Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry? Intrigued by human behavior, I briefly considered art therapy as a profession. However, after exposure to interior design, I began to understand its ability to improve the human condition through the built environment. I decided to pursue a degree at the New England School of Art & Design,
What is your favorite / most beneficial part of Women in Construction week? My favorite part of Women in Construction week is when the many great organizations in Boston come together to support the ladies in our industry. Boston is a great place to be a woman in the construction industry, as we have many organizations
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My most notable projects were two sustainable projects, 121 Broadway in Cambridge which will be an all electric 39-story residential tower and the retrofit of 140 Kendrick St. in Needam which is a net zero project.
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What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? My success has been built on relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors, and peers. Getting to know my team members professionally and personally builds a shared fate throughout a project life cycle. Understanding my team members’ priorities, core values, drivers, and goals
What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? The driving force behind my success has been the support from both formal and informal mentors through the years. Construction project management is a demanding role involving constant coordination between the office and the field teams.
What has been the driving force behind your success in the AEC industry? Being a part of the Human Resources department provides me with a unique understanding of the many different roles that contribute to the success of a construction project or job. From skilled laborers to project managers
Who or what inspired you to join the AEC industry? I have always liked problem solving and the creativity associated with it. I became interested in engineering and site design after a conversation with my dad. This was when I was still in high school trying to figure out what I wanted to do.
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My greatest professional achievement in the past 12 months has been overseeing the completion of the St. Regis Residences, Boston, which is located on the harbor in Boston’s Seaport District.
