstar’s Jason Atwood reflects on the year in the New England Real Estate Journal’s 2023 Year in Review issue. 

Below is an excerpt from what he had to say about the market trend that had the greatest impact on our industry this year, his greatest professional accomplishment/most notable project and how his career path changed in 2023.

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A conversation with our Intern, Gene Mongan: His View from the Construction Site

December 2023

Northstar is committed to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of talent with a passion for pursuing careers in project management. As part of our internship/co-op program, we collaborate with institutions such as Northeastern University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, and CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training) to identify exceptional candidates.

We had the pleasure of introducing Gene Mongan to our team for the past six months. Gene joined us from Northeastern University, where he recently graduated with a degree in Architecture with a minor in Business Administration. Gene began his graduate degree studies in Architecture this fall. We took the opportunity to sit down with Gene to gain insights into his experience as a part of our Northstar team throughout his internship.

 

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Northstar Celebrates Pat Burns’ 5-Year Anniversary

December 2023

Please join us in congratulating Pat Burns on five years with Northstar!

Pat is a seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience in project management, facility-related operations, and maintenance. His expertise spans various aspects of project management, including tenant fitouts, permitting, core and shell, and cost analysis. Currently, he works on the Sanofi account and a prominent wealth management company. 

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John Townsend Featured in NEREJ’s Ones To Watch – Industry Leaders Spotlight

November 2023

Our life science leader, John Townsend, was featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Ones To Watch – Industry Leaders Spotlight issue.

Below is the excerpt from what he had to say about what accomplishment he is most proud of. 

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Northstar Volunteering for Habitat for Humanity Build Day

November 2023

Team Northstar may be well-versed in navigating construction sites, but our role doesn’t usually involve wielding a hammer, using a saw, or measuring and doing the actual building.

On a cool fall morning, members of the Northstar team had the opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston.

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Northstar Celebrates Jerry Bosch’s 5-Year Anniversary

October 2023

Please join us in congratulating Jerry Bosch on five years with Northstar!

Jerry is an integral part of the Harvard University account team, where he serves as the field operations coordinator. In this capacity, he oversees a multitude of renovation and new construction projects. His extensive experience in the construction field, spanning over 40 years, has provided him an impressive resume of experience.

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Ipsitha Bayapu Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight

September 2023

Our talented project manager, Ipsitha Bayapu, was featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight issue.

Below is the excerpt of what she had to say about the project and accomplishment she is most proud of, what important factors women in the industry should consider when choosing a firm to build your career with and what inspires her most. 

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Navigating Logistical Challenges in Occupied Lab Construction

September 2023

Construction in occupied labs poses unique challenges for active lab users and construction teams. Coordinating access and maintaining operations can be challenging, but Northstar’s experienced teams have found strategic solutions that alleviate the impact on both teams.

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A conversation with our CREST Intern, Olivia Pedro: Her View from the Construction Site

August 2023

Northstar is committed to mentoring and nurturing the next generation of talent with a passion for pursuing careers in project management. As part of our internship/co-op program, we collaborate with institutions such as Northeastern University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, and CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training) to identify exceptional candidates.

During the summer, we had the pleasure of introducing Olivia Pedro to our team. Currently in her senior year and pursuing a major in management at Bentley University, Olivia joined Northstar through the CREST program. We took the opportunity to sit down with Olivia and gain insights into her experience as a part of our Northstar team throughout the summer.

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Jim Hogan Named a Rising Star

May 2023

Northstar’s Jim Hogan was recently featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Rising Stars Ones to Watch issue. 

Below is an excerpt from what he had to say about the accomplishment he is most proud of and what his mentor, Lee Burneson, had to say about Jim. 

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Northstar Celebrates its 100th Business Development Meeting

May 2023

At the inception of Northstar, the partnership knew there was a direct connection between its employees’ knowledge of the Greater Boston real estate market and their ability to develop their own personal brands with the firm’s overall success.

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A conversation with our Intern, Alexander Bormel: His View from the Construction Site

May 2023

Northstar believes in mentoring and fostering the next generation of talent who are interested in a career in the project management field. As part of our intern/co-op program, we partner with Northeastern University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, and CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training), to identify candidates.

In this session, we welcomed Alexander (Alex) Bormel, a junior studying construction management and commercial real estate. We sat down with Alex to get his take on what he has been up to working with our Northstar team.  READ MORE

Northstar Celebrates Jason Atwood’s 10th Anniversary

May 2023

Please join us in congratulating Jason Atwood on ten years with Northstar!

Jason has steadily advanced in his career since joining the firm ten years ago. Starting as an Assistant Project Manager, he is now a Vice President and shareholder in the firm.

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Andy Touchette Promoted to Shareholder

April 2023

Northstar is pleased to announce the promotion of Andy Touchette to shareholder. 

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Janet Tse and Katherine Kenney Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Construction Spotlight

March 2023

Two of Northstar’s talented project managers, Janet Tse and Katherine Kenney, were recently featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Women in Construction Spotlight issue.

Below are the excerpts from what they had to say about their most notable project in the last 12 months and what made them interested in seeking a career in the A/E/C industry.

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How I Became an Owner’s Project Manager and What I Love About it

March 2023

Northstar is celebrating our talented female leaders during Women in Construction Week (WIC). This year’s theme is ‘Many Paths, One Mission,’ which celebrates the many paths women have taken to work in the construction industry.

We talked with three women at various stages of their career about how they arrived at being an Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) and what they love about it.

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The Women of Northstar

March 2023

The women of Northstar play a critical role in our firm, representing close to 40% of the firm in every level of project management overseeing more than $3.0B of construction.

Their diverse backgrounds enable them to drive growth in the industry and within our company by bringing unique strengths and skills to solve problems and develop solutions in the project management role. 

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Kirstin Brown Named an Outstanding Woman of Commercial Real Estate

February 2023

Northstar is pleased to announce that Kirstin Brown has been named one of Boston Real Estate Times’ Outstanding Women of Commercial Real Estate 2023.

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Kendall/MIT MBTA Station Opens to the Public

February 2023

Five years ago, Northstar was engaged to oversee the redevelopment of the Kendall/MIT MBTA Headhouse Station. The station opened to the public this past weekend.

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Northstar Announces Promotions

January 2023

Northstar is pleased to announce the promotions of Jason Atwood, Ipsitha Bayapu, Patrick Burns, Cameron Feeley, Natasha Marcuard, and Gary Pelletier. 

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Dan Govoni Featured in NEREJ’s 2022 Year in Review Issue

January 2023

Northstar’s Dan Govoni reflects on the year in the New England Real Estate Journal’s 2022 Year in Review issue. 

Below is an excerpt from what he had to say about his most notable project and what emerging trends will drive investment and development in 2023.

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Northstar Celebrates Jim Hogan’s 5th Anniversary

December 2022

Congratulations to Jim Hogan for five years at Northstar! 

A structural engineer by trade, Jim joined Northstar with an extensive background in the design and construction of commercial and residential ground up developments throughout Boston.

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Team Northstar Participates and Finishes the Spartan Race at Fenway Park

November 2022

This past weekend twelve Northstar employees had their first foray as participants in the Fenway Park Spartan Stadion 5K race. Our participation in the race was organized by Northstar’s Charitable Giving Committee with a donation going to the American Cancer Society.

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Northstar Honors Our Tom Grady and Dan Landry on Veteran’s Day

November 2022

Veteran’s Day dates to 1919 and is dedicated to honoring our nation’s military veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces. We thank our veterans, past and present, and their families for the service and sacrifice they make every day. We are indebted to you for all you have given to our great country.

We want to also thank and recognize two Northstar employees, Tom Grady and Dan Landry, veterans of the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps, respectively.

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Northstar Celebrates 12 Years

November 2022

Pop the champagne, and luck be a lady tonight!

Northstar celebrated its 12th anniversary by throwing a casino-themed bash for the team.

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Northstar Volunteering for Habitat for Humanity Build Day

November 2022

Team Northstar knows its way around a construction site, but we aren’t usually the ones swinging a hammer, pick or sledgehammer and doing the actual building.

On a warm fall morning, ten team members had the opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston, where we worked on a home as part of The First Malden Habitat Homes in Malden, Massachusetts. Our tasks on this day were assisting with framing walls for the house, setting wall panels, and grading an area to receive a garage slab.

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A conversation with our Co-op, Tamara Nikotina: Her View from the Construction Site

October 2022

Northstar believes in mentoring and fostering the next generation of talent who are interested in a career in the project management field. As part of our co-op program, we partner with Northeastern University, Wentworth Institute of Technology, and CREST (Commercial Real Estate Success Training), to identify candidates.

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Northstar Celebrates Jessy Lecaj’s 5th Anniversary

October 2022

Congratulations to Jessy Lecaj for five years at Northstar!

During her time with Northstar, Jessy has managed tenant improvement and development projects ranging in size up to 500,000 SF within the commercial, residential, higher education, utility, and non-profit sectors.

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Lisa Hamilton and Natasha Marcuard Featured in NEREJ’s Women in Commercial Real Estate

October 2022

Two of Northstar’s talented shareholders, Lisa Hamilton and Natasha Marcuard, were recently featured in the New England Real Estate Journal’s Women in Commercial Real Estate Spotlight issue.

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Kendall Square/MIT MBTA Station Entrance Gets a Major Upgrade

October 2022

Northstar was excited to partner with MIT on the unique structural design assist of a 160-foot carbon fiber canopy. READ MORE

Northstar Celebrates Justin Caron’s 10th Anniversary

September 2022

Please join us in congratulating Justin Caron on 10 years with Northstar!

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Northstar’s Harvard Team is Hard at Work

September 2022

Northstar has been successfully supporting Harvard University’s graduate housing group since Northstar’s inception, completing hundreds of capital and operational projects that have been crucial to extending the longevity of Harvard University Housing’s real estate portfolio.

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Summer Sailing Series Success

August 2022

Northstar celebrates its 11th annual Summer Sailing Series in Boston Harbor this August.

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Northstar Summer Family Extravaganza

August 2022

Northstar beat the heat at this year’s annual Family Extravaganza courtesy of a dunk tank, ice cream truck and ocean swim.  Every year we enjoy an opportunity to bring our Northstar families together.

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Please join us in congratulating Chris Packard on his 10th Anniversary at Northstar!

July 2022

As one of Northstar’s Principals, Chris has 22 years’ experience in development and project management within the commercial real estate, institutional and multifamily sectors, specializing in multifamily development.

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Major Milestone for Northstar’s Longest Serving Employee, Lee Phelps Retires

July 2022

Lee began working with Northstar’s leadership over 25 years ago and worked in the real estate industry spanning 7 decades. 

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Northstar Celebrates Dan Govoni’s 10th Anniversary

June 2022

Congratulations to Dan Govoni on his 10-year anniversary with Northstar!

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599 Somerville Breaks Ground

June 2022

Northstar Project & Real Estate is excited to commence breaking ground on the 599 Somerville Ave. Project for Rafi Properties.

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Northstar’s Competitive Edge

June 2022

Northstar’s own Cameron Feeley and Natasha Marcuard display their leadership and competitiveness in and outside the workplace.

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Jason Atwood and Natasha Marcuard Become Northstar Shareholders

May 2022

Northstar is proud to announce two new shareholders, Jason Atwood and Natasha Marcuard

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Northstar Hits the Slopes

May 2022

The Northstar Project & Real Estate Services family packed their gear and headed North to come together on the ski mountain this winter at Sunday River Resort in Newry, Maine.

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Northstar Celebrates the Opening of Sanofi’s New North American Headquarters

April 2022

Northstar is excited to celebrate the opening of Sanofi’s new North American Headquarters in Cambridge Crossing at 450 Water Street.

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Northstar Promotions

February 2022

Northstar is excited to announce the promotions of Andy Touchette, Kerry Logue, Katherine Kenney, Jessy Lecaj, Teddy Straus, and Katie Huckins!

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Equity, Inclusion and Diversity at Northstar

January 2022

Through CoreNet, Northstar was introduced to the Commercial Real Estate Success Training (CREST) Program and was fortunate to hire Brooke Dean as a 2021 summer intern.

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Northstar Celebrates the Holidays

December 2021

The Northstar Project & Real Estate Services family was thrilled to come together twice this holiday season!

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The Home for Little Wanderers Annual Gingerbread House Competition

December 2021

We are pleased to announce “Team Northstar’s North Pole” won most creative gingerbread house in The Home’s annual gingerbread decorating contest!

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Northstar Goes Over the Edge for Special Olympics MA

November 2021

Five Northstar employees got to belay 200ft. at the Over the Edge event to support Special Olympics MA!

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Harvard’s Soldiers Field Park Receives Certificate of Occupancy on Final Phase of Renovations

November 2021

Harvard’s Soldiers Field Park has received its Certificate of Occupancy on the fourth and final phase of its multi-phased renovations. 

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Northstar Volunteers at South Shore Habitat for Humanity

October 2021

Northstar Employees recently participated in a build day for South Shore Habitat for Humanity.

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Northstar Employee Update

October 2021

Team Northstar continues to grow with the recent addition of Nicholas Dunn and Cameron Feeley!

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Northstar Local Government Service

October 2021

Northstar’s staff continues to give back by serving their local communities’ government. With a wealth of expertise in the real estate industry, Northstar supports staff who want to contribute and share their knowledge with community boards and committees.

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August Anniversaries

October 2021

In August, Northstar celebrated Justin Caron’s 9 year anniversary and Jillian MacDougall’s 2 year anniversary with the company.

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Northstar’s 10th Annual Summer Sailing Series Comes to a Close

September 2021

Northstar is extremely grateful for the opportunity to partner with such engaging and supportive clients.

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Two Northstar Projects Among Recipients of CoreNet Global New England’s 2020 and 2021 Awards of Excellence

September 2021

Northstar is honored to have partnered with Akamai Technologies, on their new global headquarters in Cambridge, as well as National Grid on their new office at 2 Hanson Place in Brooklyn, NY.

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Northstar June and July 2021 Anniversaries

August 2021

In June and July Northstar celebrated Dan Govoni’s 9-year, Wanda Lee’s 6-year, Natasha Marcuard’s 7-year and Katie Huckin’s 1-year anniversary with the company.

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Soldiers Field Park Walkthrough: Phase 4 & Childcare Center

July 2021

Thank you to Jason Atwood & Lisa Bagshaw for taking Northstar employees on a walkthrough of their projects!

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Dan Govoni and Lisa Hamilton Become Northstar Shareholders

July 2021

Northstar is proud to announce two new shareholders, Dan Govoni and Lisa Hamilton.

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John Townsend Advances to Principal

July 2021

Northstar is excited to announce the advancement of John Townsend to Principal.

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Northstar Employee Update

July 2021

We are pleased to continue expanding our team at Northstar with the recent addition of Peter Arsenault and Kamaluddin Sheik!

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Takeda Unveils Newly Renovated Building at 500 Kendall Street

June 2021

Northstar is excited to announce the unveiling of Takeda’s 500 Kendall Street project at 500 Kendall Street in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

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Northstar May 2021 Anniversary

June 2021

In May Northstar celebrated Kerry Logue’s 5-year anniversary with the company.

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Northstar April Work Anniversaries

May 2021

In April Northstar celebrated the work anniversary of Jason Atwood!

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Heading Home Team Wonder Women

March 2021

Northstar’s Kirstin Brown has joined team Wonder Women to support Heading Home.

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The Skating Club of Boston Opens

March 2021

Northstar is proud to have been an integral member of a highly collaborative team that delivered The Skating Club of Boston a new, state-of-the-art, three-rink training facility and performance center.

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International Data Group’s (IDG) New Headquarters

March 2021

We are excited for the opening of International Data Group’s (IDG) new headquarters.

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Women in Construction Week – Thank You!

March 2021

Thank you for celebrating Women in Construction Week with us!

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Women in Construction Week – Recent Hires

March 2021

During Women in Construction Week we’re featuring women who recently joined Team Northstar!

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Women in Construction Week – Higher Education

March 2021

Today for Women in Construction Week we’re showcasing Northstar women in Higher Education!

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Women in Construction Week – Life Sciences

March 2021

Please join us in celebrating Women in Construction Week as we highlight Northstar women in Life Sciences

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International Women’s Day 2021

March 2021

Please join us in celebrating Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day!

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Welcome New Northstar Employees!

March 2021

Northstar is pleased to announce the addition of three new employees – Katie Huckins, Gabbi Robinson and Danica Woo

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Northstar February Work Anniversaries

March 2021

In February Northstar team members celebrated the work anniversaries of Gary Pelletier and AJ Proia.

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Harvard University’s SFP Building 2 Achieves LEED Gold Certification

February 2021

Northstar Project and Real Estate Services is pleased to announce that Harvard University Housing’s Soldiers Field Park Building 2 was recently awarded LEED Gold for Commercial Interiors by the USGBC.

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Northstar Promotions

February 2021

Northstar is excited to announce the promotion of Lisa Hamilton, Dan Govoni, Natasha Marcuard, Janet Tse, and Peimei Wang.

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LightView Achieves LEED Platinum Certification

February 2021

We would like to congratulate our partners at American Campus Communities (ACC) for the recent LEED Platinum certification of their LightView student housing complex.

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Northstar Celebrates Lee Phelps’ 10th Anniversary

February 2021

We are excited to announce the 10th Anniversary of Northstar’s second, but most beloved hire, Lee Phelps.

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DivcoWest Celebrates the Topping Off of 350 & 450 Water Street at Cambridge Crossing

January 2021

Northstar Project and Real Estate Services congratulates DivcoWest and Sanofi North America on the topping off of our 350 & 450 Water Street projects.

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Northstar Employee Update

December 2020

We are pleased to continue expanding our team at Northstar with the recent addition of Lou Cicchese!

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Northstar Celebrates 10 Years

December 2020

Northstar is proud to have recently celebrated its 10th anniversary!

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Akamai HQ Awarded ENR’s 2020 Best Office/Retail/Mixed-Use

August 2020

Northstar would like to congratulate to Akamai for the continued recognition of their new Kendall Square headquarters!

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Northstar Employee Update

August 2020

 We are pleased to continue expanding our team at Northstar with the recent additions of Ipsitha Bayapu and AJ Proia! READ MORE

Jason Atwood completes CoreNet’s Leadership 2.0 Program

March 2020

Congratulations to Northstar’s Jason Atwood on recently completing CoreNet’s Leadership 2.0 program!

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Northstar Ski Trip 2020

March 2020

Team Northstar recently enjoyed the annual company ski trip! 

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Northstar Promotions

February 2020

Northstar is pleased to announce the recent promotions. Congratulations  to Jason Atwood, Jim Hogan and Jessy Lecaj!

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Sanofi Genzyme’s 50 Binney Street recognized as ENR New England’s 2019 Best Interior/Tenant Improvement

January 2020

Congratulations to Sanofi and the 50 Binney team for being named ENR New England’s 2019 Best Interior/Tenant Improvement!

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Akamai Featured as NEREJ’s Project of the Month

December 2019

Akamai’s new HQ in Kendall Square continues to gain recognition for its highly innovative and collaborative design.

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Northstar participates in CoreNet Leadership Programs

November 2019

Congratulations Natasha on completing the Young Leader Development Program and Jason on starting his Leadership 2.0 journey with CoreNet Global New England. 

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Akamai Opens New Global Headquarters in Kendall Square

November 2019

Congratulations to Akamai Technologies for the recent opening of their new headquarters in Kendall Square! 

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Completion of The Residence Inn by Marriott

October 2019

Congratulations to The Procaccianti Companies, Vision 3 Architects, Gilbane Building Company, and Northstar for the completion of The Residence Inn by Marriott, a 170K square-foot, 176 key hotel located in downtown Providence.

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American Campus Communities & Northeastern University Celebrate LightView Apartments Grand Opening

September 2019

American Campus Communities, Northeastern University and the City of Boston have successfully delivered Boston’s first developer led, equity-financed residence hall on Northeastern’s campus.

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Northstar Promotion – John Townsend, Associate Principal

September 2019

Northstar is excited to announce that John Townsend has been promoted to Associate Principal.

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Northstar Celebrates Another Year as one of BBJ’s 2019 Best Places to Work!

June 2019

Team Northstar had a great evening June 19th celebrating another year of recognition as one of Boston Business Journal’s Best Places to Work!

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Biopharmaceutical Research Center Achieved LEED Gold Certification

May 2019

Northstar’s recently completed project for a local biopharmaceutical company in Cambridge officially achieved Gold certification under LEED 2009 Commercial Interiors.

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37th Annual Run of the Charles

April 2019

Northstar participated in the 37th Run of the Charles: Boston’s Premier Paddling Race on April 28th 2019 and finished 6th place in the 14-mile relay race.  

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Sanofi’s Cambridge Crossing Consolidation Recognized as CBA’s 2018 Life Science Deal of the Year

April 2019

Congratulations to Sanofi, Zell Partnership and DivcoWest on their execution of the Greater Boston area’s largest lease in the past decade!

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2019 Northstar Ski Trip

March 2019

Earlier this month, Northstar embarked on the annual company ski trip at Stratton Mountain in Vermont. 

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Harvard University’s Soldier’s Field Park Building 3 Renovation Achieves LEED Gold Certification

March 2019

Northstar Project and Real Estate Services is pleased to announce that Harvard University Housing’s Soldiers Field Park Building 3 was recently awarded LEED Gold for Commercial Interiors by the USGBC.

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Northstar’s Sanofi Team and Harvard Team Expansions

January 2019

We are thrilled to announce Pat and Katherine will be joining our Sanofi team while Jerry and Teddy will be joining our Harvard team. Please join us in welcoming our new team members!

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Northstar Promotions

January 2019

Northstar is pleased to announce recent promotions!

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United Way Breakfast and Thanksgiving Project!

November 2018

In November, Team Northstar attended the United Way Real Estate and Building Industry Leadership Breakfast and volunteered at the Thanksgiving Project to give back to the community. 

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The Home for Little Wanderers Opens New Home in Roxbury!

November 2018

Congratulations to The Home for Little Wanderers and our Northstar project managers on the completion of 71-73 Alleghany Street, the new home for the Children’s Community Collaborative in Roxbury, MA.

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Residence Inn in Providence Celebrates Topping Off

October 2018

We are excited to announce the topping-off of our Residence Inn by Marriott project in Providence.

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Emmanuel College Opens New Residence Hall in Fenway!

September 2018

Congratulations to Emmanuel College, Elkus Manfredi Architects, John Moriarty & Associates, and Northstar for the completion of Julie Hall, a 327,387 square-foot, 692-bed residence hall located on the Fenway campus.

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Harvard University Housing completes Phase 2 of Soldiers Field Park Project in Allston

August 2018

Congratulations to Harvard University Housing on the completion of Phase 2 at the Soldiers Field Park apartments in Allston.

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Northstar recognized as one of Boston Business Journal’s 2018 Best Places to Work!

August 2018

Congratulations to all the 2018 Best Places to Work winners!   

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Northstar’s Tom Fanning among recipients of CoreNet Global New England’s 2018 Awards of Excellence

July 2018

Northstar is honored to have our own Tom Fanning named as the winner of CoreNet Global New England’s 2018 Americas Service Provider Leadership Award. 

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What’s happening in Kendall Square?

July 2018

Check out the completed and active Northstar development and tenant improvement projects underway in the Kendall Square, Cambridge.

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Team Northstar returns to the Run of the Charles!

May 2018

Team Northstar had another fun-filled day on April 29th participating in the 36th annual Run of the Charles! 

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Northstar Team is Expanding!

April 2018

We are excited to add 3 new employees to the Northstar Team. Welcome Kevin, Allen, and Nichole!

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100 Binney achieves LEED Gold certification!

April 2018

We are happy to announce the 100 Binney Street core & shell project has been awarded LEED Gold certification. 

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Kronos Global Headquarters Relocation

March 2018

Kronos’ new campus has received excellent feedback from employees. The consolidated campus and open work environment allows employees to collaborate and connect, driving innovation.

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Path to Leadership | Conversation with Rose Conti by CREW

February 2018

More than 30 real estate professionals joined CREW and Northstar on February 15th to learn about Rose Conti’s presentation on women in the construction industry. 

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Welcome New Northstar Employees!

February 2018

Northstar would like to welcome two new employees – Jim Hogan and Carly Yong!

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American Campus Communities celebrates the Topping Out of the new Columbus Ave Student Apartments!

February 2018

Northstar is honored to be a part of American Campus Communities’ development team for the new Columbus Ave Student Apartments at Northeastern University.

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Northstar Promotions

January 2018

Northstar is pleased to announce the recent promotions of Janet Tse and John Townsend!

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Happy Birthday Lee Phelps!

December 2017

Last week Team Northstar gathered for a surprise 70th birthday celebration in honor of our very own Lee Phelps! Check out this tribute to our valued colleague.

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United Way’s 24th Annual Real Estate & Building Industry Leadership Breakfast

November 2017

Congratulations to the United Way for another successful Real Estate & Building Industry Leadership Breakfast! 

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Northstar Volunteering at the Home for Little Wanderers!

November 2017

Members of the Northstar team participated in a fun day of painting October 27th at the Home for Little Wanderers’ Longview Farm location in Walpole. 

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ENR New England Awards 50+60 Binney Street as 2017’s Best Project for Office/Retail/Mixed-Use Construction!

September 2017

ENR New England awarded 50+60 Binney Street as 2017’s Best Project for Office/Retail/Mixed-Use construction!

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Northstar celebrates groundbreaking with partner Akamai Technologies

July 2017

Congratulations to Akamai Technologies on the groundbreaking of their new global headquarters in Kendall Square! Northstar is thrilled to be a partner for this exciting 19-story project.

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Northstar Partners with Oxford Properties

July 2017

Northstar is proud to announce their partnership with Oxford Properties!

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50 & 60 Binney obtains Certificate of Occupancy!

June 2017

The Northstar Team is proud to be a part of this collaborative effort and exciting milestone for the client’s new building at 50&60 Binney Street in Kendall Square!

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Northstar awarded #1 spot in BBJ’s 2017 Best Places To Work

June 2017

Northstar accepts the award as #1 (Extra Small Category) in the Boston Business Journal Best Places to Work Award Ceremony at Boston’s Symphony Hall on June 22, 2017. 

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Northstar attends the Home for the Little Wanderers’ Annual Voices & Visions Fundraiser

June 2017

Team Northstar had a wonderful evening supporting a great cause at the Home for the Little Wanderers’ annual  Voices & Visions fundraising gala on May 31st at Boston’s Seaport World Trade Center!

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Northstar Project Update: Akamai Technologies & Emmanuel College Julie Hall

May 2017

Akamai Technologies begins demolition for their new headquarters and construction progresses for Emmanuel College’s new mixed-use residence, Julie Hall!

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TripAdvisor HQ achieves LEED Platinum certification!

May 2017

Proud to announce TripAdvisor HQ has recently received LEED Platinum certification by US Green Building Council, the highest green rating achievable. 

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Northstar recognized as one of Boston Business Journal’s 2017 Best Places to Work!

April 2017

The Northstar team is excited to be named one of Boston Business Journal’s 2017 Best Places to Work!

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Kronos completes Phase 1 of their 500,000 square foot headquarters in Lowell!

April 2017

Congratulations to Kronos and the project team on the completion of Phase 1 at the new headquarters in Lowell!

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Northstar Employee Update

March 2017

We are pleased to announce recent promotions and additions to the Northstar Team!

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2016 Harvard Team Year-End Update

January 2017

Our Harvard team has been busy this past year and are happy to share updates of recently completed and kicked-off projects!

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National Grid Grand Opening in Waltham!

January 2017

Northstar and National Grid gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the new Customer Meter Services facility located at 130 West Street in Waltham.

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Northstar Holiday Party

December 2016

Northstar employees gathered for the annual Holiday Party to celebrate the success of the firm, individual accomplishments and personal milestones. It was a fun-filled night were we saluted company growth to 26 full-time employees, the addition of two Northstar babies, an engagement and marriage.

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Northstar Community Outreach!

November 2016

This month Northstar volunteers helped pack 3500 bags for the United Way’s annual Thanksgiving Packing Project – bags contained food for families in need this holiday season. In addition, Northstar volunteers  helped clean and organize The Home for Little Wanderers’ Toy Room. The Toy Room provides essentials for local children and families.

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Northstar Welcomes John Schena as Senior Vice President!

October 2016

Northstar Project & Real Estate Services is proud to welcome John Schena as senior vice president. John brings 24 years of progressive experience in the commercial real estate industry to Northstar, including 17 years as a senior manager responsible for large capital programs within corporate portfolios which ranged from 15 to 23 million SF with annual capital spend over a $200 million. John’s clients include notable corporations such as American Express, adidas Group, Verizon and Cisco Systems.

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Northstar Employee Update

September 2016

John Townsend promoted & Kerry Logue joins the Northstar team!

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“Topping off” Ceremony Held for 100 Binney Street

September 2016

The 100 Binney Street project team, including Northstar project managers Anthony Warren, Danielle Blake and Lisa Hamilton, gathered on September 16th for a “topping off” ceremony.

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Northstar partners with Emmanuel College

August 2016

Northstar is pleased to announce their partnership as Emmanuel College’s Owner’s Project Manager in the construction of Julie Hall, a new 692-bed dormitory.  The 20-story, 315,000 GSF facility is located in the heart of Boston and will include underground parking, covered bike storage and a café.

Northstar named 2nd best place to work in Boston!

June 2016

We are happy to announce that Northstar Project & Real Estate Services was awarded 2nd place in the BBJ’s Best Places to Work, extra-small category. The evening was a testament to Northstar’s belief that fully engaged and energized employees provide outstanding services to our clients.

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TripAdvisor awarded Needham Green Business of the Year!

June 2016

Newton Needham Camber has chosen Trip Advisor as its Needham Green Business of the Year!

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Northstar recently participated in the 2016 Run of the Charles and the results are in!

May 2016

Northstar registered two boats in this year’s Run of the Charles – the largest flat-bottomed boat race in New England.

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Northstar one of 2016 Best Places to Work in Massachusetts!

April 2016

The Boston Business Journal named Northstar one of the 2016 Best Places to Work in Massachusetts!

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An Unlikely Story wins multiple awards!

April 2016

We are proud to announce that An Unlikely Story has won three prestigious design awards.

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Cassandra Charles delivers opening remarks at IFMA Event

March 2016

On March 1st, Northstar’s Cassandra Charles gave the opening remarks at the Active Shooter Situations Presentation.

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Northstar at the Greater Boston Foodbank

March 2016

Northstar employees recently volunteered at the Greater Boston Foodbank, organizing and packaging almost 10,000 lbs of food!

 

Lisa Hamilton selected as CoreNet Young Leader

March 2016

Congratulations to the selected participants of CoreNet’s 2016 Leadership Program Class. We are proud of Northstar Project Manager, Lisa Hamilton!  TripAdvisor’s new headquarters in Needam, MA is also featured in this month’s Newsletter. Northstar is proud to have closely collaborated with TripAdvisor on this exciting project.

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Northstar and Ella Properties close on West Street

March 2016

Northstar and JV Partner Ella Properties recently closed on a $4.8M land acquisition at 124 West Street in Waltham. The JV has full building lease and intends to deliver the project in December of 2016.

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Harvard plans big redo of Allston grad housing complex

March 2016

We are excited to congratulate our client, Harvard University on advancing their plan for Soldiers Field Park.  We are proud to be a member of their project team and are excited to commence construction.

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Northstar at the 2016 IFMA NYC Chapter Awards for Excellence

February 2016

2016 IFMA NYC Chapter Awards for Excellence Dinner held on January 28 at The Pierre Ballroom, New York, NY. READ MORE

2015 Annual Holiday Party

December 2015

Northstar celebrated the holiday season at Cinquecento in the South End
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Engineering News-Record Awards

November 2015

ENR named Alexandria Real Estate Equities Owner of the Year at its annual awards breakfast.

Economic Impact Awards

November 2015

Northstar clients TripAdvisor and Baxalta honored at the 12th Annual Massachusetts Economic Impact Awards Luncheon.  TripAdvisor won Gold in the Greater Boston region and Baxalta won Silver in the Greater Boston region.
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Northstar’s 5th Anniversary Party

October 2015

Northstar celebrates its five year anniversary in its new office location at 1050 Massachusetts Ave. Cambridge, MA.
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid News Coverage

August 2015

Popular author Jeff Kinney is branching out, bringing his love of books to the masses by opening up a book store in his hometown. TODAY’s Erica Hill reports.
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4th Annual Summer Sailing Series

August 2015

Northstar sets sail every August out of the Boston Yacht Haven.

Flying with ARE

May 2015

Northstar flies high with Alexandria Real Estate.

CREW Boston (formerly NEWIRE) Awards

April 2015

Kirstin Brown, Northstar Principal, was named the “Entrepreneur of the Year”.

Run of the Charles Canoe Race

April 2015

Team Northstar participated in the 24-mile canoe race to celebrate the Charles River Watershed Association’s 50 years of improvements to health, beauty and enjoyment of the Charles River.
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Halloween

October 2014

Northstar gets festive at the weekly construction meeting with Alexandria Real Estate.

Tough Mudder

May 2014

Team Northstar competed in Dover, VT at the Tough Mudder hosted at Mount Snow.
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CoreNet Awards

November 2012

Lee Burneson, Northstar Principal, was awarded CoreNet’s Regional Service Provider of the Year.