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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.
Giant Jenga = Giant Fun for a Good Cause with ACE Mentor Philly!
Some years you build the tower…Some years the tower builds character. MBC brought the teamwork, the focus, and just enough risk to make it through two competitive rounds at the ACE Mentor Philly Giant Jenga Tournament. While the blocks didn’t fall our way this time, the night was still a win. Huge thanks to ACE Mentor Philly for continuing to mentor and inspire future architects, engineers, and builders. And a big thank you to Brian Rawlings from O’Donnell & Naccarato and to the MBC team who represented us and brought the energy, strategy, and steady hands. We’re already eyeing next year’s comeback. #mbccares #giantjenga #acemphilly #aeccommunity #gamefaceson
ACE Mentor Program of Greater Philadelphia • O'Donnell & Naccarato • Brian Rawlings • Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum
MBC Team Paul McDonald, Tom McDonald, Joshua Gonzalez, Iliana Limon, Caden DeNicola, Matthew Coleman, James Cameron, CHC
Happy MBC Work-iversary to a great January crew!
We've had a lot to celebrate this January at MBC! From work anniversaries to closeouts to everyday wins - we're grateful for the people who make us all that we are. Congratulations to our January work anniversaries. Please join us in celebrating these fantastic milestones with a huge hip, hip, hooray! #buildingontrust #mbccares #mbcfamily #ourpeople #teammbc #januaryispopular
January is off to a great start with our first MBC Quarterly Company Meeting for 2026!
Last week, the MBC crew gathered for our first quarterly company meeting of 2026. We talked through current projects, safety, what's ahead, and some big milestones across the company. Snow matter what was happening outside, it was a good reminder of how much our people matter and how important it is to get everyone in the same room. The best way to build the year ahead is starting with a clear blueprint - and this was no doubt a solid way to kick things off! #mbccares #mbcteam #buildingontrust #starting2026strong
The Hill at Whitemarsh - Finishing Interior Touches
Back in October, Batman, the Drone, took to the skies for a Flyby Friday, highlighting the exterior in Whitemarsh. This time, we’re stepping inside to mark project closeout. With this 27,000 SF residential addition now complete, the finished interior spaces reflect the level of care carried through every phase of the build. From custom millwork and finish selections to clean transitions and final detailing, each residence was completed with comfort, respect, and everyday living in mind.
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These are not just finished interiors - they are homes, and we’re proud to congratulate the residents as they settle into their new spaces. A sincere thank you to The Hill at Whitemarsh and Pure Project Management for their partnership and trust throughout the project, and to our trades and field teams for their craftsmanship and care through closeout. Proud to deliver a project finished the right way. #buildingontrust #thehillatwhitemarsh #seniorhousing #interiors
MBC Project Team - Andrew McDonald, Renee Ellick, Chris Pili, Jack Kenney, BETH CICHONSKI, Beth Giorla, Danielle Terpoilli, Blair Biggin, Andrew Lojewski
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
Wishing you a warm and bright holiday season from all of us at MBC
As the year is winding down and the holiday season is officially here, we all at MBC want to pause to say thank you. To our employees, partners, clients, communities, friends, and family - your trust and collaboration made this year (and every year) all the more meaningful. We’re grateful to share our work and continue fostering these meaningful relationships that shape all we build together. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and bright start to the New Year from all of us at McDonald Building Company. #buildingontrust #mbccares #holidaygreetings #merryandbright
Proud to Announce MBC is the GC for Avenue North SW Apartments in Wilmington, Delaware!
NEW PROJECT!! McDonald Building Company is grateful to be part of the team bringing the Avenue North SW Apartments to life in Wilmington, Delaware. Developed by Delle Donne & Associates and designed in collaboration with AEI-AE, this project will deliver a 272,000+ square foot, seven-story apartment complex built as a 5-over-2 construction type. Located within the Avenue North community near the I-95 corridor, this mixed-use development will feature modern apartment homes and amenity spaces that support continued growth in the area.
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Our team has begun mobilization onsite as early work and sit work coordination get underway. We appreciate the collaboration of our partners, field teams, and project leadership as we move into the initial phases of construction and work toward an anticipated completion in May 2027. We can’t wait to see this beautiful build come to life, from the drawings to the finished community. Cheers to the entire project team as we get started. #buildingontrust #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #avenorth #multifamilyconstruction #wilmingtonde #delawareconstruction #mbcprojects #projectannouncement
MBC Project Team Kelly Giuliani (McGettigan), Angelica Kreider, Jason Evans, Daniel McDonald
Delle Donne & Associates, AEI -AE, Grove Apartments at Avenue North, DCI Engineers, Sanco Construction, McKim & Creed, Inc.
Jeff Graef promoted to Project Executive!
We have some BIG NEWS over here at the MBC News Desk! We are excited to celebrate our very own Jeff Graef on his promotion to Project Executive! Jeff has undoubtedly been a steady force of calm on every project serving as one of our Senior Project Managers for the last 5+ years. His new role will support our projects on a broader operational and financial level to further strengthen alignment and efficiency across our teams.
“Jeff’s promotion to Project Executive was an easy one for us to make. It reflects not only his deep technical expertise, but his unwavering commitment to delivering excellent service for our clients and our teams. Jeff has consistently demonstrated the leadership, accountability, and forward-thinking mindset that drives MBC's momentum forward. We’re proud to see him step into this role and excited for the impact he’ll continue to make," says Paul McDonald, President.
Congrats to you Jeff! And two big thumbs up from all of us at MBC!#buildingontrust #promotion #mbcfamily #teamupdate #leadership
Jeff Graef
Golden-Hour Flyby Friday at Philadelphia Zoo!
Nothing hits quite like a golden-hour Flyby Friday, and Batman the Drone delivered...again. Over at Philadelphia Zoo, Carey Bear Country is taking shape piece by piece as work continues across Penguin Point. Structural walls are rising, new elevations are being defined, and site coordination remains steady as crews gear up for the next construction phase. All of this supports the larger $20M renovation that will create expanded, enrichment-focused habitats for the Zoo’s Andean and sloth bears to roam, climb, and explore.
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As November winds down, MBC is grateful for the partnerships, teamwork, and craftsmanship that keep momentum moving at the site. Huge thanks to our onsite MBC team, Philadelphia Zoo, PGAV, and to our trade partners at Healy Long and Jevin, West Chester Mechanical, CurrentMaster Electric, and John A. Dougherty and Sons for bringing precision, horsepower, and field expertise to every step. Your support makes this progress truly un-bear-lievable. Closing out the month with steady progress, safe steps, and that warm fall glow settling all across Philadelphia Zoo. #buildingontrust #flybyfriday #batmanthedrone #phillyzoo #mbcbuilds #bearcountry #constructionlife #goldenhour #projectupdate #conservationmatters #aza #penguinpoint #wildatwork
Chris Fernes, Shea Tomlinson Gregory, Sam Cellucci, Regina Ennis, Joshua Gonzalez!
Philadelphia Zoo, Healy Long & Jevin, Inc, West Chester Mechanical Contractors, INC., CurrentMaster Electric, LLC., and John J Dougherty & Son Inc
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at MBC!
Wishing you all a warm and joyful Thanksgiving from all of us here at McDonald Building Company. We are grateful today and every day for the partnerships we build and the communities we have the pleasure to serve. Happy Thanksgiving from the MBC family to yours! #mbccares #buildingontrust #gratefulpartners #thanksgivingseason
MBC Friendsgiving Feast & Card Signing Holiday Traditions!
We kicked off two of MBC’s favorite Thanksgiving traditions in the Norristown office - our annual card signing and gathering for our Friendsgiving Feast. The team showed up ready to gobble ’til we wobble and rolled right into full feast mode. Grateful hearts, full plates, and plenty of laughter. Cheers to teamwork, turkey time, and the moments that make this season special. #mbccares #buildingontrust #mbcfriendsgiving #thanksgivingseason
Thank you to our Veterans!
We’re proud to work alongside veterans who bring strength, integrity, and commitment to every project. Their dedication reminds us what it means to build with purpose, and to keep building on trust every day. Thank you for your service and for the impact you make across our teams and communities. #veteransday #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #buildingontrust #buildphilly #phillyconstruction #constructioncommunity #veteransinconstruction #honor #gratitude
MBC proudly attends the Williamson College of Trades Career Fair
Laying the groundwork for the next generation of builders. MBC was proud to be part of this year’s Career Fair at Williamson College of the Trades. Rob Whartnaby, a proud Williamson alum, and Matt Coleman spent the morning connecting with students who are eager to build what’s next. Rob will also speak on the alumni panel later today to share his journey and how Williamson helped shape his path to MBC.
Thank you to Williamson College of the Trades for hosting such a great event!#buildingontrust #williamsoncollegeofthetrades #careerfair #futurebuilders #constructioncareers #buildcommunity #teammbc #williamsoncollegeofthetradesalumni
Matthew Coleman & Robert Whartnaby
Williamson College of the Trades
Brick by Brick - NewCourtland Clearfield Apartments are getting closer to completion!
There’s a lot to love about this brick exterior at NewCourtland Clearfield Apartments in Philadelphia’s Allegheny West neighborhood. Every step is being built with purpose, pride, and heart as Giles J. Cannon leads the brickwork with detailed craftsmanship. Culbertson Restoration is handling the precise caulking and CBP Architects is bringing everything together with a design that balances form and function. As progress continues, Clearfield is becoming a welcoming space built for connection and comfort. #mbcbuilds #buildingontrust #newcourtland #cbparchitects #gilesjcannon #culbertsonrestoration #brickbybrick #phillyconstruction #affordablehousing #seniorhousing #mbccares #communityfirst #craftsmanship
NewCourtland, Giles J Cannon Inc, Culbertson Restoration, Ltd, CBP Architects
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
Things are looking UP over at Philadelphia Zoo’s Carey Bear Country
Beary exciting progress over at Philadelphia Zoo’s Bear Country! Things are looking up - literally. Work steadily continues at Philadelphia Zoo’s Bear Country where our crews are transforming plans into habitats designed for care, conservation, and connection. Walls are climbing higher each week as rebar and formwork take shape at the Penguin Point, and crews are prepping for the bear cave steps. Huge thanks to our onsite team Chris Fernes, Shea Tomlinson Gregory, Sam Cellucci, Regina Ennis, Joshua Gonzalez! A big shout out to our trade partners at Healy Long & Jevin, West Chester Mechanical, CurrentMaster Electric, and John A. Dougherty & Sons who are paws-itively providing precision to drive progress forward. MBC is very proud to help create spaces for our fur-iends at the zoo and inspire the next generation of future wild explorers too. #buildingontrust #phillyzoo #mbcbuilds #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #aza #conservationmatters #bearcountry #penguinpoint #wildatwork
Thank you to Philadelphia Zoo, Healy Long & Jevin, Inc, West Chester Mechanical Contractors, INC., CurrentMaster Electric, LLC., and John J Dougherty & Son Inc
Ring the Bell for Matt! Great turnout for an incredible cause!
What a turnout! This past Saturday, our MBC crew showed up big for the National Brain Tumor Society Race for Hope – Greater Philadelphia, coming together to support our teammate and friend Matt Coleman and the “Ring the Bell for Matt” team. More than $23,000 raised, the third-highest total of the event, and the largest team out there by FAR…proof that when community shows up, it shows up strong. When we put our heads (and hearts) together, good things happen. Huge thanks to everyone who walked, ran, donated, or cheered from afar - every step brings more awareness, more hope, and more reason to keep showing up for each other. #buildingontrust #mbcstrong #buildcommunity #raceforhope #ringthebellformatt #teamcoleman #graymattermatters #researchsaveslives #mbccares #raceforhopegreaterphilly #blairthebear
Matthew Coleman
MBC Team attends Procore’s Groundbreak Event
Houston, we have a Groundbreak! Project Manager, Kelly Giuliani, and Senior Project Manager, Jeff Graef, are on the ground at Procore Groundbreak 2025, soaking in the innovation, energy, and connection that make this event one of the best in construction tech. And let’s be honest…no Groundbreak is complete without the man, the myth, the legend, Dave McDonnel! Our forever Procore MVP and the reason MBC’s workflows run smoother, smarter, and stronger every day. Thank you, Procore! We’re looking forward to an exciting few days. Here’s to new ideas, big takeaways, and a Texas-sized week of innovation. #procoregroundbreak #procore #GBK25 #houstonwehaveagroundbreak #groundbreaker #buildingontrust #mcdonaldbuildingcompany #mbccares #groundbreaker #procorepals #innovationandeducation #wegotdaveagain #MVP
David McDonnel Jeff Graef Kelly Giuliani (McGettigan)
Procore Technologies
Thank you, Fox Chase Cancer Center, for hosting their wonderful annual gala!
McDonald Building Company was honored to attend the Fox Chase Cancer Center Gala at the Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia this past weekend. It was a beautiful evening of celebrating hope, resilience, and the incredible work being done to advance cancer research and care. MBC is grateful to be part of a community that comes together to make a lasting impact - and to support Fox Chases’ mission to prevail over cancer. #buildingontrust #mbccares #foxchasecancercenter #phillycommunity #cancerresearch
Ring the Bell for Matt! MBC joins Team Coleman for the Race for Hope this Saturday, 10/11
This upcoming Saturday October 11th, many of us at MBC will be lacing up and joining the "Ring the Bell for Matt" team for the Race for Hope Greater Philadelphia - walking, running, and cheering alongside our General Superintendent, colleague, and friend, Matt Coleman. Thanks to incredible generosity from sooooooo many, Team Coleman crushed their $5,000 goal and raised FOUR TIMES THAT to topple over a whopping $20,000! BOOM! A testament to how many lives Matt has touched, it's now our turn to support him. Every dollar raised is a step closer to hope, research, and cures through the National Brain Tumor Society. This race is about more than fundraising - it’s about community, courage, and proving that no one fights alone. We’ll be there to Ring the Bell for Matt.
Join the team or help donate here: https://lnkd.in/evNqUMKt
#buildingontrust #raceforhope #ringthebellformatt #teamcoleman #graymattermatters #researchsaveslives #raceforhopegreaterphilly
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
