Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Construction Management Services in Marblehead, MA
Coast and Harbor has been a trusted leader in construction management since 1988, delivering high-quality project management solutions to public, private, and institutional clients. Our team of seasoned professionals brings over 30 years of collective experience, specializing in managing projects ranging from $500,000 to $3.5 billion. We prioritize quality through a rigorous written quality control plan, monthly reporting, and proactive project oversight.Our personnel are carefully matched to client needs, supported by extensive subconsultant networks and a commitment to protecting client scope, budget, and schedules. As a certified Minority and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, we combine technical expertise with a deep understanding of owner priorities to ensure successful project outcomes across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and government facilities.
Services
Project Management
Construction Management
Program Management
Owner's Representation
Government Projects
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in construction management
- Our team consists of certified experts with extensive experience
- We implement a written quality control plan monitored by firm principals
- We specialize in managing projects for public owners with regulatory compliance needs
- We provide comprehensive monthly reporting on project status and performance
Associations and certifications
- Small Disadvantaged Business (SBA)
- Minority and Woman Business Enterprise (Massachusetts)
- Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE)
Services
Project Management
We provide comprehensive project management from concept to completion, including preconstruction planning, budget monitoring, and schedule coordination. Our team ensures quality control through monthly reporting and proactive issue resolution, protecting client scope and resources across $500,000 to $3.5 billion projects.
Construction Management
Our construction management includes contractor selection, contract administration, and on-site quality assurance. We implement procurement strategies, manage commissioning processes, and provide detailed cost reporting to maintain budget compliance while ensuring construction progress aligns with project timelines.
Program Management
We deliver strategic program management for multi-project initiatives, coordinating design reviews, green building certifications, and regulatory compliance. Our services include risk assessment, resource allocation, and integrated reporting to ensure alignment with organizational objectives across complex portfolios.
Owner's Representation
As dedicated owner representatives, we protect client interests through contract negotiation, construction monitoring, and dispute resolution. Our services include developer draw reviews, progress schedule analysis, and implementation of customized reporting systems to maintain transparency throughout project execution.
Government Projects
We specialize in managing government-funded projects with strict compliance requirements, including federal agency protocols and minority contractor participation programs. Our expertise covers historic preservation, regulatory navigation, and public-private partnership frameworks to ensure successful delivery of municipal, state, and federal projects.
People
Marcella A. Lancome
President and Chief Executive Officer
37-year veteran in government construction management with executive experience at Massport, MDPW, and HUD. Active community leader focused on economic opportunity through large-scale projects.
Claude G. Lancome
Executive Vice President / Principal
37-year construction management expert and in-house counsel with expertise in contracts, insurance, and labor agreements. Author of 'Construction Contract Administration for Project Owners'.
Melissa J. Fisher
Vice President and Government Relations
30-year executive with Fortune 500 experience in regulatory compliance and strategic development. Special Non-Government Employee for FDA with expertise in public-private partnerships.
Marilee Purnell
Director of Corporate Development
40-year corporate development leader with expertise in strategic partnerships and operational excellence. Focus on financial administration and long-term client relationship management in construction industry.
Roger Gurney
Project Manager
42-year project management veteran specializing in total project control systems. Expert in scheduling, budgeting, and multi-phased renovations with strict financial constraints.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you manage?
We manage diverse projects including office, residential, healthcare, educational facilities, and government projects ranging from $500,000 to $3.5 billion nationwide.
Are you certified as a minority-owned business?
Yes, we are certified as a Minority and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise in Massachusetts and other jurisdictions, and as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE).
How do you ensure project quality control?
We maintain a written quality control plan with monthly reporting, proactive issue resolution, and performance monitoring by firm principals to ensure consistent service excellence.
What government compliance expertise do you offer?
Our team has extensive experience with federal agency protocols, minority contractor participation programs, and regulatory requirements for public owners across all project phases.
How do you handle project budget management?
We implement detailed cost reporting systems, procurement strategies, and contract administration processes to track expenditures and maintain strict budget compliance throughout construction.
