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Milestone Achievement: Janet Tse’s 10-Year Journey at Northstar

Northstar is proud to celebrate Janet Tse’s 10th anniversary with the company.

With over ten years of experience in the AEC industry as an owner’s project manager, Janet has worked on a variety of capital and operating projects from planning through closeout. Her work includes projects in the pharmaceutical and higher education sectors across Greater Boston. Currently, Janet is managing the interior finish renovations in two occupied buildings, along with an 80,000 SF two-floor tenant fit-out for a pharmaceutical client headquartered in Cambridge Crossing, overseeing all phases from schematic design through project closeout. Before joining Northstar, Janet began her career as a structural engineer in the oil and gas sector.

What does Janet love about being an owner’s project manager? The versatility of the role. Whether she’s working on client presentations, managing budgets and schedules, reviewing design documents, or overseeing the progress of construction, each day is a new adventure. She enjoys collaborating with clients and project teams to solve problems and finds it rewarding to see the project completed. Continue reading Milestone Achievement: Janet Tse’s 10-Year Journey at Northstar

Werfen’s New Research & Development Facility: A Strategic Expansion

When Werfen, a global leader in specialized diagnostics, outgrew its Bedford campus, the company turned to Northstar for a solution. The result was a state-of-the-art 118,000 square foot research and development facility focusing on hemostasis, acute care diagnostics, and autoimmunity. This project replaced an existing warehouse, addressed space limitations, and created a flexible and sustainable environment to meet Werfen’s future needs.

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Are You Moving Live Lab CTUs (Controlled Temperature Units such as Fridges or Freezers)

The Top 4 Key Factors for a Successful Move

Moving lab equipment, especially systems such as Controlled Temperature Units (CTUs), needs careful planning and attention to detail. There are four key factors to consider for a successful move to ensure that the process goes smoothly, and that the samples and equipment remain safe and operational. Below highlights some important aspects to address, including electrical and monitoring considerations, move path/logistics, securing your samples, and ensuring a proper shutdown of the equipment.

Below are four important factors to keep in mind before beginning your move.

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

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

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

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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