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. With the client's confidence, we served the community in true EllisDon fashion: delivering exceptional quality in construction, materials, and forging strong relationships, while recognizing the profound trust placed in us to execute such a significant project after previous disappointments.

Picking up a project part way through with the magnitude and complexity of Cambridge Memorial Hospital can be highly daunting. For EllisDon, the success of the CMH project is a clear testament to our 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.

With the completion of CMH, we have restored and improved a critical healthcare facility and set a benchmark for excellence in the construction industry. Our client-focused approach to a very complex project has once again affirmed our dedication to building more than just structures—we build trust, community, and futures.