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Understanding Technical Environments
Designed for Precision
Built for Performance
Lab and tech facilities require more than construction expertise. They demand careful planning, coordination between multiple disciplines, and an understanding of how specialized environments function long after construction is complete.

Connolly Brothers has experience supporting organizations whose facilities depend on complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process systems. Whether constructing a new research space, renovating a laboratory, or upgrading critical building infrastructure, our team works closely with owners, consultants, and stakeholders to support project goals while maintaining operational continuity.

We know these facilities often contain proprietary equipment, specialized systems that can't be taken off-line, and active operations that need to continue during construction. Our approach prioritizes planning, logistics, sequencing and disciplined execution as construction progresses.
Sector Knowledge
What Makes These Projects Different
Within technology, research, and laboratory environments, successful projects often require a higher level of coordination beyond traditional construction projects.

Our experience includes:
  • Occupied facility renovations
  • Lab upgrades and renovations
  • Specialized mechanical and electrical systems
  • Cleanrooms, Wet/Dry labs, and cGMP/cGLP spaces
  • Research and testing environments
  • Office to lab building conversions
  • High hazard containment/Chemical storage
  • Technical equipment coordination
Understanding how these facilities operate allows our team to anticipate challenges, coordinate effectively, and support project schedules without compromising safety or performance.
Project Approach
Planning Before Construction Begins
The most successful projects begin long before construction starts.
Connolly Brothers emphasizes advance planning, budgeting, and coordination to identify potential challenges early and support informed decision-making throughout project development.

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Project Understanding

Review project goals, facility requirements, existing conditions, building code and operational constraints.

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Coordination

Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants to develop budgets, schedules, and constructability strategies.

03

Construction Execution

Manage construction activities with an emphasis on quality, communication, safety, and schedule adherence.

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Project Closeout

Coordinate systems commissioning, deliver closeout documentation, including O&M manuals, warranties, as-builts, and other information. We manage punch list completion, inspections, and the certificate of occupancy, so you can open your doors on schedule.

REPRESENTATIVE CAPABILITIES
Technical Construction Expertise

Laboratory Construction & Renovations

Designed to support a range of research requirements.

Infrastructure Upgrades

Mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process system improvements.

Research & Development Facilities

Flexible environments built to support innovation and future growth.

Equipment Coordination

Planning and coordination for specialized equipment and systems.

Occupied Facility Construction

Carefully phased approach to minimize disruptions.

Interior Build-Outs

Construction of specialized, complex technical environments.

Featured Projects
Representative Projects
Analog Devices
Preconstruction, Design Coordination, Construction Management Wilmington, MA

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Bio-Techne
Construction Management Devens, MA

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Analog Devices Cleanroom
Preconstruction, Construction Management Cambridge, MA

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Let's build what's next together
Whether planning a laboratory renovation, technical facility upgrade, or research environment expansion, Connolly Brothers welcomes the opportunity to discuss your project goals.