2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: James Polakiewicz, Jr., Hancock Associates

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? My proudest accomplishment has been my promotion to project manager at Hancock Associates. Since beginning my civil engineering career, I have aspired to design and oversee my own projects. Thanks to dedicated effort and support from my team,

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Elizabeth Peabody, The Architectural Team (TAT)

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I spearhead initiatives that impact client satisfaction, workplace efficiencies, and design quality. I’m fortunate to pursue various interests at TAT, working to create meaningful change, including beta-testing new technology.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: James Holland, Redgate

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’m most proud of the successful completion of opening several new offices for one of my clients, Transformations Care Network. The projects that I managed consisted of four offices in Maryland and Virginia

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Sean Foran, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I’ve always viewed the transition from a boots-on-the-ground field position to the project management side as a learning opportunity and a chance to expand my overall industry knowledge.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Evan Sadlowski, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I spent many years in the field as a carpenter, hoping to one day work my way into a project management role. At times, this felt like a pipe dream while working for a small GC in Western Mass.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Kevin McGinty, Chapman Construction/Design

How do you balance your rising career with your personal life? In an industry that often requires long days and weekend work, it is challenging to leave the work behind and decompress. Establishing boundaries between work and personal time at the end of the day or weekend

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Katherine Lesko, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently received the 2024 Emerging Professional of the Year Award from the Society of Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) Boston. I have been an active member of this incredible organization for the past three years,

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Sam Giancola, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I recently led and successfully completed my first large rooftop generator installation project for one of our clients in downtown Cambridge.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Kevin Tavares, Chapman Construction/Design

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? In the last 12 months, I am most proud of advancing in my career to become a senior supervisor. After being in the construction industry for more than 15 years, I have met some great mentors who have helped me achieve my current level of success.

2024 Ones to Watch - Rising Stars: Aaron Hoydich, Pariseault Builders

In the last 12 months what accomplishment are you most proud of? I am most proud of the completion of the Achievement First High School. We were able to finish on time so the students could start their school year as expected. I’m proud to have been involved in a project that was impactful to the community.