Spotlights
2023 Women in Construction: Jenny Sack, Dacon Corporation
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I’m fairly new to my management role. I received positive feedback from two young, former employees. I believe everyone should be challenged and that they need a leader, sometimes a mentor, but not a boss. It was reassuring that this philosophy works.
2023 Women in Construction: Christy Nolan, Groom Construction Co., Inc.
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I am currently working on Walando Homes, an affordable housing project in Boston. Phase two of this project is projected to wrap up in the next six months and will result in 26 housing units. Phase one delivered 23 housing units.
2023 Women in Construction: Kasey Tardif, Metro Walls
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My most notable project would have to be the project I’m currently working on, Ashlar Park, which is a residential development in Quincy, MA which consists of new construction2023 Women in Construction: Farah Murphy, Groom Construction Co., Inc.
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? Returning to a career in the construction industry after spending 10 years home with my kids. My most notable project since returning is Walando Homes.
2023 Women in Construction: Miris Fernandes, Metro Walls
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? As an occupational safety and health professional for the past 20 years, I’ve had a vast variety of opportunities in different industries but the heavy-duty industries such as petroleum2023 Women in Construction: Brittney Ginivan, Garland Building Company
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? It started with home improvement shows when I was younger. It looked fun. As I got older and had to think more seriously beyond the fun part of my future, I thought interior design would be a good option as a college major.
2023 Women in Construction: Hannah Richardson, Amenta Emma Architects
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My interest in design started when my dad introduced me to the world of construction at a young age. He encouraged me to be creative and pursue a career I was truly passionate about.2023 Women in Construction: Emily Thibeault, Garland Building Company
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My greatest professional achievement in the last 12 months was having our Brightcove project featured as the September project of the month. Seeing the photographs I took along with the article I wrote published was a wonderful feeling.
2023 Women in Construction: Shelby Long, Seyon Management LLC
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My greatest professional achievement has been joining the Seyon Management construction management team. We are a close group, all from varying backgrounds and durations within the industry, allowing for a unique & collaborative approach to the variety of projects we manage and boutique services we provide to our clients.
2023 Women in Construction: Sarah Irving, Shawmut Design and Construction
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? Entering the construction industry can feel like you are breaking into the boys club, but don’t let that intimidate you.
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