Northstar Celebrates Katie Eichel’s 5-Year Anniversary

Northstar is proud to celebrate Katie Eichel’s five-year anniversary with the company. Since joining Northstar, Katie has made an impact as an owner’s project manager in the AEC industry, bringing over five years of hands-on experience and leadership to a wide variety of projects.

Katie has supported initiatives across several industry sectors including life sciences, office interiors, student housing, and ground-up core and shell developments. Currently, she is managing several interior office and laboratory improvement projects for a major pharmaceutical client. Her work includes lobby, executive office, boardroom, and lab renovations spanning over 800,000 SF across the client’s headquarters buildings. One highlight includes the fit-out of the newly opened Bitty & Beau’s Coffee café in Cambridge Crossing. 

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Building Success Together: The Power of Collaboration at Northstar

After the inspiring reflections from Northstar’s women during our annual Women in Construction Week celebration, we turned our attention to recognizing the invaluable contributions of the men on our team.

We asked them to share moments when collaboration across diverse teams, including women and beyond, led to a breakthrough in solving a project challenge. Their responses highlight not only their technical expertise but also their commitment to fostering teamwork, mentorship, and innovative problem-solving.

Join us as we explore their experiences and the impact of diverse collaboration in driving project success.

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Ipsitha Bayapu: Five Years of Professional Growth and Success at Northstar

Northstar is proud to celebrate Ipsitha Bayapu’s 5th anniversary with the company.

Ipsitha Bayapu has over five years of experience as an Owner’s Project Manager in the AEC industry. Currently, she is closing out a multi-phase R&D lab renovation project as well as managing various interior improvement projects for leading pharmaceutical companies—from planning and design to construction, closeout, and occupancy.

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Chris Guilmet Selected as a Connect CRE Next Generation Award Winner

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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Spotlight on Pat Burns and Nick Dunn 

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

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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