BOSTON – The Boston Real Estate Times announced that Dr. Luciana Burdi, Chief Infrastructure Officer for Capital Programs at the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport), will be the featured keynote speaker at the Boston Real Estate Project Delivery Conference, taking place on May 22, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott Hotel in Burlington, MA.
With a career defined by innovation, leadership, and transformation in public infrastructure, Dr. Burdi brings unmatched insight to this year’s conference theme: “Building Forward: Innovative Real Estate Project Delivery in Challenging Times.”
As the driving force behind Massport’s Capital Investment Program, Dr. Burdi oversees the development and modernization of critical infrastructure across Logan International Airport, Worcester Regional Airport, Hanscom Field, Flynn Cruiseport Terminal, Conley Container Terminal, and other key real estate assets. Her vision is rooted in leveraging technology, sustainable practices, and workforce development to create resilient, future-ready infrastructure.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Burdi as our keynote speaker,” said Boston Real Estate Times Publisher Upendra Mishra. “Her leadership at Massport exemplifies how innovation and collaboration can overcome complex project delivery challenges. Her insights are especially timely as our industry navigates escalating costs, supply chain volatility, and the urgent need for smarter, more sustainable solutions.”
The 2025 Boston Real Estate Project Delivery Conference will run from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and bring together thought leaders in commercial real estate, architecture, engineering, construction, and finance for a high-impact morning of networking, insights, and dialogue.
In her role at Massport, Dr. Burdi leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for environmental permitting, safety programs, utility management, and the integration of advanced design technologies. Under her guidance, Capital Programs has adopted cutting-edge tools like Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to streamline coordination, reduce risk, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
“Technology is no longer optional—it’s foundational,” said Mishra. “From digital twins to predictive analytics, we’re seeing how tech can transform every phase of a project. Dr. Burdi is a national voice in this evolution.”
About Dr. Luciana Burdi
Dr. Burdi’s leadership has earned widespread recognition, including her induction into the National Academy of Construction (2023) and the 2024 CMAA New England Person of the Year Award. Her other accolades include the BSCES Honorary Member Award, AIA-BSA Women in Design Award, and national honors from the Construction Management Association of America for innovation, sustainability, and new technologies in project delivery.
A graduate of Harvard University with a Doctorate in Design, Dr. Burdi also holds a Master’s degree from IUAV in Venice and was a SPURS Fellow at MIT. She serves on advisory boards at Northeastern University, the Lean Construction Institute, and the National Institute of Building Sciences.
Her work is not only transforming how projects are delivered—it’s reshaping how public agencies think about leadership, equity, and talent development.
Why This Conference Matters Now
As the real estate and construction sectors grapple with economic uncertainty and shifting demands, the need for agile, tech-driven delivery models has never been greater. This conference aims to spotlight actionable solutions, with expert panels and case studies addressing:
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Cost escalation and budget resilience
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Integrated delivery methods
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Sustainability and ESG in capital planning
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The evolving role of public-private partnerships
“This is one of the most important conversations the industry needs to be having right now,” Mishra added. “We hope this event serves as a springboard for smarter, faster, and more equitable project delivery.”
Registration is now open. Click here to secure your seat.
