Spotlights
2023 Women in Construction: Jayne Goethe, Amenta Emma Architects
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? I am currently completing documents for the renovation of a large lecture hall at MIT. The built-in constraints of renovations always intrigue me as a designer because there is already so much to react2023 Women in Construction: Regina Olivieri, Shawmut Design and Construction
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? Receiving an award from the city of Boston for my exceptional dedication and contribution to the construction industry was a highlight when reflecting on the past year.
2023 Women in Construction: Yordanos Tesfaye, Shawmut Design and Construction
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? My most notable project over the last year was the renovation of Boston City Hall Plaza, which celebrated its reopening last November.
2023 Women in Construction: Jennifer Shea, Patriquin Architects
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the AEC industry? Just do it. Kick any fear and uncertainty out the door and display the utmost confidence in your abilities. Grit and determination will lead you as far as you let it.
2023 Women in Construction: Septima Maclaurin, Commodore Builders
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the construction industry? Be curious. Talk to construction experts and find out what they like and don’t like about their jobs. Check in with yourself - what’s your reaction to what they say?2023 Women in Construction: Lisa Berardinelli, Hanover Crossing
How are you involved in community organizations and/or charities? Since 1971, the Hanover Mall, which is now transformed into Hanover Crossing, has been a vibrant part of the community. Over the years Hanover Mall has supported many community activities and causes, and employed hundreds of local residents.2023 Women in Construction: Karin Patriquin, Patriquin Architects
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the AEC industry? Some people know they want to be architects from an early age. Many others, myself included, learn about architecture over time and only consider a career path toward architecture after another major.
2023 Women in Construction: Leen Hariri, Patriquin Architects
What tips or advice would you offer to other women who are considering entering the AEC industry? I advise fellow women in the AEC industry to always remember the critical role we can play in changing the world whether it is by thriving as working women or in fighting climate change as architects, engineers or contractors.
2023 Women in Construction: Katherine Kenney, Northstar Project & Real Estate Services
What made you interested in seeking a career in the AEC industry? Untraditionally, my interest in the AEC industry was sparked after graduating with an undergrad degree in public relations. Post-graduation, I worked in an admin role at an architecture firm,2023 Women in Construction: Aurora Perreault, Patriquin Architects
How are you involved in community organizations and/or charities? Starting in school I was involved with NOMAS, the National Organization of Minority Architecture students where I was president of our schools chapter for 2 consecutive years.
