What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? My current work on FM’s new campus in Norwood, MA has been what I am most proud of in my career. Not only is it one of the largest projects Shawmut has been involved in,
What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? I wish more women knew that traditional standards in the industry don’t have to define their future. Appreciate the leaders who set the tone and create space for women to share fresh ideas and ask the thoughtful questions.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? Reaching seven years with ARCO and 30 years in the industry is something I’m truly proud of.
What emerging challenge or opportunity do you see shaping the construction industry in the next few years, and how are you preparing for it? One of the emerging opportunities shaping the industry is the rapid integration of technology and sustainability into how projects are planned and delivered.
What emerging challenge or opportunity do you see shaping the construction industry in the next few years, and how are you preparing for it? One of the biggest forces shaping the construction industry right now and one that will only accelerate in the coming years, is the rapid expansion of technology in every phase of a project.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? One of the accomplishments I’m most proud of this past year was helping champion Vantage Builders’ 25th anniversary. It’s an impressive milestone that highlighted our people, the impactful projects we’ve delivered since day one, and our clients.
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: I am especially proud of the work I have been leading in elevator modernizations and building infrastructure upgrades for public housing and municipal facilities
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: Emerging technology is playing a key role in shaping how a project evolves from design through construction. As with any advancement, there is always a price to pay. In this case,
Advice for women starting their careers: Take advantage of networking opportunities as much as possible. Join professional societies and participate in industry events and seminars at the local chapter level and beyond. The
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: My team and I are currently designing a new animal hospital for the greater Boston area. As an avid animal lover with a dog of my own, I know that taking a pet to
Advice for women starting their careers: You don’t need to be an expert to start. In construction, you learn as you go; your team (and Google) will help you navigate challenges as they arise. All you truly need to begin is
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: Of course, the first thing that comes to mind is AI. While construction hasn’t adopted it as quickly as some other industries, that also means there’s a lot of
Advice for women starting their careers: Don’t be intimidated by the fact that construction is still predominantly male. The opportunities for women in this industry continue to grow each year, and that momentum
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: Passive House principles have been used abroad for years and are becoming more common in new construction here in Massachusetts. What’s especially exciting now is
Holliston, MA A leading electrical contractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly five decades, Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Inc. (Griffin Electric) understands that its success would not be possible without its people.
Advice for women starting their careers: Find an experienced business woman as a mentor and work (not necessarily in the same company) with her over a year or two, even longer if that’s possible. She doesn’t
Advice for women starting their careers: I encourage anyone looking to begin their careers in construction to absorb as much information as possible. Lean on the experienced people around you to teach you what they know and
What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? There are so many different opportunities in the industry. From working in the office to being out in the field. There is always a new project and you are learning new things every day.
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: I worked on numerous design-build projects with New England Center and Home for Veterans a few years ago. It was rewarding to see the tenants directly benefit from
What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? Construction covers far more ground than many people realize; it is both hands-on skilled trades and professional roles that keep the projects moving.