LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

LEADERSHIP SPOTLIGHT

Name: Angelina Perryman

Title: Vice President of Administration

Company, City: Perryman Construction, Philadelphia, PA

Years in field: 18 Years

Education: Temple University

City of Residence: Philadelphia, PA

Q/A

What is your business motto?

“A quality job performed by quality people always counts.” - Jimmie Lee Perryman, Sr.

When did you first become interested in your career path?

I’ve learned to love my career path. Starting very young and walking job sites is where it all began. As my career evolved, I learned to embrace the challenges, be innovative, and advocate for more responsibility for myself and our team.

What is the most rewarding part of your job? Least rewarding?

The most rewarding part of my job is when our team can stand proud of their work, and we have the opportunity to do it again. The least rewarding is that certain parts of the industry take a long time to evolve. To implement change, you have to be intentional.

What is your biggest daily challenge?

Maintaining the highest standards for our team.

How do you inspire your colleagues?

Showing up and leading by example. Letting our team know that their hard work has not gone unnoticed and by showing up to connect with them directly on site.

What goal are you currently striving to achieve?

I am striving to create a legacy that lasts generations, continue to think out of the box, and most importantly, build a team that believes in our vision.

What project are you currently working on?

I am working across all of our projects in some capacity, from project executive oversight to operations management.

What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned in your career?

You build upon your reputation daily. Think about the end in the beginning.

What is/was your favorite CLC event?

My favorite CLC event was a workshop on networking, led by Dale Carnegie. These workshops always challenge you to think differently. It was fun and very interactive. We could apply what we learned instantly.

How do you find that participating in CLC activities benefits you?

The CLC network is one of the best! These are peers you can grow with as you grow and advance in your professional career.

Do you have any advice for other CLC members/ young professionals who are looking to advance their career?

Start where you are and be a student of the industry. Learn all aspects of it, not just the segment you are in.

What is your favorite thing about being a member of GBCA?

GBCA is an excellent resource. A resource for talent, best practices in the industry, and a community that believes in the future of the construction industry.