EllisDon’s Reno of Cambridge hospital reaches finish line

The renovation enhanced capacity for critical care, mental health and long-term care by 30%.

Key Takeaways:

  • EllisDon successfully completed the 400,000 square foot renovation and redevelopment of Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH), including a 3-floor patient tower, increasing capacity for critical care, mental health, and long-term care by 30%, and integrating advanced facilities and technology.
  • EllisDon stepped in to complete the project after the previous construction firm failed to deliver. They prioritized rebuilding trust, addressing mismanaged relationships, and overcoming the complexities of inheriting and finalizing a partially completed project.
  • Transparent, frequent communication and trust-building were essential strategies that enabled EllisDon to coordinate effectively with stakeholders, navigate challenges, and deliver the much-needed healthcare facility in line with their standards of excellence.

The Whole Story:

For the first time in a decade, Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) stands fully equipped and operational following EllisDon’s successful conclusion of Phase III of the hospital’s renovation and redevelopment project.

Completing the 400,000 square foot renovation was no small feat for the team who stepped into a project rife with challenges that needed to be righted.

“Our client relied on us to fix what was left behind,” said Ashley Maxwell, Construction Manager, EllisDon. “This wasn’t our project from the get-go – we came in as a construction completion team. The previous construction firm was unable to deliver, and the Bonding Surety engaged us to complete the project. Mismanaged relationships necessitated our emphasis on transparent and frequent communication to establish trust and credibility. We made it a priority to ensure all stakeholders knew we were going to complete the project in true EllisDon fashion – confident in our capacity, to bring this much-needed expanded healthcare facility back online.”

EllisDon took charge of finalizing and leading the renovation of a 400,000 square foot hospital wing and 3-floor patient tower, enhancing capacity for critical care, mental health, and long-term care by 30%, and equipping it with cutting-edge facilities and technology.

EllisDon noted that picking up a project part way through with the magnitude and complexity of Cambridge Memorial Hospital can be highly daunting. They added that the success of the CMH project is a clear testament to their ability to overcome any complexity, rebuild trust where it’s been lost, and navigate through challenges with compassion and respect.

“Our strategy of open, frequent communication and trust-building, especially important in the context of CMH’s past issues, has proven crucial in coordinating with multiple teams and working effectively within their environment,” their team said.

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