2024 Influencers in Multi-Family

2024 Influencers in Multi-Family

Scott Hoppa, Executive Vice President of Operations, was named to GlobeSt.’s list of Influencers in Multi-Family. Scott first joined McShane in 1991 as an intern while studying at Marquette University. Over the past 33 years, he has proven himself a strong leader and influencer within the industry and at McShane. Scott is an expert in a variety of multi-family product types including market rate, affordable, senior, and student housing. He has overseen the construction of more than 70 multi-family projects in 14 states totaling 16,600 units and $2.3 billion in value.

In 2005, Scott was tasked with opening a Southeast regional office in Auburn, Alabama, to position McShane to serve the highly populated and growing Sun Belt region. Since opening, Scott has expanded the office to 60 employees with revenue in excess of $285 million. As a result of Scott’s leadership, McShane is now one of the most active multi-family general contractors in the southeastern United States.

McShane to Build 309-unit Apartment Complex Near Downtown Madison

McShane Construction Company was selected by Vermilion Development to build Lock Lane Apartments, a 309-unit multi-family community in Madison, Wisconsin.

“We are proud to partner with Vermilion on this exciting project,” commented Alison Gorham, Vice President at McShane. “Located next to a large public park, river boat launch, and Lake Mendota with easy access to downtown Madison, Lock Lane Apartments will offer a great balance between outdoor connection and modern, downtown living.”

Located on an 8.5-acre site adjacent to Tenney Park, the development will integrate two five-story podium-style buildings with a total of 289 units and three two-story townhome buildings with 20 units. The podium buildings will feature four levels of wood framing atop a two-level precast parking garage. The buildings’ facades will incorporate an attractive mix of lap siding and brick.

Residents will enjoy balconies, quartz countertops, in-unit washer/dryers, and spacious closets. Many units will offer lake, park, or river views.

Amenities will include large green roof amenity areas on the podium buildings, fitness centers, 5th floor club rooms and common balconies, co-working office spaces, conference rooms, and heated vehicle and bike parking. Additionally, the site will offer a fenced dog run, community gardens, and access to both the lake and riverfront.

The project was designed in compliance with several Focus on Energy initiatives.

“In this difficult capital raising environment, Vermilion is delighted to partner with Quartz Lake Capital and Clarion Partners to finance this project and bring much needed new, high-quality housing to the Madison area,” said Dave Cocagne, Vermilion’s CEO. “We appreciate the tenacity of JLL to source the equity capital for the project. We’re also pleased to continue our long-standing relationship with CIBC, which will be providing construction financing for the project.”

Potter Lawson is providing architectural services for Lock Lane Apartments.

2024 Chicago’s Largest Women-Owned Businesses

For the third year in a row, The McShane Companies was named the second largest woman-owned business in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business. McShane is the only commercial general contracting firm to appear in the top 25 companies on the list. Molly McShane serves as The McShane Companies’ majority owner, as well as Chief Executive Officer.

2024 Top Multi-Family Contractors

The McShane Companies was ranked third on Engineering News-Record’s list of Top Multi-Unit Residential Contractors. Since 1998, McShane Construction has built more than 30,000 units across the nation in the market rate, affordable housing, senior living, and student housing sectors and has a reputation built on delivery results and standing behind our word.

2024 Influencers in Industrial

Tom Beres, Regional Vice President – Industrial, was named to GlobeSt.com’s list of Influencers in Industrial. Tom joined McShane in May 2003 as a Project Engineer following his graduation from Marquette University. Since then, he has proven himself an influencer both within McShane and throughout the industry. Tom has extensive experience in multiple industrial product types, including distribution/warehouse, food and beverage, and manufacturing/assembly, in geographic markets across the country. Over the course of his career, he has managed the construction of nearly 70 industrial buildings in 12 states.

Tom is known for his tactical approach to addressing the challenges of a project. Whether he’s facing supply chain issues, poor site conditions, or tough weather, he finds strategic ways to ensure that construction can progress without incurring overall schedule delays and added costs. Additionally, he has a strong ability to collaborate with clients, design teams, trade partners, and municipalities. As an advocate for the design-build method, he has formed key partnerships with architects and engineers in the industrial sector. With more than 20 years of experience, Tom is able to impart his advanced knowledge in industrial construction on his employees as he trains the next generation of industry leaders.

McShane Completes Affordable Senior Apartments in Doraville, Georgia

Construction is completed at Veranda at Assembly, a 100-unit affordable senior living community in Doraville, Georgia, for adults 55 and older. McShane Construction Company built the residence on behalf of repeat client The Integral Group.

“Veranda at Assembly offers modern apartments for seniors in a convenient location off Interstate 285 and Peachtree Boulevard,” commented Brian Wood, Vice President SE Operations at McShane. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to work with The Integral Group again and are confident that this building will serve the Doraville community well.”

Located on the northeast side of Atlanta, the development includes a four-story wood frame building with a masonry and siding exterior designed by architecture firm Dynamik Design.

“The completion of Veranda at Assembly is a significant milestone for The Integral Group and the City of Doraville,” said Vicki Lundy Wilbon, President of Real Estate at The Integral Group. “We delivered a beautiful, amenity-rich community of 100 upscale residential units. Each unit features contemporary design elements and premium finishes, reflecting our commitment to quality.”

Community amenities include a bistro/café, fitness room, yoga room, fourth-floor outdoor terrace, and dog park. Units are offered in one- and two-bedroom floorplans and feature granite countertops, kitchen islands, Energy-Star kitchen appliance packages, nine-foot ceilings, and luxury vinyl-tile flooring.

The Integral Group selected SK Collaborative as a consultant to finalize plans and review associated materials and installation to obtain Energy Star and EarthCraft Certifications.

McShane Completes OSLO Apartments in Fairburn, Georgia

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce the completion of OSLO, a 288-unit multi-family complex in Fairburn, Georgia. Selected by repeat client South City Partners, McShane built five garden-style apartment buildings featuring 4,000 square feet of retail space and 7,000 square feet of amenity space.

“It’s an honor to deliver OSLO, a beautifully designed garden-style community located southwest of Atlanta,” commented Brandon Yates, Vice President at McShane. “We’re proud to accommodate the rising multi-family need in Fairburn with this astounding development.”

OSLO is composed of five three- and four-story wood-framed buildings with stone and fiber cement siding. Units are offered in one-, two-, and three-bedroom open-concept layouts to fit the lifestyle of each resident.

Apartment features include shaker-style cabinets with granite countertops and French-door refrigerators in the kitchens and tile tub/shower surrounds in the bathrooms. Each unit integrates vinyl plank flooring in the common areas and carpeted bedrooms.

With more than 7,000 square feet of amenity space, residents can enjoy a heated saltwater pool, fitness center, clubroom, pickleball courts, dog park, pet spa, and walking trail.

The development also offers proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and convenient access to I-85.

The architect of record is Dynamik Design.

McShane Completes 286-unit Multi-Family Development in Scottsdale

McShane Construction Company has completed Manor Scottsdale, a 286-unit apartment complex in Scottsdale, Arizona. Related Group chose McShane to construct the five-story wrap-style building positioned on a 6.5-acre site.

“We’re proud to announce the completion of Manor Scottsdale to accommodate the rising multi-family demand in Phoenix,” shared Scott Salyer, Vice President & Regional Manager at McShane. “This development integrates a mix of charming units with luxury resort-style amenities.”

Units are offered in one-, two-, and three-bedroom layouts and boast sleek quartz countertops, smart home technology, and private balconies for every residence. There are 32 penthouse apartments and 19 apartments with mountain views. There are also 24 Kosher apartments.

Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center with yoga and spin rooms, a wellness center with a sauna, a club room kitchen, and a game room with an arcade and golf simulator. Outside, residents can enjoy a resort-style swimming pool, grotto, and summer kitchens, and pet owners can take advantage of the dog park and pet spa. The community also offers electric vehicle charging stations and a smart package room with cold storage.

The architect of record is Humphreys & Partners Architects.

McShane Completes Adaptive Reuse Affordable Housing in Aurora, IL

McShane Construction Company completed the construction of Fox Valley Apartments in Aurora, Illinois, on behalf of Housing For All, LLC in collaboration with Visionary Ventures, Cordogan Clark & Associates, and JTE Real Estate Services. Fox Valley Apartments integrates one new building and two renovated historical school buildings to offer a total of 47 affordable workforce housing units.

“We are very excited to announce the completion of Fox Valley Apartments. Transforming two historical school buildings into apartments has been a fascinating process,” shared David Rintz, Regional Vice President – Multi-Family at McShane. “We’re proud to be able to preserve the rich history of these schools while giving them a new purpose that will better suit this community.”

Located at 641 S. Lake Street, McShane remodeled Lincoln Elementary School, a 39,000-square-foot building originally constructed in 1893, to accommodate 14 apartment units. The school was closed in 2007 due to low enrollment and remained vacant until construction of the apartments began. Also on that site, McShane constructed a new two-story, 28,000-square-foot building to offer 22 additional affordable workforce units.

Originally an elementary school, Mary A. Todd School at 100 Oak Avenue was transformed to 11 apartment units and a health care clinic for uninsured or underinsured families. The building was originally constructed in the early 1900s and was most recently used for West Aurora School District’s early childhood programs until the programs were moved to a new facility in 2019.

“We are excited at the opportunity to work with McShane to bring affordable housing to Aurora and be able to transform historical properties that may have otherwise sat vacant for years to come,” said Shelly Tucciarelli, Managing Partner, Housing For All, LLC.

During the remodeling process, McShane prioritized keeping historical features of the schools, including trim, flooring, chalkboards, lockers, windows, and doors. Designed by Cordogan Clark & Associates, units are offered in one- to three-bedroom floorplans. Shared amenities include a laundry room, a community room, a computer lab, and tenant storage.

Thirty percent of units are reserved for tenants at 30 percent of area median income. This project was designed to achieve NGBS Silver Certification.

2024 Notable Leaders in Commercial Real Estate

Chief Executive Officer Molly McShane and President Mat Dougherty were named to Crain’s Chicago Business’ list of Notable Leaders in Commercial Real Estate.

Named CEO of The McShane Companies in 2020, Molly navigated the challenges of the pandemic while expanding the company, including opening a new regional office in Nashville, Tennessee, putting $2.5 billion of construction work in place, and selling $461 million in real estate assets. By 2022, the firm reached record profits and was named the second-largest woman-owned business in Chicago. This year, Molly is being recognized for her achievements and commitment to mentoring and developing women in commercial real estate with The Goldie Initiative’s 2024 Shero award.

Mat was named President of McShane Construction Company in 2021 and, since then, has expanded the business – both geographically and through the development of new programs. To support the growth McShane experienced in the Southeast, Mat opened the firm’s sixth office in Nashville. To equip young managers to become leaders in the company, he founded a developing leaders program. Additionally, he instituted a comprehensive Quality Assurance/Quality Control program focusing on first-time quality. As a result of his efforts, the company was named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago and Alabama and is recognized as the third-largest multi-family builder in the nation.

McShane’s Commitment to Affordable Housing

Written By: Mat Dougherty, President

While affordable housing is a large segment of our business, the projects themselves are typically not the largest that we build. However, our employee engagement on affordable housing projects is extremely high. Employees often find personal satisfaction knowing that their project will provide a home for a community member who otherwise may not be able to afford one. This employee engagement and community give-back really helps define the culture of our company.

In 2019, we completed a residential building for New Moms, a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that provides housing and support services for young moms and their children who are experiencing poverty and homelessness. While this building consisted of only 18 units and took less than a year to complete, our involvement with this organization did not end when construction was completed. In the years since, our employees have volunteered with and donated to the organization, and we have employees on New Moms’ Associate Board and Board of Directors.

Another great advantage of affordable housing projects is the opportunity to work with developers, communities, and multiple funding sources for a community good: housing individuals who need an affordable place to live.

Additionally, we look forward to partnering with minority-owned businesses, women-owned business, and community members on these projects. Involving community members in the construction of our projects not only provides them with employment, but also exposes them to a new and exciting career path.

It can easily be argued that though affordable housing developments aren’t the largest projects we build, they are some of the most impactful projects for our company. We are grateful for the opportunity to use our expertise in a way that gives back to the communities around us.

Alison Gorham Promoted to Vice President

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce that Alison Gorham was promoted to Vice President of the firm’s Wisconsin Regional Office in Madison.

Gorham joined McShane in 2012 as a Project Engineer and was subsequently promoted to Project Manager. In 2018, she established McShane’s Madison office and was promoted to Director of Wisconsin Operations.

“Alison is very deserving of this promotion,” commented Mat Dougherty, President at McShane. “She has put immense effort toward building our Wisconsin office from the ground up, and her success can be seen through successful projects, a growing team, and the relationships she has developed.”

As Vice President, Gorham will continue to oversee McShane’s projects and business development efforts in Wisconsin and will focus on expanding the firm’s presence in the region.

“Leading our office in Madison for the past six years has been a privilege,” Gorham stated. “I’m so proud of everything that our team has accomplished, and I look forward to continuing the momentum we’ve built in Wisconsin.”

Gorham is a graduate of Marquette University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.