Tried & Blue

In multifamily development, success is measured long before the first resident moves in. The decisions made during site selection, planning, design, and permitting have a direct impact on project costs, schedule, lease-up timing, and ultimately, investment performance. That’s why involving your construction team early matters. At Erland, we regularly partner with developers during the earliest […]

At Erland Construction, we often say that construction is a people business. While our project teams are leading the work in the field each day, our marketing team plays an important supporting role behind the scenes, helping clients communicate, celebrate, and showcase their projects from the earliest planning stages through final completion and occupancy. Throughout […]

On a project like Pachyderm Place at Tufts University, two ground-up 10-story buildings on a tight urban site, steel erection is where planning, coordination, and execution are put to the test. With multiple tower cranes in operation, a non-traditional structural system, and limited room for error, success doesn’t come from reacting in the field. It comes from the decisions made long before steel ever arrives onsite.

A Public-Private Partnership (P3) is a collaborative agreement between public and private sector entities to finance, design, construct, and operate projects that serve the public interest. These partnerships leverage the strengths of both sectors, combining public oversight and private sector expertise to deliver high-quality, cost-effective infrastructure and services. P3s present several compelling advantages for colleges […]

At Erland, quality isn’t an afterthought. It’s embedded in every step of our process. One of the ways we support this mindset is through our internal Quality Committee. Comprising employees from various departments, including field operations, project management, safety, coordination, and more, our committee collaborates to define, prioritize, and monitor quality performance company-wide. We’re committed […]

With a heat advisory in effect and temperatures climbing above 90 degrees across New England, it’s important that we all take extra steps to protect the well-being of everyone working on our jobsites. At Erland, we view safety as a shared responsibility—one that extends across all trade partners, project teams, and field staff. While each […]

As data demand continues to surge across industries, there has been significant growth in data center construction. Fueled by technological advancements, increasing energy efficiency requirements, and strategic location decisions, the landscape of data center development is evolving quickly. Below are some of the emerging trends shaping data center construction and how Erland is contributing to […]

In 2020, I had the privilege of leading the construction of Sunrise of Newton, a 101,000-square-foot, 85-unit assisted living and memory care community for Sunrise Senior Living. This project offered me invaluable insight into what companies like Sunrise prioritize when selecting a construction management partner—and how delivering on those priorities creates vibrant communities for residents. […]

October marks Employee Ownership Month, a time to celebrate the many benefits that come with being an employee-owned company. For the second year, Erland is proud to join the nationwide celebration of ESOP Month. This milestone serves as a reminder of the commitment we made in 2022 when we became an employee-owned company—a significant step […]

At Erland, safety is more than just a priority—it’s embedded in everything we do. As a dedicated participant in the AGC MA CARE Construction Safety Program, I am proud to be part of an initiative that strives to foster a universal construction safety culture across all jobsites industry-wide. Since its launch in 2022, the CARE […]

Every year, thousands of occupational injuries, illnesses, and fatalities occur on jobsites worldwide. But what if there was a proactive approach to mitigate these risks before they even emerged? That’s where Prevention through Design (PtD) comes in. This safety initiative is revolutionizing the construction industry by embedding safety considerations directly into the design process. A […]

At Erland Construction, we understand that the future of the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry lies in the hands of its next generation of leaders. Our team recognizes the pressing need to cultivate a pipeline of skilled professionals who will continue shaping the industry and work toward building a better tomorrow. With this as our primary focus, […]

In the wake of growing concerns about climate change, residential construction is experiencing a significant shift towards sustainability. With an increasing number of energy code changes and green initiatives, the focus is now on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and achieving carbon neutrality. Massachusetts, for instance, has identified buildings as the second-largest source of greenhouse […]

In recent years, the life science industry has witnessed a shift in how companies operate and innovate. One of the key driving forces behind this transformation is the emergence of incubators and co-working spaces specifically tailored to meet the unique budget and schedule needs of startups. In this blog post, we will explore the latest […]