Cambridgeport Labs Earns LEED® Certification Following Collaborative Repositioning by Barings, Greatland Realty Partners, and JC&A

Cambridgeport Labs Earns LEED® Certification Following Collaborative Repositioning by Barings, Greatland Realty Partners, and JC&A

Cambridgeport Labs, located at 167 Sidney Street and 99 Erie Street, has officially achieved LEED® certification, following a comprehensive repositioning led by Barings and Greatland Realty Partners. The project strengthens East Cambridge’s standing as one of the region’s most active and sustainable life science hubs.

 

J. Calnan & Associates (JC&A) was brought on early in the process to assist ownership through an extensive preconstruction phase. Working alongside Ci Design and AVID Engineers, JC&A helped evaluate multiple design and laboratory layout options to establish the right approach for the project’s goals—ensuring flexibility, functionality, and long-term value.

 

The 56,000-square-foot redevelopment transformed two adjacent office buildings into modern life science facilities with more than 34,000 square feet of BL2 laboratory space. The work included full lab buildouts, masonry restoration, custom casework, and glass partitions throughout the open lab environments. Both buildings now feature high-performance systems and sustainable design elements that meet the rigorous standards of today’s research tenants.

 

“Cambridgeport Labs reflects a shared commitment to collaboration, sustainability, and innovation,” said Jim Cahill, President of JC&A. “We’re proud to have been part of a project that not only supports the life sciences community but also enhances Cambridge’s broader landscape of research and development.”

 

With its LEED® certification and flexible lab-ready infrastructure, Cambridgeport Labs offers tenants the rare combination of sustainable design, modern amenities, and a prime location within walking distance of MIT and Kendall Square.

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JR Ezell

Director of Preconstruction

As Director of Preconstruction., J.R. has 20 years of experience in the A/E/C industry ranging from conceptual estimates to delivering GMP pricing with hard bid/lump sum as well as value analysis and constructability reviews His extensive experience with life science, corporate buildouts, and ground-up buildings has made him a valuable asset to the JC&A family. J.R.’s involvement in multiple projects ranging in size and complexity from 245 5th Ave., 690 Canton, Merchant’s Row, Boston Dynamics, irobot, and Boston Harley-Davidson makes him an asset for JCA and our clients.

Beyond being our “go-to” on our cornerstone projects, J.R. is constantly a mentor helping with the overall development of the Estimating department. He leads by example, his estimating skillset, technical aptitude, organization, and preconstruction game-planning through final client delivery is second to none.

J.R. holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management from The University of Southern Mississippi and is a LEED Accredited Professional. He also proudly serves on the Duxbury Youth Baseball board. When he’s not coaching baseball, J.R. spends time on the beach in Duxbury, MA with his family.

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