SUBCONTRACTOR CELEBRATION AT ARMISTEAD GARDENS
Last week, the CAM Construction team hosted a Subcontractor Appreciation Lunch at our Armistead Gardens jobsite.
Our subcontractors are the backbone of every project we deliver, and this was our opportunity to recognize their dedication, craftsmanship, and hard work that makes it all possible. None of what we do happens without the talented tradespeople and teams who show up every day and give their best.
To everyone who joined us, we would like to extend our sincere thanks. We are proud to have you on the team, and we look forward to seeing this renovation/addition project serve the Armistead Gardens community for years to come.
SUMMER IS COMING TO ARMISTEAD GARDENS SCHOOL
Construction is moving fast at Armistead Gardens School! 🏫⚒️
We’re excited to share the latest progress on our Renovations and Addition project, where the addition is starting to take shape:
✅ Floor finishes and final paint are underway
✅ Casework installation is in progress
✅ Façade, terracotta, and brickwork are wrapping up
✅ Courtyard flatwork is being poured
✅ The cafetorium stage is going up
✅ Basketball equipment is being installed
And coming up in the weeks ahead:
🔜 Plumbing fixtures getting underway
🔜 Final grading being prepared
🔜 Above-ceiling inspections on the horizon
It’s incredibly rewarding to see a project like this come together, and we are proud that it will serve the Armistead Gardens community for generations to come. Stay tuned for more updates as we push toward the next phase!
BUILDING CONGRESS & EXCHANGE COVERS BALTIMORE CITY DISTRICT COURTHOUSE
Last month, Building Congress & Exchange posted an article on our Baltimore City District Courthouse project. The article highlights how we transformed the 1960s office building through a truly systemic renovation.
We stripped the structure to its skeleton, replaced a deteriorating roof deck, repaired nearly 40% of the building’s structural columns, and drove more than 200 piles to support entirely new load, including courtrooms, stair towers, and a full detention facility; the structural steel work alone topped $9 million.
From there, our team transformed the space into a fully operational courthouse: eight courtrooms with 10-foot ceilings, maximum-security holding cells, advanced integrated security systems, a large conference room with a legal research library, and administration offices.
Our mechanical partner Ariosa & Company pulled off an 18-hour crane operation on a single Saturday that included over 75 pieces of equipment, 12 tractor trailers, and not a single hitch.
This project is a testament to what great teams can accomplish when the stakes are high and the challenges are real. We’re proud to have delivered a facility that will serve Baltimore’s justice system for decades to come. Please check out the article at the link below!
https://www.bcebaltimore.org/news/latest-news/legal-remedies/
CHICK WEBB RECREATION CENTER – RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
Earlier this month, members of CAM Construction’s team attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Chick Webb Recreation Center.
As Construction Manager on this project, we had the privilege of breathing new life into a community landmark originally built in 1947. At over 32,000 square feet, this historic facility has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded to serve generations to come.
Here’s a glimpse at what this transformation involved:
✅ 11,500 sq ft addition housing a brand-new gym with an indoor basketball court, walking track, and multi-purpose room
✅ A renovated pool with updated locker rooms
✅ Multi-purpose rooms for games, arts, and crafts
✅ A music recording room with a soundproofed booth
✅ A spin studio and fitness center
Projects like this one remind us why we do what we do. The Chick Webb Recreation Center isn’t just a building; it’s a gathering place, a safe haven, and a source of pride for the community it serves. We’re honored to have played a role in its next chapter, and we hope the facility inspires the next community to play, grow, and pursue their passions. As always, we would like to thank our design partners GWWO Architects for their tremendous work throughout the project. Check out the video in the link below to view the ceremony.
https://baltimorefishbowl.com/stories/reopening-after-17-5m-renovation-chick-webb-rec-center-honors-a-baltimore-jazz-great/
HOLIDAY LUNCH AT COMMODORE JOHN RODGERS
Last Friday, CAM Construction hosted a Holiday Lunch on behalf of the Maryland Stadium Authority and Baltimore City Public Schools to thank all of the trade subcontractors and laborers that are working on the Commodore John Rodgers Replacement School project. The event included catering from MISSION BBQ as well as a free-to-enter raffle with a variety of tools, electronics, and gift cards for the attendees to win. We are deeply appreciative of all of the trades and laborers, as well as the design team at Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates – Architects, for their hard work and dedication to building this facility.
MABEL H. HUBBARD COURTHOUSE RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY
Yesterday, CAM Construction had the honor of attending the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Mabel H. Hubbard District Court at 500 N Calvert Street in Baltimore. This courthouse, which honors the legacy of the first African-American woman elected to serve on a Maryland bench, will provide a new and improved space for the Baltimore community to ensure that justice is accessible and served with dignity.
We are proud to have contributed to this landmark project that not only enhances the judicial infrastructure of Baltimore but also pays tribute to Judge Hubbard’s pioneering legacy. This state-of-the-art facility represents our commitment to building spaces that serve and uplift the communities we work in.
Thank you to Maryland Department of General Services, Bushey Feight Morin Architects Inc., and our subcontractors who partnered with us on this meaningful project. Here’s to creating infrastructure that honors the past while building for the future.
TURNAROUND’S NEW SPACE AT HOWNOR OFFICE BUILDING
CAM Construction recently completed a tenant fit-out at our 1900 N Howard Street building for TurnAround, Inc. Baltimore, who also hosted a Resource Fair last week in order to connect the community to various social services in the area.
For over 45 years, TurnAround has been Baltimore’s “first place to turn” for survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and human trafficking. As pioneers in victim services and the first organization in Maryland to launch a comprehensive anti-human trafficking program, the TurnAround team provides life-changing support for their clients.
Creating spaces where healing and hope can flourish is more than construction – it’s contributing to a crucial service in our area. We’re grateful to play a small part in supporting TurnAround’s mission to serve survivors and strengthen our community.
Thank you to the entire TurnAround team for the important work you do every day.
WJZ CHECKS OUT CHICK WEBB
Last week, WJZ conducted interviews with members of the local community and Baltimore City Department of Recreation & Parks to discuss the legacy and transformations underway at the Chick Webb Recreation Center. To check out the interview and see some video footage of the site, please see the following link- https://www.cbsnews.com/baltimore/news/historical-baltimore-chick-webb-maryland-recreation-joe-louis/. Additionally, former Councilman Robert Stokes recently toured with our construction team and was able to see the latest progress that has been made towards the renovated pool, new basketball court and elevated track, and the new multimedia and recording studio spaces. We would like to recognize the former Councilman for his efforts in securing historic protections and funding support on this critical project, and his dedication to improving the East Baltimore community.”
CAM INTERVIEW – 21st CENTURY SCHOOLS PROGRAM
Brailsford and Dunlavey, on behalf of the Maryland Stadium Authority, recently conducted an interview with CAM Construction President, Marc Munafo. Please check out the video below to hear Marc’s take on school construction, the MSA’s 21st Century Schools Program, and CAM’s approach to building the Replacement Commodore John Rodgers School. We are grateful to have the opportunity to continue our working relationship with the MSA to build better schools for the children of Baltimore City.
