
SENIOR MANAGEMENT GUIDES EACH PROJECT
With a seasoned veteran leading every engagement, clients enjoy continuity and peace of mind, from planning to occupancy.SENIOR MANAGEMENT GUIDES EACH PROJECT
With a seasoned veteran leading every engagement, clients enjoy continuity and peace of mind, from planning to occupancy.SENIOR MANAGEMENT GUIDES EACH PROJECT
With a seasoned veteran leading every engagement, clients enjoy continuity and peace of mind, from planning to occupancy.
WE SPECIALIZE IN COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION
Expertise in new buildings and major alterations keeps projects large and small on schedule, for fewer headaches and faster occupancy.WE SPECIALIZE IN COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION
Expertise in new buildings and major alterations keeps projects large and small on schedule, for fewer headaches and faster occupancy.WE SPECIALIZE IN COMPLEX CONSTRUCTION
Expertise in new buildings and major alterations keeps projects large and small on schedule, for fewer headaches and faster occupancy.
SUPERIOR SERVICE FROM A SINGLE CONTACT
A consistent point person, even spanning multi-year projects, streamlines communication and ensures continuity of service.SUPERIOR SERVICE FROM A SINGLE CONTACT
A consistent point person, even spanning multi-year projects, streamlines communication and ensures continuity of service.
STAY INFORMED
WITH ONGOING COMMUNICATION
Educational resources keep clients abreast of industry changes to guide informed decisions, while providing service transparency.
STAY INFORMED
WITH ONGOING COMMUNICATION
Educational resources keep clients abreast of industry changes to guide informed decisions, while providing service transparency.
STAY INFORMED
WITH ONGOING COMMUNICATION
Educational resources keep clients abreast of industry changes to guide informed decisions, while providing service transparency.
Complex Construction Specialists
To outsiders, the New York City skyline appears to be changing overnight. But each new skyscraper and every multi-block development represent years of intricate coordination with the help of an expeditor in NYC. As specialists in complex construction projects, Metropolis Group, Inc. helps keep new construction and alterations on track and on budget. Our seasoned, stable team delivers consistent service for the duration of the project—and beyond.
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American Copper Buildings
New York, NY
Overview These copper-clad residential towers rise 47 and 40 stories above the East River. A glass skybridge connects the asymmetrical buildings, housing amenities that include a 75-foot lap pool, a bar and lounge, and a fitness center. Challenges Located on the waterfront, the development was one of the first... View more

860 Washington Street
New York, NY
Overview This new 10-story development in the Meatpacking District offers eight floors of private office space above a two-story retail base. Positioned at the start of the High Line, the property was designed by award-winning designer and glass sculptor James Carpenter. Challenges Located only three feet from the High... View more

613 Baltic Street
Brooklyn, NY
Overview This new 11-story structure in Park Slope houses 43 luxury condominiums. The building features a brick façade with distinctive windows, landscaped gardens, and a roof terrace. Challenge The proposed rooftop terrace, an important amenity for these luxury residences, created code challenges due to the maximum occupancy. Frequent inspections... View more

565 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
Overview The flagship store of athletics giant Adidas introduces a stadium retail concept, with stands to resemble live-game viewing, locker rooms in place of dressing rooms, and a track-and-turf section where customers can wear-test products. Challenges The Adidas concept store spanned more than 45,000 square feet on four floors.... View more

111 West 57th Street
New York, NY
Overview This supertall residential tower will rise from the landmarked Steinway Hall to 1,428 feet. When completed in 2018, Steinway Tower will reign as both one of the tallest buildings in the Western Hemisphere and the world’s slenderest tower. Challenges Merging the exterior of 16-story Steinway Hall with a... View more
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DOB Releases LL 97 Advisory Board Report
By Andrew Pisani In New York City, buildings account for roughly two-thirds of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, which contribute to global climate change. To combat this, the city passed the Climate Mobilization Act of 2019, an ambitious set of requirements intended to reduce GHG emissions by 80% before the... View more

Metropolis Recognizes Top Performers of 2022
By Sami Sallaway On December 2, 2022, Metropolis President Frank Fortino announced the winners of the company’s top awards at the annual holiday celebration, which took place at Battery Park Gardens. Expeditor Usha Tejiram received the 2022 Employee of the Year award, and Director of Operations Penny Laughlin was... View more

2023 Outlook: NYC Construction Is Back and Booming
By Frank Fortino Here we are in the New Year, and the New York City building industry is bounding back with a vengeance. With luck, the COVID-19 pandemic will find its way into the rearview mirror for good. Perhaps to make up for lost time, construction spending and building... View more

Deadline Looms for NYC DOB Training Connect SST Cards
By Gregory Fortino The deadline for new Site Safety Training (SST) cards is almost here. Starting February 1, 2023, all SST cards must be issued through the NYC DOB Training Connect platform. These cards include a near-field communication (NFC) chip that can be scanned to affirm the card’s authenticity... View more

2022 Codes Bring New Special Inspections, Documents, and Fees
By Katherine Baerga Since the 2022 Construction Codes went into effect on November 7, 2022, the updated codes have heralded several changes, including new Special Inspections and Required Documents, along with fee increases for several filing types. New Special Inspections New York City requires special inspections of “selected materials,... View more

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