Kaplan Construction

06/01/2026

We had a great time celebrating with Chabad at Chestnut Hill at its annual gala! As the proud builder of their new center, it was especially meaningful to join the community for an evening honoring its past impact and dreams for the future. Their gala theme of "Bringing It Home" resonated with our team as we bring Chabad's vision for a new home to life!

05/21/2026

We’re proud to share that we have been recognized by ABC National as an Accredited Quality Contractor, marking our 28th time earning this distinction and a meaningful milestone in our 50th year!

This national recognition reflects the work our team puts in every day to deliver quality construction while maintaining high standards for safety, workforce development, and client service.

BOSTON – May 21, 2026 – Kaplan Construction, a WBE general contractor and construction management firm providing comprehensive building programs across Greater Boston, announced that the Associated Builders and Contractors has again named the company an Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC). As Ka...

05/06/2026

Before the big projects and growth, there was a table saw, a filing cabinet, and a belief in doing work Kaplan could stand behind. As we continue to celebrate 50 years, we’re taking a moment to look back at where we started and what’s carried us forward.

BOSTON – April 29, 2026 – Kaplan Construction, a WBE general contractor and construction management firm providing comprehensive building programs across Greater Boston, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, marking five decades of steady growth, long-term client relationships, and a dive...

05/05/2026

At Kaplan, our self-perform team routinely steps in to execute specialty and side scope work alongside major project responsibilities. It’s a reflection of flexibility, quality control, and added value for our clients. At the Stein Campus at Schechter Boston, our team self-performed the removal and replacement of classroom cubbies on the 2nd floor during a short holiday shutdown window. The new wooden cubbies were prefabricated in advance, allowing us to move quickly during Passover break to remove the existing metal lockers and install the new millwork. This approach kept the project on schedule and saved our client six figures in construction costs.

04/14/2026

It’s officially our 50th birthday! 🎉

Founded by Ken and Cathy Kaplan, Kaplan Construction began with a table saw, a used filing cabinet, and its first project completed in partnership with a local cheese shop, where part of the payment quite literally came in the form of cheese.

In the decades that followed, we grew alongside Boston’s revitalization, building a reputation for strong client relationships and a progressive, flexible approach to construction. Early projects like the Henderson Carriage Building in Cambridge and the Exeter Street Theatre in Boston helped define our expertise in historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and complex interior fitups. As the years went by, we expanded into commercial, institutional, academic, worship, healthcare, and recreational sectors – just about every market along the way.

Our philosophy has stayed the same since 1976: invest in our people, stand behind our work, and keep clients happy. That approach continues today under the leadership of Jane Kaplan Peck and Nathan Peck, carrying forward the next generation of our family-built company.

04/10/2026

We’re proud to share that Kaplan president Nate Peck was recognized by the Brookline Community Development Corporation as a Community Engagement Champion at its annual gala. Since 2022, Nate has supported BCDC on a pro bono basis, helping advance preservation and renovation efforts to increase affordable housing in Brookline. Congrats Nate!

BOSTON – April 10, 2026 – Kaplan Construction, a WBE general contractor and construction management firm providing comprehensive building programs across Greater Boston, announced today that Nathan Peck, president of the firm, was recognized as a Community Engagement Champion by Brookline Commun...

04/08/2026

Not the typical perspective you see from the jobsite 👀

At the future site of Chabad at Chestnut Hill, progress is moving steadily forward. The mikvah foundation walls and waterproofing are nearing completion, with hoses actively pumping water from the area, while basement footings are in place and walls are being prepped for concrete. Bulk excavation continues across the site for the remaining foundations.

The new Chabad will provide a lasting home for the community, with space for learning, celebration, gathering, and the continued growth of Jewish life in Chestnut Hill, Mass.

More to come as the site continues to evolve!

04/03/2026

As part of our 50th year, we’re reflecting on projects that shaped our history, including the Unitarian Universalist Area Church in Sherborn, Mass.

In 2010, Kaplan was selected for two phases of construction at the meetinghouse. The first focused on making the building fully accessible, along with upgrades to emergency lighting and exit signage. The second phase added a multi-purpose addition to support the church’s growing religious education programs and community activities.

Our team aligned the construction schedule with the congregation’s fundraising efforts and carefully phased the work to minimize disruption. This included creating a temporary entry and relocating the daycare playground during site improvements.

The project received the William D. Smith Memorial Award for the best Accessible Design from the Boston Society for Architecture and the Massachusetts Architectural Access Board.

Client: Unitarian Universalist Area Church
Architect: Adams & Smith

03/20/2026

Construction is underway on the final phases at Sportsmen's Tennis & Enrichment Center in Dorchester! Building on the successful completion of phases 1 and 2, phases 3 and 4 will add a new connector building, outdoor courts, new welcome center, teaching kitchen, additional office space, and exhibits honoring Black tennis history and Billie Jean King. All work will be completed within an active facility, keeping the center open for the community. (Rendering credit: Utile) https://www.kaplanconstructs.com/kaplan-construction-begins-phases-3-and-4-at-sportsmens-tennis-enrichment-center/

03/10/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Madeline Hosie to the team as Kaplan's newest project manager.

With a degree in architecture, Maddy was drawn to project management by the challenge of balancing creative vision with the practicality of field ex*****on. She brings a strong background in technically complex, high-performance environments. We’re excited to see the impact her creativity and technical precision will have on our upcoming projects. Welcome aboard, Maddy!

BOSTON – March 4, 2026 – Kaplan Construction, a WBE general contractor and construction management firm providing comprehensive building programs across Greater Boston, announced today the hiring of Madeline Hosie as project manager. Madeline joins Kaplan with five years of experience managing l...