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The Construction Voice at Brighton Chamber meets every quarter to network and touch base with leading local experts providing updates and insight on local planning, construction, and economic issues facing Brighton and Sussex—and how to tackle them. The latest event, of which MGAC was an organiser, explored the Brighton and Hove City Plan 2041, a framework which sets out the next 20 years of the city's future, with challenges such as affordable housing and sustainability being key priorities. Dara Jafari

We are excited to share that MGAC has once again been recognized as one of USA TODAY's Top Workplaces! This win reflects our commitment to maintaining a positive workplace culture where our people feel valued. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for the passion, dedication, and hard work of our team members who continuously strive to make MGAC an exceptional place to work.

MGAC's Senior Director, Mark Gilhawley, leads Hospitality projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He will be attending the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) in Berlin from 31 March - 2 April. Get in touch with Mark to discuss how we can contribute to your next hospitality project. #IHIFEMEA25

We are excited to announce that Bob Pell has joined MGAC as Executive Managing Director. Bob will support the implementation and success of the company’s global strategic initiatives. He will also focus on strengthening the team’s capabilities to deliver growth across North America and the United Kingdom. Bob brings with him a wealth of experience managing a diverse client base and leading teams across the built environment industry.

MGAC joined forces with Luminis Health to form a multidisciplinary team to support the development of its Doctors Community Hospital Campus Extension in Lanham, Maryland. Our range of services was broad—project management, cost management, and schedule management—enabling us to work on various facilities, including the 31,000 SF Behavioral Health Pavilion. Construction of the facility was completed in two phases over a 20-month period. We remain in partnership with Luminis on additional projects at the Lanham campus.

A golden brick ceremony was held to mark the construction milestone of 128 new affordable homes in Welwyn Garden City. Located in the town centre and close to travel links, the development provides much-needed affordable housing—51 one-bedroom and 77 two-bedroom flats—for local people, 20% of which will be wheelchair accessible. MGAC is providing employer's agent services on this vital residential development, which is on track for completion in December 2026. Mark Newberry Hightown Homes Image Credit: Emma Fletcher

As a leader of the RICS California Chapter sustainability group, and a Director in our Los Angeles office, Paul Abernathy was recently joined by fellow RICS members in a seminar to discuss net-zero, carbon neutrality, and sustainability excellence. The group focuses on activities in and around California as RICS expands its global presence.

The renovations at Stanford Health Care resulted in a complete top-to-bottom modernization, aiming to create a seamless environment linking the nearby inpatient building in Palo Alto, California. MGAC's role as technology program and project managers involved leading a multidisciplinary team that provided expertise for renovations to the cancer center, two building extensions, 21 refurbished operating and procedure rooms with advanced medical technology, and a redesigned pediatric emergency department.

MGAC provided project management services for the renovation of 20 Massachusetts Avenue, affectionately known as “20 Mass,” an eight-story office building constructed in 1973. After redevelopment, the 427,690 SF building now stands at 10 stories with a penthouse, offering a mixed-use layout inclusive of hotel, restaurant, office, and retail space. This adaptive-reuse focused on reducing environmental impact and is in keeping with the historic surrounding area, while adding modern twists to the building's original heritage. Read more in Commercial Property Executive's feature on our blog.

Tomorrow is International Women's Day, an opportunity to show our recognition, appreciation, and respect to women everywhere who are striving for equality. We celebrate women worldwide today and every day.