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Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: October 18, 2019
Newell joins Elaine Const. as assistant project manager
Elaine Construction Co.
Newton, MA Kimberly Newell has joined Elaine Construction Company as an assistant project manager.
“Kim’s background working the owner’s side for Harvard University and Harvard Medical School, and most recently for Wynn Design and Development on the Encore Boston Harbor Casino project brings a breadth of experience and perspective to her role, and to our growing team. Kim’s strong communication, and organizational skills, coupled with her advocacy on behalf of the Client, are just the skills Elaine looks for when enhancing its team,” said Lisa Wexler, president of Elaine Construction.
As a member of the project management team, Newell will manage all project documentation, scope refinement, schedule modification, contingency planning, and financial oversight to ensure on-time and on- budget completion for corporate and institutional clients.
Newell is dedicated to a number of philanthropic organizations through volunteerism including; the Make-a-Wish Foundation, International Student Volunteers, and Project Hope & Compassion.
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