North Branch Construction honored with Excellence in Construction Awards from ABC NH/VT

Manchester, NH North Branch Construction was recognized with multiple Excellence in Construction Awards at this year’s ABC NH/VT Excellence in Construction Awards Gala. The company received top honors for two standout projects: Easterseals NH Gammon Academy in Manchester, NH, and Roberts Cove Retreat, a private residence in Alton, NH.

North Branch Construction earned an Excellence in Construction Award in the ‘Institutional under $10 million’ category for the Easterseals NH Gammon Academy project – a new, 30,000 s/f, two-story school designed to serve students with diverse learning needs. The facility features 15 classrooms, each with a private restroom, as well as multi-purpose spaces for group activities, therapy, and extracurricular programming. Expanded administrative offices support the academy’s ongoing growth and mission. 

North Branch Construction partnered closely with Easterseals NH to deliver a safe, functional, and inclusive learning environment, emphasizing durability and materials suited to the unique needs of the student population. Through $3.6 million in value engineering, the team aligned the project with available funding while meeting all programmatic and design goals. The project was completed on schedule to meet the December 31, 2024 occupancy requirement - an essential condition tied to funding from the New Hampshire Governor’s Office for Emergency Relief and Recovery (GOFERR).

In the ‘Residential over $1 million’ category, North Branch Construction was honored for the Roberts Cove Retreat – a high-end, custom lakeside residence in Alton, NH. Spanning approximately 10,000 s/f across a main home and boathouse, the property sits on the historic site of Camp Dewitt, a boys’ summer camp that operated from 1924 to 1989. Designed adjacent to a home North Branch Construction built for the client’s parents in 1993, the new residence artfully blends nostalgic design elements with modern sustainability and luxury.

The project encompassed complete site development, landscaping, hardscaping, shoreline stabilization, and extensive environmental permitting. Sustainable features include geothermal heating and cooling, LED lighting, snow-melt systems, and a smart home infrastructure that allows remote operation of systems from anywhere. Only the emergency generator and backup heat rely on combustion fuel.

Construction highlights include custom millwork, high-end finishes, multiple roofing systems, specialty flooring, and integrated systems for lighting, security, and communications. North Branch Construction’s team carefully navigated environmental regulations, HOA restrictions, and in-lake work requirements—all while maintaining exceptional craftsmanship and precision.

“It’s an incredible honor to have both of these projects recognized,” said Joseph H. Campbell, President of North Branch Construction. “Each award reflects the dedication of our entire team and the trust our clients place in us. At North Branch Construction, we strive every day to deliver unmatched value, quality, and service. The satisfaction of seeing our clients’ visions come to life is our greatest reward—but acknowledgment from our peers makes it even more meaningful.”

The ABC Excellence in Construction Award winners are determined by an independent panel of judges based on execution of design, craftsmanship, attention to detail, safety, and other considerations. The competition includes Awards of Merit and Excellence in several categories including Electrical, Mechanical, Commercial, Institutional, Industrial, and Design-Build. 

Photo Captions:

Photo1_NBC_Easterseals: North Branch Construction wins Excellence in Construction Award for the Easterseals NH Gammon Academy Project at the 2025 ABC NH/VT Excellence in Construction Awards. Accepting the award, front row from left: Amanda Savage, John Soucy of Easterseals NH, Nick Trudel, Linda Provost. Back row from left: Bernie Porter, North Sturtevant of JSA Design, Evan Dewire, James Schwartzkopf, Shay Taylor. 

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