New Alden A. Mills Fire Station - Owner's Project Management for City of Revere
Expert Construction Management Services for Government & Public Safety Facilities in Massachusetts
KEY INFORMATION
Project name: Alden A. Mills, Point of Pines Fire Station
Location: Point of Pines, Revere, Massachusetts
Client: City of Revere
Architecture Firm: Winter Street Architects
Project Type: New Construction - Government
Completion Date: 2022
Building Statistics: 2-Story Fire Station | 3 Apparatus Bays
Services: Owner's Project Management
PROJECT SUMMARY
The City of Revere Fire Department undertook a transformative $15 million project to demolish the aging Point of Pines Fire Station and construct a modern replacement facility at the same location on the Revere shoreline, serving the Point of Pines coastal neighborhood.
Site Development Challenges - Revere, MA: The constrained urban site required demolition of the existing operational fire station while maintaining emergency services for the Point of Pines community. The project necessitated the acquisition of an adjacent parcel from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)—adding governmental coordination complexity to an already demanding construction timeline.
Transportation Infrastructure Coordination: One of the most critical challenges involved coordinating construction activities with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) for the reconfiguration of an existing bus turnaround facility located at the fire station site. This work required simultaneous coordination with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) for rerouting an on-ramp and off-ramp to State Route 1 (a major state highway adjacent to the site) to prevent costly construction delays and schedule impacts.
The new Revere fire station scope of work included:
- Three-bay apparatus housing for modern fire trucks and emergency vehicles
- Two-story construction with firefighter living quarters and administrative offices
- Community meeting space for neighborhood engagement
- Complete utility infrastructure replacement , including domestic water service, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, electrical service, and natural gas service
- Exterior firefighter memorial
- Full ADA accessibility compliance
- Emergency generator system
Energy Efficiency Requirements: The project required coordination with the Massachusetts Save (MassSave) energy efficiency program to maximize operational cost savings and meet state energy conservation requirements for municipal buildings.
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The Solution
Comprehensive Owner's Project Management for Revere Fire Station
SOCOTEC provided full-spectrum Owner's Project Management services throughout all phases of the Point of Pines Fire Station project, serving as the City of Revere's dedicated representative to ensure the successful delivery of this critical public safety infrastructure.
Our proactive coordination approach identified potential schedule conflicts early, facilitated collaborative solutions among all governmental agencies, and protected the City of Revere's budget and timeline throughout construction.
The Results
A Modern Fire Station Enhancing Public Safety in Revere, Massachusetts
The Results
A Modern Fire Station Enhancing Public Safety in Revere, Massachusetts
SOCOTEC's comprehensive Owner's Project Management services enabled the City of Revere to successfully deliver a state-of-the-art fire station that significantly enhances emergency response capabilities for the Point of Pines neighborhood and surrounding communities.
Project Achievements & Performance Metrics
- Utility Infrastructure Modernization
- Schedule & Coordination Success
- On-Time Completion: Delivered completed fire station in 2022 as scheduled
- Multi-Agency Coordination: Successfully navigated MBTA, MassDOT, and DCR coordination without project delays
- Land Acquisition: Seamless DCR parcel transfer without schedule impact
- Route 1 Infrastructure: Completed MassDOT ramp modifications without fire station construction delays
- Construction Quality Assurance
- Clerk of the Works Oversight: Daily inspection ensured construction quality and Massachusetts building code compliance
- Zero Major Deficiencies: Comprehensive quality control throughout construction phases
- Warranty Compliance: All systems installed per manufacturer specifications and municipal requirements
- Enhanced Fire Protection Infrastructure for Revere
- Modern Apparatus Capacity: Three-bay configuration accommodates current and future fire apparatus and emergency vehicles
- Operational Resilience: Emergency generator system ensures uninterrupted 24/7 emergency response capability
- ADA Accessibility: Full accessibility compliance, including an elevator for all personnel and community access
- Energy Efficiency: MassSave program integration reduces long-term operational costs for the City of Revere
- Community & Public Safety Benefits
- Improved Emergency Response: State-of-the-art facility reduces response times for Point of Pines and surrounding Revere neighborhoods
- Community Engagement Space: Dedicated meeting space strengthens the fire department's community outreach programs
- Firefighter Memorial: Exterior memorial honors the service and sacrifice of the Revere Fire Department
- Modern Living Quarters: Enhanced facilities for firefighter health, safety, and quality of life
- Stakeholder Satisfaction
- $15 Million Budget Compliance: Maintained strict municipal construction budget through proactive cost management and value engineering
- Value Engineering Savings: Identified cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or functionality
Long-Term Value for City of Revere
The completed Alden A. Mills Point of Pines Fire Station provides decades of reliable service with:
- Reduced operational and maintenance costs through energy-efficient systems
- Modern facility designed for evolving fire protection and EMS service delivery
- Enhanced community safety through improved emergency response infrastructure
- Increased property values and community confidence in municipal services
This project demonstrates SOCOTEC's expertise in complex municipal construction project management, multi-agency coordination, and delivering critical public safety infrastructure on time and within budget for Massachusetts communities.
The Results
A Modern Fire Station Enhancing Public Safety in Revere, Massachusetts
SOCOTEC's comprehensive Owner's Project Management services enabled the City of Revere to successfully deliver a state-of-the-art fire station that significantly enhances emergency response capabilities for the Point of Pines neighborhood and surrounding communities.
Project Achievements & Performance Metrics
- Utility Infrastructure Modernization
- Schedule & Coordination Success
- On-Time Completion: Delivered completed fire station in 2022 as scheduled
- Multi-Agency Coordination: Successfully navigated MBTA, MassDOT, and DCR coordination without project delays
- Land Acquisition: Seamless DCR parcel transfer without schedule impact
- Route 1 Infrastructure: Completed MassDOT ramp modifications without fire station construction delays
- Construction Quality Assurance
- Clerk of the Works Oversight: Daily inspection ensured construction quality and Massachusetts building code compliance
- Zero Major Deficiencies: Comprehensive quality control throughout construction phases
- Warranty Compliance: All systems installed per manufacturer specifications and municipal requirements
- Enhanced Fire Protection Infrastructure for Revere
- Modern Apparatus Capacity: Three-bay configuration accommodates current and future fire apparatus and emergency vehicles
- Operational Resilience: Emergency generator system ensures uninterrupted 24/7 emergency response capability
- ADA Accessibility: Full accessibility compliance, including an elevator for all personnel and community access
- Energy Efficiency: MassSave program integration reduces long-term operational costs for the City of Revere
- Community & Public Safety Benefits
- Improved Emergency Response: State-of-the-art facility reduces response times for Point of Pines and surrounding Revere neighborhoods
- Community Engagement Space: Dedicated meeting space strengthens the fire department's community outreach programs
- Firefighter Memorial: Exterior memorial honors the service and sacrifice of the Revere Fire Department
- Modern Living Quarters: Enhanced facilities for firefighter health, safety, and quality of life
- Stakeholder Satisfaction
- $15 Million Budget Compliance: Maintained strict municipal construction budget through proactive cost management and value engineering
- Value Engineering Savings: Identified cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or functionality
Long-Term Value for City of Revere
The completed Alden A. Mills Point of Pines Fire Station provides decades of reliable service with:
- Reduced operational and maintenance costs through energy-efficient systems
- Modern facility designed for evolving fire protection and EMS service delivery
- Enhanced community safety through improved emergency response infrastructure
- Increased property values and community confidence in municipal services
This project demonstrates SOCOTEC's expertise in complex municipal construction project management, multi-agency coordination, and delivering critical public safety infrastructure on time and within budget for Massachusetts communities.
“We worked with 90% of the municipalities in Eastern Massachusetts and the City of Revere is a very exciting new addition to our client base as it is one of the largest municipalities in the Metro-Boston area. Furthermore, public safety is currently a hot market center in Massachusetts and breaking into this sector has proven very difficult over the last few years as we’ve always competed against larger firms with substantial public safety experience. This project represents a positive trajectory in our firm’s reputation and adds to what is already a very exciting time for our entire company.”
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