ABC NH/VT honors 31 award-winning projects at annual Excellence in Construction Awards Gala

Manchester, NH The New Hampshire/Vermont Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC NH/VT) recognized 31 award-winning projects and the people behind them at its annual Excellence in Construction Awards Gala on October 29, at the DoubleTree by Hilton. More than 360 members, partners and guests attended the evening.

“Every year, this event reminds us how much outstanding work is happening across New Hampshire and Vermont,” said Josh Reap, president and CEO of ABC NH/VT. “The recognition our winners receive is invaluable. It builds pride among their employees, showcases their capabilities, and helps the public understand the impact construction professionals have on everyone’s lives and livelihoods.”

The Excellence in Construction awards program includes categories for all types of contractors. It gives member companies a chance to promote professionalism, gain recognition for their capabilities, and reward employees for their accomplishments.

Mayor Jay Ruais opened the evening by leading the Pledge of Allegiance and sharing what lies ahead for the city. ABC NH/VT Chapter chair Gregory Bairam and vice chair Ronald Ciotti hosted the program, pairing plenty of humor with praise for this year’s projects.

The chapter also honored Rusty Mosca for 40 years in the construction industry. His commitment and leadership have left a lasting mark on the industry, and he continues to contribute today. The evening’s top honor, the Chairman’s Award, went to DEW Construction for the Burlington CTE project. With a particularly strong field of entries this year, the judges faced a difficult decision.

This year’s award winners are:

Eagle Award Winners
Sage Portsmouth – Charters Brothers Construction
University System of New Hampshire System Office Renovation at Farnum Hall – Charters Brothers Construction
UNH Stillings Utilities and Smith Hot Water Plant Replacement – Charters Brothers Construction
Large Scale Cell Culture Facility Drain Replacement Project (Drains Project) – DECCO, Inc.
BSD – New Aviation, Career & Technical Education Center – DEW Construction
Worcester Art Museum Arms and Armory – Fortin Building Systems Inc.
Residences at Foundry Place – Fulcrum Associates
EMD Serono – AIDD Lab & Visitor Experience Center – Interstate Electrical Services Corp.
Lofts at 93 North – Knott’s Land Care, LLC
Laconia Solar Array – Liberty Electric
Pinkerton Academy Social Studies Building – Liberty Electric
Rockingham County Municipal Building – Longchamps Electric
West Lynn Sewer Separation Phase 3 – Methuen Construction Co., Inc.
St. Paul’s School – Fleischner Family Admissions Center – Metro Walls, Inc.
Dartmouth College East Wheelock Campus Renovation – North Branch Construction
55 Wheeler Street (The Laurent) – Optiline Enterprises LLC
Easterseals NH Military & Veterans Campus – PROCON
Derry Fire Station – Pynn Masonry
Brian McCarthy Middle School – Pynn Masonry
Woolen Mills Apartment Homes – ReArch Company
Ethos Port City Veterinary Hospital – Timberline Construction
Neurology Center of New England – Timberline Construction

Merit Award Winners
Saint Anselm College Jean School of Nursing at Grappone Hall – Eckman Construction Company Inc.
Mountain Valley Community School Structural Takedown and Abatement – EnviroVantage, Inc.
Endicott College Hall – Interstate Electrical Services Corporation
The Franklin at Hancock Village – Metro Walls, Inc.
Union Congregational Church – NorthPoint Construction Management, LLC
Porsche Gen 5 – NorthPoint Construction Management, LLC
Coos County Family Health Services Willow Street Dental Office – Ray’s Electric & General Contracting, Inc.
Easterseals NH Military and Veterans Campus – Steel Elements
Gather Community Food Center – Sullivan Construction, LLC

ABC NH/VT congratulates all of this year’s winners and thanks the members, partners and guests who made the evening a success. 

ABC NH/VT represents nearly 300 firms in New Hampshire. Founded on the merit shop philosophy, ABC NH/VT is a chapter of the national Associated Builders & Contractors, and has the mission of helping members develop people, win work and deliver that work safely, ethically, profitably and for the betterment of the communities in which ABC and its members work.

Photo credit: A.J. Kierstead Photography.