Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Solutions
South Coast Improvement is a leader in commercial design, construction, and management services, serving diverse industries since 1998. Founded by Tom Quinlan, our team brings decades of experience in senior living, healthcare, education, and hospitality construction. We prioritize preparedness, professionalism, and client collaboration to deliver seamless project outcomes. Our expertise in occupied renovations and complex builds has earned trust across New England and beyond. We integrate design and construction through our Design-Build model, ensuring accountability and efficiency. With a focus on safety and compliance, we handle projects ranging from historic preservation to new developments.Over 80% of our portfolio includes senior living and healthcare facilities, reflecting our specialization in sensitive environments. Our client-centric approach emphasizes transparent communication and problem-solving, minimizing disruptions while exceeding expectations. Partnerships with leading institutions and repeat clients underscore our commitment to quality. With offices in Massachusetts and Florida, we combine local knowledge with national capabilities to serve a broad clientele.
Services
Design-Build Services
Preconstruction Planning
Construction Management
Senior Living Renovations
Healthcare Construction
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized expertise in senior living and healthcare construction.
- Our Design-Build model ensures single-source accountability for design and construction.
- We guarantee transparent budgeting and value-engineering for cost-effective solutions.
- Our team maintains a 98% on-time project completion rate across complex environments.
- We provide dedicated client communication with daily progress reporting and updates.
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Professional team
Completed ahead of schedule
Minimal resident disruption
Transparent communication
Services
Design-Build Services
Our Design-Build delivery method combines architecture, engineering, and construction under one contract. This approach eliminates coordination conflicts, reduces project timelines by 20-30%, and ensures budget transparency. Clients benefit from unified accountability and seamless transitions from concept to completion, particularly for complex renovations and new builds.
Preconstruction Services
We provide comprehensive preconstruction planning including cost modeling, schedule analysis, and risk mitigation. Our team identifies potential challenges early, optimizes phasing strategies, and secures subcontractor input to prevent costly delays. This proactive approach ensures accurate budgeting and sets the foundation for successful project execution, especially in occupied or historic buildings.
Construction Management
Our construction management services include daily site supervision, subcontractor coordination, and transparent cost reporting. We specialize in managing projects within operational environments like healthcare facilities and senior living communities. Our field leaders prioritize safety compliance and quality assurance while maintaining strict adherence to schedules and budgets through proactive problem-solving.
Senior Living Renovations
We execute renovations in occupied senior living communities with minimal disruption to residents. Our team follows strict safety protocols and phased construction plans to maintain operational continuity. With over 80% of our portfolio focused on senior care facilities, we understand regulatory requirements and design considerations for memory support units and assisted living spaces.
Healthcare Construction
Our healthcare construction services include urgent care centers, clinical offices, and hospital renovations. We comply with stringent healthcare regulations and infection control protocols. Projects feature specialized HVAC systems, medical-grade finishes, and technology integration while maintaining operational safety in active medical environments during construction.
People
Tom Quinlan
Founder
With 30+ years in construction, Tom Quinlan founded South Coast Improvement in 1998 after managing projects at Boston University and Harvard. His expertise in occupied renovations and senior living facilities drives the company's strategic direction and client relationships.
Henry Quinlan
President
Henry Quinlan oversees daily operations and project execution. He brings 25 years of experience in commercial construction management, specializing in complex healthcare and education facility builds while maintaining the company's commitment to client satisfaction.
Grant LaLiberte
Director of Estimating
Grant LaLiberte leads cost modeling and project feasibility analysis. With 15 years in construction estimating, he ensures accurate budget development and value engineering for clients across multiple sectors including senior living and healthcare.
Sarah Murphy
Director of Safety
Sarah Murphy oversees safety compliance and risk management. She implements OSHA-compliant protocols for all projects, particularly in occupied facilities, ensuring worker and client safety through rigorous training and on-site monitoring.
Gareth O'Neill
Director of Business Development
Gareth O'Neill manages client relations and business growth. With a decade of experience in construction project management, he focuses on expanding the company's Florida operations and strengthening partnerships in the senior living sector.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialize in?
We focus on senior living, healthcare, education, hospitality, and commercial projects with expertise in occupied renovations.
Can you handle projects in operational facilities?
Yes, 80% of our work involves occupied buildings. We implement phased construction and safety protocols to minimize disruptions.
What project delivery methods do you offer?
We provide Design-Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting services tailored to client needs.
Do you work outside New England?
While based in Massachusetts, we complete projects nationwide, including recent work in Florida and Ohio.
How do you ensure project timelines are met?
Our preconstruction planning identifies risks early, and our experienced teams maintain strict scheduling with daily progress tracking.
What safety certifications do your teams hold?
All staff maintain OSHA 30 certifications, and we implement site-specific safety plans for high-risk environments.
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