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DECCO, Inc. names Oldham as new vice president of planning and development

Chris Oldham

Nashua, NH DECCO, Inc. has added Chris Oldham to its leadership team as vice president of planning and development. Prior to his appointment, he served as executive vice president at JM Coull and director of project management at DPS/Arcadis. He brings expertise in VDC design and construction processes, particularly for mechanical, electrical, and process systems required in specialized projects. 

Oldham worked with DECCO on the Waters Technologies project in Taunton, Mass., from 2019 to 2023, where his leadership and collaborative approach played a key role in the project’s success.  As vice president of planning and development, Oldham will play a pivotal role in driving DECCO’s expansion, focusing on areas such as constructability consulting, national service alliances, and process systems validation.

This strategic addition reflects DECCO’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional service to their clients. With Oldham on board, DECCO is well-positioned to further strengthen its national presence and continue delivering high-quality services across the construction industry.

DECCO, Inc. is a mechanical and process contractor known for its specialized construction, maintenance, critical equipment handling, and fabrication services. DECCO has completed over 15,000 FDA-validated projects, contributing significantly to the global provision of life-saving medicines, therapies, and treatments. As part of the Comfort Systems USA network, DECCO prides itself on a workforce exceeding 250 employee-partners and a legacy spanning 90 years.

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