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Celebrating 10 Years of Leadership: Steven Smith’s Journey at Northstar

Northstar is proud to celebrate Steven Smith’s 10th anniversary at Northstar.

With over 35 years of experience in owner’s project management, Steven specializes in overseeing major capital programs and projects. His expertise spans interior core and shell TI construction, occupied renovations and restacks, LEED and Fitwell certifications, and infrastructure and technology upgrades. Steven’s comprehensive knowledge of project delivery makes him a leader in every phase of a project, from feasibility and programming through design and construction to occupancy and closeout.

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Northstar Reflects on a Memorable 2024: A Year in Pictures 

As we welcome the new year, Northstar is excited to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey of 2024.

From unforgettable team experiences—skiing, rowing along the Charles River, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity and the Greater Boston Food Bank, and celebrating our 14th anniversary—to landmark client achievements, including topping off Boston Children’s Hospital and Harvard University Housing’s 100 South Campus Drive, breaking ground at Dartmouth College’s 25 West Wheelock, and cutting the ribbon at Werfen’s Bedford facility, as well as celebrating the appointment of our new president—our video captures the heart of our shared efforts, enjoyment, and success. Every image reflects a distinct story of dedication, teamwork, and the progress we’ve made together.

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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

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

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.

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

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

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

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 Volunteers with Habitat for Humanity for Build Day

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 

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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