What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I have led Elkus Manfredi’s Quality Control/Quality Assurance group since 2022, a responsibility that enables me to help lead project teams through codes and detailing
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? Last year, I successfully managed the complex $6 million renovation of a dedicated large animal treatment space, complete with a CT scan, examination room, and animal holding areas.
What trends or innovations do you believe will shape the future of your field, and how are you positioning yourself (or your firm) to be at the forefront? One of the most time-consuming parts of my job used to be organizing and tracking project documents. From drawings and specs to warranty information, we’d maintain massive binders of printouts.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I’m most proud of the work I do rather than a single project. Every project is unique, and each company has different goals and visions. My role is to focus on all projects and identify opportunities that bring value to our company.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I consider working in the construction industry in the United States my top accomplishment. I never imagined that one day I would move to Massachusetts and work in my field in Boston, as I’m just a girl born in the countryside of Brazil.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? In the abatement industry, we are often removing environmental hazards so others can rebuild. So, I am proud to be a part of any historical restoration where we remove hazards to preserve, not replace.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? One project that really stands out for me is the Sgt. Jordan Shay Memorial Lower Elementary School (or Shay Memorial Elementary School) in Amesbury, Mass.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I’m most proud of building long-term client relationships, including my current client Lesley University.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? My greatest achievement isn’t just one project but being part of many successful builds and incredible teams at Commodore Builders.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? In 2021, I worked as a resident engineer on a project that brought water to an indigenous community in remote Colombia.
What trends or innovations do you believe will shape the future of your field, and how are you positioning yourself (or your firm) to be at the forefront? Artificial intelligence and robotics are helping enhance efficiency in the building process. Robotics, in particular, are being used to create precise layouts and help identify and resolve design issues before construction begins.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I have had the privilege of working on large-scale commercial construction projects overseas. One particularly notable project in Cotai, Macau, was nearly $5 billion
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? Vantage Builders recently broke ground on a project for Melmark New England, that will create a live/learn/work campus for adults with autism and developmental disabilities.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? There are not too many professions that impact your community for your entire career, but construction is certainly one of them. I started out as a senior project buyer in custom architectural millwork where i was the buyer on some amazing projects.
What trends or innovations do you believe will shape the future of your field, and how are you positioning yourself (or your firm) to be at the forefront? The future of construction is bursting with innovation, and I’m thrilled to be part of it!
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? I worked on a bid proposal for the National Mall Turf Restoration and Irrigation project in Washington, D.C. and personally delivered it to the National Park Service’s Denver Service Center. After the project was awarded,
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? 48 Dunham Rd. in Beverly, was my first experience leading a development from concept to completion.
What trends or innovations do you believe will shape the future of your field, and how are you positioning yourself (or your firm) to be at the forefront? While not new, I believe BIM will be integral to the industry as it continues to develop and become more accessible.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? In 2024, I was entrusted with the role of project manager for a project where the initial manager took an extended leave during a significant portion of the project.
What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? One project in my career that I am most proud of is a campus improvement job. This job included bringing the building entrances up to code,