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WOLMAN CONSTRUCTION HONORED BY
CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATED BUILDERS AND CONTRACTORS, INC.

Receives 2002 CT ABC Excellence in Construction Award
“Commercial Over $2 Million”

Waterford, CT (February 6, 2002) --- Wolman Construction, a locally based general contractor and construction manager, received top honors at the Connecticut Associated Builders and Contractors Annual Awards Reception held recently at the Aqua Turf Country Club in Plantsville, Connecticut. Award recipients were chosen by a panel of judges from the Connecticut Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
Wolman Construction won in the category of Commercial Over $2 Million for the construction of the 285-room Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa in Groton, which opened in June 2001. Faced with design, site, and environmental challenges in building the new Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa, Wolman Construction and its sub-contractors sought out design and construction solutions designed to maximize flexibility, efficiency, and timeliness. Value engineering saved money and ensured quick construction through the use of Dryvit exteriors that allowed for architectural detailing called for in the plans, and through a decision to use a staggered-truss steel structural system. In December, Wolman was recognized by the Home Builders Association of Connecticut, Inc. in the category of Best New Commercial for the Marriott project. At opening, Wolman was recognized by EPA New England and New England Waterworks Association for their innovative and corporate efforts to protect Groton’s Poheganut Reservoir. “We are very proud of the Mystic Marriott project and the accolades we have received,” said Mark Wolman, President of Wolman Construction. “As with all projects, we had some challenges to overcome. We were fortunate to work with a wonderful team of professionals, and the finished product is beautiful,” Wolman added.
The $47 million hotel includes 25,000 square feet of meeting and pre-function space including two ballrooms, Octagon restaurant, a bar and lounge, a Starbucks Coffee Bar, a fitness center, and Connecticut’s first Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa.

Established in 1988, Wolman Construction, under the direction of President Mark Wolman, has excelled in both commercial and custom residential construction based on a commitment to open, “no surprises” client communication, accessibility to company management and outstanding cost control. Current commercial projects for the Waterford-based firm include the 94-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in Southington, and an addition to the YMCA in Westbrook.