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Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: July 19, 2019
Albert promoted to project executive at Landry/French Construction
Landry/French Construction
Scarborough, ME Landry/French Construction has promoted Derek Albert to the role of project executive.
Albert has 23 years of project management experience in the commercial construction industry, including projects in excess of $200 million. In his new role, Albert will provide overall team leadership and ensure client satisfaction. Albert recently served as senior project manager on the new $25.5 million Bill & Joan Alfond Main St. Commons project at Colby College, and as project executive will continue servicing Colby’s other ongoing projects.
“Derek is a recognized leader in the construction industry, and has earned a great reputation for client satisfaction,” said executive vice president Kevin French. “His strong leadership skills will be a tremendous asset to Landry/French as we focus on our continued growth throughout New England.”
Albert holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Construction Management from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
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