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Whether it's a new project, construction industry updates, an employee teaming event or an opportunity to celebrate the best in our community - there's always something to talk about at McDonald Building Company.
Batman takes to the skies for no tricks all TREATS over at The Hill at Whitemarsh
Batman took to the skies for a spooky good Flyby Friday above Hawk Ridge Villa, a 27,000 SF residential addition at The Hill at Whitemarsh that’s nearing completion over in Lafayette Hill. Ghoulishly good details that reflect MBC’s precision, coordination, and care built for comfort, connection, and quality living. Special thanks to The Hill at Whitemarsh, Barton Partners and MDP Design for their continued partnership and collaboration throughout this project. Big shoutout to our MBC team - Andrew McDonald, Renee Ellick, Chris Pili, Jack Kenney, Beth Cichonski, and Beth Giorla for delivering excellence every step of the way. No jump scare here as we move right across the way to the 5400 Building for our next build, continuing our partnership and bringing another chapter of quality living to life.
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No tricks. Just treats. And top tier teamwork. Happy Halloween from all of us here at MBC!#flybyfriday #buildingontrust #thehillatwhitemarsh #hawkridgevilla #batmanthedrone #projectmilestone #seniorlivingconstruction #teammbc #happyhalloween
The Hill at Whitemarsh Careers, Pure Project Management, LLC, BartonPartners Architects Planners, Inc., Holstein White Engineers, MDP | Merlino Design Partnership, O'Donnell & Naccarato, Taylor Wiseman & Taylor
Thank you Philly Zoo for hosting A Wilder Future Gala!
A huge thank you to Philadelphia Zoo for hosting such a memorable A Wilder Future Gala this past week! MBC was honored to attend as Champion Sponsors on a beautiful fall evening - celebrating leadership, conservation, and community impact. We are so grateful for the opportunity to support the Zoo’s mission and to stand alongside so many who believe in building a future that’s wilder, brighter, and better fur all. #AWilderFuture #buildingontrust #mbcbuilds #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #phillyzoo #aza #conservationmatters
Congrats to Philly Zoo for receiving their AZA Accreditation!
Big news from our fur-iends over at Philadelphia Zoo! The Zoo has been awarded re-accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, marking 51 continuous years of meeting the gold standard in zoological accreditation. MBC is beyond proud to have supported the Zoo with over 40,000 square feet of renovations and upgrades. We are thrilled to have built to this moment together. We proved that when it comes to collaboration, we’re not just part of the pack – we’re the whole pride. Cheers to conservation, care, and building a future together that makes an otterly huge difference. Congratulations!
You can read more about this prestigious honor here: https://lnkd.in/eGxBXagb
#buildingontrust #phillyzoo #mbcbuilds #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #aza #conservationmatters
Association of Zoos and Aquariums Philadelphia Zoo Dan Bosin McGillin Architecture Howard Lebold
Throwback to MBC ladies attending the PA Women’s Conference!
The PA Women’s Conference is officially sold out for tomorrow but MBC is ALL IN! We are getting excited to have an incredible group of women representing us and showing up at this inspiring event tomorrow. The PA Women’s Conference is one of the largest gathering for women in business bringing together thousands of professionals for connection, growth, and community. Not to mention an amazing line up of inspirational keynote speakers. Quick throwback to when MBC got to attend last year and this year we’re bringing the numbers and ready for a great day of growth! #PennWomen #mbcladies #mbccares #PAconferenceforwomen #mbcstrong
Senior Care Living at MBC - three different projects one shared purpose
Senior living and care is not a one-size-fits-all type of build. Some projects are about affordability. Others are about legacy. But all are about lifestyle for new residents. They seem to always revolve around the one thing that we call the MBC difference – dignity in every single detail. MBC is currently building three standout projects that will serve our senior community.
NewCourtland’s Clearfield Apartments in Philly gives MBC the opportunity to deliver 48 affordable units designed for accessibility and independence. Wider corridors. Shared gathering spaces. Layouts that actually work and accommodate those who live there. Dignity is built in detail by detail. Over in Bryn Mawr, the renovations at Beaumont at Bryn Mawr are well underway. To keep disruptions at a minimum, we installed the ICRA Shield Walls (shout out to Shield Wall by Abatement Technologies) - keeping progress separate from residents’ daily life. One small way to honor comfort and trust. And finally, over in Lafayette Hill, at The Hill at Whitemarsh Hawk Ridge Villa, we are building the last two new custom multi-unit residential buildings. MBC’s Danielle Terpoilli, our resident interior designer, has worked with MDP Design to make sure every customized finish was intentional and every choice was thoughtful. These touches make these villas feel not just well-built but personalized for the new residents.
A variety of senior care projects. With a variety of needs, yet one shared purpose - creating places that feel like home. That’s why the details matter. That’s why our owners, partners, and architects trust MBC.
We are proud and humbled to partner with visionary owners, owners' reps, architects, and trade partners who make projects like these possible. Every project starts with trust, and the right GC makes all the difference. Let’s build that together. How can MBC build that special place for your residents? Please reach out and start the conversation. #buildingontrust #mbcbuilds #mbccares #seniorcare #ccrc #communityfirst #projectspotlights #buildingcommunities
NewCourtland at Clearfield, Stone Sherick Consulting Group, LLC., CBP Architects, BEAUMONT COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION at Bryn Mawr, Becker & Frondorf, Core States Group, The Hill at Whitemarsh Careers, Pure Project Management, LLC, BartonPartners Architects Planners, Inc., MDP | Merlino Design Partnership, Abatement Technologies
Thank you, AtlantiCare, for hosting the 37th Annual Thomas L. Glenn Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament
The crisp fall air may be creeping around the corner but MBC is still enjoying our great season of connection and community. Thank you AtlantiCare for hosting their 37th Annual Thomas L. Glenn Jr. Memorial Golf Tournament earlier this month! It was a true celebration of camaraderie for a good cause. MBC was proud to attend and even prouder to have our fantastic foursome in attendance - check out the photos from the event! #buildingontrust #mbccares #AtlantiCare #Vision2030 #golftournament #foreagoodcause
AtlantiCare
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MBC represents at the NAWIC Philadelphia Chapter Board Dinner
Last week, Iliana, Danielle, and Shea proudly represented McDonald Building Company at the NAWIC Philadelphia Chapter Board Installation Dinner as the 2025-2026 program year kicked off. NAWIC plays such a vital role in advancing opportunities, leadership, and community for women in construction - and MBC is proud to support and celebrate that mission. Thank you to NAWIC Philly for hosting an inspiring evening of connection, recognition, and vision for the year ahead. #womeninconstruction #nawic #nawicphilly #buildingontrust #mbccares #mbcladies
Big news over at MBC! Two stellar promotions!
Big congrats to Kelly Giuliani and Ali Moats Perkey on their promotions to Project Manager!
Kelly started at MBC as a Project Engineer nearly a decade ago and has grown into a standout leader known for her precision, follow-through, and steady leadership. She’s a mentor, a builder, and someone who gets things done…and done right. We’re so proud of you, Kelly! At MBC, it’s more than projects - meet the people behind them at https://lnkd.in/ezgtU3Xx
Congrats to Ali Moats Perkey on her promotion to Project Manager. From Project Engineer to now trusted leader, Ali has been building her path at MBC for five years - leading with clarity, calm, and follow-through every step of the way. Solid people. Solid builds. Read more all about Ali at https://lnkd.in/ezgtU3Xx
Flyby Friday - Final Look from above at Collingswood Department of Public Works Facility
For this Flyby Friday, our height-loving drone, Batman made their way over to Collingswood, New Jersey to take a peek at the final view of Collingswood’s BRAND NEW Department of Public Works Facility. The 22,000-square-foot space is now fully operational and built to support the Borough’s essential and expanded public works team with function and flexibility in mind. The two-story building features 12,248 square-foot climate-controlled offices and administrative space alongside five giant bay garages that allow seamless vehicle access and storage. The facility is also equipped with locker rooms, meeting areas, restrooms, and dedicated high-value storage all thoughtfully designed to meet the day-to-day needs of the municipal employees to better serve the Collingswood community. Annnnddd just to the north there’s a separate detached single story parking garage housing the big dog equipment like Bobcat attachments and snow blowers (we might need those sooner than you think!). Built with the future in mind the facility includes infrastructure for EV charging and is ready for future solar panel installation, reducing the costs and environmental impact over time – WOOT!
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HUGE HARD HATS OFF to our MBC Project Team – Jeff Graef, Kelly Giuliani, Regina Ennis, and Danny McDonald for building the dream one submittal at a time. MBC is so thankful to the Borough of Collingswood for their partnership and to Thriven Design for another fantastic creative collaboration. Batman will be back soon with his next mission but for now, we get to enjoy the view from above! hashtag#buildingontrust hashtag#flybyfriday hashtag#welcometothembcfamily hashtag#mbcbuilds hashtag#batmanthedrone hashtag#finalflyby hashtag#collingswood
BOROUGH OF COLLINGSWOOD Thriven Design
MBC TEAM! Jeff Graef Kelly Giuliani (McGettigan) Regina Ennis Daniel McDonald
Drone Handler Extraordinaire Andrew Lojewski
Nothing beats the camaraderie of WINNING GOLF!
McDonald Building Company and O’Donnell & Naccarato teamed up for an unFOREgettable day with Winning Golf TV at the spectacular Old York Road Country Club. For the first time in fifteen seasons, two first-class companies joined forces on the green to show that when it comes to building trust, collaboration, and camaraderie, our teams are always above par. Engineering Teamwork and Driving Success! Led by hosts Paul McDonald and Tony Naccarato, our spirited group took on seven rounds of short game challenges with the pro, Doug Hendricks. From blueprints to birdies, the day was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and friendly competition. Paired with unseasonably cool August weather, it was the perfect backdrop for a day of golf and connection. Catch all of the action on NBC Sports Philadelphia with a few upcoming air times…Thursday, September 4th at 8:00pm AND Friday, September 5th at 7:30pm (double the fun!) ⛳️
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At Winning Golf, Everybody Wins.#mbccares #buildingontrust #winninggolftv #engineeringteamwork #drivingsuccess #forethewin #blueprintstobirdies #puttingonashow #mbc #odonnellnaccarato #parfectday #oldyorkroadcc #unforegettable #golfwithpurpose #winninggolfwins
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Winning Golf TV O'Donnell & Naccarato NBC Sports Philadelphia
Love is in the air at MBC! Congrats to Aubrey and Danny on their beautiful wedding!
LOOK WHO TIED THE KNOT! TWO OF OUR VERY OWN AT MBC! Aubrey Kessler (MBC's Project Scheduler) and Danny McDonald (MBC's Job Cost Accountant), got married on Saturday! Their wedding was absolutely beautiful - full of love, laughter, and packed with the McDonald family. These two lovebirds got engaged earlier this summer and impressively whipped together a gorgeous celebration in only a short few months. It's not every day two of our team members get married, let alone, to each other....and to boot, it was ALSO Aubrey's birthday on their wedding day! From all of us at MBC, congratulations to both of you on your wedding, Aubrey and Danny, we are thrilled for you! #mbcfamily #buildingontrust #welovelove #projectlove #mcdonaldfamily #buildingalegacy
Wildly fun memories at TPZ earlier this month to continue our 15-year celebration!
Flamingos, Tigers, and Bears…OH MY! Earlier this year, MBC raised a glass to 15 years of incredible projects and building our beloved company with our otterly magnificent staff. Last week, we let out our wild side and kept the celebration going – with our family fun-tastic day at Philadelphia Zoo! The MBC crew was ready for a roaring good time, trading in our hard hats for safari hats to have one un-fur-gettable afternoon. From scavenger hunts and caricatures, to a bear-y delicious dinner in the Garden Pavilion – every moment was filled with a zoo-per dose of MBC pride and a walk down memory lane!
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Cheers to 15 years with the best herd in the business. Thank you to our incredible staff and trusted partners who made every step of this journey a memorable celebration. #buildingontrust #fifteenyears #mbccares #wildgoodtimes #philadelphiazoo #mbcproud #happyanniversary #mbcfamily
Philadelphia Zoo
Philly Zoo receives beary important AZA Accreditation!
Accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums is a commitment to excellence in animal care, safety, and the visitor experience. This highest-in-the-world accreditation standard is accomplished through teamwork, just like wolves working in a pack, and like any project at MBC, with a lot of heart. At Philadelphia Zoo, meeting that standard meant more than 40,000 square feet of a zoo-wide series of renovations and upgrades – from fan-favorite animal habitats to the systems and facilities that keep daily operations running. These are no small feats and couldn’t have been accomplished without the pack mentality in mind – a united team working for the same dream. Our partners at Aegis PM Group said it best “The dedication, teamwork, and professionalism made a real difference, and it shows in our outcome…Together, we delivered something we should all be proud of.” That pride is definitely shared here at MBC with the Zoological Society of Philadelphia, Dan Bosin Associates, Howard Lebold at MAI, Aegis Project Management, our MBC teams onsite. Accreditation standards were exceeded. Big round of a-paws for the entire team who made it happen. #buildingontrust #philadelphiazoo #aza #accreditation #animalcare hashtag#visitorexperience #mbcdelivers #partoftheflock #bearyimportantupdates #conservationmatters
Philadelphia Zoo, Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Howard Lebold, McGillin Architecture
MBC flock: Jeff Graef, Ali Perkey, CHC, Dylan Robertson, Sam Cellucci, John Weiland, Regina Ennis, Beth Giorla
MBC says goodbye and good luck to our Summer Intern - Thank you, Quentin!
Today, we say goodbye to our summer intern Quentin who heads back to school at the University of Auburn next week. Quentin became an integral part of the University Place 3.0 project team...from coordinating details to reviewing drawings, he nailed every task and learned the “blueprints” of great teamwork. Along the way, he grew his skills, learned more tricks of the trade, and discovered the value of asking the right questions to get the right information…the foundation of any strong project..
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Quentin’s biggest advice to future interns? “The little things are just as important as the big things.” We couldn’t agree more. Sometimes, it’s the small details that truly hold the project together. A fun fact about Quentin...If he could take his skills anywhere, Quentin would hammer out a plan to work in Amsterdam restoring the city’s famous canal houses. MBC is grateful to have been part of your journey, Quentin, we wish you the best of luck in the future and you’ll always have a place in the MBC crew. Please come build memories with us again soon! #mbccares #mbcintern #teammbc #constructioncareers
Quentin Geerlings
New Market West project is awarded 2025 ULI Philadelphia Biennial Award for Excellence!
Throwback Thursday to a project that continues to make an impact. McDonald Building Company is proud to have served as the general contractor for New Market West, which was recently honored with the 2025 ULI Philadelphia Biennial Award for Excellence.
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Led by Mission First Housing Group and designed by Thriven Design, this project transformed a long-vacant lot in West Philadelphia into a vibrant community hub. Since its completion in 2021, it has become home to 41 affordable workforce apartments and vital services, including early childhood education, healthcare, and job training programs. The ULI Award for Excellence recognizes real estate and development projects that demonstrate leadership in design, sustainability, and community impact. We’re honored to have played a role in building something that continues to serve its neighborhood well beyond opening day. Congratulations to our partners at Thriven Design on this well-earned recognition. It’s always a good day when a project like this gets the spotlight it deserves.
#tbt #uli2025 #newmarketwest #mbccares #buildingontrust #communityimpact #thrivendesign #missionfirst #affordablehousing
Thriven Design Mission First Housing Group
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MBC proudly attends the Allegheny West Foundation for their local Community Resource Fair!
What a day over at the Allegheny West Foundation for their local Community Resource Fair on Friday. It was a great opportunity to connect with the local residents and share more about what it means to build a future in the construction trades. MBC was proud to represent and support the local affordable housing market to educate those interested in pursuing a career in construction. Thank you to Laura Clevenger, Iliana Limon, and Regina Ennis for laying the groundwork and representing MBC with professionalism and heart.
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Big thanks as well to our partners at NewCourtland and the Allegheny West Foundation for organizing the event. It was an overwhelming turnout and we’re grateful to be part of a community that believes in creating pathways to careers and connection. #communitypartners #mbccares #buildingontrust #newcourtland #alleghenywestfoundation
Allegheny West Foundation and NewCourtland
Let’s Flamin-GO! Flamingo Cove at the Philly Zoo is now OPEN!
What better way to celebrate National Pink Flamingo Day (which is today!) than to shake a tail feather and roll out the pink carpet for our beautiful pink feathered friends?!? McDonald Building Company is proud to fan out and reveal a few of our incredible final photos (!) of Flamingo Cove at the Philadelphia Zoo! This fully reimagined habitat was built to support the fabulous flock of flamboyance through conservation, continuing education and truly honor some fabulous feathers with bold and thoughtful design updates. The 17,966 square foot renovation has now opened to the public so Zoo Members and Guests can enjoy the newly expanded footprint from their previous aviary. The flamingos can gladly strut their stuff in style (as always) with the expanded wading and nesting zones – allowing guests to view these long-legged locals up close like never before.
MBC is beyond grateful for our partnership with The Philadelphia Zoo and to make this pink dream come to life. We’re hatching some big ideas with the Zoo and couldn’t thank them enough for their trust in our valued fur-iendship. Thank you to PGAV Architects, and to all our trades and subcontractors onsite who have made the feathered finish just fantastic! Huge shout out to our MBC flock who were instrumental in making things flamin-GO – Ali Moats-Perkey, Jeff Graef, Dylan Robertson, Sam Cellucci, John Weiland, Regina Ennis, and Beth Giorla. MBC may not have wings, but we are proud to help this amazing aviary take flight! #nationalflamingoday #buildingontrust #philadelphiazoo #conservationmatters #welcometothembcfamily #flamin-GO #thepinkcrew #partoftheflock
Philadelphia Zoo, PGAV Architects, Association of Zoos and Aquariums
MBC flock: Jeff Graef, Ali Perkey, CHC, Dylan Robertson, Sam Cellucci, John Weiland, Regina Ennis, Beth Giorla, Jason Evans
Flyby Friday - First Day of Summer at the Christy Rec Center in West Philly!
MBC checked our calendar and checked it twice and there is no denying it’s officially the first day of summer! Batman the Drone and his trusty handler, Andrew, flew down to West Philly to see what was heating up onsite at Christy Recreation Center for one fun Flyby Friday. The 40,000 square-foot renovation is well underway and on track for completion this summer. The crew at Christy Rec Center is keeping things moving with trades onsite for sitework, fencing, rough carpentry, windows, and siding – oh my. Staying cool but making burning hot progress is all part of the plan. Sunscreen...? CHECK! Progress like no other…? DOUBLE CHECK! Summer is here and the future is looking bright! #flybyfriday #christyreccenter #westphilly #firstdayofsummer #buildingontrust #mbcbuilds #progress #gottawearshadesourfutureissobright
Christy Recreation Center, Philadelphia Housing Development Corporation, City of Philadelphia, SMP Architects, Brightline Construction (sitework), Robert Ganter Contractors Inc, Graboyes Commercial Window and Glass Solutions, RICHARD R. PUCCI & ASSOCIATES
James Cameron, CHC, Jack Kenney, Justin Lausch, Regina Ennis, Beth Giorla
And our Batman Handler: Andrew Lojewski
MBC attends GBCA Golf Outing!
Fun fore all! McDonald Building Company was teed up and grateful to attend GBCA's 2025 Golf Classic last Monday as a Gold Sponsor. Our mighty foursome comprised of Golf's finest - Howard Lebold, Shane McNamara, Tom McDonald and Paul McDonald! Hosted at the Philadelphia Cricket Club Militia Hill - MBC was thrilled to be back on the course and building these meaningful connections. Thank you GBCA for hosting this absolute top-tier event! #gbcagolfclassic2025 #forethewin #buildingontrust #mbccares #gbca #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #funforeall
General Building Contractors Association (GBCA) Pure Project Management, LLC MAI Architects
Howard Lebold Shane M. Paul McDonald Tom McDonald
MBC gets a Sneak Peek at Flamingo Cove Opening Soon at the Philly Zoo!
Feathered friends and family fun for this fine Friday! Our very own Paul McDonald and family (shout out to Allie and Madi!) got an early sneak peek at Flamingo Cove before these flamboyant friends strut their stuff for the public grand opening tomorrow! Thank you to The Philadelphia Zoo for hosting this great event, allowing us the chance to see the winged residents and fla-mingle with fellow partners and zoo members. MBC is tickled pink and honored to be part of this impactful update and help the Zoo's continuous conservation efforts take flight. There's a lot flamin-GOING on behind the scenes...we have a few more exciting updates to come from the Zoo up our sleeve...or er...wing.! #flamingofriday #buildingontrust #mbcbuilds #philadelphiazoo #phillyzoo #flamingos #zoolife #sneakpeek #conservationmatters #mcdonaldbuildingcompany
Philadelphia Zoo 🦩
Paul McDonald ❣️
Allie Doran 💕