Spotlights

2022 Ones to Watch: Chaimae Bouzid, Architectural Designer at DPS Group

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? Beyond the technical and creative expectations, it’s important to have good communication skills, the ability to express design intentions and to collaborate with a broad team.

2022 Ones to Watch: Kate Brannelly, FSMPS, CPSM, Strategic Marketing Officer at Acentech

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? As a marketing professional, you must thoroughly understand all aspects of the “Business of Getting Business” in the AEC industry to be an effective leader to implement your company’s marketing strategy.

2022 Ones to Watch: Aidan Coleman, Project Manager at DPS Group

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? A major milestone in my career to date was being the design manager for both process and process automation at one of DPS Group’s larger clients.

2022 Ones to Watch: Taylor Perun, Senior Associate at Northeast Private Client Group

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Our most recent transaction in Hartford included a seven building, 182-unit portfolio sale. Because of the size of the deal and the logistical challenges of scatter sites

2022 Ones to Watch: James McCormack, Chief Estimator at Erland Construction

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? Over the past 6 months, I’ve had the opportunity to work alongside our estimating team in closing two of Erland’s largest contracts to date–each over $100 million.

2022 Ones to Watch: Joseph DeSalvo, Senior Associate at Horvath & Tremblay

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? I think patience is very important. When starting out, I was searching for success through instant gratification and was at times frustrated when deals were not materializing right away.

2022 Ones to Watch: Jon Warner, Project Manager at Jewett Construction

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? Trust, honesty, and integrity always come first. Do the right thing, keep your word, and fulfill your commitments. This is the baseline for building a strong team with a vision of success.

2022 Ones to Watch: Andrew Manning, Site Superintendent at Haynes Group

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? In order to succeed in this industry, you need a positive attitude, teamwork, flexibility, and good communication skills.

2022 Ones to Watch: Paul Yingling, P.E., Project Manager at Helical Drilling

What recent project, transaction or accomplishment are you most proud of? I am proud of several projects completed for high-profile government agencies in a variety of New England locations.

2022 Ones to Watch: Chad Boulay, Senior Vice President at Dartmouth Property Management

What does it take to succeed in your specific industry? This industry is all about common sense, fostering relationships, having an owner’s mindset and providing impeccable service to your clients, partners and tenants.